Our world tends to focus on external measures of success. I suppose this makes sense, those are the things we see every day.A quick scan of almost any self-help bookshelf will reveal this...

“You only live once, but if you do it right, once is enough.” ― Mae WestThere is more joy to be found in pursuing less than we can ever find pursuing more. Deep down,...

Thank you for being part of the Becoming Minimalist Community.I’m writing today to let you know about something new I am starting.It is not directly tied to minimalism, but it comes from me....

“We have to bear our own toxicity. Only by facing our own shadows can we eventually become more light. Yes, you are kind. But you’re also cruel. You are thoughtful. But you’re also selfish....

Growing old gratefully. Yes, you read that right. Gratefully. Why on earth would I be grateful for getting older, less youthful, and more wrinkly with every passing year?? I hear you cry. Let...

“Without realizing it, the individual composes his life according to the laws of beauty, even in times of greatest distress.” ~Milan Kundera When my father received a terminal cancer diagnosis, I went through a...

“We need to learn how to navigate our minds, both the good and the bad, the light and the dark, so that ultimately, we can create acceptance and open our arms and come...

This is not your usual piece about gratitude. I am sure you’re familiar with all the benefits of having a regular gratitude practice. Chances are you, as a reader of this blog, have a gratitude...