Learn about the many ways minimalism can be integrated into daily living, and explore how living a simpler minimalist life can be rewarding in so many ways.
There is an art to letting go-of belongings, feelings, memories, even people. Until we know what it is that is hurting us, we cannot effectively move on and live a fulfilled life. The art of letting go involves developing a practice of processing emotions then letting them fade away. This allows us to experience growth…
We live in such a hectic world with work, to-do lists, social media, but does it make us happy? Looking within yourself to figure out who you are and what you really want out of life can start the process of making things better and more peaceful for ourselves. Looking within involves focusing on your…
Minimalist lifestyles are not just for singles or young married couples without children. Keep reading to find out more about how you and your family can start taking steps to declutter and simplify your lives with family minimalism. Minimalism is a unique way of life that focuses on simplicity, experiences, and happiness. Family minimalism involves…
How many times have you just wanted to quit your day job, move to a property in the middle of nowhere with a group of people that share your values and just live your ideal life? If the answer is more than zero, you’re not alone. All over the world there are people living in…
Every day on social media we are bombarded with ads and somehow the algorithm knows what we want better than we do. How do we assess the endless cycle of temptation, buy, temptation, buy and get into conscious consumerism? Conscious consumerism involves making choices about the influence we have by how, where, and from whom…
We live in busy and challenging times, and sometimes we can’t get overwhelmed by all of our responsibilities. It’s important to set boundaries in relationships and saying no. Saying no is crucial in relationships to maintain our well-being. By setting personal boundaries, communicating with others meaningfully, and saying no when it’s appropriate, we set the…
In an age where convenience, speed, and low prices are always available, it can be easy to put ethical consumerism on the backburner. But sometimes those little conveniences have detrimental impacts. Ethical consumerism involves purchasing items that have a supply chain which positively impacts the environment and workers that make it up. Examples include companies…
Contentment is an achievable state of mind as long as you follow a few simple principles. Being content about figuring out who you are and what you want in life, as well as setting realistic goals. Being content means practicing humility, self-discipline, and satisfaction in your current state. It allows us to be happy with…
Figuring out what really matters to you doesn’t have to be rocket science. Let’s discuss how to identify the things and people that have the most meaning in your life and how to increase your happiness. What really matters is something everyone should take the time to identify and capitalize upon. It’s the people, events,…
The terms empathy, sympathy, and compassion get used a lot in daily conversation almost interchangeably, but each term means something slightly different. What do each of these terms mean and why is it important to know the slight differences? Empathy, sympathy, and compassion often feel related, here is how we can define each. Empathy is…