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be unbothered, save money and packing light
Weekend Wisdom: Minimalism helps you live with less ... and then so much more. The big news over here is that the hummingbirds are back and the peonies are
12 Self-Care Practices that are a Little Unconventional
Self-care is personal. How you practice taking care of yourself is up to you. It isn't always about skin care, meditating, yoga and long walks (although I'm a
How To Be Happy: My 10 Secrets to Feeling Happier
If you are wondering how to be happy, these little secrets can help. Use these 10 secrets to smile more and stress less. They won't fix everything but they will
declutter finances, hiking tips and less noise
Weekend Wisdom: Hold on to what matters, let go of the rest. I went on a beautiful hike this week. It was early in the morning and the sun was coming up
12 Tiny Decluttering Projects
These tiny decluttering projects will help you create space without getting overwhelmed. Instead of decluttering your entire home or life, start small, one
8 Things To Let Go of Today for a Simpler Life Tomorrow
While a simple life may not be the goal, most of us crave a simpler life. A simpler life allows us to enjoy more space, time, energy and peace of mind.
underconsumption, a new show and micro-moments of self care
Weekend Wisdom: That moment, when you don't think you have time to take care of yourself is the exact moment you need to take care of yourself. It's all
What I Learned by Wearing the Same Things Over and Over Again
I've been wearing the same things over and over again for many years. Before I simplified my closet, I shopped too much, had a closet stuffed full of clothes
8 Stand-out Quotes from Gentle (my new book)
I'm excited to share some of the stand-out quotes from Gentle! My new book was published in February and I've been hearing about the quotes from Gentle that are
stress less, a mindful home and decluttering sentimental items
Weekend Wisdom: I don't know who needs to hear this but you are allowed to say, "no" even when you aren't busy. Happy Independent Bookstore Day to all who
How to Get Rid of Sentimental Clutter
Sentimental clutter is a category of clutter I avoided for years. I did not want to let go at first. Decluttering comes in waves and stages and layers.
Your Best Health: 10 Ways to Get Better if You Feel Like Crap
Achieve your best health and get better when you feel like crap. Forget about the perfect plan and instead find what works for you. These 10 things will help
digital minimalism, gentleness and the truth about stress
Weekend Wisdom: Rest before pushing through. Give yourself a break. You are doing so much better than you think. A few weeks ago I mentioned that I was
12 Teeny Tiny Steps to Simplify Your Life
Teeny tiny steps to simplify your life are usually even more powerful than big, sweeping changes. By the time we decide to simplify, overwhelm and exhaustion
35 Helpful Money Resources if You are Stressed About Finances
Helpful money resources are essential right now. Money can be a sensitive topic to discuss. It can bring up fear, anxiety, and shame. These money resources can
a dishwasher debate, productivity debt and a brain reset
Weekend Wisdom: Big change is the result of hundreds of tiny steps (and they all count). I took a long walk through the cherry blossoms. What made you
10 Meaningful Ways to Live Simply (without decluttering)
When you think about what it means to live simply, decluttering is often part of the equation. But what if you've already decluttered, feel overwhelmed by
Easy Decluttering: 8 Simple Ways to Let Go of Clutter
Easy decluttering is not only possible, it's important. Decluttering your home may take a while so if it's too complicated, you may not follow through. Why not
Scatterbrained, living with less and spring anxiety
Weekend Wisdom: If you actually want to live with less stress and more peace and ease, it's time to embrace the idea of letting go, slowing down and living with
The Pleasure of Analog Living: 8 Ways to Unplug and Reconnect
Analog living is the intentional shift from spending time online to spending time reconnecting to yourself and the world. Analog living requires extra
How to Be a Good Friend (Even if You’re Busy)
These nine tips will help you discover how to be a good friend even as a busy adult. Close friends are a big part of feeling good and improving our mental
kitchen decluttering, worry windows and slowing down
Weekend Wisdom: If you are worn out because you've been giving your all, pull back and save some of that time and energy just for you. I'm embracing all of
How to Dress with Less and the Joy of a Zen Closet
The benefits of dressing with less surprised me. When I started reducing stress in my life, I had no idea that my closet would be such a big part of my
