Inspiring Simplicity. Weekend Reads.

There’s more to life than buying stuff.

There are many wonderful people pursuing and promoting simplicity. Fortunately, some of them are gifted in communication and choose to encourage and inspire us with their words. I enjoy reading their unique perspective. I’m sure you will too.

So fix yourself a nice warm cup of coffee or tea on this beautiful weekend. Find a quiet moment. And enjoy some encouraging words about finding more simplicity in your life today.

Extreme Frugality Allowed Me to Regain Control of My Life | The Guardian by Elizabeth Willard Thames. Elizabeth Willard Thames abandoned a successful career in the city and embraced frugality to create a more meaningful life. Here’s her story.

Are Home Renovations Necessary? | Curbed by Kate Wanger. Renovations have become a national pastime, but there is nothing wrong with your house.

The Case For Minimalism | Forbes by Joshua Becker. Owning less offered escape from the clutter in my home. But more than that, it offered escape from the clutter in my life. It reintroduced intentionality and alignment. And it offered the very ideals my heart most desperately desired.

The Pursuit Of Status: How To Avoid Chasing The Wrong Things | Medium by Louis Chew. One seemingly innocent purchase can lead to many bad decisions.

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Simplify Magazine: The Declutter Issue. Last summer, I launched an online magazine called Simplify Magazine. Each issue recruits experts to contribute long-form articles addressing one specific topic. On March 01, we released an issue of the magazine focused entirely on decluttering your home and life. If you enjoy these weekend reads inspiring simplicity, I’d also recommend this particular issue. Find out more here.