Benjamin Franklin wrote in his autobiography, "It is more difficult for a man in want to act always honestly." All those who desire to live an honest life should consider the weight of those words. In fact, read them again if you skipped over … Read More
20 Reasons to Never Ever Part with Something You Own
Happy April 1st. It is true, there are a lot of really good reasons to minimize our possessions. For example, when we own less, we are able to focus more of our life on things that matter. Minimalism saves money, time, focus, and energy. … Read More
51 Simple Pleasures to Seek Out and Appreciate More Often
It's easy to miss out on the simple pleasures that surround us each day. This is because they become routine and ordinary. Oftentimes, it is the good things around every day that we are first to forget. We forget to be thankful for them, we forget to … Read More
Minimalism’s Missing Piece
Note: This is a guest post from Emily McDermott of Simple by Emmy. “What do you want to drink?” I asked my youngest son over breakfast. “Milk!” I pour milk into the small glass in front of him, stopping at a groove about a quarter of the … Read More
Imagine It’s Your Last Year: What Would You Do Differently?
There's an old saying I think about quite a bit. It goes like this: "The trouble is, you think you have time." The thought is one that routinely spurs me to action and helps me prioritize my life. Because it’s true. Our priorities often get … Read More