Fudgy Crackly Top Brownies (Vegan + GF)
We’ve done brownies before (exhibits A, B, C, D, E, and F)…but these are different, friends! We couldn’t hold out on you. Introducing: shiny, CRACKLY TOP, chewy, decadent, REAL DEAL…
Inspiring Simplicity. Weekend Reads.
Embrace the freedom that comes from less. Minimalism isn’t just about owning fewer possessions. It’s also about an intentional promotion of our highest values by removing anything that distracts us…
10 Daily Habits That Will Help You Simplify Your Life
Note: This article on daily habits is by contributing writer, Tammy Strobel. Do you find it challenging to maintain daily habits? If your answer is yes, you’re not alone. I…
How to Address What’s Really Causing Your Avoidance
By Leo Babauta When we are procrastinating, avoiding exercise or some other habit we want to create, or avoiding taking on a difficult project … the underlying cause is rarely…
4 Types of Clutter Challenges + How to Tackle Them
Different types of clutter require different strategies. Keep reading for tips and advice that will help you overcome your biggest decluttering challenges! Not all clutter is created equal, and I…
Weekend Favorites: a trick to calm anxiety, wasting time and the ruthless Project 333 challenge
Weekend Wisdom: In a noisy world, gentle words rise. So many thoughts. One of the reasons I shred or burn my journals is to symbolically let go of my stories;…
The Joy of Not Wanting Things
The story is told of a man named Arenius who lived in the fifth century. Determined to live a holy life, he abandoned the modern comforts of Egyptian society choosing…
Vegan Chili Cheese Fries – Minimalist Baker Recipes
Sometimes the only thing that will do is chili cheese fries. Y’know? Luckily, you can now satisfy that craving with this equally comforting vegan version! It feels decadent and special…
A Healthy List of Places to Find Motivation in Life Other Than Physical Possessions
A few weeks ago, I sat outside around a fire alongside two highly successful entrepreneurs. Both, wonderful human beings. As they began asking me questions about my work, the conversation…
10 Spaces, 10 Min, 100 Items
The 10-10-100 Decluttering Challenge will help you have more fun decluttering, making it easier to let go of stuff and clutter. Even though we know how to declutter, our procrastination tendencies…
Weekend Favorites: strategic slowness, reverse to-do list and 55 cleaning tips
Weekend Wisdom: We need to give ourselves permission to be gentle, slow and soft, to rest when we want, turn down the noise and find the ground beneath our feet. …
Slow Down to Fall in Love Again
By Leo Babauta “Smile, breathe and go slowly.”~ Thich Nhat Hanh Recently I got a running watch, and have been keeping most of my runs below a certain heart rate,…
10 Ways Minimalism Will Change Your Life
In a world where success is often measured by money and the amount of our possessions, minimalism is counter-cultural. As a result, keeping its pursuit on the top of our…
Less ‘I Know What I Like,’ More ‘What’s Working for You?’
It’s easy and common to settle into the comfort of preference and routine. On some level, this is to be expected. Over time, we craft our lives around what we…
How to Be a Good Friend (Even if You’re Busy)
Note: This article on how to be a good friend is written by contributing writer, Tammy Strobel. Typically, I don’t like to use the word “busy.” The word conjures up…
1-Bowl Banana Buckwheat Muffins (Vegan + GF)
The goal: portable, delicious, and a bit nutritious! And so banana buckwheat muffins were born! These nutty, wholesome muffins are vegan, gluten-free, naturally sweetened, and easy to make with just…