These restful practices will help you slow down and take care of yourself. Take a break from the busy life that may be stressing you out and rest instead.
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building a tiny home + overwhelmed with digital clutter
Weekend Wisdom: If you don't have time for what matters, stop doing the things that don't. I have the creative energy of a sloth right now. I say that
How to Gently Let Go of Sentimental Clutter
Decluttering comes in waves and stages and layers. Letting go of sentimental clutter can feel like the deepest depths of those waves and stages and
3 Things That No Longer Get My Time or Energy
If it seems like you never have enough time and energy, think about protecting it. You can decide what no longer gets your time and energy. The list below will
10 tips for the Libby app + an unusual approach to decluttering
Weekend Wisdom: Owning less is gentler than organizing more. I've been doing this new, fun thing where I wake up really early, like a little too early. I
10 Tiny Ways to Simplify Life Today
It's nice to know that there are tiny ways to simplify life today. While some changes take longer, this list will offer some immediate relief and simplicity.
funny podcast episodes + 8 effective ways to let go and move on
Weekend Wisdom: Slow down, schedule blocks of nothingness, regroup, reset, breathe, come back to yourself. Almost everyone I talk to is in a heat wave or
3 Things I Never Pack Anymore for Simpler Travel
Simpler travel all comes down to dialing down the stress of a trip. Start at the beginning by simplifying your packing. What you pack, and what you don't pack
7 Summer Books That Will Make You Forget to Check Your Phone
When I'm trying to spend more time away from my phone, I pick up a book before I get lost in endless and needless scrolling. These summer books are here to add
20-minute phone-free ritual + room by room cleaning guide
Weekend Wisdom: Choose priority over balance because when everything matters, nothing does. When you think, “I HAVE to do this” ask yourself this very
The 7 Best Things That Happened After I Simplified My Wardrobe
I decided to simplify my wardrobe by creating a minimalist fashion challenge called Project 333. I've been dressing with less since 2010 and here are the best
11 rules for phone etiquette + an amazing sleep trick
Weekend Wisdom: Instead of seeking productivity tips to get more done, consider doing less. Next month I'll be announcing a new Declutter Hour to help you
5 Things That May Be Hard to Declutter
Decluttering isn't always easy but it does get easier when you get started and begin to enjoy the space you are creating. Even when you've made some progress
10 Little Tips to Help You Own Less Clutter
There are two things to consider to own less clutter. You have to successfully declutter the stuff you have and stop bringing new clutter in. The suggestions
Weekend Favorites: break impulse shopping habits + 27 road trip snack recipes
Weekend Wisdom: When we get busy and overwhelmed, we forget how the simplest things can make us smile the most. Try to remember what makes you smile. I
I Stopped Reaching for My Phone and Started Reaching for This
Analog living is the answer to digital overwhelm. Analog living requires extra boundaries around your phone and other digital engagement and a little hope and
Weekend Favorites: Inspiration for your next closet edit + a list of comfort shows
Weekend Wisdom: It's ok to slow down. It feels like full on summer over here. It's the first Saturday Farmer's Market of the year (hello fresh
How to Ease The Decision Fatigue of Decluttering
The decision overwhelm or decision fatigue of decluttering may be standing in the way of you and a simpler life. It's not easy to declutter a home full of
How to Declutter Clothes: The 10-Step Plan to End Closet Clutter
If your closet is feeling a little full, it's time to declutter clothes and make space. Whether you want to clear out an overstuffed closet or you are simply
make daily chores glamorous + 10-min decluttering tasks
Weekend Wisdom: In the end, organized clutter is still clutter. Is it just me, or is there a little hush going on out there? Things feel a little quieter
7 Permission Slips for Gentle Adulting
Why, oh why are we so hard on ourselves? We extend compassion for everyone we love while telling ourselves how terrible we are for making a mistake. We all
kitchen decluttering + 10 things I stopped buying
Weekend Wisdom: Feeling guilty for taking care of yourself is not taking care of yourself. I used to have SO MUCH KITCHEN STUFF! It was actually one of the
21 Simplicity Quotes to Help You Breathe Easier
Use these simplicity quotes to encourage a simpler life and to help you breathe easier. Allow them to give you inspiration, motivation, laughter and relief.
8 Kind and Regret-Free Ways to Declutter Things
The last thing we need when we declutter things is regret about what we are letting go of or holding on to. The fear of regret can lead to decision fatigue and
