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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
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Can Minimalism Be Colorful?
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37 Minimalist Christmas Gifts for Kids
Holidays can be a tricky time for minimalist parents. Minimalist Christmas gifts…
Lasting Impact of Minimalism in Japan
In honor of my kids and our two-year journey living in Japan,…
5 Ways Digital Minimalism Reduces Anxiety
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Top 7 Life-Changing Best Books on Decluttering
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3 Ways Stuff Stops You From Living Your Life
An average American has over 300,000 individual items in their home. The…
Go from Minimalist to Nomad
Minimalism and nomadism have a lot in common. Six years ago we…
Life Lessons Learned From Minimalism
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5 Best Minimalist Birthday Party Ideas for Kids
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9 Ways to Document Your Minimalism Journey
The path towards minimalism is windy and long. If you’ve decided to…
4 Best Parts About Becoming a Minimalist
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12 Habits Every Minimalist Follows
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Is Minimalism Good For Your Mental Health?
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10 Tools to Accelerate Your Minimalist Journey
Starting a minimalist journey can be as challenging as it is rewarding….
Get Your Family Involved in Decluttering
I can’t become a minimalist, I’m a mom. Rarely a day goes…
3 Vital Steps to Digital Decluttering
You are reading this on a digital device. On a daily basis…
10 Things You Should Never Buy as a Minimalist
Minimalism is a value system that focuses on what is truly important…
6 Reasons Corporations Hate Minimalism
I shudder to think about how much corporations rule our lives. Corporations…
How to Become a Nomadic Family
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How You Can Afford to Travel
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