I have known many different kinds of happiness in my lifetime. And I’ve come to believe that one of the simplest forms of gratitude is recognizing them in all their variety. It’s also a…
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Nobody sets out to have a cluttered home, at least I don’t. It happens slowly, through a series of small tradeoffs—setting something down “just for now” or keeping things “just in case.” Each one…
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I’m really proud of my closet now. I wish you could see how far it’s come over the past year. A lot of the credit goes to my wife, who’s been gently nudging me…
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I’m a big believer in the idea that our minds and our bodies are intimately connected with one another. For example, when I’m stressed for a period of time, I know I’m more likely…
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This is something my wife and I have talked about again and again: frugal living isn’t just cheaper, it’s actually a better life in many ways. Of course, I’m taking for granted that we’re…
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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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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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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…
