We don’t drift into the life we want. We get there by living with focus—every day.My son and I have been following the NBA playoffs closely this year. Growing up in South Dakota,...

I don’t think I’ve ever seen a list ranking the top values that parents want to pass on to their kids. But I imagine most people would have many of the same values...

Mental health is an important topic of conversation these days—and rightly so. Mental health diagnoses in the U.S. increased by nearly 40% between 2019 and 2023.It’s probably true that more attention to the...

Note: The following article was published in the June 01 issue of Simplify Magazine.Real financial freedom isn’t about affording everything—it’s about realizing you don’t need everything.In 2008, Memorial Day weekend promised beautiful weather—not always...

For over 17 years, I have been writing about minimalism on this blog.During that time, I’ve written over 1,700 articles—sharing stories, principles, and practical tips. I’ve written books that have helped hundreds of...

Seventeen years ago, I discovered minimalism. It took only a simple sentence from my neighbor to forever change my view of material possessions. This is what she said:“That’s why my daughter is a...

Imagine saving hundreds of hours and thousands of dollars each year—just by owning less. These 20 stats show how.Most people I know want more time and money. In most cases, I can see...

“Rituals are the formulas by which harmony is restored.” ~Terry Tempest Williams Life doesn’t come with an instruction manual. One day, it’s a relationship you thought would last. Another, it’s a career path that suddenly...