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Who’s Veronica?
Hi, I’m Veronica,
your friendly ex-“American dream” addict. I swapped predictability for passion, possessions for experiences, and ‘No, I can’t’ for ‘Yes, I will.’
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MINIMALISM DEEP DIVE
Foreign Concepts That Align With Minimalism
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Minimizing Sentimental Items
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5 Best Minimalist Birthday Party Ideas for Kids
Minimalist parents get a lot of negative feedback about how their lifestyle…
You’ve Made it! You’re a Minimalist
Congratulations on taking the leap and adopting a minimalist lifestyle! Embracing minimalism…
8 Reasons Why Moms Need Minimalism
Moms need minimalism to lower the stress levels in the house and…
6 Reasons Corporations Hate Minimalism
I shudder to think about how much corporations rule our lives. Corporations…
10 Best Cheap Minimalist Products
When people take my Messy to Minimalist e-course they always side eye…
37 Minimalist Christmas Gifts for Kids
Holidays can be a tricky time for minimalist parents. Minimalist Christmas gifts…
6 Warning Signs Your Loved One is a Hoarder
It’s not uncommon to call someone a hoarder as a figure of…
Are Minimalists Happier?
Exploring the Connection Between Minimalism and Happiness Corporations sure as hell don’t…
Extreme Minimalism vs. Messy Minimalism
Minimalism is a spectrum. There is a wide range of interpretations of…
Life Lessons Learned From Minimalism
On first glance it might appear that minimalism is about generally decluttering…
Beginner Tips for Minimizing
The path to becoming a minimalist is messy. Everyone wants my secret…
Top 7 Life-Changing Best Books on Decluttering
Your journey towards a minimalist home begins with inspiration. You will find…
Is Minimalism Good For Your Mental Health?
Minimalism is a lifestyle choice that can have a significant impact on…
8 Minimalist Wallets for the Men in Your Life
Humans have a tendency to fill any spaces available to them. If…
Perfect Vacation Spots for Minimalists
Much of the appeal towards minimalism is about re-connection to ourselves. One…
Can Boomers Become Minimalists?
Boomers get a borderline comical reputation for holding onto possessions. Children of…
The Dark Side of Minimalism
Minimalism, like any other lifestyle choice, can have its own set of…
Hacks to Minimize Your Home Office
Working from home has become the norm for many of us in…
Go from Minimalist to Nomad
Minimalism and nomadism have a lot in common. Six years ago we…
So You Want to Be a Minimalist?
I know I paint the minimalist life as all sunshine and roses….
How to Become a Nomadic Family
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