Dislike, discomfort
“Taste is just a label we give to symbolize originality.” – Carl Barenbrug
Dislike, discomfort
I don’t do things I dislike, but I do many things to feel discomfort.
If I dislike an activity—if I don’t enjoy it—I remove it from my daily life.
I’m serious about growth, though, so I often place myself in situations that help me grow; these stoical experiments frequently make me uncomfortable.
The difference has to do with timing: When something is new and unfamiliar, it is, by definition, not natural, not comfortable. In the long run, though, I don’t keep drudging through tasks I don’t enjoy—I move on to something new. Life is too short to do anything you dislike.
Words by Joshua Fields Millburn
01 – Journal
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Pizza for the planet: Or you may prefer guacamole for the globe (by Michael Sexton)
What matters to you? All the pretty things...that don’t matter at all (by Vanessa Lopez)
Minimalism isn’t traveling the world with nothing: Clearing up some misconceptions (by Leo Babauta)
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Luca Faloni: Luxury Italian men's clothing
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JAK: Portuguese leather sneakers
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Nordic Knots: Rugs inspired by the beauty of the Nordic light
CDLP: Luxury essentials
The Resort Co: Eco-conscious and artisan vacation wear
Steele & Borough: Vegan, lightweight and water repellant bags
Escuyer: Accessories designed in Brussels
Meller: Minimal shades
Wahts: Minimal monochromatic menswear
Void Watches: Simple Swedish timepieces
Floyd: Unique and distinctive travel cases
ASKET: ending fast fashion by making covetable everyday essentials
Mismo: Bags and accessories from natural materials
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Well said