Susan JessicaAlright, here’s the deal. Simon Konecki—yep, that guy who was married to Adele for a bit—is this low-key, super chill entrepreneur and philanthropist. He runs a charity, has a quiet life, and generally avoids the chaos that comes with being connected to fame. So, one day I thought, “Why not try living like him?” I wanted to escape the whole frantic, materialistic buzz of modern life and embrace something simpler. Spoiler: It didn’t exactly go according to plan.
Who Is Simon Konecki?
Before I tell you about my failed attempt at channeling Konecki, let me give you the rundown. Simon Konecki isn’t just some random guy off the street. He’s actually the CEO of Drop4Drop, a charity focused on providing clean water to people in need. It’s a cause I can definitely get behind—way cooler than being known for some tabloid-worthy drama, right?
The man is basically a walking contradiction. He’s wealthy but doesn’t flaunt it. He could easily spend his days jetting off to fancy resorts, but nope, Simon Konecki prefers to keep a low profile, do charity work, and, you know, be a decent human being. In a world where everyone’s screaming for attention, Konecki’s like, “Nah, I’m good.” And that? That’s why I thought I could live like him for a while. Peace, simplicity, and good karma. How hard could it be, right?
The Spark: Why I Wanted to Live Like Simon Konecki
Fast forward to me, sitting in my apartment, scrolling through Instagram for the thousandth time. I stumbled upon a post about Konecki and his “simple” lifestyle. You know, the one where he’s avoiding the spotlight, doing good in the world, and just generally being a decent, non-stressed human being. My life was a whirlwind of deadlines, packed schedules, and over-consumed material crap. It felt like I was constantly chasing something, and here was this guy who seemed to have it figured out.
It was kind of like a sign, you know? Like I was looking at a picture of Simon Konecki chilling in his humble home, and I thought, “I need that.” Less stress. Less stuff. More purpose. So, I made a decision: I would try to live just like Simon for a while.
Decluttering the Chaos
Step one? Simplifying my life. Konecki’s got a minimalist vibe, and I figured, why not try the same? I started with the big stuff: donating clothes, selling old gadgets, and rethinking my entire home setup. The place looked like a bomb went off during the decluttering process, but hey, I was on my way to living like Simon, right?
Then came the harder part—giving up certain “luxuries.” You know, the things we convince ourselves we need but don’t. I’m talking about my ever-growing collection of kitchen gadgets, my unnecessary subscription services, and (God help me) my clothes. My closet was basically a sad shrine to my past self—one that thought buying clothes would solve all of life’s problems.
Anyway, it was a wild experience. At first, I felt so free. Like, “I’m just gonna live with what I need!” But after a few days, I realized how much I missed certain things. Like my comfy chair. And that weirdly satisfying pile of books I hadn’t read in years. (Note to self: I was never going to finish War and Peace—I’m just never in the mood for it.)
By the end of my minimalist experiment, my living room looked spacious… but a little too empty. I missed the stuff that used to crowd my space, making me feel like I was connected to the world. Weird, right?
My Routine Got Weird
The next step was the real kicker: adjusting my daily routine. Konecki doesn’t seem to get caught up in the hustle and bustle of modern life. The guy wakes up, drinks coffee, maybe works on his charity, and then—boom—time to chill. I could practically hear my type-A self screaming in the background.
I decided to follow suit. I stopped scheduling every minute of my day. No more back-to-back Zoom meetings. No more rushing around trying to get a million things done at once. Instead, I gave myself permission to take long walks, to sit in silence for hours (which was surprisingly hard), and to prioritize family time over my work emails.
This lasted for about a week before the cracks started showing. I didn’t feel liberated. I felt… anxious. Like, “Okay, I’m not doing enough. Is this it?” The quiet? It was unsettling. I couldn’t help but feel a bit out of place, like my brain wasn’t used to this pace. I even texted my friend Megan, “Am I failing at this whole simplicity thing, or is it just me?” She just replied with a bunch of crying emojis. That didn’t help.
Giving Back: The Konecki Way
At this point, I figured I’d do something Konecki would definitely approve of—volunteering. Simon’s all about giving back, right? So I found a local organization and started doing what I could to help out. I was hoping that volunteering would give me that same sense of fulfillment he seemed to get from his charity work.
My first experience was… not what I expected. The volunteer coordinator handed me a shovel, and I got to work digging a community garden. (It’s a whole thing around here.) At one point, I asked, “Do we need any more compost?” and the volunteer leader said, “Oh, we need all the compost you can give us.” And I’m thinking, wait, did I just sign up for a compost farm? Oh yeah, I did.
I also donated some money to a water charity and, for a second, felt like I was living Konecki’s dream. But here’s the thing: juggling all the stuff I was trying to do to simplify my life left me drained. I wasn’t giving back from a place of energy or joy—I was doing it to check off a box on my “live like Simon” list. So, while I felt proud of what I was doing, it wasn’t sustainable.
The Big Letdown
Fast forward past three failed attempts at growing my own vegetables (they died quicker than my 2020 sourdough starter—RIP, Gary). I realized the problem wasn’t with the philosophy, it was with my expectations. I was trying to live like Simon Konecki by replicating his actions, without understanding the deeper mindset behind them. It wasn’t about buying fewer things—it was about creating a life that aligns with your values.
I needed to stop rushing the process. It was like trying to fast-track personal growth by copying someone else’s lifestyle. The reality hit me: Konecki didn’t just live simply—he’d spent years learning how to do so. He didn’t just stop working, he redefined what success meant for him.
Why I Failed to Live Like Simon Konecki
In the end, I couldn’t keep up with my own expectations. I kept trying to hit the perfect “minimalist” mark and failed—miserably. I tried to be more like Simon Konecki, but I missed the point. His lifestyle wasn’t about copying his daily routine. It was about crafting a life that was intentionally simple, grounded, and full of meaning. I was too focused on the how-to and not enough on the why.
But, hey, here’s the kicker: I’m better for it. Sure, I didn’t live like Simon Konecki, but I’ve learned to value simplicity a little more. I still love my comfy chair, I still struggle to make time for my hobbies, and I still sometimes scroll on Instagram for too long. But I’m a little more intentional now. And I think that’s a win.
The Takeaway
So yeah, trying to live like Simon Konecki was a disaster, but a fulfilling one. I didn’t become some ultra-chill philanthropist with a minimalist lifestyle, but I did start embracing moments of stillness, giving back, and realizing that I didn’t need to own a million things to feel content.
If you ever try this experiment yourself—just know: it’s a lot harder than it looks. But it’s worth it. Even if you fail, you’ll walk away with a little more peace and a little less junk.
Richard Joseph
