Category: Simplicity

​This has been a big year for our family. We finalized my son's adoption, sold our house, got out of debt, I took a new job and we moved to Northern California to fulfill a years long dream of living by our family and friends. And we decided to pursue a more minimalist lifestyle and … Continue reading Overcoming The 2 Biggest Obstacles to Simplifying Your Life

As an introvert I spend a lot time in my head. Much of that time is spent thinking about all the things I need get done. This can keep me from living in the moment. It can also cause me to become so focused on projects that I sometimes neglect the people in my life. … Continue reading One Thing I Do That Keeps Me Focused on What Matters Most

A couple of months ago I was reading about Chris the Sheep who was found by Australia bushwalkers. His wool was so overgrown that he could barely walk. He got trapped in some bushes. The bushwalkers spent almost an hour shearing 89 pounds of wool off of him; that's the equivalent of 30 sweaters. What Chris' … Continue reading Don’t Let Your Stuff Weigh You Down

Several years ago my wife and I moved from a 1,300 square foot condo to a 2,400 square foot house. What amazed us the most wasn't how much space we gained but that it cost over $300 less per month than our smallish condo. At first we thought we hit the jackpot, but as time … Continue reading A Bigger House Isn’t Always a Better One

I love the holidays. I love watching the seasons change and bundling up because of the cold weather. I love listening to Christmas music (which in our house starts November 1), decorating, and spend extra time with family and friends. But the holidays can be really stressful, too. There are presents to buy, crowds and traffic to … Continue reading 7 Ways to Simplify The Holidays

Have you ever felt like there's just no way you'll ever be able to get rid of all the junk that's piled up in your home? Does it seem so overwhelming that you're having trouble getting started? The key to decluttering your home is to decide what you really need and want and to get rid of … Continue reading 7 Steps to Declutter Your Home