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Living Simply In A Chaotic World
This week’s post from me may feel like it’s all over the place. That’s because I’m feeling all over the place lately. I never in a million years expected what we as a society are experiencing right now and to be honest, it’s a bit scary. At least it’s scary…
[Video] Adventures With Minimalism & Happiness
TedxTalks always has great presentations, but this one may be one of my favorites. “Since graduating from UofM, creative Marty has been living life as a filmmaker and traveler. His short films, music videos and commercials have taken him all over the world.” In this video, Marty shares how living…
How To Live Minimally – You Are Not Your Stuff
Are you working to clear your living space room by room but finding it difficult to part with the some items? We want to tell you that you are not the only one that has experienced this difficulty. Many times I still have this exact conversation with myself when I…
Minimalist Interior Decor Does NOT Mean Boring – 5 Tips For Livening Up A Space
I have heard more times than I care to count that my home does not “look minimalist” because it is colorful and decorated – they usually tell me how uncluttered the space is in the same breath. Fact is, minimalist interior decor does not need to be boring in order…
Tiny Segment: Interview with Ruth Wagner – 260 Sq Ft Cabin Living
Today’s interview is with the wonderful Ruth Wagner about her tiny home. Ruth ventured into the woods and never wanted to leave! Now she’s enjoying a 260 sq ft cabin in the woods, and I have to say I’m in love! Read on to learn more! Aly: What is your sq. ft.?…
How to minimize your mailbox.
Whew! When I opened my mailbox Tuesday after the holiday, I was literally stunned by the amount of crap in there and the fact that there were zero bills. Why? Because most of my bills are sent electronically to me. There are two that I do receive hard copies of…
MIS Kindness Experiment – Get A Free Copy of the 30 Day Challenge Book
We’re giving away a few free copies of the MIS 30 Day Challenge book (the actual printed book), but there’s a catch. The winners of the books do not get to keep them, instead we’re conducting an experiment. We want to help as many people as possible, and we know…
Tiny Segment: Interview with Amy Randolph – Building A 160 Sq Ft Tiny House on Wheels
Today’s interview is with Amy Randolph, who is currently in the process of building a 160 sq ft tiny house on wheels! Amy has been downsizing and preparing herself for tiny house living for 3 years! Now she is just months away from being able to fully move into her new…
Minimalist Decor: Minimalism In The Kids Room
Minimalism In The Kids Room Our Minimalist Decor series features a different room, posted once a month. Today we’re focusing on minimalism in the kids room! Kids rooms are notorious becoming glorified toy rooms, stuffed to the max with stuffed teddy bears, but not these spaces! Adorable, organized, and pretty…
The American Nightmare
White picket fence, 2500 sq ft house, $100k annual salary, big family, huge backyard, and the latest and greatest gadgets. Sounds like a dream come true – right? Nope. This image is engraved into us from the time we’re just babies. I can recall vividly the television shows I watched…
