When I was a young(er) woman I never would have dreamed that I would become a self proclaimed minimalist. In fact, I’m sure plenty of people would have said I was just the opposite of a minimalist. Some people might still question if I’m “REALLY” a minimalist. But guess what? There are many different types […]
10 Hidden Reasons Your Home Feels Cluttered (And How to Gently Address Them)
There’s an inexplicable heaviness that often accompanies clutter. It’s not just about the physical items occupying your space, but the emotional and mental weight they carry. If you’ve ever tried to declutter and found that the mess keeps coming back, or if the atmosphere still feels heavy even after a big clear-out, it’s possible there […]
Minimizing the Opinions of Others
One of the many things I have observed as a longtime online writer is the ebb and flow of the opinions of others. Putting yourself out there, being real and transparent, and sharing from your heart opens the door for others to react and respond, and their feedback can either distract and discourage or affirm […]
The Psychology of Cue-Routine-Reward: Understanding Habit Triggers
“Let today be the day you give up who you’ve been for who you can become.” —Hal Elrod Life can sometimes feel like a series of habits—some healthy, some unhealthy—stitched together to ultimately define our days and life. Wake up, brush your teeth, make coffee—the list goes on. But have you ever stopped to think […]
7 Life-Changing Lessons I Learned from Decluttering
It began over Christmas break when my mom and I watched Tidying Up with Marie Kondo on Netflix in the evenings. Seeing Kondo sort through piles of clutter in her calm, soft-spoken voice was a relaxing end to a long day – and even better with a glass of red. When I came back to […]
The Sunday Reset: Why You Don’t Need a ‘New Year’ to Start Fresh
The sun is barely peeking over the horizon. The smell of freshly brewed coffee fills the air. It’s a Sunday morning—a clean slate, a fresh start. Yet, somehow, most of us let this day pass like any other, not realizing its power. We wait for a new year, a birthday, or some monumental life event […]
The Silent Thief of Your Pay Raise: How to Beat Lifestyle Creep
We’ve all been there. You finally get that promotion at work, or perhaps you just landed a job that pays significantly more than your previous one. You take a deep breath, feeling a sense of relief. Finally, you can afford to live a little—perhaps a bit too much. You might start eating out more, upgrading […]
What Would Sunshine Do?
What would Sunshine do? This is something I ask myself daily. I was almost named Sunshine when I was born and though my father went with Rachael instead, once I learned about this missed opportunity I felt as though Sunshine would have been the best version of myself. Sunshine would wake up before her alarm […]
Possessions Don’t Define Us: Finding Worth Beyond Our Stuff
“The only lasting beauty is the beauty of the heart.” The message is loud and clear, plastered across billboards, TV screens, and social media platforms: the more we have, the happier we’ll be. Our culture sells us the dream that possessions are the key to happiness, and like moths to a flame, we’re drawn to […]
Ways to Help Your Family Before Your Passing
Being a senior and realizing your hour glass is more at the bottom than the top, it’s time to think about your spouse, children, and grandchildren. What’s going to happen to all the stuff you’ve accumulated? I have been a victim as well as observed overwhelming stress this can put on families. My neighbor, in […]