Peaceful Home Blog
reduce what you have, love what you got
I smile every single time I look at, or touch, a favourite object because it gives me such joy! I am amazed that there are some items that I derive
resolution or intention?
Well, it’s that time. The time to experience the expectations that come from an old year turning into a new one. The push for individuals to devise resolutions. I can
work smart, not hard
Yes, there are times when I just don’t want to work. This may be because a task is difficult and I want to avoid it. Or sometimes the creative flow
the emotional connection to minimalism
“Why are you a minimalist?” he asks. “Well, essentially it helps me feel closer to truth.” (pause) “Well, okay I want to know more about that but what I meant
can reduced stress lead to less clutter?
I love how seeing clean, clear lines around my home evokes in me a feeling of relaxation. However, how does someone find the time and energy to declutter to achieve
mental clutter – manage with more or enjoy with less?
Wow, the city can be noisy sometimes. I do my best to manage the day-to-day demand on my ears, eyes, mind and soul. Embracing a minimalist philosophy, I already reduce
take your time, do it right
I recently posted a reflection about losing weight. As people ask me about it, I find myself presenting a reoccurring theme about ‘just one thing at a time’. Exercise for
putting thought into function
I like to clean out my closet. I’m not being metaphorical this time. Twice a year I pack up one season of clothing and populate the closet with the next.
clear space to be – part 2
There is nothing like the universe coming together to provide an opportunity. Today, an assignment of mine was suddenly cancelled so my afternoon became free. I’d normally revel in a
clear space to be
I recognize that I like things. Shiny glass, strong wood, textured fabrics. My senses resonate with the things I can look at and feel. (I really hate not being able
paperless – 2
What’s a writer to do? I recently heard a professor tell a classroom full of students that nothing can replace excellent reference books and not to rely on the internet.
paperless
I reject paper as often as I can. My recycling bin is full enough of appropriate packaging but if I can, I try to keep that down to a minimum.