I wouldn’t say I’m lazy. Well, maybe sometimes. But let’s just call it a strong preference for doing things the easy way when it’s an option. Why overcomplicate life when simplicity works just as…
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I’m full of ideas, but let’s be honest—I often don’t know where to start. If someone would just tell me exactly where to begin, I’m pretty sure half my procrastination problems would vanish on…
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For me, the most powerful element of minimalism has nothing to do with enjoying how nice and clean a clutter-free space looks. It’s not even the contentment that comes from owning less. What I…
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One thing you quickly learn when exploring the minimalist community is that minimalism comes in hundreds of flavors and shades. In fact, no two people practice minimalism exactly the same way. That said, there…
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I spend a lot of time sharing self-help advice on this blog, but every so often, I like to step back and look at the bigger picture. What are the ideas that really matter?…
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Looking back, one of the main reasons I got “stuck” in various areas of my life is that I waited around until the conditions felt perfect for taking action. I didn’t feel like taking…
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Way back in high school, I was a great sleeper. No matter what time I went to bed I would fall asleep with relative ease, and sleep soundly through the night. In college, despite…
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Any time I’ve made a lasting change in my life, it’s started with one key assumption: I can’t rely on my willpower being permanently higher than it is right now. Too many plans hinge…
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While I can appreciate both a cool, minimalist space and a warm, cozy one, my wife is firmly on Team Cozy—and I’ve happily embraced it. Over the years, I’ve picked up a lot of…
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It’s funny, but most people I know who adore Mister Rogers came to appreciate him as adults, not as kids. My own story is much the same. As a child, I remember watching his…
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I’ve noticed a common misconception floating around: people think you need to be virtuous—or at least have your life in perfect order—before you can even begin practicing minimalism. Let’s toss that idea out the…
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For most of us, the holiday season feels like life hitting fast-forward. We’re swept up in festive activities, savoring the kind of joy and novelty we don’t often experience the rest of the year.…
