My week-long experiment of trying to live a more simple life was a great success.  My hypothesis before the experiment was that I’d have more time to do things that are most important to me (e.g. sleep and read) and that my mind would be more clear and at peace more often.  Both predictions came true.

I felt a great sense of freedom not being attached to checking my e-mail, my phone, and Facebook so often.  It helped me focus better on the task at hand rather than being distracted by other things.  It reminded me that personal contact with friends and family is more fulfilling and useful than a text message or e-mail.

Though I watched very little TV before, I realized after the week of experimentation that I didn’t miss watching the programs I was used to watching–at all.

In fact, I didn’t turn on my TV once during June and had my cable disconnected a week ago.  I haven’t thought twice about it.  Not only have I enjoyed reading instead of watching TV while I eat meals, but I’m also going to save about $50/month by not having cable.

I’m still doing most of the things I set out to do during my experiment and my life is better for it.  I encourage everyone else to give these things a try and to identify other ways you can simplify your life.

What do you think?