KEY PRINCIPLES OF CONSCIOUS CONSUMERISM: MAKING SMART, SUSTAINABLE CHOICES Conscious consumerism not only benefits the environment but it can also benefit you as an individual, helping you live with more intention and consideration. In this guest article from Indiana Lee, we explore how mindful shopping and consumption can help us make smarter, more intentional choices. Editor’s Note: As I’ve tried to become more intentional and aware of what I let into my life and what I keep out, I’ve been increasingly interested in how to use more eco-friendly and non-toxic products in my home. It’s not al ..read more

10 COMFORTS OF MINIMALISM FOR YOUR BODY, MIND AND HOME Minimalism is a wonderful lifestyle encouraging us to be more aware and intentional in our life with what we both let in and keep out. Far from being cold, empty or rigid, in this article I’m sharing 10 comforts of minimalism for your body, mind and home. MINIMALISM IN A SOMETIMES UNCOMFORTABLE WORLD The world is a busy, noisy and often uncomfortable place. We’re encouraged to do more, have more, achieve more, buy more and chase more because more of all these things will mean we’re happier and more fulfilled. Even if our To Do lists, bodi ..read more

14 MINIMALIST PACKING TIPS FOR YOUR NEXT TRAVEL ADVENTURE If you’re getting ready for a trip away and want to simplify your travel and pack more lightly and efficiently this article might help! In this guest post from Mia Barnes at Body+Mind magazine we explore 14 minimalist packing tips for your next travel adventure. 14 MINIMALIST PACKING TIPS Planning a getaway is exciting, but the thought of packing can often dim that enthusiasm. Fortunately, packing can become a streamlined and even enjoyable part of your journey with the right approach. Follow a few minimalist packing principles and you ..read more

10 MYTHS ABOUT MINIMALISM: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW INSTEAD Minimalism is a popular movement for those who want to live a simpler, more intentional life, free from unnecessary clutter and distraction. Unfortunately, many misinterpret what a minimalist lifestyle really means. In this article I share 10 myths about minimalism and what I believe you need to know instead! WHAT IS MINIMALISM? Before we look at the myths about minimalism, I wanted to share this definition of minimalism from Joshua Becker of becomingminimalist.com. It’s the best definition of minimalism I’ve come across so far and the ..read more

HOW TO BECOME A MINIMALIST: 7 WAYS TO START TODAY A minimalist lifestyle is about clearing the clutter from your home, heart and mind to create space for the things which really matter most to you. In this article I’m sharing some tips on how to become a minimalist and 7 ways to start today if you’d like to try it for yourself! WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO BECOME A MINIMALIST? Minimalism is a lifestyle choice that encourages you to think differently about what you have in your life. From decisions about what clutters your home to defining your priorities and what’s important to you, minimalism is a p ..read more

45 SPRING JOURNAL PROMPTS TO INSPIRE REFLECTION AND GROWTH Spring is a wonderful time to explore our thoughts, hopes and dreams. In this article I’m sharing 45 spring journal prompts to inspire a season of reflection and growth. I hope they help you embrace a simple but more intentional life. INSPIRATION FOR SPRING JOURNALING Spring is the time to bring colour and freshness to our home and life after the cold, darker winter season. During the spring months we see nature transition into colour, energy and vitality and I like to think we can follow nature’s lead. For your spring journaling you ..read more

10 WAYS TO MAKE CLEANING MORE FUN SO YOU DON’T KEEP DREADING IT Cleaning can feel mundane and repetitive but it’s also necessary for a healthy, looked after home. Here are 10 ways to make cleaning more fun so you don’t keep dreading it! WE ALL NEED TO CLEAN OUR HOME Having a clean home is an important part of looking after our home space, creating a home environment that supports good physical and mental health. I don’t particularly enjoy cleaning as part of my home-making role but it’s a way that I care for and show love to my home and my family that live in it. Shifting my mindset and think ..read more

10 BEST PLACES TO START SPRING CLEANING AND GET MOTIVATED TO CARRY ON In this article I’m sharing some tips to make spring cleaning easier. Here are 10 best places to start spring cleaning and get motivated to carry on, even when you don’t feel like cleaning! WOULD YOU RATHER BE DOING A MILLION OTHER THINGS LIKE ME? I absolutely love a clean, clear and tidy home. I feel better, I enjoy my home more and I’m better able to relax and be calmer even when my noisy, busy family are chaotic and crazy. But, there are a million other things that I’d rather be doing with my time than cleaning. In fact ..read more

8 WAYS TO MAKE SPRING CLEANING EASIER AND LESS OVERWHELMING Spring cleaning is a great way to clear our homes of dust and grime. In this article I’m sharing 8 ways to make spring cleaning easier and less overwhelming, more effective and fun! IS IT TIME TO SPRING CLEAN YOUR HOME? Thanks to some pretty well-established habits and household routines, my home is easy to manage most of the time. I don’t have much excess stuff, I keep countertops and floors clear and we have a very simple cleaning rota that we all follow, kids included. However, these routines don’t cover some of the deep-dive clea ..read more

20 REASONS TO OWN LESS STUFF Decluttering is a wonderful method of removing clutter in our homes and saying goodbye to unwanted stuff. However, the real difference comes when you shift your mindset and how you think about that stuff over the long-term. Here are 20 reasons to own less stuff and why decluttering is only the first part of the story. DECLUTTERING AS A FIRST STEP Decluttering is only the first part of the story. It’s the place where most people begin their journey to a simpler, more minimalist, intentional life and where you can both SEE and FEEL the biggest change in the qui ..read more