Hey there, lovely ladies! Let’s talk about something super important today: building your very own self-care toolkit. I know life gets crazy busy with all the family stuff and household chores, but guess what? You deserve some TLC too! Think of your life as a cozy home. Just like we…
For the last ten years, I have been compiling and publishing curated articles that inspire simplicity. At first, it was an exercise in communicating to Becoming Minimalist readers the most popular articles I sent out on Twitter. But over the years, it has become more than that. It has become…
We’ve been exploring self-discovery by examining values, strengths, passions, and goals. Now, let’s tackle something crucial for every homemaker: building resilience. Because let’s face it, the life of a homemaker throws some serious curveballs. From messy mornings to unexpected meltdowns, overcoming these hurdles with grace and strength is key. The…
“I think everybody should get rich and famous and do everything they ever dreamed of so they can see that it’s not the answer.” —Jim Carrey Our world is quick to applaud success—as well it should. It is entirely appropriate to champion those who develop their talents, work hard, and…
Note: This is a guest post from Myquillyn Smith of The Nesting Place and author of House Rules. What comes to mind when you think of minimalist home decorating? I used to think minimalism was a style of its own—a harsh, colorless contemporary style that worked for twentysomething bachelors with…
In two weeks, I will celebrate 16 years of Becoming Minimalist (both the lifestyle and this blog). If you’ve been following my writing for any length of time, you know that I LOVE listing out the positive benefits of owning less. In almost every post, in way or another, I…
“A comfortable home is a great source of happiness. It ranks immediately after health and a good conscience.” —Sydney Smith, 1843 It is difficult to overstate the importance we humans place on “home.” I once heard a commentator speaking about the movie The Wizard of Oz. His opinion on why…
Editor’s Note: This is a guest post from Allison Fallon, author of Write Your Story. Most of us want to live a simpler, more intentional life. But in a world with “can’t-miss” meetings and emails, pings and dings from messages and DMs, school pick-ups and drop-offs, holiday hoo-ras and birthdays,…
Imagine yourself floating in a majestic hot air balloon, gently swaying in the breeze, high above the patchwork of your life. Below, the familiar landscape unfolds: your career, your family, your daily routines. But something’s missing. The balloon, once vibrant and full of potential, hangs limp and deflated. It lacks…
