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Who’s Veronica?
Hi, I’m Veronica,
your friendly ex-“American dream” addict. I swapped predictability for passion, possessions for experiences, and ‘No, I can’t’ for ‘Yes, I will.’
Together, let’s discover the uncharted maps of our lives. Are you ready to stop the rat race and start truly living?
MESSY TO MINIMALIST
E-COURSE
Are you drowning in clutter, both physical and mental? This course isn’t just about tidying up, it’s about clearing out the chaos to hear your heart.
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MINIMALISM DEEP DIVE
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It’s not uncommon to call someone a hoarder as a figure of…
7 Realities of Minimalist Time Management
Minimalism has become a buzzword for the past several years, but it’s…
Get Your Family Involved in Decluttering
I can’t become a minimalist, I’m a mom. Rarely a day goes…
Top 7 Life-Changing Best Books on Decluttering
Your journey towards a minimalist home begins with inspiration. You will find…
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12 Habits Every Minimalist Follows
Minimalists come in so many shapes and forms. There are no hard…
4 Best Parts About Becoming a Minimalist
All the critics of minimalism would have you believe we are absolute…
17 Things Making Your House Look Cluttered
You’ve cleaned your house. You have spent your nights and weekends organizing…
Is Minimalism Dead?
The beloved tidying queen Marie Kondo has announced she is messy now….
Start Minimalism Without Money
Minimalism has become increasingly popular in recent years, and it’s not just…
Lasting Impact of Minimalism in Japan
In honor of my kids and our two-year journey living in Japan,…
Minimalist Capsule Wardrobe 101
One minimalism trend that many people are finding beneficial is the “capsule…
6 Ways Minimalism Can Create Income
Shift your focus from societal expectations to what is important to you…
Minimalists NEVER Buy This: Common Items to Avoid
Minimalism is all about living with less and focusing on what truly…
Minimizing Sentimental Items
By far, the most difficult part of becoming a minimalist is minimizing…
Is Minimalism Good for Kids?
The first reaction of moms is that it’s impossible to be a…
Go from Minimalist to Nomad
Minimalism and nomadism have a lot in common. Six years ago we…
Perfect Vacation Spots for Minimalists
Much of the appeal towards minimalism is about re-connection to ourselves. One…
The Worst Things Being Said About Minimalists
There’s no such thing as letting people just live their life free…
8 Ways to Get Un-Busy with Minimalism
In today’s fast-paced world, most of us are constantly seeking ways to…
Launching Messy to Minimalist – Minimalism Online Course
I never thought I’d start an online course business. The only people…
Hacks to Minimize Your Home Office
Working from home has become the norm for many of us in…

How to Become a Nomadic Family
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