I have a dirty house and a clean mind

because I would rather organize my thoughts then fold my clothes

Photo by Quilia on Unsplash

You see, many people throughout history have preached detachment, minimalism, or inner peace. The problem? Most had slaves, wives, or estates that insulated them from the very realities they dismissed.

I have none of those. No slaves, no plans to marry, and I live in a small, perpetually messy apartment where dishes only get do…