Minimalism

My previous post about ‘exactly’ what we own has (by far) been the most popular post on this blog. I figured I would post an update because we have gotten…

Cindy’s Weekly Wisdom Cindy Any fan of Star Trek or American pop culture has heard the phrase “Resistance is futile.” It was popularized on the TV show Star Trek when the Borg…

Out of sight clutter Have you ever noticed that there is certain clutter in your home that you not only never use but you don’t even lay eyes on it…

Many electronic devices keep drawing power even when you’re not using them.You can save energy at home and at the office by using a power strip for your computer, monitor…

Save energy by putting a lid on your pans while you cook.It’s simple physics.As less heat escapes, more heat is retained in your pan and your food will cook faster.Also,…

Disclamer: This is obviously my own personal opinion, but I really felt strongly about China when I was there, so read at your own discretion. I am not posting this…

One thing I’ve found in my life is that when I focus on what I don’t have, or when I focus too much on myself, I start to feel unhappy.…

Six weeks ago I was in full fledged holiday baking mode and my mom joined me one evening for some girl time, Baileys and coffee and a semi-professional cookie decorating…

I learned something this week: Cocoa powder isn’t raw, it’s cooked. Therefore, just because a brownie isn’t baked like these fudgy beauties, doesn’t mean they’re truly raw. This, is good…

Welcome to a new edition of the Midway Simplicity Tips of The Week. Enjoy! “The right amount of stuff = the amount you can fully and regularly use.” – Kristen,…

This amazing guest post is written by Kate Carpenter. It’s an excerpt from her book ENUFF: Eliminate the Needless, Useless, Foolish, and Frivolous. Clutter seems like such a simple thing.…

Just Simple links is a regular collection of curated links meant to inspire, engage and connect minimalistas everywhere. Have a link we need to know about? Email jillgaupin@theminimalistas.com. Link 1:…

“The best way to change the world is to change yourself.” – Joe Cross A few months ago, in the grips of another grueling semester of nursing school, I was…

No one ever said that life was easy, and none of us ever assumed that we’d get all that we desire without hitting at least a few obstacles along the…

This post is part of America Saves Week. Money is like a cake. When you get that delicious dessert, it can be tempting to eat it all at once. But…

Last week, the bagged organic apples that we usually buy were $2 off, so my husband bought three bags. One went into the fruit bowl; the other two went into…

Feeling cooped up? Looking for ways to pass the long winter days? Use them to save more moolah: Ways to Save While You're Stuck Indoors This Winter Related Reading: Make…

If you often have a long list of to do’s unfinished at the end of the day, you might first want to read How to Get to the End of…

Welcome to this week’s issue of Weekly Simplicity Tips. I updated my bio page this week. Anything I missed? I also updated the blog so it can be accessed by…

So, i’ve worked out that writing is not what I want to do with my life. I’ve decided to stick with the things that i’m good at. If you are…