Happy Simple Mom
Simple, Clutter-Free Living
I think my family wishes there was a published gift guide for minimalists. So, here you go! Minimalists generally don’t want more stuff in their house! However, many of their family and friends really, really, really want to give them something to unwrap or something they can use all the time. You can sign up …
Minimalism and simple living have so many benefits. Living a simpler life, decluttering your home, and embracing experiences over things can lower your anxiety, give you more free time, and generally help you live a more fulfilling life. Minimalism can also save you a lot of money, even if you are not a “frugal minimalist”. …
We don’t always realize it, but there is an invisible cost to clutter. The cost of clutter lurks in the excessive clothes we stuff into our closets, the super cute seasonal decorations we must have for this year, and the craft supplies we need for that fun project we have in mind. The cost of …
Want to declutter your home but not sure where to start? Start with the “dumping ground”. What’s the dumping ground you ask? The dumping ground is that place where you quite literally dump all the stuff when you come home or put the stuff that has no assigned place elsewhere in the house. Chances are, …
My big declutter led me to recognize one major factor in how I managed my household…we had a lot of waste. We wasted food, personal care products, cleaning products, paper products and more. I was not using items we purchased (waste of money), and we were throwing things out because they expired, didn’t fit our home …
Can five minutes really make a difference when decluttering? When you first start out decluttering, it can be extremely overwhelming. Even starting small, with just one drawer, or with just one corner of a room can seem daunting. If you are fighting disability, anxiety, depression, or raising toddlers, even ten minutes of decluttering can seem …
It’s just an old pair of jeans. That’s what I told myself every time I saw them, and I knew they had to go. Turns out though, they were far more than “just an old pair of jeans”. When we did our “Big Declutter” a few years ago, the closet was the first place I …
Want to learn how to turn clutter into cash? Selling on Facebook Marketplace may be easier than you think. Even if you are already a seasoned veteran for selling on Facebook, you may find some ways to make the process a whole lot easier. I had a goal for my clutter. About a year ago, …
New to decluttering? Maybe you are struggling with how and when to let stuff go. If so, here are 11 simple decluttering rules to help you work through any space in your home…without losing your mind. Are these hard and fast decluttering rules? No. Think of these decluttering rules as a guide, a guide to …
Could you survive a year without buying clothes? It sounds extreme. I know. Hear me out. Why would you take on a no spend challenge for a year? Most people don’t set off to take a year long no spend challenge, even if focused on a single category, like clothes. Usually, when you start to …
How much is your storage space costing you? And no, I’m not talking about the storage unit you may or may not have. That’s an easy price to name. You get a bill for it every month. I’m talking about the storage space in your home. However, keep the storage facility bill handy too! You …
Why can’t laundry be simple? Seriously. Like you, I’m always looking for the absolute best laundry tips to make life a little bit easier. Real life laundry tips We have a “laundry couch.” It’s an actual couch in our basement that is used for laundry more often than it is used for sitting on. Sound …
My unbiased review of the 2020 Ultimate Homemaking Bundle Is the 2020 Ultimate Homemaking Bundle worth it? Why is the course such a good deal? Or is it? Will I get anything from any of the courses? I mean, it’s about homemaking. Do I really need help with homemaking? Read further to get the full …
Date night ideas at home don’t sound as fun a date night on the town, but sometimes, that’s all we get. Whether you want fun date nights at home because of budgetary reasons or because you cannot find a babysitter, read for some of my favorite tried and true ideas. As an Amazon Associate, …
How’s your sleep been lately? Has it ever been good? There’s a chance your bedroom setup could be ruining your sleep. It could be big changes needed or simple, small changes that make a big difference so you can sleep well! As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. This post contains affiliate links …
You finally decided enough is enough and you are ready to declutter your home. However, you are not quite sure what to do with the stuff you have been saving and collecting for so long. I mean, you paid good money for this stuff. You can’t just get rid of it, can you? Is it …
How’s your school’s online learning going? Yeah, it sucks for me too. If you’ve had days where you want to pull your hair out and throw the computer off the deck, I’m right there with you. I love our teachers. Like seriously adore them. However, they were not prepared for this online learning thing (not …
My kids are home. A lot. In fact, there’s no school again until the rest of the year for most. I love having my kids home in the summer. It is one of my favorite times of year, and I have the luxury of cutting back my work to spend more time with them. This, …
Minimalism during a pandemic. For some, it may feel like a death trap…I mean, what if you get rid of too much? None of us have ever experienced a pandemic. As an adult, I’ve lived through 9/11, the 2008 recession, and the ups and downs that come with being a young adult with no money. …
Stuck at home? You don’t have to be bored and feel like you are in prison. There are ways to thrive when stuck at home, whether it is because you are sick, caring for someone sick, need to save money, or are stuck in your house for social distancing. Things to do when stuck at …
Join me with #100SimpleJoys Sometimes the world is crazy. I’ve found, during crazy times, it is always good practice to take a step back and recognize all the good in our lives too. It can be hard to see the good when you might be losing your job, or people you love are sick, or …
I love to travel. My husband is a pilot, and one major benefit we enjoy is traveling anywhere we want…for free. However, the downfall of free travel is flying stand-by and not being able to check our luggage. As a result, I’ve become a master at packing for a week in a carry-on. I’ve gone …
Sometimes, when our house is cluttered, we try to organize our stuff to try and make our home look cleaner and more put together. However, some organization hacks can make your clutter look worse, not better. In reality, you are nothing more than an organized mess! Ultimately, the answer to your clutter problems is less …
When your house is a cluttered mess, it can be overwhelming knowing where to start clearing clutter in your home. My guess is, you have a messy bedroom too. I know I did! Declutter your bedroom first Your bedroom is your place to relax and let go of stress. It is where you can disconnect …
