Originally Posted by
Williamsmith
I am interested in the apparent inconsistency of a form a minimalism that manifests itself in obsession and compulsion over routines which are intended to take advantage of efficiency but develop harmful rigid behaviors that interfere with one’s ability to accept change. Is the form of minimalism a result of certain brain function or does the minimalism cause a change in brain function?
What would happen to a man who lives a charmed life in control of every aspect of his daily activities if he would lose control of the orderliness? Depression, anxiety, fear or paranoia. So are the forms of minimalism expressed here, actually healthy?
A person like this can be easily manipulated by applying stress to his daily routine. What appears to be a well adjusted balanced human is possibly a nervous wreck waiting for a place to happen.