As much as I speak about the benefits of living a minimalist lifestyle, I have to admit that I only started living this way due to a move abroad that forced me to take stock of all of my belongings and travel as lightly as possible. That was as recent as five years ago. I …
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MEANINGFUL GIFTS THAT DON’T COST MUCH
I thoroughly enjoy the gift selection process when shopping for those closest to me and whom I know the best. Over the years – as we all have – I have gift shopped for romantic interests, family, best friends, and beloved colleagues. The occasions ranged from Christmas, birthdays, Mother’s and Father’s Day… You get the …
HOW TO PLAN A STAYCATION
There was a six-year period in my life when all I wanted to do was travel as widely as I could. The further and more different the place was from my home city, the better. I prioritized beaches, exotic food, a vibrant nightlife and meeting new people high on the list of what I would …
HOW CAN WE BE INTENTIONAL WITH THE RETURN TO “NORMAL”?
Note: I understand that there are relevant arguments about whether there is such a thing as “normal” again or if this is just a lull in a potentially more complex issue. But for this article, I will assume that things are finally looking up. The current media messaging on all platforms and channels points to …
COMMON REASONS FOR BECOMING MINIMALIST
Minimalism can mean different things to different people. Life tends to take us in different directions over the years. These changes come with new and evolved mindsets that can better serve us, our wellbeing, and our surroundings. Sometimes, living with less can help us pursue other dreams and goals more purposefully. For me, minimalism became …
WHY I ALWAYS WANT TO LIVE IN A SMALL SPACE
The pandemic taught me the importance of a well-suited living environment that I enjoy and spend much time in. (I’ve spoken about that and other lessons from the pandemic here).The word “small” in this article is open to interpretation depending on your tastes. I’m not referring to any particular square footage or design style exactly, …
BEAUTIFUL AND BELOVED CELEBRITIES WHO THRIFT
Let’s face it. Famous people are everywhere and we can’t help but be interested. At least a little. Celebrity best dressed lists and “Who are you wearing” segments at awards shows have permeated our TV screen and fashion magazines for decades. Following the fashion trends of our favorite actresses, models, and other well-known figures have …
REASONS TO LOVE MEAL KITS
Bringing products and experiences directly to consumers has been the winning strategy for many brands and companies, and the food industry has been no different. What started as a convenience strategy for the typical busy, professional type has now exploded to epic proportions. Subscription meal kits have seen a period of accelerated growth during the …
TEN SIGNS YOU’RE A MINIMALIST
I always thought that being a minimalist was a trendy, aesthetic concept that we’ve learned about through social media for the last few years. Things like a lightly decorated apartment, a capsule wardrobe, artsy line drawings in delicate frames – That sort of thing. But over the years, I’ve realized that it begins with an …