Minimalism
When a Minimalist is Messy
When I record a video or take pictures of my home, I make sure that the house is tidy. When I share my home in any way, of course, I pick it up first so it’s pretty. But just because I tidy up and it’s nice in my video or on Instagram, doesn’t mean that…
Read MoreHow to complain less and appreciate more
Unless you are really introspective, most of us don’t pay attention to whether we are constantly complaining or expressing appreciation. We don’t notice what we say and what we think about because we’re used to the way we are, and it seems normal. We can focus on the negatives in life and not even realize…
Read MoreA simple how-to of minimalist decor
If you’re wanting a minimalist aesthetic and struggling to get there- make sure you have actually embraced minimalism. It’s too hard to achieve the look of less when the cupboards and closets are overflowing. *wink wink* Ok- let’s assume you’ve already decluttered the excess, you have only the essentials left in your home and you’ve…
Read MoreI don’t want to be known as a minimalist
A few years ago I was at an event and ran into a friend. As we were visiting, she paused the conversation to introduce me to someone else she knew and said, “This is Rachel, she’s a minimalist.” I was shocked. Although I refer to myself as a minimalist here on the blog and teach…
Read More4 simple steps to help you live more intentionally
My purpose for embracing minimalism was to live with intention, and I thought that once I got rid of all the excess, I simply would live with intention. If I close my eyes and think about what I imagined “living with intention” to be, I pictured a mom baking bread with her perfectly behaved children…
Read MoreYour belongings should help you live in the present
Many times we make decisions on what to keep based on the past or the future, without considering too much the effect our things have on our present life. As you work through your decluttering, consider your present situation and what the items do for us right now. There are those of us who live…
Read MoreMinimalism Can Help You Conquer Your Fears
Minimalism helped me face my fears. First off, getting rid of stuff made me realize I don’t have to fear not being prepared. How many times have you decided to keep something “just in case?” I had this idea that I had to hold onto things in case I needed them. But that is a fear-based decision.…
Read MoreThis One Mental Shift Can Help You Declutter Your Life More
We can make all kinds of changes in our lives and our homes with decluttering and organizing, but to be really effective and to get to where you want to be, you have to do some mindset work. If you’re in a home that’s cluttered and you want to be in a home that’s…
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