{"id":8394,"date":"2016-09-04T07:07:56","date_gmt":"2016-09-04T12:07:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nosidebar.com\/?p=8394"},"modified":"2017-01-05T09:06:45","modified_gmt":"2017-01-05T14:06:45","slug":"simple-life","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/nosidebar.com\/simple-life\/","title":{"rendered":"The Simple Life Challenge"},"content":{"rendered":"

When I started No Sidebar, I had done so with a different mindset than I have now. At the beginning, No Sidebar had a literal interpretation in my mind, and it came about from a design perspective.<\/p>\n

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You can read more about the backstory here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Over the past 18 months, there has been a changing of the guard, and that phrase has taken on much more of a figurative meaning in my life\u2014what started out as no sidebars on my website has turned into the desire to live an authentic,\u00a0intentional, and simpler life.<\/p>\n

As we\u2019ve continued to grow the community, the challenge for me has always been, \u201cHow do I help inspire and encourage others to do the same?\u201d<\/p>\n

One thing I’ve seen is six areas of my life\u2014and in the life of others who’ve shared their stories here\u2014were consistently being cluttered: Digital, Finances, Home, Life, Mind, and Work.<\/p>\n

Every day, more stuff comes into our lives: stuff in our houses, stuff on our calendars, stuff in our hearts. All that stuff gets in the way of where we really want to go and who we really want to be\u2014it\u2019s time to make a change. <\/p>\n

After I realized these ongoing patterns, I decided to do something about it\u2014something I did initially to help in my own life, but realized it was also an opportunity to help you in yours.<\/p>\n

I created a 30-day email course to help you design a simple life<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Here is a brief overview of the six areas that are covered:<\/p>\n

1. Digital.<\/strong> Simplifying your digital life can help you find a healthy balance between screen time and the rest of the time.<\/p>\n

2. Finances.<\/strong> The freedom from anxiety over money can be life-changing. Learn how being frugal opens you up to more.<\/p>\n

3. Home.<\/strong> The clutter in your home doesn\u2019t just make a mess, it creates distraction in your mind and stress in your life.<\/p>\n

4. Life.<\/strong> A simple life is more than just owning less. It\u2019s about having time and energy for the people that matter.<\/p>\n

5. Mind.<\/strong> Simplicity for the heart and soul is about listening for what matters in life, and letting go of everything else.<\/p>\n

6. Work.<\/strong> When you simplify, you become more productive and happier. You open up space for your creativity to thrive.<\/p>\n

So here’s my challenge to you …<\/p>\n

For just $15, you can take the first step towards an awesome life<\/a>. <\/p>\n

If your calendar is full, if your inbox is overflowing, if every time you open that closet door, things rain down on your head: we understand. We\u2019ve been there.<\/p>\n

Every morning for 30 days you\u2019ll receive an email with words of encouragement along with recommended reading and a daily challenge. You’ll have access to our private Facebook group and can experience this journey with others.<\/p>\n

Here’s what Joshua Becker, founder of Becoming Minimalist, has to say:<\/p>\n

“No Sidebar has such a creative view of minimalism. I highly recommend their 30-day course.”<\/p>\n

What\u2019s more important? A couple of lattes from Starbucks, buying a new shirt that might get lost in your closet, or accepting this challenge and taking a step towards happiness and the type of life you\u2019ve been longing for?<\/p>\n

Just think of it as a (very small) investment in your well-being.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re not satisfied, we have a 7-day money back guarantee. Just let us know and we\u2019ll issue a refund no questions asked.<\/p>\n

Still not convinced? Here’s the full list of topics we cover in the course:<\/p>\n

Day 1 \u2014 You Are Enough
\nDay 2 \u2014 The Benefits of a Simple Life
\nDay 3 \u2014 It’s All About Gratitude
\nDay 4 \u2014 Learning to Say “No”
\nDay 5 \u2014 Digital Minimalism
\nDay 6 \u2014 Being Frugal
\nDay 7 \u2014 Part-Time Minimalism
\nDay 8 \u2014 Little Changes
\nDay 9 \u2014 Staying the Course
\nDay 10 \u2014 What to Do With Books?
\nDay 11 \u2014 A Simple Lifestyle
\nDay 12 \u2014 The Capsule Wardrobe
\nDay 13 \u2014 White Space Matters
\nDay 14 \u2014 Smaller Houses
\nDay 15 \u2014 Simplify, Simplify, Simplify
\nDay 16 \u2014 Digital Life
\nDay 17 \u2014 Experiences, Not Things
\nDay 18 \u2014 Packing Light
\nDay 19 \u2014 Tidying Up
\nDay 20 \u2014 Intentional Decluttering
\nDay 21 \u2014 Minimizing Social Media
\nDay 22 \u2014 Own Your Decluttering
\nDay 23 \u2014\u00a0No Regrets
\nDay 24 \u2014 Minimalism & Kids
\nDay 25 \u2014 Simple Travel
\nDay 26 \u2014 Recommended Books
\nDay 27 \u2014 Fear of Missing Out
\nDay 28 \u2014\u00a0Grocery Shopping
\nDay 29 \u2014 Journaling
\nDay 30 \u2014 A Heartfelt “Thank You”<\/p>\n

Now if all of that doesn’t convince you, I don’t know what will. #smiles<\/p>\n

Click here to get started and accept the simple life challenge<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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