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Hello Reader, Digital clutter is easy to ignore because it's mostly invisible. That said, without a regular digital decluttering routine, things build up. Digital clutter can cost you time, money and energy! Check out the decluttering tips and the Digital Decluttering Checklist in today's article. A Digital Declutter Checklist to Keep Your Digital Life Simple xo, Courtney
Hello Reader, These capsule wardrobe tips will help you create space and get back to basics. Use them to simplify your closet and streamline your wardrobe. You don't need to buy anything new or let anything go (yet). If you are willing to be curious and experiment a little, you'll be enjoying a capsule wardrobe soon. Check out these helpful tips. 13 Capsule Wardrobe Tips to Help You Simplify Your Closet. xo, Courtney
Weekend Wisdom: Choose priority over balance because when everything matters, nothing does. Is it too soon to think about spring? Even though we haven't much snow, I'm starting to crave longer days, morning coffee in the backyard and warmer outdoor walks. January was a meh reading month which really affected my mood so this month I'm after fun, light reads. There is enough heavy stuff out there so I'm looking for opportunities to create more light. I'd love to hear your recommendations for...
Hello Reader, If you need to stop buying things you don't need, give yourself reminders (little notes) to consider when you are about to make that purchase. It may be enough of a pause to help you stop. Sometimes, especially if you are just going through the motions, or stuck in a pattern of shopping to buy your way out of feeling what you feel, or holding on to things out of guilt, it’s hard to detect the real hold that stuff and shopping have on you. Try these little notes to change your...
Hello Reader, It can be a challenge to find the inspiration you need in a life you are ready to change. Whenever it's time for a change, it helps to surround yourself with the messages and support you need. Whenever I make a big change, I turn to books, blogs and other stories that make me think, "If they can do it, so can I." Read or listen to these books at the beginning of something new or in the messy middle when you feel less inspired to continue. 8 Simplicity Books to Help You Slow...
Weekend Wisdom: Decluttering may feel frivolous when it feels so heavy out there, but creating space and time by letting go of crap that does not matter to you will add some light and clarity. Lately ... I've been calling my senators daily and trying to take a more active roll instead of just fret about what's going on out there. It takes me less than five minutes a day. 5calls.org makes it easy! I also took my first Mahjong lesson and I can't wait to play more. It's so fun. We had a great...
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...
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...
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...
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...