There are so many things to be tempted and distracted by in the world. It’s easy to fall into a comparison trap. The reality is though, more stuff won’t make you happy. But, gratitude will. Why More Stuff Won’t Make You Happy Does the stuff you own now make you happy? Not as in do…
Inside: Want to live more simply? Learn how to be more intentional with shopping. Do you feel like your money evaporates each month? Shopping in a store or online for items you don’t truly need can add up fast and keep you from your savings goals. If you want to live more simply and keep…
Sometimes it feels like the world is moving so fast. In an information age, there is a wealth of distractions. Layer on top of that the expectations of others and the ones we have for ourselves. Rest is so hard in a driven world. Why Rest Is So Hard in a Driven World When was…
When I started on my journey to declutter my home and my life, I didn’t yet know how the experience would change me. In the process of learning to let it go, I gained much more than I got rid of. One thing I discovered was how decluttering makes you more grateful. It’s easy to…
Guest post by Alexis Dumire of Mended Mom Minimalism has become one of the latest trendy things to do. Everywhere you turn you can find articles, videos, and even entire television series about downsizing, decluttering, and minimalism. But why? Here is why minimalism is the right fit for me. Minimalism is the right fit for…
Inside: Want to learn how to make your home more cozy? We’ve used these ideas to make our home a place where we feel more comfortable. Fall is my favorite season. I love the change in weather. It also brings about my desire to cozify my home. Today I am sharing some tips on how…
One way we can work to prevent entitlement in kids is by instilling gratitude and thankfulness. Crafts and activities are a great way to introduce your children to gratitude. I compiled a list of 10 simple ways to practice gratitude with your kids. 10 Simple Ways to Practice Gratitude With Your Kids: 1. Make a…
Inside: Looking for the best creative toys that will actually inspire imaginative play? Here are 25 toys that will develop creativity and inspire open-ended play. I often advocate for experiences over toys. In part because most kids already have far more toys than they need. However, I’m often asked which toys are the best to…
Families are busier than ever before and downtime now equals screentime. Homes are larger and clutter is at an all-time high. If you want to be a more connected family, simplify. Then you can spend more time on what matters most. To be a more connected family, simplify Families are having fewer and shorter meals…
Inside: Looking for organizing inspiration? Here are the best organizing blogs in 2021 to help you declutter, get organized, and create a home you love. I’ve also included their top posts for easy reference. Sometimes we can use some inspiration to help motivate us to declutter and organize our homes. And who doesn’t love beautifully…
