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A Minimalist Journey: 12 Actions for 12 Months
Join us on a year-long journey to embrace minimalism, exploring aspects that go beyond the usual decluttering advice. Each month, we’ll focus on a different aspect of our lives, discovering the often-overlooked nuances of minimalism.
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Creating Breathing Room in 2024
Decluttering and letting go of things that no longer serve you can transform your space and, consequently, your life.
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But does it spark joy?
I think Marie Kondo was really onto something. Hear me out. Our surroundings have a profound impact on our mental and emotional state. A cluttered and disorganized space can cause stress, anxiety, and a sense of being overwhelmed. On the other hand, a home filled with items that spark joy can have a transformative effect on our overall well-being. When we surround ourselves with things we love, we create an atmosphere of positivity and contentment. Each item in our living space becomes a reflection of our values, aspirations, and personal style. Personally, I love books, art and hand bags. As a result, I have a lot – like a lot,…
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Bespoke Minimalism
A lot of people think that a minimalist home is barren, cold, and drab. Not so! At least not for me. Your home should be your sanctuary, filled with the things that you love, whether for their form or their function. Remove any object that makes you feel anxious, stressed, guilty or uncomfortable. That horrible picture frame you hold on to because it was given to you by a parent, an aunt, or your second cousin once removed? Ditch it. Those books you bought in a moment of inspiration but now sit on your bookshelf mocking you as yet another unfinished task? Donate them to the library. That piece of…
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The Difference Between Organizing and Decluttering
Decluttering is a valuable process that involves clearing out unnecessary items from a given space. This entails carefully identifying items that are no longer needed, wanted, or useful, and making informed decisions on whether to keep, donate, sell, or discard them. The ultimate goal of decluttering is to reduce the overall volume of possessions in order to create a more simple and seamless environment. This often involves letting go of items that may be causing clutter, taking up space, or contributing to a sense of disarray. On the other hand, organizing involves arranging and structuring the items that remain after the decluttering process in a systematic and logical way. This…
