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Simplify, Simplify - Thoreau


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Simplify, Simplify - Thoreau

Thoreau, in his writings, particularly in Walden, advocates for a life of intentionality and reduced material possessions. He believed that modern society's focus on material wealth and constant busyness detracts from true happiness and fulfillment.

The quote "Simplify, simplify" is a call to action, urging individuals to examine their lives and eliminate the "frittering" details that consume their time and energy.

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A cabin waits by the riverside,

No gilded halls, no place to hide.
The kettle hums, the trees sway slow,
Simplify, simplify, said Thoreau.

[Chorus]

Oh, the simple life, it calls to me,
Like a breeze through an old pine tree.
No diamonds, no gold, just earth and sky,
Simplify, simplify, until I die.

[Verse 2]

The stars don’t care for riches or fame,
The moonlight dances, it stays the same.
I left my troubles where the wildflowers grow,
Simplify, simplify, said Thoreau.

[Bridge]

No clocks to bind me, no chains to hold,
Just fire for warmth when the nights get cold.
The rhythm of life, it moves so slow,
Simplify, simplify, let it flow.

[Chorus]

Oh, the simple life, it sets me free,
Like a melody in a minor key.
No hurry, no rush, just time to try,
Simplify, simplify, let the world pass by.

[Outro]

So here I stay where the wild winds blow,
Simplify, simplify, said Thoreau.
A life unadorned, just my heart to show,
Simplify, simplify, and let it grow.

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