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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.
Say ‘YES’ to less mess and more meaning.
MINIMALISM DEEP DIVE
Stop Clearing Clutter
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Have a Successful Garage Sale
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Minimizing Sentimental Items
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3 Vital Steps to Digital Decluttering
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10 Things You Should Buy as a Minimalist
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17 Things Making Your House Look Cluttered
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5 Feelings Minimalism Evokes
The road to minimalism is long and windy. No matter how motivated…
DO NOT Attempt Minimalism Until You Know These Harsh Truths
I love minimalism. Though, as much as I love minimalism, I want…
Oh Minimalism, How I Love Thee
Minimalism has been a buzzword for several years now, but for me,…
Can Boomers Become Minimalists?
Boomers get a borderline comical reputation for holding onto possessions. Children of…
3 Habits You Will Drop Once You Become a Minimalist
Minimalism offers a simpler and more fulfilling way of life. Shift towards…
8 Reasons to Start Minimalism With Kids
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Go from Minimalist to Nomad
Minimalism and nomadism have a lot in common. Six years ago we…
Is Minimalism Good For Your Mental Health?
Minimalism is a lifestyle choice that can have a significant impact on…
Compulsive Decluttering is Not the Goal of Minimalism
The spectrum of possession accumulation ranges from hoarding disorder to compulsive decluttering….
Hacks to Minimize Your Home Office
Working from home has become the norm for many of us in…
10 Reasons to Avoid Minimalism
Anything in life worth doing has loud people on the other side…
6 Warning Signs Your Loved One is a Hoarder
It’s not uncommon to call someone a hoarder as a figure of…
So You Want to Be a Minimalist?
I know I paint the minimalist life as all sunshine and roses….
Why Should I Become a Minimalist?
Minimalism is a lifestyle, an approach to life that can change the…
12 Habits Every Minimalist Follows
Minimalists come in so many shapes and forms. There are no hard…
Is Minimalism Good?
Existential questions about the minimalist lifestyle really require a conversation nobody ever…

How to Become a Nomadic Family
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