Simple Living
The Joy of Simple Living
Happy Friday, everyone! I decided that I would start sharing a few inspirational quotes from time to time for you all to enjoy. Today's theme is finding joy in simple living. I hope these can inspire and motivate you in some way. Have a wonderful weekend!
How Living in a Smaller Home Can Make You Happier
Living in a smaller home isn’t just a smart financial decision. It can improve your quality of life in so many ways. It makes life simpler, less stressful, and more enjoyable. And living small can make you richer, healthier, and happier, too! American houses have grown far too big. The average size of new homes built in the United States grew 62 percent from 1,660 square feet in 1973 to 2,687 square feet in 2015, an increase of 1,027 square feet, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. Chances are, you are currently living in a big house, too, and it may be causing you more stress than you realize. If your house…
19 Ways to Make Your Life Better
In this time and age, we are all keeping busy, and all of us are struggling with something. Life can sometimes be overwhelming and very stressful. At times, we may even feel like we are not living the life we have always wanted to, because having a busy life doesn’t necessarily mean it’s a meaningful and fulfilling one. If you are tired of the life you are living and looking for simple ways to make your life better, here are 19 simple things you can start implementing right away that will make you happier, healthier, and more productive! 1. Get enough sleep We all know, more or less, the importance of getting…
What Happens When You Practice Gratitude Every Day
When you practice gratitude on a regular basis, it can do wonders for you. Gratitude means showing thankfulness for something or someone that gives you happiness or adds value to your life. According to the Merriam-Webster Dictionary, gratitude is simply “the state of being grateful.” It is a strong feeling of appreciation to someone or something for the good that person has done, and readiness to return that kindness. The Harvard Medical School provides more details, defining gratitude as: “a thankful appreciation for what an individual receives, whether tangible or intangible. With gratitude, people acknowledge the goodness in their lives. As a result, gratitude also helps people connect to something larger than…
12 Effective Ways to Nurture Your Important Relationships
Relationships are at the center of who we are. Whether they are with a parent, spouse, or child, or your friend, or your boss, co-worker, or business partner, your most important relationships are worth the time and care you put into them. They are the people in your life who appreciate having you in theirs. These people not only embrace you as you are, but also encourage you to improve in healthy and exciting ways. A relationship cannot survive on its own. You need to find effective ways to nurture your relationships that matter. Just like a plant, it needs constant care and attention. Your relationship with others needs the care…
9 Great Benefits of Living a Simple Life
There are many people who are not that familiar with the idea of living a simple life in today’s fast, ever-changing complex world. Maybe, some of you have never even heard of the term “Simple, intentional Living” before. And then, there are some people who think a simple life is related to having less money and suffering from financial hardship. To different people, “simple living” means different things. Some would say – living with less or having a decluttered, organized home or living without unnecessary things and people, and for some simple living is living a quiet life in the country. According to Wikipedia: “Simple living encompasses a number of…
