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Minimalist living can lead not only to a cleaner, more serene space, but also to a healthier financial situation. Here are ten reasons why embracing a minimalist lifestyle can save you money. 1. Fewer Purchases By focusing on needs over wants, minimalism naturally results in buying less, which leads to significant savings. 2. Quality Over […]

“We waste so much money trying to look successful.” —Donald Miller We all want to feel valued and respected in our social circles. Unfortunately, this desire can often lead to spending money in unnecessary ways in an attempt to impress others. However, true admiration comes from who you are, not what you own. Here are […]

No one has time to keep a creative practice, not your co-worker, not me, and certainly not you. We’re busy. This is my story of how I found time that was not there. This is the story before the story of how I developed, illustrated, and published a cookbook on top of a demanding full-time […]

If you’re looking to start on a journey towards minimalism, you might feel overwhelmed with where to begin. It’s a lifestyle that’s about much more than just decluttering; it’s about adopting a mindset of simplicity. Here are 10 essential steps to help you embrace minimalism and simplify your life. 1. Understand Your Why Before you […]

The allure of consumerism can be strong, and we often find ourselves buying things that we don’t really need, or even want. But every little bit adds up, and by cutting out unnecessary purchases, you can save significant amounts of money. In 2023, consider putting a stop to buying these 23 items and see the […]

There will be small and sometimes undetectable signs of success as you declutter your home. Whether you’re working towards a life of minimalism, or you just want to lessen your load a bit, there will be signs of progress and success that may easily go unnoticed. At least in the beginning. And the reason it’s […]

Creating a minimalist home involves more than just decluttering once. It’s an ongoing process of questioning what we bring in and what we allow to take up space. If you’re on a minimalist journey, here are ten everyday items that you might consider eliminating from your home. 1. Excess Kitchen Gadgets Many kitchens are filled […]

Decluttering can sometimes feel like an overwhelming task that drags on forever. When we are surrounded by stacks of items, it can be hard to see the end. But fear not! There are effective strategies that can help you declutter faster, turning what feels like an uphill battle into a manageable and even enjoyable task. […]

The apartment was incredibly quiet. I was surrounded by all the things that reflected my busy life with my husband, Ed. All of my family and friends returned home days after the funeral, and I remained alone in the haunting silence of the apartment. Two weeks prior, Ed had double knee replacement surgery. After complications, […]

It’s incredible to think that 15 years have passed since Memorial Day weekend in 2008 when I first discovered minimalism. On an otherwise ordinary spring Saturday, my 5-year-old son and I were outside, cleaning the garage. The job took up hours of my day—and my son lasted only a few minutes before running to the […]