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By Leo Babauta To change a habit — whether you’re starting a new habit or quitting an old one — you have to let go of something really important to…

If you only let go of one or two of the following things, you can live a happier life. I used to think if I had a bigger closet or…

The problem of too much stuff and not enough space is a common one—one I hear more and more about as the cost of living crisis prevents people from moving…

I never expected my dog to teach me about living simply. A few months before I started simplifying my life, I got a dog. I clearly remember the day we…

Contentment can easily be misunderstood. Before I jump into the misunderstanding that many people have concerning it, let me begin by saying that contentment is desired by most people. A…

By Leo Babauta Having worked closely with dozens of people’s transformative journeys, I’ve come to recognize a handful of mindset shifts that make an incredible impact. Those who’ve worked to…

I want you to know you matter to me. In a world filled with noise and superficiality, this may seem like just another statement. But, it’s not. I mean it.…

Enjoy this article to help you declutter your things from contributing editor, Tammy Strobel. About 15 years ago, my default response to trying new things was “no.” I liked my…

Your home is your sanctuary. Let’s keep it that way. Simplicity is about creating space in your life for what matters most. It’s about clearing the clutter from our homes…

Advertisements have a way of constantly promising better things. In fact, in both subtle and obvious ways, every advertisement promises we will have a better life if we buy whatever…

What if you could remove all the clutter from your life? Not just physical clutter, but also emotional clutter, psychological clutter, financial clutter, digital clutter, even calendar clutter and relationship…

It’s almost unbelievable to me to think that this weekend marks 15 years since that Saturday morning in Vermont when I was first introduced to the word: minimalism. In a…

“Beware the barrenness of a busy life.” —Socrates Recently, the New York Times labeled the modern family the most stressed, tired, and rushed generation of all time. Few of us…

Inside: Are you ready to clean out your closet? This guide has practical tips that will help you create a streamlined wardrobe. Today, let’s dive into a topic that hits…

Editor’s Note: This is a guest post from Brian Gardner. In today’s society, accomplishments and possessions are often heralded as the ultimate markers of success. As a result, we are…

Enjoy these minimalist tips from contributing editor Tammy Strobel. Simplifying my home revealed the true burden of my clutter. All of my stuff was a constant source of distraction and…

As a former shopaholic turned minimalist, I understand what it’s like to feel overwhelmed by clutter—but I also know how to tackle it. These simple decluttering tips will help you…

“Half of the troubles of this life can be traced to saying yes too quickly and not saying no soon enough.” —Josh Billings How often do you use the word…

I have some gut-wrenching, real world experience with the seduction of getting things done. Shortly before my multiple sclerosis diagnosis in 2006, I was feeling completely overwhelmed. I was sick,…

In a society that is quick to measure worth by the number of zeroes in a bank account, it is easy to get swept into the temptation of displaying our…