The Great Video Game Detox Experiment

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I have a love-hate relationship with video games. To be more precise, I love to hate video games. I cannot stand the mind-numbing effect it has on my kids. I detest how turning on a game essentially means turning off your hearing to everything around you. I hate the time wasted. Video games are like … Read more

Minimalist Advice for New Moms and Dads

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There is so much I would do differently as a new mom. If I had discovered minimalism when my kids were younger, life could have been so much simpler. My oldest is now in middle school and in many ways life is far from simple. And the truth is that practicing minimalism with children is … Read more

Clear the Counters & Clear Your Mind

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Clearing your work counters is a great idea if you want to keep a clear mind when starting minimalism. Aside from a knife block set and a chopping board, most people don’t actually need much more than this on their countertop. This is why it’s a great place to start your minimalism journey. Clear the … Read more

Building a Handicap Accessible Tiny House

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There’s no denying that tiny homes are a genius idea, and when it comes to minimalism they are heavily related. But when it comes to wheelchair accessible tiny homes, there aren’t nearly as many options. And in some cases, you may even have to build that tiny home yourself. Building a Handicap Accessible Tiny House … Read more

Your Child’s Messy Room is Your Fault

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Keeping your child’s room clean isn’t as easy as many people think. It doesn’t matter whether they’re toddlers or school age children, most parents have issues with messy rooms. And determining how to keep the room isn’t easy – but here’s the truth. Your Child’s Messy Room is Your Fault If you are struggling with … Read more

Three Steps to Wanting Less

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Most of us find ourselves wanting things from time to time. You don’t necessarily need to have a shopping addiction to accrue a lot of stuff in your home – this can often lead to us wondering how we can want less in life. Three Steps to Wanting Less I grew up wanting a lot … Read more

Minimalist Christmas Decorating – The Complete Guide

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Minimalist Christmas decorating . . . doesn’t sound possible does it? I must insert a disclaimer here. I am not the artsy type of minimalist that only enjoys the color white, large empty spaces, and a maximum of three pieces of furniture per room. However, it is possible to have a minimalist Christmas in your … Read more

The Low Down on Minimalist Laundry

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When it comes to the laundry room, many minimalists have issues. It’s something that many of us deal with on a daily basis, and it’s often one of the places where clutter exists the most. Here’s a few tips for doing minimalist laundry. Living in the Land of Minimalist Laundry I have decided that a … Read more