Dietary asceticism
Eating unhealthy foods is becoming an increasing problem for people in the modern world, accompanied by various eating disorders. Austerity in this sense may include giving up favourite or unhealthy foods, or even a trial transition to intermittent fasting.
Rejection of excessive material things
We don't even think about the fact that our brains establish a neural connection with every item we bring into our homes. Against this backdrop, the feeling of being overwhelmed by material wealth can provoke a desire to simplify your life by getting rid of unnecessary things. This may include minimalism in the home, being content and grateful for what we have.
Digital austerity
The growth of technology leads to a constant immersion in the digital world, and asceticism in this context can mean limiting the time spent on the Internet, social media, and the use of smartphones and TV.
Media asceticism
We receive a large amount of information every day, and our brains cannot process this amount of information, which leads to anxiety, headaches and lack of time for real rest. Austerity can mean limiting the consumption of news, television programmes or other media.
Practicing meditation and expanding consciousness
Taking time to meditate and pay attention to what is happening in the moment can be a form of austerity in modern life. It allows you to focus on being present in the moment ‘HERE and NOW’ (when there is nothing BEFORE and nothing AFTER
