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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
8 Minimalist Wallets for the Men in Your Life
Humans have a tendency to fill any spaces available to them. If…
Can Minimalism Be Colorful?
Minimalism is often associated with neutral colors like white, beige, and gray….
Beginner Tips for Minimizing
The path to becoming a minimalist is messy. Everyone wants my secret…
Compulsive Decluttering is Not the Goal of Minimalism
The spectrum of possession accumulation ranges from hoarding disorder to compulsive decluttering….
6 Warning Signs Your Loved One is a Hoarder
It’s not uncommon to call someone a hoarder as a figure of…
11 Essentials of a Minimalist Budget
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Life Lessons Learned From Minimalism
On first glance it might appear that minimalism is about generally decluttering…
Is Minimalism Dead?
The beloved tidying queen Marie Kondo has announced she is messy now….
5 Feelings Minimalism Evokes
The road to minimalism is long and windy. No matter how motivated…
6 Reasons Corporations Hate Minimalism
I shudder to think about how much corporations rule our lives. Corporations…
So You Want to Be a Minimalist?
I know I paint the minimalist life as all sunshine and roses….
I Can’t Be a Minimalist
Anytime I tell someone I’m a minimalist they feel the need to…
Go from Minimalist to Nomad
Minimalism and nomadism have a lot in common. Six years ago we…
Minimizing Sentimental Items
By far, the most difficult part of becoming a minimalist is minimizing…
9 Ways to Document Your Minimalism Journey
The path towards minimalism is windy and long. If you’ve decided to…
10 Best Cheap Minimalist Products
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Perfect Vacation Spots for Minimalists
Much of the appeal towards minimalism is about re-connection to ourselves. One…
Letting Go of Sentimental Items Without Fear
The vast majority of people I speak with are hesitant to start…
Why Should I Become a Minimalist?
Minimalism is a lifestyle, an approach to life that can change the…
Minimalist To Do List Printable
Minimalism is a lifestyle that focuses on eliminating distractions so you can…
6 Ways Minimalism Can Create Income
Shift your focus from societal expectations to what is important to you…
10 Tools to Accelerate Your Minimalist Journey
Starting a minimalist journey can be as challenging as it is rewarding….
How to Become a Nomadic Family
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How You Can Afford to Travel
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