Tag Archives: spirituality

Jason Chan – the walking monk

Posted on November 4, 2012 by Greg Foyster

After leaving Mackay, I wanted to explore simple living in spiritual traditions, especially Buddhism. But I’d left it too late. We were way behind schedule, which meant we didn’t have time to detour from the highway. Somehow, I’d have to … Continue reading →

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Nic and Gemma – voluntary slum dwellers

Posted on July 12, 2012 by Greg Foyster

When we stayed in Footscray, Sophie and I visited a couple moving to a uniquely downmarket location – a Cambodian slum. While the trend in Australia is for houses with fewer occupants but more bedrooms, Nic Morgan and Gemma Banks … Continue reading →

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The simple living guru (part 2)

Posted on March 12, 2012 by Greg Foyster

When I try to explain simple living to friends or family, I always struggle for the right words. It sounds either insultingly obvious (“Well, of course people should stop buying stuff they don’t need!”) or a vague version of environmentalism … Continue reading →

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Before shot (part 2)

Posted on March 10, 2012 by Greg Foyster

Here’s the second “before shot” of my life prior to the trip. (To read the first part, click here.) Money To be frank, I’m a bit of a tight arse. But while I baulk at buying new things, I’ll happily … Continue reading →

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