Five years ago this week, I made a choice to embrace minimalist living; a choice that changed my life. I was at home with my kids, drowning in stuff, and…
Tag: intentional living
Last weekend, a visit to my hometown to see a dear friend turned into a spontaneous, eye-opening decluttering bout. She’d just moved into a historic home, which I couldn’t wait…
I first heard the term “intuitive eating” in my twenties. The premise was this: Tune into how you feel during consumption. Then, use this interior feedback to guide your next…
Early on in my minimalist journey, I realized the life reset I desired would largely be shaped by one little word: “no.” This “no epiphany” happened during a routine Saturday…
The concept of time, for me, has often felt enigmatic. Regardless of its puzzling properties, around this time of year, every year, I attempt to solve it. I’ll be 39…
One of my favorites quotes, penned by Catherine Price in her book The Power of Fun, goes like this: “We can’t control the fact that we will die. But we…
It’s 8 a.m. on Sunday morning and the smell of coffee beckons from the kitchen. Rolling out of bed, I make my way to the living room sofa and groggily…
After honing my decluttering skills over the past few years, I’ve developed a theory. Goes like this. Our ability to declutter grows in direct proportion to our ability to make…
Curating a minimalist wardrobe steeped in your personal style cultivates confidence, promotes inner peace, and spreads positivity to the world around you.
Last weekend I was at the library, preparing for a 12-hour road trip to Texas by perusing the DVD section. After stuffing my bag with as many semi-educational kids shows…