It all began with a trip to Africa. Standing in a remote village, surrounded by people who had so little in terms of material possessions but radiated with joy and generosity, I had a revelation. These villagers didn’t have sprawling homes or closets filled with clothes, yet they were rich in what truly mattered: connection, [...]

At the start of every new year, decluttering our homes ranks among the top three goals people want to accomplish. Many of us struggle with physical clutter because when we’re surrounded by it, we feel anxious, stressed, and overwhelmed. But the truth is, clutter is not just a physical problem—it’s also a mental and emotional [...]

When I look back on my own downsizing journey, there are so many things I didn’t know that I wish I had known at the time. While I did get really good at figuring things out over time, it sure would have made the process a lot easier had I known then what I know [...]

As our lives change, so must the ways we celebrate holidays. What once brought joy may no longer fit our current circumstances, and that’s okay—it’s an opportunity to reflect and evolve. For example, if you are a new widow, divorcee, or have lost a loved one this past year, you may be facing the challenge [...]

The holidays are a magical time filled with laughter, connection, and joy. But too often, they come wrapped in stress, overspending, and a frenzy of shopping for things that quickly lose their value. What if this year could be different? What if the greatest gift you gave wasn’t something you could wrap, but something far more valuable? [...]

Did you know that only 17% of high school students are required to take a personal finance course? Unfortunately, most of us didn’t learn much about personal finance or investing at home or in school when we were growing up either. The Gift of Financial Education: Money Skills and Financial Freedom Teaching grandkids about money is [...]

This morning, I read a funny quote from Joshua Becker: "If you’re not using the stuff in your home, get rid of it. You’re not going to start using it more by shoving it into a closet somewhere." As we approach the holiday season, many of us might be guilty of doing exactly that—shoving stuff [...]

Have you ever decluttered something as seemingly trivial as a kitchen junk drawer and felt an immediate sense of emotional relief? Or what about the feeling of accomplishment when you finally deal with that pile of unopened mail? And then there's the amazing boost of energy you get when you unpack the boxes that have [...]

In today’s fast-paced, consumer-driven world, the impact of minimalism and simple living can be life-changing. It’s no wonder that a growing number of people are actively choosing to: Prioritize fewer possessions, Focus on more meaningful experiences, Simplify their lives by decluttering their homes, minds, and schedules. With constant noise and endless distractions, the idea of [...]

By Rita Wilkins October 25, 2024 Lifestyle Do you feel overwhelmed by the countless decisions you face every day? From the moment you crawl out of bed to the moment you put your head on the pillow at night, Psychology Today estimates that you make more than 2,000 decisions each working hour – one every two seconds! And that’s just an [...]