There’s more to life than buying stuff.
There are many wonderful people pursuing and promoting simplicity. Fortunately, some of them are gifted in communication and choose to encourage and inspire us with their words. I enjoy reading their unique perspective. I’m sure you will too.
So fix yourself a nice warm cup of coffee or tea on this beautiful weekend. Find a quiet moment. And enjoy some encouraging words about finding more simplicity in your life today.
Dreaming of a frugal Christmas? Meet the people who’ve stopped shopping | The Guardian by Donna Ferguson. There is a growing ‘minimalism movement’ that puts less emphasis on buying things, and more on people, places and happiness
30 Things I’ve Done To Simplify My Life | Mind Body Green by Tyson Popplestone. Now I’m experimenting with a simpler way of living—one that’s less stressful and more fulfilling, I’m improving every day. Here are 30 of the most helpful tips I’ve picked up.
Lock the Door! Your Boomer Parents Have Decided to Downsize | Wall Street Journal by Jennifer Levitz. Giant generation has gobs of ‘heirlooms’ … but no one wants them.
10 Simple Ways to Help You Say No | Be More With Less by Courtney Carver. It’s a busy season of the year. If you need some saying “no,” here you go.
Scrooge says
Last year we stopped giving presents to extended family except for the kids. This year the in laws decided to go back to Secret Santa. We abandoned this idea because it was just a gift card exchange. Reluctantly we participated and were assured we would give ‘ coupons’ (babysitting, helping out around house etc). I asked that money be donated to our local food bank. I was more than annoyed when it became a gift card exchange. My request wasn’t honoured, and I got a gift card to buy more stuff I don’t need. How do you deal with in laws who just don’t get it?
Crystal Wiley says
Loved the articles this time around. Our small family of four practices simple living and minimalism and continue to do better as time goes on, passing down these values to our kids. I write about our journey as well to help inspire other parents as much as possible (we’re a homeschool family in the PNW). I love these newsletters and often share them with others – “10 Simple Ways to Say No” was my favorite this time around. Much love and Merry Christmas.