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Inside: Are you looking for ways to speed up the decluttering process? If so, here are 10 of my best tips for getting rid of household clutter in a short…

The story we are told, from almost the moment we are born, is that “more is better.” More money, more gadgets, more clothes, more house, more toys. But the reality…

Note: This simple budget article is from contributing editor, Tammy Strobel. Learning how to manage our finances is one reason my husband and I simplified our lives. Uncertainty around money…

People often wonder, “How can you resist the temptation to desire the things that everyone else seems to want?” And honestly, it’s not a struggle I encounter as often anymore.…

Even on a good day, you may feel overwhelmed by life. Phone notifications, work obligations, family needs, to-do lists, email overload, expectations, illness, invitations and the list goes on for…

Are you tired of feeling overwhelmed by the clutter in your home? Do you crave more clarity and rest in your life, but don’t know where to start? I understand.…

My husband and I decided to simplify our lives to enjoy benefits like saving money, reducing stress, building strong relationships, and investing in experiences. For example, we recently took an…

“In this information-rich, time-poor society, attention has become our most important resource.” —Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi Bruce Lee is credited with once saying, “The successful warrior is the average man, with laser-like…

We know that clutter can weigh us down. We know that clutter can distract us. But did you ever think that clutter might be making you sick or stressed, or…

Editor’s Note: This is a guest post from David Nurse. Knowing and doing, while they go hand in hand, are far from identical. Enrolling in decluttering courses and becoming a…

While researching this blog post, I typed minimalist home into Google just to see what would show up. The results? A flood of images with white walls, hardwood floors, and chic “scandi”…

For the last nine years, I have been compiling and publishing curated articles that inspire simplicity. At first, it was an exercise in communicating to Becoming Minimalist readers the most…

By Leo Babauta Creating a new habit like meditation, journaling or exercise isn’t incredibly complicated — at the most basic level, you tie the habit to a trigger that’s already…

Life’s simple pleasures used to escape me. In my early twenties, my husband and I were living pay-check to pay-check. We were in debt, stressed out, and I was shopping…

One year ago, we released Things That Matter: Overcoming Distraction to Pursue a More Meaningful Life. Thank you for making it such a wonderful success. Over the last year, the…

People look for contentment in any number of places. Some look for contentment in a high-paying job, yet show their discontent the first time they are passed over for a…

Creating a minimalist wardrobe (or minimalist capsule wardrobe) is a game changer when it comes to reducing stress and overwhelm. Since there won’t be any clutter in your minimalist closet,…

Editor’s Note: This is a guest post from Barefoot Minimalists. Energy is one of the most important aspects of our lives, and it can come from many different sources. When…

Inside: Owning too much clutter can have a negative impact on your home and life. Keep reading to learn about the many benefits of letting go. A decade ago, I…

Simplifying my life changed my relationship with spring cleaning and makes me excited to share these spring cleaning ideas with you. Decluttering my stuff, shopping less, and moving into a…