In high school I once memorized the first 91 digits of pi on my attempt to reach 100. And my big takeaway from that silly memorization challenge is that there are a ton of…
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I think people today are too biased towards the present. They assume that every good idea must be from the past 10 or so years, and that everything before it must be old and…
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Believe it or not, I am a formerly (and sometimes still) messy person. My love of minimalism grew up alongside this natural tendency and has taught me some important truths about clutter along the…
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After years of searching for everyday happiness, I can confidently say there are no secrets. The ordinary, quiet moments produce the most lasting contentment—everything from faith-filled prayers to stress-free lazy days. That’s what life…
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Self-confidence might seem like something that’s just nice to have, but I’ve come to believe that there are certain truths that can’t really be understood without a healthy dose of self-esteem. It’s not about…
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I’ve noticed that most frugal living tips involve trading some of your time to save money. That’s reasonable, but I’ve actually discovered a few tips that manage to save both time and money—and I’d…
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To keep our home looking clean and minimalist, my wife and I rely on a regular decluttering ritual. Once you’ve done the big initial purge, staying on top of clutter doesn’t have to take…
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If I start my morning on the wrong foot, I know I’m setting myself up for a day of brain fog and low motivation. I’ve lived that pattern enough times to recognize it —…
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My ultimate happiness comes from my faith, family, and friends, but I think there’s still a lot of wisdom in other ideas and cultures that lead to thriving and happiness on a day-to-day level.…
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I used to have a mild dependency to my phone, that is thankfully under control now. The key for me wasn’t telling myself “no” every time I felt the urge to scroll, because that…
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I’m a big believer in the power of turning ordinary, everyday chores into meaningful acts. You can either see decluttering as a chore, or you can reimagine it as a form of gentle meditation.…
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I’ve written a lot about the life-changing power of habits, but that power can work against you too. Bad habits — especially the financial kind — can lock you into a trap where you…
