The word "minimalism" has had a lot of exposure in recent years, but there is still some confusion about the meaning. In short, minimalism can mean different things to different people. Read about what minimalism means to me here. It can be used to describe an architectural style where elements are reduced to their most basic form, or it can refer to living with less stuff in order to live more fully. There are also various ways that ... Read the Post...
10 Pro Tips on How to Declutter Before a Move
What makes me a pro? I've moved house almost twenty times - that's right, 19 times to be exact! Not only have I moved house, but I've also moved across country and half way across the world too! And along the way, I've definitely picked up some pro tips on how to declutter before a move. Moving house is an exciting time! You get to start off fresh in a new place, arrange everything exactly how you want in your new home and start life with ... Read the Post...
The Importance of Letting Go of Expectations
Expectations are a funny thing. They can be the driving force that keeps us going, or they can be the heavy weight holding us down. We have expectations for ourselves, our friends, family members and even strangers we meet on the street. What's so strange is that often times these expectations are never met and it becomes a vicious cycle of feeling disappointed and frustrated with the outcome. So what do you do when your expectations go ... Read the Post...
15 Minimalist Habits that will Transform Your Life
Minimalism and simplicity are words that are often tossed around but rarely fully understood, and yet they are some of the most sought after goals in life. Minimalism is often misunderstood as the collection of only the most basic, bare necessities in life. But this couldn't be farther from the truth! Minimalism is not about how much you have or what you own - it's about living with less so that more of your time and money goes towards living ... Read the Post...
Why you shouldn’t sell your stuff after decluttering
We a love a good declutter around here, don't we?! I've decluttered many a time and I'm here today to tell you why you shouldn't sell your stuff after decluttering. The last time I did a good big declutter, a couple of years ago, I let go of around 70% of my belongings. You might be wondering if I have anything left in my house after getting rid of so much stuff. But, yes! Before my giant decluttering session I had things stuffed in the ... Read the Post...
How to have a Self Care Day Without Spending a Fortune
For many of us, self care is hard to come by. Between work and family obligations, we often forget that it's important for our mental wellness to take some time out for ourselves every now and then. One great way to do this without breaking the bank is to plan a self care day at home! We all know how expensive going out can be so planning a day in your own home is the best way to save your pennies. It can be really nice (and necessary) to ... Read the Post...