As I age, I am working on the small things like choosing happiness in the moment, and being a little more content with my story as it has played out so far. I too avoid the doctor because I am not looking to spend money on medicine that treats only the symptoms of discomfort and comes with a raft of side effects. I know that will come back to haunt me at some point and I am at the point of subscribing to the checkups that come when you crest a half century!
Keeping it simple to me means watching national and global events for context but focusing on the things I can impact closer to home with the people I love. AND making sure I have too much fun along the way.
Being content is much more meaningful - later we will feel happy about it.