How should minimalism simplify Valentine's Day? To solve this problem, we must first make clear what "minimalism" is.
Minimalist life is a redefinition of freedom, and simplicity is "physical and mental comfort".
Minimalist life is generally manifested as:
1, environment: concise;
2. Material: single product;
3, career: focus;
4, love: single-minded;
5, social: simple;
6. word: short.
But minimalism doesn't mean no money or no money. The consumption view of minimalism is practical and concise, and the material needs of minimalists are very simple. They can be said to be completely "pragmatic"! Non-necessities are not the best choice for minimalists. What matters in minimalist Valentine's Day is not the cost, but the sense of mind and ceremony!
Clear the meaning of minimalism, so how do we "minimalism"?
"Don't deliberately pursue luxury" gifts: Starting from your own needs, ask the other person what you want/need most, whether it is physical or experience. Don't deliberately choose expensive gifts, luxury brands and other gifts that are beyond your ability because they are gifts.
Restaurants: After the epidemic, eating out has indeed decreased a lot, and the queues of restaurants with a sense of ceremony/atmosphere on the festival day are too serious. I experienced a restaurant that gave up queuing for four hours and really took a detour. Peak-shifting experience/asking friends to recommend niche restaurants may be a better choice. Taking photos: Perfect photos are not necessary. Recording feelings is the real quality of life.
"Managing and simplifying expectations" is used to a sense of ritual in every festival, but it will be a bit difficult to adapt from simplicity to change, and it needs deliberate practice to get used to it. If you sincerely agree with simplicity and carry it out, you won't feel that "not attending the ceremony" is something worth losing.
Here, I can give you some suggestions to reduce the desire for physical gifts:
Take up space, but also pay attention to storage, maintenance and so on.
The items sent are often not just needed, and may be idle, resulting in waste.
Delivery is not necessarily the most satisfactory, which will cause trouble in returning goods.
Flowers: Flowers represent romance as well as waste and withering.
Cake, chocolate, etc. : Overpackaging premium
Skin care cosmetics for boys and girls: home is enough.
Bagging: not only need
Jewelry: may not conform to personal habits and styles.
But minimalist Valentine's Day also needs romance and a sense of ceremony. How can we have a romantic Valentine's Day under the premise of minimalism?
In terms of gifts, I'd like to give you some suggestions:
Experience category: a short trip to a niche concert and concert tickets.
Eat a big meal you haven't eaten, do a massage to relieve stress, and do it yourself: a birthday cake made by yourself, a handwritten "love letter"
Make a video with your heart
Life can't be sloppy, and important festivals still have a sense of ceremony; You don't need expensive gifts, all you need is a complete mind.
Secondly, how to create a romantic atmosphere!
Lighting layout strategy
Turn off the main light source and hang up the star lights to add a little interest to the home. Light a few candles on the coffee table and dining table. The flickering candlelight will make the atmosphere more ambiguous. At night, use faint yellow light indoors to create an atmosphere of sunset glow.
Prop ornaments introduction
Put all kinds of photos of two people in the room to create a sense of fantasy. At the same time, use walls and photos to make the whole room layout more layered. Spread a blanket in the living room, put a cushion on it, sit on the ground and watch a movie, which is casual and sweet.
Romantic dinner introduction
Red wine, sparkling wine and fruit juice cocktail party are all good choices and can be drunk lightly. Whether it's Chinese food or western food, as long as you cook it with someone you like, it's delicious.
Finally, minimalist Valentine's Day can also be a romantic day!