Category Archives: Minimalist Lifestyle
-
Taking Simplicity One Step Further
Posted on July 22, 2011 by Dawn Michelle in DeclutterMinimalism can seem so ridiculous sometimes if you don’t understand the true benefits. It has nothing to do with how much money you do or don’t have, although many are finding financial freedom from taking on a new life philosophy of minimalist living. My new minimalist goal is to be able to move into our next apartment with less furniture and easily unpack books, cosmetics, clothing, [...]
No Comments. Continue Reading... -
Free Up Space For Beauty & Abundance
Posted on June 10, 2011 by Dawn Michelle in Declutter, Minimalist Lifestyle, MoneyI had a very stressful day on Wednesday and found myself watching Clean House that evening. I had to do some thing to keep myself from even thinking of retail therapy, so Clean House and working on Artistic Beauty, my Etsy store, was the perfect solution. Even after all this work I’ve been doing to [...]
No Comments. Continue Reading... -
Artistic Minimalism and Fashion
Posted on June 3, 2011 by Dawn Michelle in Declutter, StyleChic Minimalism For Your Wardrobe was one of the very first articles I wrote on this blog, and to this day my #1 post. I am always looking for a way to free myself from the norm, express myself creatively, and feel beautiful and at peace with myself in the process. I’m not exactly sure why my wardrobe is such a [...]
6 Comments. Continue Reading... -
Simple Living and Tiny Homes
Posted on May 6, 2011 by Dawn Michelle in Decor, Minimalist LifestyleIn a time where we are told that bigger is better and more is the way to go, there is a minimalist movement in motion believing otherwise. I’ve been looking at tiny homes and especially modular housing for quite sometime. Tiny homes take simple living to the highest level and many look to having a smaller lifestyle for greater [...]
2 Comments. Continue Reading... -
OMG! $20,000 in Debt Down to $770
Posted on April 12, 2011 by Dawn Michelle in Declutter, Minimalist Lifestyle, MoneyIn My Minimalist Update I spoke of having payed down $15,000 in debt as one of my biggest minimalist lifestyle accomplishments. Before writing this article I went back to my credit card and bank statements for accurate details to share with you on how I did it and what I did. To my surprise I discovered [...]
13 Comments. Continue Reading... -
My Minimalist Update
Posted on April 8, 2011 by Dawn Michelle in Inspirations, Minimalist LifestyleCreating a minimalist lifestyle has meant so much more to me than just decluttering. I continue to declutter weekly and am actually enjoying the process, or at least the results. I have learned a lot about my personal consumer habits and instead of spending money on things, I’ve began investing in my dance training. I do buy [...]
2 Comments. Continue Reading... -
It’s Been A Busy Week!
Posted on April 7, 2011 by Dawn Michelle in Minimalist LifestyleI’ve been slightly upside down this week yet I’m still smiling and laughing so no worries. Tomorrow I’ll share my most recent minimalist update. Until then feel free to look around and check out previous articles. Have a beautiful day! Dawn Michelle Minimalism and Dreams Please Read Labels! Minimalist Home Transformation TV Takes Up Too Much Time! Follow [...]
No Comments. Continue Reading... -
When To Say “When”
Posted on April 1, 2011 by Dawn Michelle in Minimalist LifestyleDuring my minimalist journey I’ve made conscious decisions on purchases, purged a ton of random possessions, created a more minimal yet fashionable wardrobe, and simplified my beauty routine. One thing that I’m still trying to figure out is how to deal with balancing the responsibilities I have teaching dance and doing dance studio admin work, completing tasks that I’ve created [...]
No Comments. Continue Reading... -
Not Enough Closet Space Or Way Too Much Stuff?
Posted on March 18, 2011 by Dawn Michelle in Declutter, Minimalist LifestyleHere is something that I’ve been thinking about as I’ve cleared out so much stuff over the past 15 months. I still have two small bins of things that I just can’t seem to get rid of, not to mention more books than I’ll ever read, and a few things in my tiny storage closet that I [...]
No Comments. Continue Reading... -
Tea and Friends
Posted on March 16, 2011 by Dawn Michelle in Decor, My Sweet HomeI had no idea that a ladies tea party would be such a wonderful theme to get amazing friends together. In Consumerism, Ikea, and Tea Cups I share my overwhelming experience shopping for tea cups just for the party. Although a bit excessive to purchase 18 stackable tea cups, they worked out perfectly as I had about 15 guests. I am very content having them now since [...]
No Comments. Continue Reading... -
Stay Tuned…
Posted on March 15, 2011 by Dawn Michelle in Minimalist LifestyleMy tea party was such a major success that I’m sure it will become a monthly event. I will let you know all about it by the evening or tomorrow at the latest. In the meantime, check out a few articles that you may not have seen yet. Have a beautiful day!! Peace and Sunshine, Dawn Michelle Spring Cleaning [...]
1 Comment. Continue Reading... -
Priceless Experiences
Posted on March 11, 2011 by Dawn Michelle in Minimalist LifestyleI wasn’t sure what I was going to write about for today’s blog, especially after hearing about the devastation in Japan from the earthquakes and the tsunami. I know that when there is trauma in the world a new perspective of what’s really important in life comes over people. My hope is that these insights stay with [...]
1 Comment. Continue Reading... -
Consumerism, Ikea, and Tea Cups
Posted on March 8, 2011 by Dawn Michelle in Minimalist LifestyleThis past weekend I went to Ikea to purchase tea cups for a tea party I’m hosting. I figured since my husband and I seem to be breaking almost all the glasses we have, owning ceramic mugs may do us some good. I haven’t been to Ikea in a few years. Now that I’ve become conscious [...]
3 Comments. Continue Reading... -
Minimalism and Dreams
Posted on February 22, 2011 by Dawn Michelle in Inspirations, Minimalist LifestyleI was recently asked how minimalism has changed my life. Creating a minimalist lifestyle has allowed me to refocus on my true heart’s desire. As I have relieved myself of clutter, I’ve also had more mental and emotional space to concentrate on my deepest desires versus my previous distractions that once consumed me. I used [...]
2 Comments. Continue Reading... -
Forever Fashionable Through Minimalism
Posted on February 19, 2011 by Dawn Michelle in Declutter, Minimalist Lifestyle, StyleWith styles changing constantly, clearing out wardrobe clutter can make you feel nervous. If you’re not sure what to keep and what to get rid of you should definitely read Chic Minimalism For Your Wardrobe. If you’re wondering what items to invest in, that’s exactly what I’m about to tell you. The most eco-friendly way to [...]
No Comments. Continue Reading... -
The Story of Stuff
Posted on February 11, 2011 by Dawn Michelle in Minimalist LifestyleThe Story of Stuff Project is one of the best multimedia explanations of why minimalism is so important, and how consumerism has mindlessly taken over many Americans. Each video created and hosted by Annie Leonard is worth taking the time to watch completely. Please share your comments below! Minimalist Packing For Simple Traveling Creating A Minimalist Lifestyle DIY Gentle Exfoliating Mask: [...]
No Comments. Continue Reading... -
My Best Mornings Begin With…
Posted on February 4, 2011 by Dawn Michelle in Fitness, Minimalist LifestyleMy best mornings begin with two glasses of water and yoga. There is something so special about taking the first 30-45 minutes of my morning to quiet my thoughts and tune into what is going on in my body. Yoga is the best way for me to jump start my day. So many days I find myself beginning with [...]
No Comments. Continue Reading... -
Spring Cleaning Inspiration
Posted on February 1, 2011 by Dawn Michelle in Declutter, Minimalist LifestyleMy unique journey towards a minimal lifestyle has taken a year in the making, and I still have more stuff to let go of. It is taking more time than I expected. Even after clearing out unnecessary furniture, excess clothing, shoes, accessories, and books, I’ve noticed my category of greatest challenge seems to be miscellaneous. My [...]
3 Comments. Continue Reading... -
Perfecting My Wardrobe
Posted on January 14, 2011 by Dawn Michelle in Declutter, Minimalist Lifestyle, StyleI begin spring cleaning in January every year. I always begin with my wardrobe because I find it more fun than going through other things. My goal is to have my things pared down so much that there will be no such thing as spring cleaning anymore, but that’s a whole new topic. Anyways, I have continually minimized my wardrobe to about [...]
No Comments. Continue Reading... -
Minimalist Packing For Simple Traveling
Posted on December 21, 2010 by Dawn Michelle in Cosmetics, Minimalist Lifestyle, Style, TravelI’m getting ready to do some holiday traveling and packing simply allows my trip to be a breeze. I do not enjoy lugging bags at the airport and rather travel light. My goal is always to have enough of what I love, yet never feel like I brought too much. Clothing Lately I have been living in a “uniform” of knee high boots, [...]
No Comments. Continue Reading...
Creativity is allowing oneself to make mistakes. Art is knowing which ones to keep.
~Scott Adams
Minimalist Beauty on ETSY
live with intention.
walk to the edge.
listen hard.
practice wellness.
play with abandon.
laugh.
choose with no regret.
continue to learn.
appreciate your friends.
do what you love.
live as if this is all there is.
~Mary Anne Radmacher
Whatever you can do, or dream you can... begin it. Boldness has genius, power and magic in it.
~Goethe
Go confidently in the direction of your dreams! Live the life you've imagined!
~Thoreau
Now is the time...
to use your talents
We all have talents,
in different fields and in different degrees.
The trick is to make the most of them.
Some come naturally.
Most come through hard work.
But having talent is just the start;
using talent to fulfill potential is the most difficult---
and the most admirable.
~Patrick Lindsay
Minimalist Beauty Books
Don't waste precious time
worrying about what you should have done...
But rather, focus your attention
on what you are doing now,
and what you want to do
in the future.
Don't concentrate
on any mistakes that might
have been made,
but learn from them.
~Debbie Avery
Secured by