One of the most common discussions I see in the simple living and minimalism communities is the debate on whether or not it’s okay to buy nice stuff. Can you be somebody who is living simply, and still own nice stuff? It’s a complicated topic no doubt. There is a fine line between enjoying a few […]
Chasing Everything, Catching Nothing
There is a common theme amongst driven people. It’s that we are in search of something bigger and better at all times. As we accomplish one goal, we move onto the next. We never stop to appreciate how far we’ve come. We just look at little further down the road for what is next. The […]
The Problem-to-Solution Ratio
You might know somebody that seems to always be having problems. In fact, you probably know a few people like that. Friends, family, co-workers, or maybe even yourself! An interesting number to track, if we could, would be a person’s problem-to-solution ratio. With every problem they complain about, how many of them do they find […]
Going Without To Better Yourself
What would life be like without your smartphone? Without money to buy clothes? Without your vices, like alcohol, sugary foods, or the internet? The stoic philosopher Seneca advocated for the idea of “practicing poverty” and living life without luxuries from time to time. “Set aside a certain number of days, during which you shall be […]
5 Benefits of Doing a Monthly Budget
Are you part of the nearly 70% of people that don’t do a monthly budget? Throughout my early 20s, I was part of that majority statistic and held the belief that a budget is “not necessary”, as I already “make sure I don’t spend too much.” Which in theory was true… I always maintained a […]
7 Practices To Implement In Your Life
The habits and mindsets that you practice on a daily basis are the foundation for how you live your life. As the clock strikes midnight on December 31st, a new year begins. While the passing of time is always in motion, the start of a new year marks a special time for you to reflect […]
A Simple Bedroom
Every room in your home should serve a purpose. Your kitchen is for making food and entertaining. Your bathroom is for taking care of personal hygiene. Your garage is for storage. And your bedroom? For many people, their bedroom is for: Watching TV Getting Okay Sleep Using Their Smartphone Late Into The Night Occasional Intimacy Sound […]
Where All Your Money Is Going
Have you every asked yourself, “Where did all my money go?” I still remember the first time I received my end of year W2 tax form, which lists your total income and tax withholdings for the year, after starting my real job. Right there at the top was the gross income – $35,000. BIG MONEY! […]
Politics and The Art of Wishing for Somebody Else’s Failure
I have political views. In fact, I have pretty strong political views. More likely than not, me and you share some viewpoints, and disagree on others. This is true in politics, and in other things in life as well. But what’s almost completely unique to politics, is how it brings about one of the worst […]
Keeping Life Simple During The Holidays
The holidays are a time that we should be enjoying the simple things in life: family, friends, and expressions of gratitude. Is that true for you? Unfortunately, for many people, the holidays have turned into an emotional and financial monster. Lots of travel, family stress, and over-extending your budget. A recipe for a not-so-simple holiday […]