Weekend Favorites: social media clutter, releasing stress and sentimental items
Weekend Wisdom: When I get frustrated and wish I had it all figured out, I remember that the messiest times in my life have inspired the most profound change and…
Inspiring Simplicity. Weekend Reads.
Minimalism is the intentional promotion of the things we most value and the removal of anything that distracts us from it. It requires a conscious decision because it is a…
How to Systematically Declutter Your Life
Note: This is a guest post by Mike Donghia of This Evergreen Home. Since starting to write about intentional living, I have heard from many people a desire to change.…
Skillet Ratatouille & Eggs (1-Pan Meal!)
What’s that? You’re looking for an easy, comforting weeknight meal that has some veggies and protein? Look no further: This skillet ratatouille has your back! This delicious twist on the…
Zen Habits Podcast Launch! – zen habits zen habits
It’s finally here — launch day for the Zen Habits Podcast! Today is a day of celebration … of not only this launch, but of the journey I’ve been on…
Weekend Favorites: extreme heat, packing light and how to feel good in your clothes
Weekend wisdom: It can’t all matter at the same time. The hills are alive … Today is the last day of the year to join The Simplicity Space! You can…
Say Goodbye To These 5 Things For More Ease
Couldn’t we all benefit from a little more ease? We are so conditioned to prove ourselves by working hard, to earn our rest by burning out and to deserve ease…
Why Decluttering Isn’t Like Waving a Magic Wand
Note: This is a guest post from Karen Trefzger of Maximum Gratitude, Minimal Stuff. When I first began decluttering, I had no idea how long it would take, or even how…
5 Unpopular Opinions That Will Simplify Your Life
We are so quick to dismiss unpopular opinions but what if we gave them a chance? What if we thought about them differently, refusing to believe everything we think or…
10 Practical Tips for Maintaining Minimalism in Your Life
I first found minimalism 15 years ago. And it’s true, trying to declutter the possessions for a family of four is no easy task. The entire process took us about…
Weekend Favorites: 7 things to release, better boundaries and mindful walks
Weekend Wisdom: If catching up worked, you’d be caught up by now. Doing less, not trying too hard. If you are feeling stressed or anxious because of all the things…
5 Ways to Reduce Your Stress Levels
By Leo Babauta Stress is a part of life, and eliminating it is a fool’s errand. If you ever succeeded in eliminating all of stress, your life would be boring…
No-Bake Peanut Butter Cup Bars
What started as mango cheesecake bars quickly turned into chocolate peanut butter cup bars…stick with us here! Our mangoes weren’t ripe yet and we wanted sweets ASAP. To satisfy the…
10 Reasons Repeating Outfits Will Simplify Your Life
Note: This is a guest post from Julia Ubbenga of Rich in What Matters. On a gray morning last month, I stepped out of my bedroom, dressed and ready for the…
7 Tiny Steps To Help You Set Better Boundaries
Note: This article on better boundaries is by contributing writer, Tammy Strobel. In my twenties, setting healthy boundaries wasn’t easy for me. I had a hard time saying no, and…
Why “Make Your Coffee at Home” is About More Than Just Saving a Few Dollars
Last week, I published an article on Simple Money called “Make Your Coffee at Home” And 50 Other Simple Habits to Save Money. Most people had kind words to say…