I mean, if that's not the most random heading then I'm not sure what is, but I am getting a new tattoo, and this is part of my journey to wellness through minimalism and simplifying my life. It has been around 4-5 months since we began this journey. We have purged the wardrobe, got rid… Continue reading Tattoos, minimalism and mental health
3 Ways to Kick Start Journalling
In many ways decluttering your surroundings is much easier than decluttering your mind. Anxiety, stress, depression, PTSD and many other problems can cause your brain to be messy, cluttered and overwhelming. The great thing is, however, journaling can be a great way to find clarity, perspective and to calm a racing mind. The simple task… Continue reading 3 Ways to Kick Start Journalling
Minimalist Capsule Wardrobe
You know the feeling when you open up the wardrobe and everything is messy, falling out and in no order at all? It takes time, which you don't have, to pick out something to wear. Trying on clothes which are too small, too big, or just not quite right. Ending up wearing the same outfits… Continue reading Minimalist Capsule Wardrobe
Why Decluttering Fails
So often our attempts to declutter and minimise can be stopped or never started. It can seem like an ideal which never materialises. The dream to walk through the door after work or the school run. To feel calm not a sense of chaos. To play with the kids without the thoughts of the mess… Continue reading Why Decluttering Fails
Minimalist Home- Decluttering
Minimalist wardrobe ✔ Minimalist kitchen ✔ Minimalist living room ✔ Kids minimalist wardrobe ✔ But I still have too much stuff! Last weekend we had another trip to the tip and to the charity shop. The car was jam-packed full on both trips of stuff we no longer wanted/needed or had broken. Admittedly, a lot… Continue reading Minimalist Home- Decluttering
Joy and Perfectionism
Joy and perfectionism. They are two different entities. Opposites. A twisted vine of lies, shame and sadness. Perfectionism is defined as unachievable unexpections and the inability to be happy unless these high expectations are reached. Perfectionism destroys our happiness. It ravages self-esteem. Encourages bitterness and resentment. It steals our joy. Perfection is unattainable. Growth is… Continue reading Joy and Perfectionism
Mental Illness and Happiness
Joy is not elusive. Irrespective of mental illnesses, Joy is still always present.But how can joy be present, when your illness/disorder is crippling any sense of joy, hope or purpose? When the emptiness feels overwhelming, all-encompassing and eternal? The struggle comes when your mental health is creating a lifestyle which is opposite to a life… Continue reading Mental Illness and Happiness
An Open Letter of Gratitude to Those Who Have Brought Joy to My Motherhood
Happiness in parenthood has come from an amalgamation of people who have brought intense joy to my life. Who have ridden out the sleepless nights, the depression and mental health problems, the sick child and the accident-prone child who doesn't bounce! My joy in parenthood has come from these people. The people who bring the… Continue reading An Open Letter of Gratitude to Those Who Have Brought Joy to My Motherhood
Joy vs Happiness – Are we Chasing the Wrong Thing?
On the whole, we do not distinguish between joy and happiness and think that they are the same thing. However positive psychologists (yes that is a thing!) have found that there is a distinct difference between joy and happiness, and this difference may be a turning point in a quest for joy and happiness. Happiness… Continue reading Joy vs Happiness – Are we Chasing the Wrong Thing?
How Simplifying Relationships Results in Happier Relationships
Expectations. Simplify them. Lower them. Then lower them some more. So often we get caught up in our expectations towards the one whom we love. We have this dream of a spouse who knows us completely, who can mind read, who is perfect and one who doesn't really exist! This is something I have really… Continue reading How Simplifying Relationships Results in Happier Relationships
