Real Life Minimalists: Kendra

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Today, Kendra gives us a glimpse of her version of minimalism: one that includes two children and a lovely renovated house. Surf on over to her blog to read [...]

Real Life Minimalists: Sarah P

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I think you’ll enjoy this story from Sarah P, a law student from Singapore who discovered minimalism while studying abroad. Visit her blog to read more about her travels [...]

Real Life Minimalists Update: Francesca of Tasmanian Minimalist

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This week, we have an update from Francesca of Tasmanian Minimalist, whose original feature appeared in July 2011. She tells us how she strayed from the minimalist path, but [...]

Real Life Minimalists: Bheng

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Today, I’m pleased to feature Bheng, who writes from the Philippines. Her story provides wonderful inspiration for those trying to declutter craft and hobby supplies! Please visit her blog [...]

Real Life Minimalists: Grace

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I was thrilled to receive this story from Grace–she’s already started down the minimalist path, at the tender age of thirteen. What a wonderful example for her peers (and [...]

Real Life Minimalists Update: Caroline McGraw

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This week, I’m happy to share an update from previous Real Life Minimalist Caroline McGraw. We first heard from her in April 2011, while she was a live-in direct [...]

Real Life Minimalists: Susan

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Today we have a wonderful contribution from Susan, who tells us how her 1900-era house led her down the path to minimalism.

Susan writes:

Photo by Susan

This is a story [...]

Real Life Minimalists: Anna

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This week, I’m happy to introduce you to Anna, who tells us (quite beautifully) how minimalism has awakened her to a more mindful, happier life. Please visit her blog [...]

Real Life Minimalists: Sandra

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Today we hear from Sandra in Portugal, who’s just getting started on her minimalist journey. Let’s give her some supporting words and wishes as she joins us in this [...]

The Exquisite Lightness of Being

A few years ago, I was reading Michael Pollan’s The Omnivore’s Dilemma, and came across the most beautiful phrase: “the traveler’s exquisite lightness of being.” It became a sort of personal mantra for me as I whittled down my possessions to a single bag, and traveled throughout Europe and Asia with nothing more than a large [...]