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<h1>Less is More: 5 Steps to Redefine Making a Living</h1>

<h4>1. Nourish My Spirit</h4>
<p>What things give me the greatest joy? <br> What makes me feel fulfilled, useful? <br> When do I feel least joyful, least fulfilled?</p>
<h4>2. Put My Money Where My Values Are</h4>
<p>Do I spend money on things that don&rsquo;t bring me joy? <br> Can I find less expensive ways to travel, exercise, entertain?</p>
<h4>3. Build Relationships and Support My Community</h4>
<p>What can I share? <br> What skills, services, products can I offer others? <br> What opportunities do I have to barter and allow more people to operate outside the cash economy? <br> Where can I connect with my community to create a safety net for myself and others?</p>
<h4>4. Say Enough is Enough</h4>
<p>How much do I need to meet basic needs? <br> How much do I need beyond that to be happy? <br> Can I meet any of those needs without spending money?</p>
<h4>5. Decide How Much Job I Really Need</h4>
<p>Can I work fewer hours? <br> Can I share my job with someone else? <br> Do I have enough freedom to make the job I&rsquo;ve always wanted?</p>
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<p>This article originally appeared in <a href="https://www.yesmagazine.org">Yes! Magazine</a> at <a href="https://www.yesmagazine.org/issue/jobs/2011/09/30/less-is-more-5-steps-to-redefine-making-a-living">https://www.yesmagazine.org/issue/jobs/2011/09/30/less-is-more-5-steps-to-redefine-making-a-living</a>.</p><link href="https://www.yesmagazine.org/issue/jobs/2011/09/30/less-is-more-5-steps-to-redefine-making-a-living" rel="canonical"/><p>Yes! Magazine is a nonprofit, independent media organization dedicated to telling stories of ... . Learn more at <a href="https://www.yesmagazine.org">Yes! Magazine</a></p><img id="republication-tracker-tool-source" src="https://www.yesmagazine.org/?republication-pixel=true&post=16014&ga4=G-74QJNNY44Z" style="width:1px;height:1px;">

Less is More: 5 Steps to Redefine Making a Living

1. Nourish My Spirit
What things give me the greatest joy?  What makes me feel fulfilled, useful?  When do I feel least joyful, least fulfilled?
2. Put My Money Where My Values Are
Do I spend money on things that don’t bring me joy?  Can I find less expensive ways to travel, exercise, entertain?
3. Build Relationships and Support My Community
What can I share?  What skills, services, products can I offer others?  What opportunities do I have to barter and allow more people to operate outside the cash economy?  Where can I connect with my community to create a safety net for myself and others?
4. Say Enough is Enough
How much do I need to meet basic needs?  How much do I need beyond that to be happy?  Can I meet any of those needs without spending money?
5. Decide How Much Job I Really Need
Can I work fewer hours?  Can I share my job with someone else?  Do I have enough freedom to make the job I’ve always wanted?
Download the Less Is More poster here.
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