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Discovering Unselfish Reasons to Simplify Your Life

June 20, 201614 Comments

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The simple living movement often appears to be very much about the self. Simplifying one's life is often motivated by the desire to achieve goals, enjoy experiences, and generally feel happier. There's nothing wrong with this-- in fact, it is vital for us to prioritize what we love most-- but within it also lies the challenge of whether simple living can have an impact outside of our own lives. Can simple living be a selfless decision, too? What does it mean to live simply-- not just for yourself, but for others? What does it mean to live simply for the world's benefit? I believe that ...Continue Reading

4 Ways Minimalism Redefines Beauty

June 15, 201622 Comments

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Minimalism has helped me better understand beauty. But it took me a long time to get here. When I was a little girl, my idol was Belle in Disney's Beauty and the Beast. I wanted to clever, kind, sophisticated and beautiful. I wanted to be a princess-heroine who could be both winsome and gutsy. It was the perfect combination. Enamored with Belle's likeness and convinced of fairytales, I sought to cultivate an image of myself that fit my imagination. At first, this translated into dressing up as Belle two years in a row for Halloween (I still have the costume). Eventually, it turned into ...Continue Reading

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Reader Survey! (with a gift card giveaway)

June 6, 201610 Comments

Hey friend, I can hardly believe that in the nearly 2 years that I've been blogging here, I haven't offered a reader survey. Your feedback has been absolutely essential to my work here at Simplicity Relished, and I am excited to have formalized the process today! In fact, I'm so excited that I ...Continue Reading

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Yosemite National Park: A Quick Guide

May 31, 201620 Comments

Yosemite National Park is iconic. It's nature's majesty on display, creation at its best,  and emblematic in the world of all outdoor pursuits. Its international fame has reached the ends of the earth. Each year, more than 3 million people visit the park, and the numbers are only growing. In ...Continue Reading

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How To Fall In Love With Mornings (and become a morning person)

May 23, 201631 Comments

I've never met an adult who couldn't use an extra 5 minutes of sleep. But I've also met people who love to wake up early and seize the day. In fact, I never thought that I'd become a morning person, but I have.  You see, I used to believe that mornings and evenings belonged to different people. ...Continue Reading

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The 6 Types Of People You Need At Your Table

May 17, 201618 Comments

Say yes, say no. We are constantly told to draw boundaries, especially in relationships. It's hardly enough to "be intentional" when choosing friends. It's impossible to choose relatives. And try as we might, we find ourselves connected to, enmeshed with, and integrated into a community of ...Continue Reading

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5 Ways to Relax When Your Mind Won’t Turn Off

May 9, 201634 Comments

My husband and I have enjoyed sharing meals since our very first date. We both love food, and have come to love it together-- refining each other's tastes and preferences as we explore culinary possibilities at home. But my favorite thing about eating together is the conversation we're able to ...Continue Reading

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Goals for May 2016

May 2, 201625 Comments

For as long as I can remember, the month of May has meant several things: my mom's birthday, piano recitals, and the promise of summer break. May is such a glorious month when it comes to weather, and I've always been fond of it. That said, I can hardly believe how quickly this year is flying by. It ...Continue Reading

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5 Common Stressors To Let Go Of Today

April 25, 201626 Comments

Have you ever felt that in every situation, the same feeling of stress shows up to overwhelm? Perhaps the actual circumstances are different-- and whatever is at stake varies-- but you find yourself in the same hamster wheel time after time. If this is you, you're not alone. I've been there, and ...Continue Reading

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Our Next Travel Destinations (and a little life update)

April 18, 201635 Comments

It's all too easy to plod along in the nebulous season of our twenties, forgetting that life is rapidly unfolding as the years go by. I recently started a new full-time position marketing for a small non-profit here in Pasadena. The past several weeks of transition have been exhilarating-- but for ...Continue Reading

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Simple not Stressful: a daily guide to making your home a place of rest

April 12, 201619 Comments

There's nothing more overwhelming than coming home from a long day of work and finding a mess. Whether there are dishes and games leftover from weekend entertaining, or outerwear that is strewn all over the couch, I've often found myself on the brink of just throwing everything away. It's all too ...Continue Reading

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7 Fashion Myths to Stop Believing

April 4, 201630 Comments

Friends, we've been fooled. We've been fooled to believe that there is such a thing as a fashion rule. We've been told over and over again that there are certain indispensable "essentials" that must be a part of every wardrobe. We've been told that we're not capable of dressing ourselves-- that ...Continue Reading

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10 Reasons To Visit Morocco Now

April 1, 201621 Comments

I often do a "10 best snapshots" post after we travel (see Japan and Ecuador), because our passion as travelers is to find frames that capture everything we loved about our trip. But Morocco is different. I've had countless people ask me whether going to Morocco was worthwhile-- and whether they ...Continue Reading

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Why You Should Talk About Money (and how to do it effectively)

March 29, 201619 Comments

Never discuss politics or religion, many of us have been told. But what about money? To some, money shapes their politics, and it can easily become religion if we allow it to. Most people I know refrain from discussing money in crude, numerical terms. In American culture, finance is considered ...Continue Reading

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5 Simple Reminders for the Weary Soul

March 24, 201620 Comments

As we draw near to Easter, I have been thinking about what good news might sound like right now. Would it sound like peace and reconciliation between vengeful populations? Would it be the sound of the "right" presidential candidate winning the election? Would it sound like rain falling on ...Continue Reading

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A Quick Guide To Marrakech, Morocco

March 22, 201642 Comments

Marrakech is a party, and everyone is invited. It's not as old as Fes, but it certainly tells its own stories of art, celebration, tradition and finesse. Marrakech was our last stop in Morocco, so we were already familiar with some of the local scenes. Still, it was a sight to behold, and there's no ...Continue Reading

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Capsule Accessory Series: 5 Powers of a Statement Necklace

March 18, 20169 Comments

Welcome back to the Capsule Accessory Series, where I share my capsule wardrobe secrets and how I use accessories to spice up my wardrobe. All the pieces featured here are from Noonday Collection, my favorite jewelry and accessory company. Noonday collaborates with artisan businesses throughout the ...Continue Reading

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