As I was researching for a previous post on statistics on clutter, I became increasingly aware of how we live in a throw-away culture. It got me to thinking about when you should make do instead of buy new. When You Should Make Do Instead of Buy New: In a world where it is so…
Have you started setting goals for the year? Let’s look at how to set goals in the new year so whether you’ve started or not you can find some additional help and direction. I’ve heard quite a few people talk about how they will not be setting goals for this year. For some, it is…
In 2019 I wrote about 100 blog posts. Most were hosted on my site, but 17 were guest posts published on other blogs. It’s been interesting looking over which posts were read most. So without further adieu, these are the most popular decluttering and simplifying posts of the year for The Simplicity Habit. The most…
Are you struggling to complete the decluttering process? Have you gotten started with decluttering only to find yourself stuck? Perhaps the initial excitement wore off. Or maybe you lost focus. Here are some common reasons why you are struggling to complete the decluttering process. Why You Are Struggling to Complete the Decluttering Process 1. No…
Do you ever find yourself going from one thing to the next without slowing down or bothering to notice the progress you’re making? I have a tendency to do that which is why I started creating a ‘good things’ list at the end of the year. What’s a ‘good things’ list? A good things list…
Do you remember as a kid what you dreamed you would be when you grew up? For some of us, those things seem silly now, but somehow during adulthood, we managed to lose sight of what it was like to dream. Today I want you to consider why you should dare to dream again. For…
Inside: Secretly (or not so secretly) wondering if you’ll regret moving closer to family? Here’s why moving back home to be near family was the best decision we ever made, plus what to consider before you do the same. Five and a half years ago our family made the move from sunny Southern California to…
The holiday season becomes a flurry of activities and to-do lists for many people. Instead, let’s choose to be more purposeful this holiday season so that we enjoy our time and don’t end up more worn out than before the holidays began. How to Be More Purposeful This Holiday Season There are a variety of…
Inside: Here are 10 zero-waste Christmas gift ideas if you’re looking for clutter-free gift ideas this holiday season. It’s no longer a secret that our purchasing decisions impact the environment. With Christmas being a time of giving, the thought of buying presents can become a struggle for those trying to lead a more sustainable lifestyle….
Living simply doesn’t always come easy. Life is full of distractions and temptations. As I’ve continued in my journey to simplify, I’ve also collected simple living quotes that have inspired me along the way and motivate me to keep going. Today I’m sharing the top 25 quotes about living simply in hopes that it will…
