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Quiet the Voice of Wanting New Things
On any regular day we are bombarded with thousands of ads. They tell us to buy everything they're selling. We see our Insta feeds filled with influencers and more ads. With all of that, how do you quiet the voice of wanting new things?
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How We’re Surviving Social Distancing
This pandemic has us living in a whole new normal. Social distancing may keep us from doing our normal activities outside the house, but with some practical tips and a little bit of thought, we can get through this together.
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2020 No Spend Year – Rules, Goals + January Review
For 2020, we decided that a no spend year would put us back on track to saving more money and consuming less. We of course have a few rules and understand that everyone's idea of a "no-spend" challenge is different.
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9 Tips to Get Started Decluttering
Our possessions can quickly take over our lives. We pick them up and clean them. They surround us at all times. They break and require maintenance. Your possessions are everywhere - and it can be overwhelming. So overwhelming, in fact, that you don't know how to get started decluttering even though it's your heart's biggest desire. While your possessions weigh you down, the action of decluttering will lighten your load. Literally. Less cleaning, less picking up, less... stuff.
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10 Minimalism TED Talks to Inspire Spending Less
Minimalism is a way of life for many people and the movement continues to grow. A more minimalist lifestyle can influence many areas of your life: home, schedule, stress level, and even finances. When you buy less and purchase with intent, you often times spend less money. That method of intentional living echos across these 10 minimalism TED Talks that will inspire you to spend less.
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Best Digital Detox 30 Day Challenge
Life is stressful, I get it. You turn to your phone or tablet and scroll into infinity on Facebook or Instagram only to look up and see that hours have passed and nothing got done. What if you could turn your mind back on and be happier, less stressed, and more productive? Your answer - digital detox.
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Digital Minimalism – What is it?
Minimalism is very popular with multiple generations right now. We all seek to live a simpler, stress-free life when the world tells us we need more. It just happens that a simpler life occurs when we have less clutter in our lives. When you think less clutter, physical items in your home might immediately come to mind. But what about your digital life? Is there such a thing as digital minimalism?
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Why We Keep Clothes We Don’t Wear + How to Let Go
I love my small closet. I've made a capsule system and rotate with the seasons. But there were several pieces lurking in my wardrobe that I just couldn't part with. That too expensive dress that no longer fits, the maxi skirt I thought would look killer, the baggy t-shirts I wore before I lost 30 pounds. They were all still there. Why? Why do we keep clothes we no longer wear?
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Minimalist Fall Capsule Wardrobe
Do you see that in the forecast? It looks like fall! Fall is my favorite time of the year. It's cooler, but not bitterly cold, the leaves change turn my favorite color (orange), and oh, my birthday is in the fall! And this year, my fall capsule wardrobe is the smallest it has ever been. Just 21 items.
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Declutter Recipes and Cookbooks to Meal Plan Better
Eating out at a restaurant is nice, but enjoying a home-cooked meal is better. Even if it's just spaghetti and meatballs, there is something so comforting about food cooked by someone you love. A time will come when your recipes become overwhelming from years of collecting them from friends and family. Get ready to declutter recipes and cookbooks!
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