Committing to a low buy year in 2022
It was an excruciating process. But it had to be done. Now I had it in front of me in black and white. No more excuses. Something...
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- Oct 10, 2021
- 4 min
Do I really want to be an influencer?
An influencer. The new 'celebrity' of my generation. An entire new industry has been born with social media. The question it, do I...
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- Sep 26, 2021
- 3 min
Life edit - 5 things I won't make time for anymore
Its happening. I'm turning 30 next year. How did that happen?! I'm approaching this milestone with mixed emotions. Mostly, I'm excited...
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- Aug 22, 2021
- 4 min
How your fantasy selves are holding you back - 3 steps to conquer them
It had become a stand off. It was time to make a decision. I'd avoided this for far too long. Finally, I reluctantly handed it over. ...
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- Jun 27, 2021
- 5 min
5 practical tips to keep your capsule wardrobe exciting
One of the biggest concerns I often hear about building a capsule wardrobe, is how do you keep it exciting? Its a valid concern. If your...
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- May 30, 2021
- 4 min
How to buy gifts for an eco-conscious minimalist that they will ACTUALLY appreciate
Holidays can be difficult as a minimalist. During my first year off living minimal, I remember the anxiety as my birthday or Christmas...
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- Mar 23, 2021
- 3 min
How To - Spring clean like a minimalist
Spring is the perfect opportunity to shake things up. The feeling of a fresh season always gets me eager to clean. That, and the fact...
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- Mar 20, 2021
- 4 min
How being brave has led to my dream alternative life - living tiny in the Scottish Highlands
I'm not sure I'd class myself as a brave person. I've never been able to watch horror films. I tried once and ended up having to sleep...
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- Mar 4, 2021
- 3 min
How To - Budget like a minimalist and save money fast
Minimalism means more money. This is a reason in itself to embrace this lifestyle. However, if you are not fully committed to...
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- Feb 26, 2021
- 4 min
Top 8 easy tips on how to live sustainably AND save money
Let me guess what comes to mind when imaging sustainable living. Perhaps this involves exclusively shopping at health food or zero-waste...
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- Feb 21, 2021
- 4 min
Could you survive a digital declutter? My experience with digital minimalism
I didn't even know it was happening. Before the buzz had registered, my hand was reaching for it. By the time I had noticed what had...
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- Jan 18, 2021
- 4 min
4 Unexpected consequences of minimalism - how it's changed my life
What's the first thing you think of when you hear the word minimalist? Perhaps, you envision an exceptionally polished persona, living...
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- Dec 21, 2020
- 4 min
Home-schooled, vegan, minimalist...Why I'm ok being the 'odd one out'
I see it coming. Another confused stare. Then, inevitably, a wariness. Perhaps a sense of resentment creeping in. All I've said is...
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- Dec 7, 2020
- 5 min
My minimal Christmas and 5 sustainable gift ideas
I have a confession to make. I'm not much of a Christmas person. Shocking, I know. I used to be of course. I have fond childhood...
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- Nov 16, 2020
- 5 min
What I've stopped buying and 3 tips to avoid shopping this Black Friday
Its been a shocking process. Minimalism has taught me how little I need. I live very comfortably, yet I have parted with a significant...
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- Nov 6, 2020
- 4 min
How minimalism shaped my style - Tips for creating a capsule wardrobe
Let me tell you the biggest lesson I have learnt. Just because it's cute, doesn't mean you should buy it. Gamechanger. Before...
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