Simple | Mindful | Effective
2020 has been a phenomenal year, in more ways than one. It reminded mankind how utterly transient their idea of normal is. Perhaps we needed this reminder before we traveled further down the rabbit hole. But in the midst of all, we can agree that we did get some valuable 2020 lessons to last us…
We often find ourselves struggling with maintaining focus in our daily lives. It becomes especially difficult during trying times such as the present. With so much going on around us at the moment, getting our focus back to the work at hand can seem quite daunting. However, there are some very effective practices in which…
The origins of the minimalist lifestyle lie in the domain of art and architecture. From the clean lines and minimal construction styles of Japanese buildings of the yore to the more recent modern art movement of the 1950s. Minimalism is just not about owning less. It is more apt to say that it is a…
One of the challenges that many minimalist women face is finding the perfect outfits for various occasions. Practicing minimalism warrants that we make our purchases intentional. At the same time, we may come across situations when we feel that nothing in our closet feels right for the purpose at hand. So, what to do when…
We spend so much time looking for the big adventures in our lives that we forget to savor the little things. But, it serves us well to remember that life is in the small moments. Those mundane regular occurrences that we often overlook actually constitute the simple pleasures of our everyday existence. Appreciating these simple…
The concept of downshifting bears a lot of similarity to simple living. The only little difference is that in this practice, the focus lies on the individual’s life choices and preferences. Overall, it has been practiced and gaining momentum as a way to live a less stressful life- a life that is enough and fulfilling…
A minimalist lifestyle offers us a way to live a fulfilled life with fewer things. People worldwide follow this lifestyle for a plethora of reasons. Some do so to reduce stress in their lives while others simply prefer owning items they absolutely love. As for me, I started practicing minimalism when I relocated halfway across…
Does the idea of a personal uniform seem boring? Wearing pre-decided clothes might not appear fun at first. But, for a moment, consider not having to stand in front of your clothes, racking your brain about what to wear on a particular day. Doesn’t that sound incredible? What if you could save yourself some stress…
How do you actually simplify your life? Does it require austerity and giving up on things you love? When you start or think of starting your simple living journey, the road might seem daunting. However, it doesn’t have to be so. In fact, you can introduce simplicity into your life with some changes and introspection!…
Wondering how you can reduce or altogether stop procrastinating? It may seem to be a Herculean task but doesn’t necessarily have to be. In fact, you can achieve this goal by following some practices and making a few lifestyle changes. I used to be a master procrastinator. During my school days, there were times when…