Hello Reader, Feeling overwhelmed by life is almost unavoidable when it feels like the world is a little shaky. Or a lot shaky depending where you live and what you may be experiencing. And, the day-to-day “normal” things can get to you too. Phone notifications Work obligations Fear of uncertainty Family needs To-do lists Email overload Expectations Breaking news Illness Invitations And the list goes on for the things that overwhelm our time and thoughts. Use these 12 reminders for a little...
6 days ago • 1 min read
Weekend Wisdom: Feeling guilty for taking care of yourself is not taking care of yourself. It's not too late to join tomorrow's Paper Declutter Hour! Learn more here. Instead of New Year, New Me this year, I’m going more for New Year, Favorite Me. Because when I’m Favorite Me instead of must improve at all costs me, I trust myself more, smile more and care way less about what other people think or what I “should” be doing. Favorite Me remembers that the more I strive, the less present I am. I...
9 days ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader, Decluttering projects, especially tiny ones will help you create space without getting overwhelmed. Instead of decluttering your entire home or life, start small, one decluttering project at a time. By keeping your decluttering projects tiny, you actually get to finish them. That sense of accomplishment will encourage more decluttering and more simplicity. One decluttering project will inspire you to take on the next, creating more space in your home. 10 Tiny Declutter Projects...
11 days ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader, You know it's time to get rid of paper clutter if you are sick and tired of looking at piles of paper. Or, you have no idea what's in your filing cabinets even though you spent years labeling and filing. Other reasons to declutter paper may include: Not being able to find what you need. The anxiety of someone else going through your paper one day. Feeling overwhelmed with one more thing you have to manage. Keep reading to learn how to get rid of most of your paper. Two questions...
14 days ago • 1 min read
Weekend Wisdom: Hurry is anxiety in motion. Slow down, do less and rest. If you want to declutter your paper piles, join me on Sunday, January 25th for a Paper Declutter Hour! This workshop will help you close the gap between inspiration and action. Instead of just reading about paper decluttering, I will help you actually declutter your paper. Included is a PDF with all of my best paper decluttering tips. And YES, there will be a recording provided. Get all the details right here. AND NOW,...
16 days ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader, We often make decluttering hard instead of choosing to declutter with ease. It's a common problem because our minds come up with so many reasons to hold on to stuff. Even though you are dealing with the things around you, it's the thoughts within you that will make decluttering feel completely overwhelming or easier. Use the following mindset shifts to change the way you think and talk about your clutter. 5 Mindset Shifts to Help You Declutter with Ease xo, Courtney
18 days ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader, You deserve a gentle January. Put your resolutions down, at least for a little while. Turn your attention to slower, softer, more intentional ways to move through January and 2026. For your best health and relationships, it's time to rest more and stress less. Gentle January: 10 Ways to Rest More and Stress Less xo, Courtney
20 days ago • 1 min read
Weekend Wisdom: When decluttering your stuff, hide the stuff you aren’t sure about. See if you even notice it’s gone. Some separation will do wonders in breaking your emotional attachment. Gentle January has been a mix of slow mornings, phone jail, candlelit dinners, creative pursuits and reading good books. This weekend I'm thinking about a sunny hike, a visit to the winter market and a mid-day nap. No resolutions or regrets. AND NOW, ON TO THE FAVORITES Click here to see all of the Weekend...
23 days ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader, When the goal is perfection instead of good enough, anxiety and procrastination often tag along. From shopping to being creative and even choosing a new path in life, the practice of letting things be good enough can help in so many ways. If you struggle with perfectionism or the fear of better options (FOBO), practice letting things be good enough. The underrated joy of letting things be good enough. xo, Courtney
25 days ago • 1 min read