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Are You a Responsible Consumer?
Minimalism is like a gateway drug for helping the environment. Once you begin to consume less, you'll notice you're wasting less. Here are ways to be a more responsible consumer.
6 Moves in 4 Years
If there's going to be anything to inspire you to become a minimalist, it will be moving 6 times in 4 years. Here’s an overview of why I moved so much in the past 4 years.
Why I Repaired My Boots Instead of Buying a New Pair
Finding the right boots is an undertaking. Especially as a minimalist. So when faced with a decision to buy new boots to replace my “perfect” boots from 2013, I decided to go against fast fashion (which scares the bajeebers out of me) and get my old boots repaired.
Lifestyle Benefits of Intermittent Fasting
I've been intermittent fasting for 2 full months now, and I'm a huge proponent of it. How does intermittent fasting relate to minimalism and mindfulness? The huge draw is weight loss, but there are tons of other benefits too.
The Beginning of My Journey with Minimalism
Apparently, way back in 2005, I desired a minimalist lifestyle. I didn't quite know how to express it, though. I thought it was linked to my depression, and I felt out of place because of it.
The Deep Declutter
It can take years to mentally gear yourself up for a Deep Declutter. But there are some things that stick around. That manage to be moved from house to house over time. Here is how to get rid of some of that stuff.
Why I Cancelled Netflix
I’m on a cancelling kick lately. Here are all the reasons why I cancelled Netflix, even though it isn’t a huge expense.
Beans the Minimalist Baby
Hi. I'm Beans. I've been on this planet for just about 18 months now. I am a baby, and I am a minimalist. I'm here to tell you my minimalism story.
Stop Should
While it may not be possible right away for stop using the word should, at least start noticing when you do use the word and what your thoughts and feelings are around the topic at hand when you do say it.
Why I Quit Amazon Prime
The overhaul of online ordering is inevitable, so let's do what we can to make it as sustainable as possible.
Best Practices for a Successful Decluttering Project
When you have a whole room to declutter, a whole attic, or a whole house, the task can seem overwhelming. Just because it feels scary doesn't mean you can't succeed. Here are my personal best-practices for having a successful decluttering day.
iPhone Minimalism: Outsmart Your Smartphone
When it comes to smartphones, it's very clear that phones aren't just being used as tools. They're being used as crutches. How are we supposed to enjoy what's here and now when our iPhones have hold of our senses?
How Close Do You Feel to Everyone in the World?
Apparently this is super important. How close do you feel?
You Are Not Your Car
You are not your car. You are not your job. You are not your belongings, or your house. None of these define who you are. You are an individual who just happens to own some things.
Daily Journaling Inspires Creativity
Journaling every day can help spark creativity. Once you get the creative ideas flowing in a judgement-free zone, you’re primed to create beautiful and innovative stuff for the rest of the day.
How to Overcome Perfectionism
Perfectionism can be paralyzing. Here are some tips on how to overcome that so you can get stuff done and make progress.
The $367 Minimalist Nursery Room Tour: Decor and Setup
Our painted nursery sat empty or in various states of disorganization for longer than I care to admit, but now it's a beautiful and simple solution for our newborn son. We decorated and furnished the nursery with everything-IKEA, and we did it all for a total out-of-pocket of $367.
Easy Baby DIY Project for a Changing Table Pad for the IKEA Sniglar
We purchased an IKEA SNIGLAR changing table for our newborn son. Turns out the the changing table pad was too big. I found a DIY and am now sharing that with you! With some scissors, sewing clips and thread, I made the changing pad so it would fit in our furniture. Follow along with this step-by-step DIY and budget-friendly project.
Traveling and minimalism
Traveling can bring us closer to the understanding of minimalism. Have only what you absolutely need and absolutely love.
How to Argue Yourself Happy
There's something so simple about happiness that is always true but is hard to remember. We can hang motivational quotes and snippets around our house, on our desktop backgrounds, on sticky notes on the fridge, but ultimately there's nothing more reassuring than reading a passage about happiness.