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How to Deal with Unwanted Gifts this Holiday Season

What does the holiday season mean to you? Family time? Travel? Stress? More STUFF coming into your home and life than you know what to do with?

Decision Overwhelm

Have you ever stood in front of a project you want to complete—organizing a room in your home, perhaps—and not known where to start? Maybe you stared at the room for a long time, became overwhelmed at the thought of trying to tidy it up, and then you just shut the door and walked away, feeling defeated and frustrated.

The Power of Simplicity

With all the buzz surrounding minimalism and simple living these days, it’s easy to believe that living simply is as easy as making a few quick decisions and clearing out the clutter in your life in a matter of days.

It’s Ok to Say No

Sometimes I sit down to write something, and then find that someone else can do it better. Such was the case this week, when I wanted to share some thoughts on the importance of saying “no.”

Minimalism and Parenting

Minimalism is more than just a trend or fad—it’s a lifestyle. It’s one that many parents have adopted not only for themselves, but as a way of raising their children.

Move Yourself Forward With Self-Grace

Have you ever found yourself feeling stuck? Maybe there’s something in your life that you want to fix or improve, but you don’t know how or where to even begin.

Is Shopping Getting in Your Way?

In our commercialized society, shopping has become so much more than just purchasing the things we need to survive. For many of us, it’s a means of entertainment, and the “thrill of the hunt” keeps us coming back for more.

Sunk Costs

How many times have you walked past that juicer in your pantry, letting out a heavy sigh and thinking to yourself, “I’ll get around to using that one of these days!”

Little Things that Make a Big Difference

As busy people, we often think in terms of tackling big projects and huge lifestyle changes in one fell swoop. But I have found that big changes in our lifestyle, habits, and behavior are, more often than not, the result of lots of little changes.

Between Homes – How to Have a Stress-Free Move

Moving into a new house brings forth many emotions: excitement, sadness, and often, anxiety. You’re ready to move to a new place, but sad that you’re leaving your current home. With that comes a lot of stress.

A Fresh (and Organized) New Year

It’s a brand new year, and last year was a bit– shall we say– turbulent! This year, let’s take a few steps into being a bit more thoughtful and mindful about our lives and our spaces.

Gift Wrap Organization Done Right

Ahh, the season of giving. No matter what holiday your family celebrates, you just might find yourself wrapping a few gifts this year. I don’t know about you, but it can be a bit overwhelming to manage the gifts that go along with all the different events of the season.