Now seems to be the appropriate time to mention that living minimal affords us the ability to live more mobile (what, with the hurricane disasters occurring).
In the event that we have to pick up and leave (whether temporarily or a permanent residential move), it is both easier and safer to do so, the fewer possessions we have to move. Consider the difference of between living small vs. living abundant when it comes to mobility.
Living Small – We can move quick, more often, and we really don’t worry about causing any damage because there are a lot fewer things to keep track of; we are always aware of our hoard.
Living Abundant – We move much slower, not as often, and it is difficult to keep track of everything so it is more likely some of it will be lost/damaged.
It is also worth mentioning that as Minimalists, we place an appropriate level of value on our possessions. So in the event we have to pick up and leave (as is the case with these hurricane evacuations), it is not as traumatic for us to do so if we have to leave some of our possessions behind.
Let us not forget, THINGS don’t matter. Only people matter. We need to ensure that we and our loved ones are safe.
With that being said, if people are even just slightly in danger, we must get these people to safety. So if we need to evacuate, we should not hesitate.