I’m writing this post today from a place of sadness. I’ve made it no secret that I’ve wanted another baby over the past couple years but it’s just not seeming possible. I actually really want to adopt, but apparently (despite everything I’ve heard) people can’t just adopt a baby. I had no idea. We turned …
The Best Books for Minimalists to Kick Clutter
I don’t know about you, but when I get started with something new I love reading a book on the subject. Thankfully, there’s plenty of books out there when it comes to minimalism. Some offer encouragement and inspiration, while others are practical guides to kicking that extra clutter. Either way, here’s the best books for …
Why 2021 Should be a ‘No Spend Year’
Look, I get it. We’re all rolling into 2021 utterly sick of this darn pandemic and not being able to do anything. I know personally, I’m going completely stir crazy. So it seems insane that 20201 should be a no spend year, especially when restrictions should be easing. Right? Wrong. Why 2021 Should be a …
Will Minimalism go out of Style?
If you’re thinking about embracing minimalism, you might be wondering if minimalism will eventually go out of style? After all, clean white walls and nothing on your bookshelves has to be a passing trend. Right? Well I’m here to answer if minimalism will go out of style, and what might happen if it does. Will …
Basic Tools in a Minimalist Kitchen
I personally love to cook and bake, so it’s important for me to keep a well stocked kitchen. I definitely own a few more items than are on this list, but these are the basic tools in a minimalist kitchen. It’s perfect for someone who’s just starting out, stocking up a new, minimalist (or tiny!) …
How Minimalism Can Help Your Mental Health
I’m someone who suffers from anxiety and depression. That means positive mental health is really important to me, and I do everything in my power to keep my life in support of this. One of the reasons I decided to get started with minimalism in the first place is after discovering just how much minimalism …
How to Think Like a Minimalist
We always talk about how minimalism is a lifestyle change over here at Clutter Free You, which includes shifting how you think. But the actual ‘how to think like a minimalist’ isn’t quite as simple as telling someone to take on a minimalist mindset. New thought patterns and behaviours have to be learned, and repeated, …
21 Books I’m Reading in 2021
As the world ticks over to yet another year, I have once again not accomplished my reading goal. 2020 easily could have been my year, but the pandemic brought on way too little free time and way too much stress to make reading a priority. That changes this year – here’s the 21 books I’m …
Save Money on Your Resolutions
According to Statista saving money tied in the top 3 for most common New Year’s resolutions, no surprise there. It’s probably on your list too if you’re reading this blog but I’m sure it’s not the only thing you want to change about your life. Here’s a list of the most common resolutions and how you …
The Ultimate Guide to Becoming a New You This Year
Every year most of us sit down and try and hash out some New Year’s Resolutions. Mine are usually the same goals year after year. Sound familiar? This year I’m changing for good, which is why I’ve put together this ultimate guide to become a new you this year. Are you going to join me? …
