Having to pack just a single suitcase for a whole year feels like a challenge, a challenge to let go of comfort and live with less, also a challenge to let go of those "Just in case items". But it can also be an invitation, an invitation to reconnect with what really matters.
So if I have to pack this suitcase I think I'd be asking myself "what can I not live without " and what are the essential things I need?
So here's a list of what I think will be going into the suitcase:
A few versatile clothes
I can comfortably type this part but in reality when I make a trip I'm tempted to take all my favorite clothes, and I do have a lot of favorites when it comes to clothes, but from a minimalist aspect which im also really learning and applying, here's a list of what I think I'll put in that suitcase:
- 3 plain t-shirts
- 2 trousers (one black, one denim)
- 1 pair of shorts
- 1 hoodie
- 1 comfortable dresses (for variety/formal)
- Underwear (quick-dry, enough for a week)
- One pair of slippers and sneakers
2. Digital tools
Ok so thankfully I don't have much digital tools, so I only have to take:
- My phone
- My power bank
- My charger
3. Hygiene + Health
For this part I'll have to take:
- Toothbrush, toothpaste, soap, deodorant
Nail clipper - Small first aid pouch (painkillers, plasters)
- Menstrual pads
- Small insect repellent
Personal Items
- A small notebook + pen
- Water bottle
- A compact towel
- A tiny sewing kit
- My special necklace
The Deciding Factor
The biggest factor that would influence my decision on what to carry along would be versatility, things that serve multiple purposes, that are durable, lightweight and also adaptable. I'll focus on most likely things I may need and not the "what if's".
I'd also like to carry along with me an open heart, curiosity and flexibility because I think one year away is not just a test of what I can carry, but how much I can grow, how well I can adapt, and how deeply I can appreciate the little things.
So yes… maybe this suitcase isn’t just about travel , maybe it’s about transformation
Images are mine (cover edited on pixelab)