Minimalism

I love the word “Minimalism”!

Once one lives a life of less- of simplicity and peace, it is very difficult to return to the other side. I want this for you!

I’ve spent most of my life collecting way too many things and being quite the opposite of a minimalist.  I feel fortunate to know both sides of these worlds.  

My journey to less started slowly.  I spent a great deal of time seeing and knowing my lifestyle was too cluttered, crowded and unnecessarily weighed down.  There was a deep desire to change my habits and home, but I continuously took the wrong approach.

I’ve always loved organizing.  I wound literally organize racks of underwear at department stores while I waited for my mother and sisters to try on clothes and check out.  It has always been so satisfying to me to see things in neat lines- sorted by color, shape and size.  So, this is where I began.  I would empty cluttered bathroom drawers and cabinets and take to organizing.  I would often buy drawer dividers and beautiful boxes to keep things neat.  I loved the process, but unfortunately found things always returned to the messy state they began in.  Talk about frustrating!

I finally came around to the idea of minimalism and it has truly changed my life.  This isn’t something you need to fully take on all at once, let’s slowly get you there together:  Today, picture one small space in your home or apartment that has been bothering you and visualize it was less.  This might be your packed fridge or pantry.  Your stuffed closest or drawers.  My favorite starting place is the bathroom- it’s always been my place of refuge.  Where I can spend a few moments with a candle burning, applying soft lotion, taking a warm bath and reading an interesting article.  

I hope you have a comforting place in your home- let’s take a moment to picture this sweet space with only the things you love in it.