It's hard to miss the #deletefacebook movement. And believe me, I'm tempted. Apart from a few notable exceptions, social media is mostly a waste of time. But that doesn't make it less entertaining or addictive. If it weren't, people wouldn't hand over all their personal data for the privilege of seeing what acquaintances from high … Continue reading 6 Ways to cut back on social media and kick your smartphone addiction when quitting is not an option
A vignette about minimalist parenting when grandparents don't really get it. “You’re probably not going to like this,” my dad says in what I will come to find out is a suitably sheepish tone. “We bought the boys some souvenirs!” he says, more cheerfully, with just a touch of singsong in his voice. By “the … Continue reading When Minimalism Meets the Generation Gap
Over the last two years, I have slowly been purging my life of things and relationships that make me unhappy. It all started organically and it hasn’t always been easy. As I realized how difficult this journey could be, I started reading, listening and watching more about the minimalism movement. Don’t get me wrong—I love … Continue reading Why minimalism?
The Snarky Minimalist 