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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
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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
Oh Minimalism, How I Love Thee
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How Come All Minimalists Talk About is Minimalism?
Straightaway, I bow my head in shame. I am one hundred percent…
Go from Minimalist to Nomad
Minimalism and nomadism have a lot in common. Six years ago we…
4 Best Parts About Becoming a Minimalist
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Have a Successful Garage Sale
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Beginner Tips for Minimizing
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Lasting Impact of Minimalism in Japan
In honor of my kids and our two-year journey living in Japan,…
5 Feelings Minimalism Evokes
The road to minimalism is long and windy. No matter how motivated…
10 Reasons to Avoid Minimalism
Anything in life worth doing has loud people on the other side…
Get Your Family Involved in Decluttering
I can’t become a minimalist, I’m a mom. Rarely a day goes…
5 Minimalism for Moms Tricks
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5 Best Minimalist Birthday Party Ideas for Kids
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51 Best Minimalist Shoes for Women [2023]
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37 Minimalist Christmas Gifts for Kids
Holidays can be a tricky time for minimalist parents. Minimalist Christmas gifts…
Is Your Parent a Hoarder?
Do you think your parent is a hoarder? Hoarding is a disorder…
Launching Messy to Minimalist – Minimalism Online Course
I never thought I’d start an online course business. The only people…
3 Things Even Minimalists Buy on Amazon
As a minimalist, the idea of buying anything, let alone on Amazon,…
Letting Go of Sentimental Items Without Fear
The vast majority of people I speak with are hesitant to start…
11 Essentials of a Minimalist Budget
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You’ve Made it! You’re a Minimalist
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Become a Minimalist
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How to Become a Nomadic Family
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How You Can Afford to Travel
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