Pack a Suitcase: mini-mission
As you simplify your life, there is a big focus on getting rid of your stuff. I’ve done it, thought about it and written about it. I think it’s time to start focusing on what you want to keep. Perhaps that change in direction will give you a better understanding of how unessential everything else [...]
Creating a Minimalistic Sanctuary
photo credit If you have been working towards a simpler life, you may already be in the habit of clearing the clutter. While it is great to work on your entire home, it is important to mindfully approach certain areas. You can create beautiful, simple spaces in your home, especially after most of the clutter [...]
Less Stuff More Light
It will take more than reading one blog post to realize how clutter is affecting your life and taking away from your freedom and creativity. It struck me as I walked into my kitchen the other day, that for the first time, instead of seeing a cluttered counter, I saw sunlight streaming in from the [...]
One In Two Out: mini-mission
photo credit In the process of uncluttering and learning to live with less, you will inevitably need to buy something. This mini-mission will ensure that you never have more than you do right now. One in, two out: Each time you make a purchase and bring something new into your life, let two things go. [...]
Sell Your Stuff to Pay Off Debt
photo credit The purpose of a yard sale is to make money selling your stuff. In my opinion, having a yard sale is a big pain in the ass, so do it one time and do it right, and only if you are in debt. I generally recommend giving your stuff away as you unclutter [...]
Shoot your Stuff
photo credit: click here If you are holding onto something for any of the following reasons, I suggest you take me up on this shoot your stuff mini-mission. I keep my _____________ because it brings back certain memories. I can’t get rid of this because ___________ gave it to me, and I don’t want to hurt [...]
Clearing the Clutter You Can’t See
photo credit: click here Clearing the clutter is essential to be more with less, and just because you don’t see your clutter, doesn’t mean it isn’t there. That sounds like an obvious statement, but until I started preparing for the yard sale of the century (and the last yard sale I will ever have), I didn’t [...]
Small Challenges to Change Your Life
photo credit: click here If you have made the decision to be more with less, you have a lot of work to do. Working towards: no debt and more savings less stress and more health less stuff and more time less obligation and more joy… will take time. If this is truly going to be a [...]
What to Expect from Me and This Blog
If you are ever putting a presentation or speech together, the starting point is to “Tell what Tell”. This means, tell your audience what you plan to tell them during your time together. I think it is a great rule and one I plan to apply to this site…right now. Tell what Tell: I do [...]
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