Minimizing and simplifying life
There are clear benefits to being well organized. Disorganization is one of the main reasons people suffer from anxiety at work and at home. When people feel so busy, they feel as if they cannot function and that it is not suitable for them – for their home life or for their jobs. As you…
When you want to simplify and minimize your life, the first thing that must happen is to set your priorities. This works for both your personal life and your work life. Whether it’s a large project or a small one doesn’t matter. Knowing how to choose where to start, how to organize it, and what’s…
Starting the path to minimizing can be overwhelming when you look at the whole task as one. Breaking it down into sections is the best way to approach the task. Where do I start? How many times have you looked at that closet, drawer, cupboard or room and just closed it back up because the…
Living the minimalistic lifestyle isn’t about who can live with the least amount of stuff, it’s more about what deserves a place in your life. This can be applied to material items, your schedule, your spending and even your relationships. Ask yourself ‘Why do I want to keep this? What value does it add to…
When you google minimizing, the results can be overwhelming. It’s good to remember, as with any new thing, starting small is a great way to start on this path. First, think about why you want to make the change to a minimalistic lifestyle. Make a list of what’s important to you. Does making this lifestyle…
Consumerism is slowly being replaced by minimalism as many people are realizing the downsides of living such a materialistic lifestyle. Consumerism has been the norm for decades, but minimalists believe that there is more to life than what you can buy and own. In this blog post, we will explore minimalism and why it’s replacing…
Sometimes, when you put your wants and needs first, people will call you selfish. They’ll make you feel like you shouldn’t do things for yourself or do things that make you feel better. Well, they’re wrong. What you’re doing is called self care. Whether it’s something as simple as getting your nails done or taking…
On this day, Memorial Day, we honor those who fell in the line of combat. Those who gave all to fight for our freedom and our country. We also honor their families. Those who lost their loved one while that loved one fought for all of us. To the families of the fallen, I salute…
I’m sure you’ve probably heard about the Instant Pot by now. Someone you know has one or a friend of a friend of a friend told you it’s a must have for your kitchen. Well, I couldn’t agree more with them! I absolutely love using the Instant Pot. It has become a lifesaver when it…
This morning, we said goodbye to a local icon. Willy Woodburn’s is the iconic mom and pop cafe. The place you go to get comfort food, food your grandma (or grandpa, in this case) would make. The little corner cafe where regulars are sitting at the counter, talking about the weather and drinking coffee. The…