News and resources for a minimalistic lifestyle
Weekend Wisdom: When an appointment cancels or something falls off of your to-do list, don’t replace it. Embrace the space and take it for yourself. Blooming. Even though it’s been…
It’s easy to miss out on the simple pleasures that surround us each day. This is because they become routine and ordinary. Oftentimes, it is the good things around every…
Note: This article to help you simplify your mornings is by contributing writer Tammy Strobel. A well-crafted morning routine plays a crucial role in my self-care practice. This routine sets…
Note: This is a guest post from Emily McDermott of Simple by Emmy. “What do you want to drink?” I asked my youngest son over breakfast. “Milk!” I pour milk…
A vegan and gluten-free version of lemon bars that’s shockingly close to the classic? We‘ve cracked the code on the ultimate spring dessert! Just 8 ingredients required for these incredibly…
10 minute decluttering projects are small enough that you can finish them quickly. That feeling of accomplishment will make you excited to move on to the next 10-minute decluttering project.…
There’s an old saying I think about quite a bit. It goes like this: “The trouble is, you think you have time.” The thought is one that routinely spurs me…
Weekend Wisdom: It’s ok to rest first. Vitamin sea. I had a lovely (and chilly) time on the east coast last week. From New London, NH to Boston, MA and…
Living with less creates space for more: more time, more peace, and more joy. At the heart of minimalism is the realization that our possessions often distract us from meaning…
By Leo Babauta On average, people spend more than 3 hours on their phones each day, picking up their phones nearly 60 times a day … with some people spending…
Even though there are plenty of how to start decluttering articles here, including closet challenges, the best place for specific donations and other resources, what you may need more than…
When your friend tells you she had a life-changing Florentine cookie in Amsterdam, you’re basically obligated to recreate it. And it’s a good thing, too, because the results are undeniably…
According to a recent survey, 71% of Americans identify money as a significant cause of stress in their lives. This is a very large number of us. In some ways,…
Note: This article about spring tidying is by contributing writer, Tammy Strobel. Embracing minimalism through decluttering, curbing shopping habits, and downsizing to a smaller apartment has significantly simplified my cleaning…
Our homes are more than just a place where we sleep and a roof for us to store our stuff under. They reflect who we are today and where we’re headed tomorrow. Now,…
Weekend Wisdom: Don’t forget to leave space between everything. You deserve a little margin in your day. Chilling out. I’m heading into the editing phase of my new book, but…
In today’s world, social media has become an integral part of our daily lives. In fact, the average internet user spends almost 2½ hours each day using social media platforms—more…
Note: This article is reprinted from the March 2024 issue of Simplify Magazine. Self-improvement and personal development are important pursuits. When we become the best versions of ourselves, everybody wins.…
Wise Bread Picks ShareThis In a recent attempt to get our kids to consume some vegetables, we offered them the bribe — I mean, incentive — of a brand-new toy…
These five daily habits are not the healthy habits you’ve thoughtfully curated like meditation, going for walks or brushing and flossing your teeth. These are habits are likely causing 90%…