It’s not a matter of “if” there will be another financial recession, it’s at matter of “when” it will happen. And as we recently just set the record for the longest stock market run up since the end of World War 2, it’s a good time to stop and reflect on whether or not you […]
The Throw-Away Culture
Throughout human civilizations, one common thread in the production of items was always clear – things were built to last. No matter what your profession was, when you created an item, you aimed to provide the highest quality product that will survive the test of time. Clothing, weaponry, cookware, furniture… everything… all built to last. […]
10 Things That Make Your Life Less Simple
Simplifying your life is often not about adding “simple” things to your life, but more about removing things that make life less simple. Things, behaviors, emotions, etc., that make it harder for you to live a life with less needs. So if you are trying to embrace a simple life, here is my list of […]
Purchasing Your Life Back
When was the last time you thought about a purchase in terms of cost of your life, instead of money? Our digital banking world has completely removed us from the connection between earning our money and spending our money. We get our paychecks deposited, then we dwindle away the dollars via swiping our cards, clicking […]
Simple Living is About Control
Simple living seems to attract people who seek control in their lives. This at first seems strange, as why would somebody who is perhaps anxious, or a control freak, naturally gravitate towards a life philosophy that seems lofty and “free loving”? But when you think about it though, simple living is really all about control. […]
My Top 5 Favorite Simple Living Books
There are lots of great books, across many topics that apply to simple living. And while I could create a long list of relevant titles, I think that would do a disservice, as we try to keep things simple around here. The top five simple living books that I highlighted below are all chosen based on their […]
No More Rewards Cards
It makes sense to be loyal to your family and friends. These are important people in your life that deserve your trust and attention. But what about a grocery store? A clothing brand? Or Amazon? Loyalty cards, or rewards cards, sound good in theory. You can shop at the same store and overtime build up […]
Less, But Better
The goal of a simple living lifestyle is not to live less of a life. Far from that. It’s to live your best life. As a philosophy that encourages “less, but better”, simple living makes room in your life for what is truly important for you. It’s about finding what you value in life, and spending more […]
How To Simplify Your Possessions
Do you own your possessions, or do your possessions own you? The “stuff” in your life is one of the most outward signs of how simple your life is. Living in a home full of clutter illustrates that the state of your life is “not simple.” And vice-versa, a clean home or office can create […]
The Best Simple Living Products
As the savvy consumer you are, you probably actively seek out simple living, minimalist, and earth friendly products. Now that I’ve been writing on this topic for so long, I consider myself a bit of an expert on simple living and green products. Today I’m writing this post to share with you the best simple […]