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morning quiet
what do you hear in the morning quiet before the birds wake at dawn a dripping faucet gas powering coffee stir, stir the morning has begun silent sipping lots of thinking loads of work to be done what...
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Buy Nothing Weekends
The fervor of the wintery season is being whipped up before our very eyes. Plans are being made for get-togethers, for gathering around the dinner table, and for some of us shopping and getting ready...
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I need less! A wee collection of simplicity poems…
The poetry of simplicity. I need less!! Words and images curated by Cheryl Magyar
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How to simplify your life in 5 easy steps
Many of us realize an urgent need to simplify, especially on the brink of a quickly approaching new year. We may feel increasingly dissatisfied with our quality of life, whilst feeling left out of...
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When technology breaks down
Technology inspires us every day. In fact we have come to count on it as a constant form of communication and entertainment. It allows us to share ideas without restrained borders and bytes are...
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Simple fingerless mitts – knit your own!
Practical, stylish and perfect for fall or spring, fingerless mitts can be found from the hills of the countryside all the way to the bustling city streets. You can buy them anywhere, but the ones you...
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There is a minimalist in every one of us
We fill our lives with material objects that we want in order to hide the lack of intangible things we really need. Have a deep think about this for a moment. Does it apply to your own life or can you...
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Mastering the Art of Simple Living
A simple life is a beautiful one. We know that first hand, as it is the meaningful life path we choose to live day by day. Our days are spent cooking and crafting, conversing and dreaming about a...
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What’s growing under your feet?
The grass is green, we all know that. Some of us even know that walking barefoot is not only good for the soul, the entire body benefits from such a simple act as grounding. But how much do you really...
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3 Reasons to Leave Empty Space on Your Shelves
We are living in the moment where consumerism and technology keep delivering something new every single day, perhaps even every hour, there is certainly an advert about that thing we must have being...
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Learn the art of ungathering
Undo. Untie. Unwind. Unschool. Ungather. Unclutter. Understanding that we have made mistakes in life is crucial to our survival both in relationships and here on Earth. Everything we do connects us to...
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Where do I find inspiration to live simply
Some days inspiration comes from all directions, other times weeks go by when it does not emerge at all. That is the beauty of life! My life is kept intentionally simple. I don’t like to argue, I...
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Warning signs you need a spending break
You work hard, as most of us do, yet old habits die hard as do old sayings. “Easy come, easy go” is what we hear as youngsters, and what we hear in our youth tends to stick with us throughout our...
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Unclutter your life + giveaway!
There is so much talk these days about clutter. We all have extra stuff and we all know deep in our hearts that we need far less than what we have. Clutter has a way of creeping into our lives – a gift...
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How to become a minimalist
Minimalists have a certain something about them. Full of intrigue and mystery they carry an air of indifference about the consumer culture, they often stand completely on their own. With no weight to...
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How I discovered the beauty of simplicity by not speaking for a week
Today we welcome Veronika from The Elementarist who is sharing her personal story about the challenges – and rewards – of not speaking for a week! I was sitting totally stressed and overworked at my...
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The real truth about simple living
Somewhere the grass is greener, more lush, more dense and more delicious. Animals jump fences just to take a nourishing bite and humans change countries of residence to try out new ways of life. Fences...
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The second real truth about simple living
The real truth about simple living is that it not only matters where you live: in a city, town or countryside, but your success and happiness in living a simple life also depends on your income. We...
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8 easy steps to minimize your life
We all have an innate desire to minimize, to pare down to the essentials, but we aren’t always sure of the steps to take. Truth be told, our consumptuous society and easy-to-please mindset, coupled...
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10 gifts for the minimalist on your list
Minimalists are peculiar people, and I say that in the most welcoming and admiring way. People that live uncommon lives are the ones that have interesting stories to tell. They are the beings who cross...
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