Often when I use the word “simple” I am referring to a pure, honest and uncomplicated action. Easy to understand and to grasp the concept of. But that does not make it “simple” to do. Many of us struggle with the action of letting go in our lives. We can’t seem to let go of … Continue reading Let. Go.
Others’ expectations of me are what they want. Not what I need. And not who I was divinely created to be.
I can’t stop thinking about the capsule wardrobe. I’ve been trolling Pintrest and have found lots of great ideas. I’m still a little scared to try it. Really afraid to let go of some of my favorite comfy clothes! Not to mention that it is definitely a bit intimidating with the extreme cold we have … Continue reading Coming To Terms With The Capsule Wardrobe…
How can you begin to incorporate a little Hygge into your life? My guess is that if you are interested in simple living, you are already onto something… Here’s how!
Today I have taken some time to determine what simplifying our lives is all about. While I am in the throes of minimizing possessions in our home, scaling back my wardrobe, and creating a clearer space at the office, there are many other areas where simplifying is just as important in order to begin leading … Continue reading What Don’t We Need In Order To Simplify?
Perhaps the most obvious accomplishment in living a simpler lifestyle is to minimize the amount of possessions you own. This is one of my favorite parts of moving toward a simplified existence. I don’t generally find it difficult to let go of what I really don’t need. And there is nothing better than that feeling … Continue reading Minimize Your Possessions
For those of you who are born organizers this is likely your favorite part of simple living. Some of you, in fact, may be ready for this “final” step to minimalism right now… Having everything in its place. Ahhh… the ultimate goal! I will humbly admit that I am not there yet. I’m still languishing … Continue reading Everything With A Place
Day one of my current purge has come and gone. At first, I was a bit saddened when it began to dawn on me that the five days I have set aside for this mission are not going to result in the incredibly simplified, organized home that I envision when I close my eyes and … Continue reading Day 1: The Reality of It
Day two was a bit of a slower pace, but constant. I wasn’t quite sure where to start, there is so much to do and I want it all done now! I know that’s not possible. As they say – your house didn’t get this messy overnight and it’s not going to be clean overnight … Continue reading Day 2: The Five Day Purge Continuation
There’s nothing quite so simple as a clean slate. A blank page staring back at me, waiting to be filled with something worthwhile. Something that may inspire someone, give new perspective, or maybe validate someone else’s efforts to live a more minimal lifestyle. But the words don’t come. I sit and ponder the very idea … Continue reading A Blank Slate
