Minimalism

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 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…

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 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. …

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,…

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…

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…

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…

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…

With the holidays around the corner, I think it’s time to finally address something that I’m often asked about—how to celebrate a minimalist Christmas!  I’ve been thinking about writing this…

Decluttering can be a journey with ups and downs. There are moments of high motivation and quick progress, but there are also moments of slow going and tough decisions. There…

I recently shared this simplicity article: 12 tiny steps to help you simplify in 2024. I was going to share 24 tiny steps for 2024 but in the spirit of…

If you’ve ever wondered how to live minimally, then you’re not alone. People everywhere have had enough of feeling busy, cluttered and overwhelmed.  They want to take back their homes,…

Weekend Wisdom: How something ends up never depends on how much you worry about it. Enjoying weekend simplicity. Let’s hang out this weekend! I’m hosting a free workshop on Sunday…

Never underestimate the importance of removing stuff you don’t need. Encouragement provides us with motivation. It invites us to dream dreams of significance for our lives. And it begs us to…

By Leo Babauta “The quieter you become, the more you are able to hear.” ? Rumi There’s rarely a moment in the day when most of us stop moving and…

I’m not one to label myself a time management expert. In fact, there are many days where I look back and am almost embarrassed at how much time I wasted.…

Friends, you don’t need to buy another gluten-free flour to add to your pantry (insert collective sigh of relief). If you have buckwheat groats around from making granola or porridge,…

If you want to declutter your home, but you keep getting stuck, then give these minimalist tips for decluttering a try. These ideas will help you declutter, even if nothing…

You can live a happier life by letting go of things that weigh you down. I used to think if I had a bigger closet or more kitchen cabinets, I’d…