Mark Boyle's path took a sharp departure from the norm in 2008. The former economics graduate gave up the pursuit of money and created a unique way of life. He rejected dependence on currency, and his story is an exploration of the power of choice.
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The root of his transformation
For Boyle, a comfortable life in the organic food industry once seemed like the right path. But one night in 2007, an argument changed his perspective.
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His belief system changed as he realized that money was causing many of the world's problems. Inspired by Gandhi's words, “Be the change you want to see in the world,'' Boyle embarked on a radical experiment.
“I realized that the root of all the problems in the world is money. It creates a kind of disconnect between us and our actions… So I decided to see if I could do without it. “I decided to give it a try,” says Mark.
trade money for a new lifestyle
Ms Boyle's initial adjustment period after replacing her home with a donated caravan proved difficult. Familiar comforts are gone, his morning coffee replaced by what nature has to offer. Although turbulent, these early months sharpened his resourcefulness.
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Mark wrote about his experiences in “The Broken Man,” a detailed account of the hurdles faced, the creative solutions discovered, and the philosophy behind his choices.
“Ironically, the last two years have been the most fulfilling of my life,” he wrote in 2010. “True independence is interdependence.”
Money and technology are left behind
Interestingly, Boyle's focus on money as a limiting factor led him to question modern technology in 2017. In his bold move, he even gave up conveniences like electricity and running water.
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Boyle is candid about the hurdles this faces, but living a money-free, unplugged life further raises awareness about modern society's over-reliance on both. I believe it has hidden potential.
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