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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?
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MINIMALISM DEEP DIVE
10 Tools to Accelerate Your Minimalist Journey
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Minimalists NEVER Buy This: Common Items to Avoid
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Letting Go of Sentimental Items Without Fear
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Oh Minimalism, How I Love Thee
Minimalism has been a buzzword for several years now, but for me,…
Is Minimalism Good for Kids?
The first reaction of moms is that it’s impossible to be a…
9 Ways to Document Your Minimalism Journey
The path towards minimalism is windy and long. If you’ve decided to…
Get Your Family Involved in Decluttering
I can’t become a minimalist, I’m a mom. Rarely a day goes…
Is Minimalism Dead?
The beloved tidying queen Marie Kondo has announced she is messy now….
The Worst Things Being Said About Minimalists
There’s no such thing as letting people just live their life free…
Why Should I Become a Minimalist?
Minimalism is a lifestyle, an approach to life that can change the…
Extreme Minimalism vs. Messy Minimalism
Minimalism is a spectrum. There is a wide range of interpretations of…
8 Reasons to Start Minimalism With Kids
In today’s fast-paced world, it’s easy to get caught up in the…
Become a Minimalist
Deciding to step outside the cultural norm and become a minimalist is…
8 Ways to Get Un-Busy with Minimalism
In today’s fast-paced world, most of us are constantly seeking ways to…
5 Best Minimalist Birthday Party Ideas for Kids
Minimalist parents get a lot of negative feedback about how their lifestyle…
Use Minimalism to Save Money [7 Tips]
Minimalism is a lifestyle that emphasizes simplicity, purpose, and intentionality in all…
Go from Minimalist to Nomad
Minimalism and nomadism have a lot in common. Six years ago we…
37 Minimalist Christmas Gifts for Kids
Holidays can be a tricky time for minimalist parents. Minimalist Christmas gifts…
The Dark Side of Minimalism
Minimalism, like any other lifestyle choice, can have its own set of…
Perfect Vacation Spots for Minimalists
Much of the appeal towards minimalism is about re-connection to ourselves. One…
4 Best Parts About Becoming a Minimalist
All the critics of minimalism would have you believe we are absolute…
3 Vital Steps to Digital Decluttering
You are reading this on a digital device. On a daily basis…
How to Become a Nomadic Family
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