Spring is almost here and after the difficult winter we have all had and the newfound optimism the coronavirus vaccine has given us all, it is definitely cause for celebration. One of the best ways to welcome the new season is by spring cleaning your home. Yes, really. When your home is clean and tidy, your mind is much clearer and it’s a lot easier to relax, so spring cleaning your home really is ... Read more
Minimalism and Quarantine
** This post is sponsored by FindCreditUnions.com. All opinions are my own. Spending more time at home during these past six months has reminded me about the importance of minimalism. I become anxious if my environment is full of clutter, and I don't need the added chaos in the already-stressful world. When quarantine began, I was in home-improvement and decluttering mode. I took a break ... Read more
Why You Should Take a Minimalist Approach to Home Decor
** This post was written for the Floradise audience. It may contain affiliate links. A person's home can say so much more about them than words could manage. If someone's house is messy, cramped, full to the brim with things they don't care about- it's often the case that their brain is feeling the same way. In a tidier, more straightforward, home, a person gains the space to breathe and let ... Read more
Simple and Affordable Closet Organization
** This closet organization post contains affiliate links. I am compensated for purchases made through these links at no additional cost to you. Thanks for supporting Floradise! I would love to have those perfectly organized and customized closet solutions that you see on Pinterest, but it's not really a priority in our home renovation budget right now. Our closets are spacious but they lack ... Read more
Lessons From “The Minimalist Way” by Erica Layne
The start of the new year always inspires me to declutter. I like to make sure I reassess the things in my home so that it never becomes unmanageable. That's what drew me to the title "The Minimalist Way: Minimalism Strategies to Declutter Your Life and Make Room for Joy" by Erica Layne. She promises to help readers stop living a life of hustle and overwhelm by decluttering their lives, not just ... Read more
My 34th Birthday Wish List | Minimalistic Gifts
It's hard to believe I'll be 34 in just a few weeks. As I get older I find that my wants are fewer and fewer. In reality all I'd like is to see family and friends, though now that we live far away from most of them that doesn't happen often. A text or call from loved ones will make my day on my birthday. It's still fun to think about what I'd like to get, though. Each year I like to share my ... Read more
My Thoughts on “Living Well, Spending Less”
After taking a break from listening to audiobooks on Audible, I felt compelled to start the new year with a self-development title that aligns with my 2020 goals. I chose "Living Well, Spending Less: 12 Secrets of the Good Life" by Ruth Soukup because that book sounded like the perfect fit and choosing it aligns with my goal to save more and spend less. The book begins with the author's spending ... Read more
Simplifying Lessons from “Lightly” by Francince Jay
My most recent Audible listen is "Lightly: How to Live a Simple, Serene and Stress-Free Life" by Francine Jay. What intrigued me about this audiobook is that it's not just about decluttering, it's about simplifying in all aspects of life. It's about making relationships, daily life, your home -- everything -- lighter. I found this came into my life at the perfect time. I'm sharing some simplifying ... Read more
How Clutter Sneaks Into Your Home
Lately I've been thinking about just how often I feel the need to declutter and how much stuff makes its way into my home. I think it's easy to find yourself overwhelmed with belongings nowadays. I'm sharing some of the ways items find their way into your house, whether you want them or not! My hope is that if you're overwhelmed you can at least identify and maybe cut back on some of the ways ... Read more
Eco-Friendly Swaps to Make for Earth Day
** This post contains affiliate links. I am compensated for purchases made through these links at no additional cost to you. Thanks for supporting Floradise! In honor of Earth Day, which is on April 22 this year, I'm sharing ways I plan to implement more eco-friendly practices this month. To be honest, I've gotten away from trying to be as green as possible in the past year, mostly out of ... Read more