If there’s one thing I’ve noticed—in homes, pantries, and even in the way we use our time—it’s that there’s never enough.
Never enough shoes.
Never enough books.
Never enough money in the account to feel “safe.”
Never enough time in the day, snacks in the cupboard, or energy left in the tank.
And yet… the more we chase “enough,” the more it slips just out of reach. It makes you wonder: when is enough enough?
When Is Enough Enough? It Starts With Awareness
Because without boundaries, “enough” keeps growing.
At first, it’s a treat: one soft drink a week. But then one becomes a couple.
A bowl of chips becomes a giant bowl—because hey, guests are coming!
That lovely collection of comfy shoes? Suddenly you need another set for walking, another for rain, another just because they’re on sale.
It’s not that we’re greedy. It’s that we’re human.
Our brains are wired to seek more comfort, more certainty, more reward.
But here’s the twist:
More Doesn’t Always Make Life Better. Boundaries Do.
Without boundaries, we slide into habits that don’t serve us long-term.
What starts as a “just in case” purchase becomes clutter.
What begins as a generous yes turns into overwhelm.
Slowly, quietly, “enough” turns into too much—and we don’t even notice until we’re knee-deep in stuff, stress, or social commitments.
What Happens Without Boundaries?
- We overspend, then feel guilty.
- We overcommit, then burn out. Headspace offers some practical tips on managing overwhelm and protecting your energy.
- We overfill the pantry… then stress about the mess.
The truth is: there will never be “enough” unless you decide what enough looks like. A minimalist perspective on deciding what’s “enough” can offer surprising clarity — read more here.
And this is the part I find both powerful and freeing:
You Get to Draw the Line
You get to define your own version of enough.
No one else can do it for you—not Instagram, not your neighbour, not the shops shouting 50% off.
Real-Life Examples
- “I’ll have Milo on Sundays, not every night.”
- “One pair in, one pair out—no matter how pretty the new shoes are.”
- “We’re a one-soft-drink-a-week household. That’s our line.”
It doesn’t matter where you draw it—only that you do.
Because without a line, “enough” keeps moving.
And life becomes a never-ending chase for more space, more stuff, more time.
But when you say: this is enough—
- The chase stops.
- The clutter quiets.
- And the Milo tin actually lasts longer (bonus!).
Your Turn: Where Is “Enough” Creeping In?
Where in your life does “enough” keep growing?
- Your calendar?
- Your pantry?
- Your shopping habits?
- Your expectations of yourself?
Start Small and Protect Your Peace
Pick one area.
Gently draw a line—not to punish yourself, but to protect your peace.
Because here’s the real secret:
When We Put Boundaries Around “Enough,” We Make Space for Joy
And that’s always worth keeping room for.
Still too hard?
If you’re realising that “enough” keeps shifting — in your home, calendar or headspace — you’re not alone. Sometimes, it takes a fresh set of eyes (and calm hands) to help draw the line. That’s what we do at Space and Time. Whether it’s hands-on decluttering in your home, or coaching you online to create calm and clarity from wherever you are, we’re here to help you define what enough looks like — and stick to it.
Ready to reclaim your space, your time, and your energy? Let’s work together to create room for what really matters.