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How is that uncluttering? Filling your head with names of people you don't need to know is definitely clutter.
by araneae 16y ago
How is that uncluttering? Filling your head with names of people you don't need to know is definitely clutter.
- tygorius 16y agoOften people think that clutter is about stuff when really, it boils down process and priorities. In that regard, getting rid of unnecessary stress is one of the goals of uncluttering your life. Also, it isn't about filling your head with useless data -- it's about improving the quality of your interactions with people, making life easier and better for both parties. Or, to consider from a crass perspective, humans are wired for reciprocity (viz Cialdini's "Influence"), so as the article points out, you'll get more favors, preferential treatment, and marketing opportunities from people who feel they have a connection with you.
- araneae 16y agoIt could very well be beneficial to you. But it doesn't make your life less complex. The more social interactions you have, the more complicated your life becomes.