This time of year, a certain quote that I love surfaces within online minimalist communities: “No”vember: A time to practice saying no to people, places, and things that drain you—and…
Next week marks the six-year anniversary of my journey into a minimalist lifestyle. A journey that has been more life-giving than I could have ever imagined. As I jettisoned unwanted…
Decluttering Your Home When it Feels Difficult: 7 Ways to Let Go A recent conversation on a Florida beach reminded me of how difficult it can be to declutter in a society…
Last week, a kickoff call with my HarperCollins’ marketing team left me reflecting on the promises of a minimalist life. I presented my book (coming early next year—details to come)…
A Lesson in Letting Go A couple of weeks ago an unexpected moment with extended family reminded me of an important lesson in letting go. My six-year-old daughter, Elena, stood…
Having a plan to declutter your bathroom is a vital part of curating an uncluttered home. And, the truth is, we Americans love our bathrooms. When in the market for a…
Last week, I was reminded of a powerful perspective shift that can help you declutter your home. My reminder came after reading text by digital creator Jarred Lopes. It went…
Recently, in an Instagram reel, I outlined why living in an uncluttered home can boost happiness. A week later, the reel had gone viral—to the tune of over 7 million…
When asked why I decluttered our home, one of my go-to answers is that “I did it for the details.” I’ll usually clarify a bit, but the concept itself is…
Decluttering your life is a journey that you start and often restart. A journey that, I’d argue, is vital to embark on—there’s so much life on the other side of…