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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
8 Reasons Why Moms Need Minimalism
Moms need minimalism to lower the stress levels in the house and…
Letting Go of Sentimental Items Without Fear
The vast majority of people I speak with are hesitant to start…
4 Best Parts About Becoming a Minimalist
All the critics of minimalism would have you believe we are absolute…
9 Ways to Document Your Minimalism Journey
The path towards minimalism is windy and long. If you’ve decided to…
37 Minimalist Christmas Gifts for Kids
Holidays can be a tricky time for minimalist parents. Minimalist Christmas gifts…
Launching Messy to Minimalist – Minimalism Online Course
I never thought I’d start an online course business. The only people…
8 Ways to Get Un-Busy with Minimalism
In today’s fast-paced world, most of us are constantly seeking ways to…
75 Celebrity Minimalists Revealed
It’s easy for average people to judge every move celebrities make. They…
7 Tips For Decluttering Your Car
Since your vehicle isn’t part of your living quarters it often gets…
Compulsive Decluttering is Not the Goal of Minimalism
The spectrum of possession accumulation ranges from hoarding disorder to compulsive decluttering….
Create Your Bedroom Oasis with the Best Minimalist Bed Frames
Minimalism extends from mindset to material objects for those practicing the lifestyle….
Top 20 Minimalist Shoes for Kids
Discovering the World of Kids Minimalist Shoes We’re exploring a topic that’s…
6 Reasons Corporations Hate Minimalism
I shudder to think about how much corporations rule our lives. Corporations…
Go from Minimalist to Nomad
Minimalism and nomadism have a lot in common. Six years ago we…
7 Realities of Minimalist Time Management
Minimalism has become a buzzword for the past several years, but it’s…
Extreme Minimalism vs. Messy Minimalism
Minimalism is a spectrum. There is a wide range of interpretations of…
Is Minimalism Good for Kids?
The first reaction of moms is that it’s impossible to be a…
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…
Why Should I Become a Minimalist?
Minimalism is a lifestyle, an approach to life that can change the…
10 Things You Should Buy as a Minimalist
I love the misconception that minimalists don’t or shouldn’t buy anything. In…
Stop Clearing Clutter
Clutter can be overwhelming, draining, and just plain stressful. But what if…

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