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Why Minimalism Isn’t Working For you, And How to Fix That
Thanks to the likes of Marie Kondo, the Minimalists, and a ton of other influencers the Minimalism movement is experiencing an all-time high in popularity. But, many who are Marie Kondoing half their homes away are finding that the idea no longer sparks joy for them. In fact, Minimalism as a trend is kind of on the decline. But, I want you to know that if Minimalism isn’t working for you…that’s ok. It really is. There are a few reasons why it might not be working for you. I want to go through those reasons and offer up solutions that don’t include you returning to your overcluttered Maximalist ways. …
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How to Take Part in Veganuary
Chances are you’ve found your way here thanks to the social media trend Veganuary that is taking the world by storm and you’re wondering what it is all about. In this article, you can learn all about Veganuary including how you can take part, why you might want to, and other frequently asked questions about Veganuary. What is Veganuary? Veganuary is a month-long event in which participants eat vegan for the entire month of January. Like many things about veganism the organization behind Veganuary, which is also called Veganuary, focuses on animal cruelty as the driving reason to go vegan. In 2017 50,000 people signed up to take part in…
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How to Eat Seasonally in Fall
You may have heard about the idea of eating seasonally before, the idea that you eat what is currently in season. This is something that for most of humanity has been the standard. But only in recent years with globalization are you able to get things like strawberries all year round. This is able to happen because fruits and vegetables are being grown all year long all around the world. Remember that when it is winter for most of us it is summer for the southern half of the world. This makes it possible for us to get anything we want any time we want…but at a great cost. In…
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Online Games for Kids
Online games are a great way for kids to interact with other people while having fun. But a lot of the most popular games at the moment aren’t very kid-friendly. That’s why I wanted to put together this list of some fantastic online games for kids. No matter what your child is interested in, there is sure to be a game they’ll love on this list. Temtem If your child is a fan of Pokemon then they will LOVE Temtem. Temtem is a massively multiplayer online roleplaying game (MMORPG) that is made in the style of Pokemon. You catch little monsters who can then fight one another.…
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How to Make a 69 Cent Coffee Float
I’ll be completely honest with you, I’m not a fan of coffee. My husband though, my husband ADORES coffee. He drinks it like other people drink water. But who wants to have a hot drink in the heat of the summer? Even my husband will admit it isn’t the best time. Sure, he could go on a Starbucks run for one of their fancy iced coffees, but those are expensive and they add up fast. So, when this summer came around I started thinking up ways for my husband to keep enjoying his coffee without making our bank account cry. That’s when I discovered the Coffee Float. …
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Educational Podcasts for Kids
These days it seems like everyone is listening to podcasts, so why shouldn’t kids be included in that? In fact, while they can be a little bit difficult to find there are some really amazing kid-focused podcasts out there. I’ve put together a list of some of the best educational podcasts for kids for you below, enjoy. The Big Fib Your kids will learn from an early age how to identify fake news, a tool that is vital in today’s world and will only get more important as they grow older. The Big Fib is a game show format podcast that will teach kids how to identify truth from…
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60 Chinese Takeout Recipes You Can Make at Home
As I’m writing this it has been about 2 months since the world shut down and things we took for granted like our favorite Chinese takeout were pushed out of our reach. Well, I don’t know about you, but I have been craving Chinese for weeks now. So, I finally decided that enough was enough and I started collecting recipes for takeout style foods. Now I want to share those collections with you. I decided to start with Chinese takeout recipes because, aside from fast food and pizza, Chinese is the most popular takeout in the world! In the future, I’ll be adding more to my takeout recipes you…
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40 Copycat Restaurant Recipes
We can’t always make it out to our favorite restaurant but that doesn’t mean we have to forgo our favorite foods from those places. I’ve collected some of the best copycat restaurant recipes from across the internet and gathered them all in one place just for you. Where else are you going to be able to have Taco Bell for dinner, with a Sonic Limeade and a slice of cheesecake from Cheesecake Factory with a coffee from Starbucks for dessert? Copycat Starbucks Copycat Starbucks Caramel Frappuccino by Dancing Through the Rain Copycat Starbucks Cinnamon Dolce Latte by The Soccer Mom Blog Copycat Starbucks Pink Drinks by Sugar &…
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8 Ways to Take Care of Your Mental Health for Free
Going and getting a massage is great for your mental health, so is taking a vacation. But both of those things can get pretty expensive. Good mental health care doesn’t have to be expensive though. In fact, there are ways to take care of your mental health for free that everyone should be doing. Journaling Even if all you have is your phone you can still write daily journals and you should! So many people have discovered the wonders of journaling. It helps them get through difficult times, work out things they’ve been thinking about, or just gives you a place to rant if that’s what you need. …
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What is Financial Minimalism and How Can It Help Me?
Minimalism is a growing lifestyle trend that sees you simplify your life by reducing the number of things you have so you can focus on the things that really matter in your life. Well, what if we took those same principals and applied them to our finances? Financial Minimalism is a method to minimize your spending that allows you to focus on the things that really matter in your life. It is a similar concept to the minimalist lifestyle but it focuses more on your finances than how many pairs of pants you own. Before we dive into how to practice it we should clarify what Financial Minimalism isn’t. It…
