Hello Reader, A mental declutter might not be the first thing you think of when it comes to spring cleaning. While washing the windows might be good for your mental health, these suggestions will help you clean and clear your mind. Start with just one of these recommendations to make a little space, to reset and clear your mind. Then you'll have more clarity about what you may need next. 8 Gentle Ways to Spring Clean Your Mind xo, Courtney
4 days ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader, Even though tips and tricks to help you declutter may add value to your decluttering journey, a mindset shift is what you really need. Use these little notes to help you declutter your home by shifting how you think about holding on and letting go. Use these notes to remember what actually matters to you (and to laugh a little). We need humor and compassion to get through this decluttering process. Decluttering isn’t really about organizing your stuff. It’s about developing a...
6 days ago • 1 min read
Weekend Wisdom: You can remove a significant amount of stress in your life simply by reducing the number of items in your wardrobe. Things are warming up over here and the longer days are inspiring me to plan my spring capsule wardrobe list. I'll be ready to share it with you during the Closet Declutter Hour happening next weekend! If you'd like to lighten up things in your closet, please join me. Unlike other Declutter Hours, I'm offering two sessions for the closet. You are welcome to...
9 days ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader, When I talk about my capsule wardrobe, I'm often asked about how many shirts, pants, shoes and other items I include. If you are curious too, I'm sharing my capsule wardrobe formula in today's article. Decision fatigue can get in the way of letting go of clothes, but this capsule wardrobe formula will help you decide what stays in your closet (and what goes). The Capsule Wardrobe Formula That Makes Getting Dressed So Much Easier. xo, Courtney
11 days ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader, We know we need to practice more self-care but where do we find the time? Believe it or not, many of the self-care practices in the article below only take a few minutes and will help you save time. There's not a "best" form of self-care so experiment and see what works best for you starting with one of today's recommendations. What feels good to you? 8 Self-Care Practices You Actually Have Time For xo, Courtney
13 days ago • 1 min read
Weekend Wisdom: If you don't have time for what matters, stop doing things that don't. This time last year I was watching the sun drop beneath the ocean and I'm craving a little vitamin sea. I'll be near the ocean soon enough but for now I'm turning my attention to early spring simple pleasures. Currently on the list: outside coffee, encouraging my peonies to pop up with some gentle words, windows open, little hikes, and laundry drying outside. Tell me yours! AND NOW, ON TO THE FAVORITES...
16 days ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader, Daily habits are more important than what you do every once in a while. Consistency might be a little boring but it's very effective. Your daily habits can affect your health, your moods and how you experience your life. They are kind of a big deal. Take a look at the suggestions in today's article and start with one or two that you are curious about. Cheers to your de-stressing adventure. 10 Daily Habits To Help You De-stress Life xo, Courtney
18 days ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader, I had a work date with my friend Heidi last week. As we sipped our coffee and caught up on work and non-work things, she said, "I really need to put this down," and pointed to her phone. Reducing screen time and spending less time on our phones and other devices is something we've been craving for a while now. While there are a bunch of little tips and tricks out there, the real secret is simpler than you might think. The Real Secret to Reducing Screen Time (and spending less...
20 days ago • 1 min read
Weekend Wisdom: Instead of drowning in scarcity mindset, simplifying allows you to thrive in a mindset of abundance or enoughness. Less really does become more. This week I came down with my first cold in three years! It's very mild but also I don't like it at all. Not a fan. I am surrounded by tissues, Advil and nose spray. I included a cold-busting soup recipe I might try below. Yes, I'm drinking lots of water and resting. Doesn't it always just come back to that (and time and patience)? I...
23 days ago • 1 min read