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17 September 2019

Female First's top minimalism videos of the week

Here are some of the videos we've enjoyed this week on the topic of minimalism.  Meghan began simplifying her life about a decade ago and in this week's video she ...
16 September 2019

Seven different approaches to minimalism according to the experts

I’ve read most of the books that are on offer on the topic of minimalism and although they all champion living with what you need and love- each approach is ...
14 September 2019

Seven ways minimalism helps with creativity

Minimalism and creativity can go hand in hand if you allow them to- here’s why: Minimalism gives you the space to think: When you aren’t preoccupied with where to put ...
5 September 2019

Seven things you need to know about Swedish Death Cleaning

I’ve just finished reading The Gentle Art of Swedish Death Cleaning by  Margareta Magnusson and thought I would share some of what I learned from the book. What is it? ...
4 September 2019

I tried the 30-Day Minimalism Game and here’s what happened

Having listened to many a podcast by The Minimalists, the 30-Day Minimalism Game has certainly come up a few times, however I’ve never thought to play it because I consider ...
25 August 2019

Seven lists you need in your life if you’re a minimalist

If you are new to minimalism or want to refine your process a little more- lists can be invaluable to keep your home empty but your life full. Here are ...
15 August 2019

Seven ways minimalism helps you to relax

Today is National Relaxation Day and if any lifestyle helps you to relax- it’s minimalism. Here’s why… You have more time for relaxing: It’s a simple equation- the less time you ...
12 July 2019

Seven easy ways to simplify your life

If you are looking to live a simpler life- starting today is the ideal time as it’s National Simplicity Day! Here are our top tips for living a life that ...
7 July 2019

Seven signs you need to minimise your home

You may not think your stuff needs to be reduced- especially if you have lived with a similar amount of things throughout your entire life. You might see your space ...
26 June 2019

Six minimalist beauty hacks

If you are looking to adopt a more minimal beauty routine, here are some top tips to stop you from spending and having more than you need. You are beautiful ...
21 June 2019

Seven ways minimalism helps you to live with more purpose

The minimalist lifestyle has many benefits and one of the most important is that it gives life more purpose- it gives the individual more determination and a sense of resolve- ...
13 June 2019

Seven ways minimalism makes you feel lighter

Minimalism has many benefits and one of them is a sense of lightness, here’s why: You feel lighter for letting go: Although your things aren’t physically on top of you- ...
12 June 2019

Seven things I regret buying now I’m a minimalist

The shift in my lifestyle from what some would call ‘a typical woman in her thirties’ to minimalist means that I have discarded a lot of items I once thought ...
11 June 2019

Seven ways minimalism makes life more beautiful

Today is National Making Life Beautiful Day and one lifestyle that makes you see the true beauty in things is minimalism- here’s why… Minimalism helps you to see the beauty ...
10 June 2019

Seven ways to make your house more minimalistic

When decorating a house in a minimalistic style less is definitely more, but this shouldn’t mean you have to compromise a homely feel. Below are some tips on giving your ...
10 June 2019

Minimalism: Seven things to declutter that aren't things

Minimalism isn’t just about ridding yourself of the physical stuff, it’s also about cleansing yourself of the things within you that are dragging you down too. Bad habits: Think about ...
9 June 2019

Seven reasons why shopping will never make you happy

I am a minimalist now, but it took me a long time to realise that buying stuff wasn’t the answer to making me happy. Some people believe that happiness lies ...
8 June 2019

Seven steps to spending your time more wisely after you’ve minimised

Once your period of decluttering has come to an end and your home is filled with only the things you love and use- you might ask yourself ‘what’s next?’ With ...
7 June 2019

Seven gift ideas for a minimalist

If you are friends with or related to a minimalist and want to get them a gift for their birthday, as a thank you or for the festive period, here ...
6 June 2019

Living Room: Seven things to declutter now

The living room is most likely the place where you spend a lot of time with your family to eat meals, watch TV, talk and hang out. As it’s such ...
5 June 2019

Seven ways to apply minimalism to your food shopping

Minimalism can extend to the food you buy as well as the non-perishable items you own, so here are a few ways you can apply the minimalist mentality in your ...
4 June 2019

Seven misconceptions surrounding minimalism

Minimalists have a reputation and sometimes it’s a little misguided. Here's what I think about the seven most common misconceptions surrounding this lifestyle... All minimalists only wear black, white and ...
3 June 2019

Baby’s bedroom: Seven things to declutter now

If you are not careful, your baby’s room can become overrun with stuff due to all the things you buy, all the stuff other people gift for your baby and ...
2 June 2019

Seven sentimental items that are always hard to discard (and how to get around them)

When it comes to decluttering, there are things you have no connection to at all- items you can discard without a second thought and there are some that pull on ...