simple living

Quick-Start Guide to an Organized, Simplified, Clutter-Free Life

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Now that the lazy days of summer have passed, and autumn has arrived, it is time to get serious about getting organized, being productive and accomplishing goals that may have been put on the back burner. September always feels like the beginning of the year … Read more

Not Buying It: No Buy November

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Snow has arrived in Ontario – although not quite to this extent yet! This time of year, especially given the frigid temperatures we have been having lately, many of us are taking stock of our wardrobes. We are putting away our lightweight clothing and exchanging … Read more

Simple Living Ideas From Zen Habits

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If you are rushing around like a crazy person these days (hmm, surely I am not alone), making endless lists, feeling overwhelmed and stressed, here are some wonderful thoughts to ponder: Zen Habits has posted this article about tossing productivity advice out the window and … Read more

Ikea – Model for Simplicity or Temptation to Clutter??

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Haven’t we all spent countless hours in Ikea, wandering the aisles, wondering if we would ever find an exit? Then, finally emerging, dazed, into the light of day, find ourselves with more purchases than we can fit inside our vehicles? Today, Unclutterer, inspired by the … Read more

How Many Shoes Are Too Many?

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Yesterday I started counting my shoes. I didn’t finish until this morning. Okay, the situation is not quite as bad as that sounds – life intervened in my project – but I discovered I have been in denial about my packrat tendencies when it comes … Read more

The Secret to Keeping Your Home Uncluttered

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Have nothing in your house that you do not know to be useful, or believe to be beautiful. (William Morris) If you want to have a serene, uncluttered space, this is a brilliant mantra to keep in mind when you are thinking about bringing anything … Read more