Use it up, wear it out, Make it do, or do without.

Apparently this is an old New England proverb — obviously one not used in a long time! A lot of people are talking about returning to some basic values. In fact, Simplicity is basically a values clarification exercise, asking "What's important and what matters." And what is your criterion? The well being of people and the planet. We know we have to change our ways or we'll destroy the planet. But we have to help see that simplifying is for people's well being as well. Simplicity has to be more fun or you're doing it wrong! It's not a sacrifice! And indeed, although this quote, "Use it up, wear it out, Make it do, or do without" sounds really stuffy, it's actually a fun challenge! You become creative and use old fashioned ingenuity. And the happiness research says that we need a challenge to be happy. Too much comfort just puts us to sleep. So try it!