As a minimalist family who resides in a 900 square foot home where my husband works full time and I homeschool our two children, we’ve quickly learned that in order to stay sane and happy in our small space we need to be intentional with the educational supplies we choose to have in it. Certain […] The post 10 Educational Tools that We Frequently Use as a Minimalist Family appeared first on No Sidebar ..read more

Ask someone on their deathbed what they wish they’d done more of in life and you’ll usually get the same answer. “I wish I had traveled more.” Traveling the world is often seen as a right of passage. That thing you do before you begrudgingly join the workforce or settle down with a wife and […] The post Traveling Changed My Life, But It Didn’t Solve My Problems appeared first on No Sidebar ..read more

Have you ever felt overwhelmed by the clutter and chaos that fill your days? You’re not alone. Many of us yearn for a simpler, more organized life. Minimalists like to focus on what’s essential, stripping away the excess to find tranquility and satisfaction. Here are 12 quick minimalist hacks that you can implement in just […] The post 12 5-Minute Minimalist Hacks To Maximize Your Life appeared first on No Sidebar ..read more

Clutter is not just a physical inconvenience; it’s a mental burden, an emotional drain, and a silent thief of time and energy. Understanding the profound impact that simplifying your life can have on your overall well-being, we present to you The 10 Commandments of a Clutter-Free Life. These principles aren’t meant to sound judgemental or […] The post The 10 Commandments of a Clutter-Free Life appeared first on No Sidebar ..read more

I went to an estate sale about ten houses down from me last week. I didn’t know the lady who had lived there, but I can recall seeing her getting her mail, and sweeping off the driveway as I drove by her house over the years. She may have passed away but more than likely, […] The post Maintaining a Minimalist Wardrobe: Live Your Life Like Your Future Self is Watching appeared first on No Sidebar ..read more

Adopting a minimalist approach to life can be transformative if you struggle with a mental health condition. Embracing minimalism can help you declutter, let go of unwanted items, and discover a calmer way of life. However, leaping into minimalism suddenly can feel extreme if you’re used to cluttered bedrooms and busy design choices. Suddenly throwing […] The post Navigating Minimalism: A Guide for Those Struggling with Mental Health appeared first on No Sidebar ..read more

Living a clutter-free life isn’t always about monumental changes. Granted, it is easier to live clutter-free after you have decluttered your home, staying clutter-free is about the small, daily decisions that add up to a consistently tidy home. Living in a clutter-free home requires daily habits. But the more we embrace these habits as routine, […] The post 10 Effortless Things That Clutter-Free People Do Every Day appeared first on No Sidebar ..read more

Did you know that being organized isn’t really about stuff? It’s about the empty space between the stuff called margin. This is also referred to as white space, breathing room, or buffer. No matter the name, margin allows our possessions to move in and out of a space freely and stay organized too.  When I […] The post The Magic of Margin Can Unlock Your Home’s Potential appeared first on No Sidebar ..read more

Before Christmas, I sat in my therapist’s office, fretting about my pre-holiday jitters. Juggling anxiety and the challenges of raising a special needs child with big behaviors tied to routine shifts had me nervous about the extended break from school. We talked about what I could control – my reactions and thoughts. But when prompted […] The post Simplified Self-Care appeared first on No Sidebar ..read more

In a world where the hustle and bustle seem to take precedence, where our schedules dictate more of our lives than our own desires, and where the clamor of commitments drowns out the tranquil voices of serenity and joy, it’s time to take a step back. It’s time to ask ourselves: Is this the life […] The post Embracing the Anti-Frantic Life appeared first on No Sidebar ..read more