nostalgia/nɒˈstaldʒə/noun 1. A sentimental longing or wistful affection for a period in the past. 2. Something done or presented in order to evoke feelings of nostalgia. It’s a powerful tour de force of an emotional state, often visiting us in wave-like motions, creating pools of reflection back to fond memories, past versions of life, romantic […]
The 10 Biggest Decluttering Lies
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If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by the clutter in your home, you’re not alone. Many of us start the journey to a simpler, more organized space only to find ourselves discouraged by the daunting task ahead. The road to decluttering can often seem filled with endless challenges, missteps, and discouragements that make it seem easier […]
10 Educational Tools that We Frequently Use as a Minimalist Family
By Nikki Cox
As a minimalist family who resides in a 900 square foot home where my husband works full time and I homeschool our two children, we’ve quickly learned that in order to stay sane and happy in our small space we need to be intentional with the educational supplies we choose to have in it. Certain […]
Find Freedom in Simplicity: Embrace Minimalism for a More Fulfilling Life
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In a world that constantly pushes us towards more—more gadgets, more clothes, more commitments—it’s easy to find ourselves drowning in the sea of excess. But what if less is really more? What if stripping away the excess could lead us to a more fulfilling and meaningful life? This is the heart of minimalism, a philosophy […]
Traveling Changed My Life, But It Didn’t Solve My Problems
By Jack Waters
Ask someone on their deathbed what they wish they’d done more of in life and you’ll usually get the same answer. “I wish I had traveled more.” Traveling the world is often seen as a rite of passage. That thing you do before you begrudgingly join the workforce or settle down with a wife and […]
12 5-Minute Minimalist Hacks To Maximize Your Life
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Have you ever felt overwhelmed by the clutter and chaos that fill your days? You’re not alone. Many of us yearn for a simpler, more organized life. Minimalists like to focus on what’s essential, stripping away the excess to find tranquility and satisfaction. Here are 12 quick minimalist hacks that you can implement in just […]
How to Change your Life for Good This Time
By Emma Jayne
Change is hard. I know because over the years I’ve made huge changes in my life. I went from hoarder to minimalist, and I started training in counseling after over a decade of stagnation. It wasn’t until my early thirties when I finally took the reins and started making powerful, meaningful changes in my life. […]
Living Fully at Your Own Pace
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Life isn’t about rushing; it’s about savoring each moment. Imagine this: You only get around 78 years of life. That’s not a lot of time, especially when you think about all the things we’re pressured to squeeze into each day. From a young age, we’re taught to fill our days to the brim. Join as […]
4 Ways to Increase Your Attention Span in Our Fractured Era
I can’t believe I’m going to use the past tense in this sentence: I used to be a constant reader. I would dive into a book, sometimes reading two at a time, but usually just one after the other, one or two books a week. I visited the library every ten days or so, and […]
The 10 Commandments of a Clutter-Free Life
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Clutter is not just a physical inconvenience; it’s a mental burden, an emotional drain, and a silent thief of time and energy. Understanding the profound impact that simplifying your life can have on your overall well-being, we present to you The 10 Commandments of a Clutter-Free Life. These principles aren’t meant to sound judgemental or […]