Here’s a simple truth: The more items we own, the less we value them. Our cupboards and closets burst with items we need to clean, organise, maintain, upgrade, store, and retrieve. It’s exhausting. But here’s another simple truth that fixes everything: The less we own, the more we use and enjoy what we have. I …
Disclosure: This post may contain affiliate links and I may receive a commission if you purchase through them. Maya Angelou changed my life with one simple sentence, “We need much less than we think we need.” As soon as I heard it, in my heart, I knew she was right. I need less than I have and …
What’s low buy? It is when you actively avoid buying anything new to help you achieve your goals. Maybe it’s saving money or paying off debt. Or decluttering your home and not bringing anything new in. Perhaps you want to lessen your environmental impact with what you choose to buy. For me, a low buy …
The joy of using things up is important in our journey of minimalism. Using items until they have nothing left to give allows us the opportunity to fully experience each item. Because if we tire of an item quickly or buy new things frequently, would we still be able to experience the benefits of each …
Living a simpler lifestyle can be a great way to find happiness and contentment, as it allows us to focus on what truly matters most in our lives. By following the simple living tips below, we can free up more time for ourselves and discover who we are without needing anything external from other sources …
It’s time to reimagine Spring Cleaning as more than just tidying up; it’s your annual financial inventory. Decluttering offers a chance to reflect on the items you’ve purchased with your hard-earned money, assessing whether you genuinely need them, or whether they’re just taking up space in your home. In this post, I share how having …
Having in recent years discovered the idea of how to romanticise my life, I’ve never been happier, content, peaceful & grateful for literally everything in my life – every lesson, every blessing, every opportunity and so forth. So, what exactly is Romanticising Your Life? It is a pretty simple concept but something – as a …
Do you find it difficult to let go of the past? Whether it’s old resentments, old clothes or even old habits, sometimes the past has a pesky habit of sticking around. But why should you let it? Sometimes, being able to let go of the past is what you need to focus on in the …
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In today’s world of fashion, where new trends come and go, the allure of minimalism stays, and it is strong and timeless. Know that embracing minimalism isn’t about the design style. Instead, it’s about embracing simplicity, functionality, and purpose. When it comes to fashion, embracing a minimalist approach can transform not only your wardrobe but …
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Wabi Sabi, a perspective rooted in traditional Japanese aesthetics, emerges as a gentle reminder to embrace imperfection and transience. While it holds a visual kinship with minimalism, wabi-sabi encompasses a depth that transcends mere appearances. This profound philosophy finds its essence in the combination of two elusive words: “wabi” and “sabi.” Wabi embodies simplicity, humility, …
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