All Posts By

Mike Donghia

  • 8 Habits Required to Sustain a Long-Term Effort

    When I joined the cross-country team in high school, I had no idea what I was signing up for. The first few weeks were brutal. Every practice felt like torture, and I was always…

    April 8, 2025
  • 10 Parts of Life That Feel Easier to a Minimalist

    When I discovered minimalism, I was in college and searching for something more—a new way of looking at the world. My life felt cluttered, not just with things but with ideas, expectations, and a…

    April 8, 2025
  • 9 Things Disciplined People Know That You Don’t

    I’ll be the first to admit—I’m not a naturally disciplined person. I’m curious, energetic, and full of ideas, but I can also be scattered and easily pulled in a dozen directions at once. Structure…

    April 8, 2025
  • 8 Mental Habits to Start Playing Life on Easy Mode

    Life isn’t supposed to feel like a constant uphill climb. Sure, challenges are inevitable, but over the years, I’ve realized that so much of what makes life hard isn’t the circumstances we face—it’s the…

    April 8, 2025
  • 9 Happiness Mistakes You Might Be Making

    Happiness has always been something I’ve cared deeply about. Not the fleeting kind that comes from a good meal or a relaxing weekend, but the kind of steady, fulfilling happiness that makes life feel…

    April 8, 2025
  • 8 Ways to Catch Up When You Feel Behind

    I’ve found myself feeling behind more times than I care to admit, and if I’m being honest, it’s usually my own fault. Procrastination, indecision, and an impressive talent for overthinking have left me stuck…

    April 8, 2025
  • The Minimalist Guide to Decision-Making in 8 Simple Rules

    I’ve always admired people who seem to make decisions effortlessly—those who know what they want and move forward without hesitation. For a long time, I thought that kind of clarity was something you were…

    April 8, 2025
  • 9 Time Management Tips for Slow and Steady Progress

    Time management has always been a challenge for me. That’s why I write about it so much. I’d find myself juggling tasks, constantly feeling like there weren’t enough hours in the day, and yet,…

    April 8, 2025
  • 10 Two-Minute Habits to Boost Your Self-Confidence

    Confidence hasn’t always come easily to me. I’ve had my fair share of moments where self-doubt crept in, leaving me second-guessing myself or holding back when I should have stepped forward. Over the years,…

    April 8, 2025
  • The Psychology of Comfort: 10 Ways It Goes Too Far

    I’ve always been someone who appreciates the little comforts in life—a cozy blanket, a good meal, or the ease of modern conveniences. Like most people, I enjoy the feeling of being relaxed, safe, and…

    April 8, 2025
  • 8 Minimalist Travel Tips (Make Travel Fun Again)

    I used to overpack for every trip. My suitcase was always crammed with “just in case” outfits, bulky toiletries, and more gadgets than I ever needed. I’d spend half my time rifling through my…

    April 8, 2025