Minimalism - Netflix Documentary

This documentary questioned modern consumer culture and the standards of modern society. It discusses about how people are becoming over-cumbered with things to compensate for happiness.

In our modern society its common to own something newer or a little before its needed (if needed at all). Most things are no longer repaired but simply replaced with a fresher model leading to a throw away society and mindset. We value our self worth on what we buy or what we own more and more. People can be shunned for being outdated, cheap or not up to date with the latest trend or technology. The need for more items to appeal to this mindset is the reason the fashion trends change seasonally and there is often a new model of product every year. The large amount of consumption often leave people drowning in their own material goods.

An example shown in the documentary was of a business man who was conflicted when working his way up a corporate ladder. Upon reaching his promotion he realised that getting a raise wasn't as amazing as society makes it out the be. The difference of his promotional raise and his increased tax levelled out. Unsatisfied by his work vs his financial payoff  he talked about how success is often shown through what you posses and not how you feel.

This documentary made me question what I own for satisfaction and what I own for the sake of owning it. In my spare time I chose to go through some of my belongings I had no emotional attachment to and clear them. This was a good self reflecting experience and encouraged me to be cautious of what I want to buy for the sake of buying.

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