Fill your life with stories to tell, not stuff to show.
The simplicity/minimalism movement is a beautiful community. And I enjoy any opportunity to promote writing that encourages people to live more by owning less.
I invite you to fix yourself a nice warm cup of coffee or tea. Find a quiet moment this weekend. And enjoy some encouraging words to inspire more simplicity in your life today.
I Learnt to Live With Less After My MS Diagnosis – These Are the 4 Changes That Have Helped Me Live Well | Ideal Home by Amanda Jones. The simple lifestyle changes that have helped me find a better balance.
The Practice of Doing Less, On Purpose | Zen Habits by Leo Babauta. What would doing less look like, as a practice?
10 Signs You’re Being Influenced to Buy Something New | No Sidebar by Eric Athas. The modern-day influence machine was much more widespread, invasive, and sophisticated than I’d imagined.
People Watching | Andy Scoles. Putting down our phones helps us notice the people around us and remember that our everyday choices can encourage others without being driven by their approval.
Forever Fourth Chair: Learning from Fear of Failure. | The Bad Minimalist by Kelsey Cookingham. The fear of failure can keep us from pursuing what matters, but choosing to try opens the door to growth we’ll never experience by standing still.
The Neuroscience of Decluttering | The New York Times by Emily Falk. Understanding how our minds work can help us make decisions about our possessions that better align with our goals and values. (*The New York Times may require a subscription to read this article, so I’m adding it as a sixth “bonus” article.)
Recently Released Inspiring Videos
Why It’s So Hard to Resist a Sale | YouTube by Joshua Becker. Ever wonder why you can’t resist a good sale, even on something you don’t actually need?
12 Ways You’re Probably Overspending (And How to Stop) | YouTube by Joshua Becker. Are you struggling to get ahead financially right now? With the economic challenges many of us are facing, finding ways to save money and cut household expenses has never been more critical.
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