Our brains naturally rebel. We all know this from experience, and it starts from childhood, certainly noticeable through the teen years, but also prevalent as adults. And often we rebel against ourselves. (If you prefer video, scroll to the bottom of this post.) As examples: I’m sure you can insert many examples of rebelling against…
Intentional Living & Burnout Recovery
I’ve mentioned often that I’m in burnout recovery. Since being basically non-functioning at the end of 2021, meaning literally spending most of my time in bed and only doing what was absolutely necessary and routine, I’ve been in recovery mode for the last year and bit. (If you prefer video, scroll to the bottom of…
Intentional Self-Care
For the next six-ish weeks I’ll be taking on the topic of intentional self-care. Self-care is a hot topic nowadays and I’m going to be talking about some very specific themes that I hope inspire you to make some simple changes in your life for the better. I’m taking on a fresh look at self-care…
Purses
Today’s challenge and the final challenge in this month-long March Micro-Minimizing event, is a double assessment. (If you prefer video, scroll to the bottom of this post.) Starting with project one: Have your keep and donation areas ready. Do you have a collection of purses/wallets/backpacks/tote bags, etc.? When was the last time you assessed how…
Room Decor
Home décor can serve many purposes. Some people like to have décor that makes their home look like a staged show home, others have very personal sentimental décor. My husband and I fall into the latter group. Our ornaments and artwork definitely speaks to our travels and experiences together. (If you prefer video, scroll to…
Small Kitchen Appliances
It’s so easy to get sucked-in to convenience and manufacturers are experts are making us think we need things, and the kitchen is a place we all look for the promise of quick easy solutions. And those manufacturers deliver. And then after a bit of time, the novelty wears off and we end up with…
Cookbooks
Over the decades my cookbook preferences have made large shifts that showed growth and change in our eating habits. Early on when I was learning to cook I relied heavily on Company’s Coming series of cookbooks. About 15 years ago I shifted to much healthier options as I discovered detoxing and raw vegan diets. Although,…
School & College Keepsakes
Do you have boxes in your storage of school and/or college memorabilia? (If you prefer video, scroll to the bottom of this post.) Without opening a box, can you state what’s inside the box(es)? Items from our school days remind us of our youth. You become a teenager in high school again, you remember your…
Candles & Other Smelly Things
Did you know that not all candles are created equal? It’s important to not only declutter items from our home, but to also declutter toxins from our home environment. Today is a double whammy as we look at candles and other smelly things. (If you prefer video, scroll to the bottom of this post.) There…
Old Paint
Do you have cans of house paint in your basement? It’s time to go through those old cans and see which colours are even still relevant for your home. (If you prefer video, scroll to the bottom of this post.) Questions to ask yourself: For cans that no longer serve a purpose for you, it’s…