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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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4 Best Parts About Becoming a Minimalist
All the critics of minimalism would have you believe we are absolute…
3 Things Even Minimalists Buy on Amazon
As a minimalist, the idea of buying anything, let alone on Amazon,…
Compulsive Decluttering is Not the Goal of Minimalism
The spectrum of possession accumulation ranges from hoarding disorder to compulsive decluttering….
10 Things You Should Buy as a Minimalist
I love the misconception that minimalists don’t or shouldn’t buy anything. In…
Pack for Vacation Like a Minimalist
Are you tired of lugging around too many suitcases on your vacations?…
5 Feelings Minimalism Evokes
The road to minimalism is long and windy. No matter how motivated…
Have a Successful Garage Sale
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Does Minimalism Help with ADHD?
The core principle of minimalism is reducing clutter and eliminating distractions. If…
10 Things You Should Never Buy as a Minimalist
Minimalism is a value system that focuses on what is truly important…
Hacks to Minimize Your Home Office
Working from home has become the norm for many of us in…
21 Different Types of Minimalists
Minimalism is not a one size fits all lifestyle. There are many…
March Minimalist Challenge – complete
You’re here! I’m beyond excited to welcome you to the March Minimalist…
Extreme Minimalism vs. Messy Minimalism
Minimalism is a spectrum. There is a wide range of interpretations of…
Life Lessons Learned From Minimalism
On first glance it might appear that minimalism is about generally decluttering…
Is Your Parent a Hoarder?
Do you think your parent is a hoarder? Hoarding is a disorder…
Beginner Tips for Minimizing
The path to becoming a minimalist is messy. Everyone wants my secret…
3 Ways Stuff Stops You From Living Your Life
An average American has over 300,000 individual items in their home. The…
Is Minimalism Dead?
The beloved tidying queen Marie Kondo has announced she is messy now….
10 Best Cheap Minimalist Products
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Get Your Family Involved in Decluttering
I can’t become a minimalist, I’m a mom. Rarely a day goes…
The Dark Side of Minimalism
Minimalism, like any other lifestyle choice, can have its own set of…
How to Become a Nomadic Family
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How You Can Afford to Travel
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