How to get started with Minimalism in a realistic way. Being a minimalist is not easy. It cannot happen overnight. It takes time. You cannot simply get rid of everything you own and tell everyone that you are a minimalist. Why is it hard to be a minimalist? It is hard to get rid of the things that …
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Being a Minimalist Interview
Fumio Sasaki used to live a hoarder's life full of clutter. He used to collect books, CDs, and DVDs that occupied his 20 sq m apartment. Now, he has 20 pieces of clothing and about 150 pieces of items in is his flat. What made him adapt a minimalist lifestyle? In a interview conducted by CNA …
Taking pictures and enjoying the moment.
Taking pictures and enjoying the moment. We love to take pictures but it does not mean that we have to take away the precious memories before us. Is there a way where we can take pictures and enjoy the moment at the same time? I have been saying that you should enjoy the moment wherever you go - …
How to reduce clutter
Reducing clutter does not mean we have to stop collecting memories in your life. It also does not mean throwing away all you have. There are many ways to keep your memories and reduce clutter at the same time. These are few tips on How to reduce clutter without reducing your memories: How to reduce …
Minimalism is letting go
Minimalism is letting go. Letting go of attachments. The reason why we hold on to many things is because it is filled with memories that we love so much. We tend to keep every memorabilia that we collected over the course of our lives, as a result our house is filled with boxes of these memories. …
What not to give as Christmas gift
Many people are asking what they should give someone. Few asks what not to give as Christmas gift and yet this is an important question as well. It is easier to think of a gift by eliminating the things that you should not give during Christmas time. You can also read 3 gifts for Christmas. What …
Should we trust the media?
Should we trust the media? The media is a tool to inform the public of the truth about the government, environment, and surroundings. Today, media is no longer as trustworthy as it used to be. With so many sources of news, news companies need to become competitive to beat the competition. As a …
Bakit mahalaga ang minimalism?
Maraming nagtatanong kung ano ang maganda sa minimalism. Bakit mahalaga ang minimalism at bakit ko ito ginagawa sa aking buhay? Ang buhay natin ngayon ay parang masikip na LRT o jeep. Napakarami tayong sinisiksik na mga bagay na hindi na dapat natin sinasama sa ating buhay. Kung ang buhay natin ay …
Why do we use facebook?
Why do we use facebook, why do we keep on updating our status? The truth is, it is not because it is a need but because it became a habit, a not so good habit. Few people use it for business and communication. Most people use it for: 1. Bragging about their lives - Why do we post pictures in …
Give yourself a time to heal
Give yourself a time to healOur minds need a time to heal, a moment of solitude where it can relax and let go of all distractions caused by the internet. I am not saying that we shun away from it, just a few hours away from it each day. Away from the constant ringing and notification. Our mind needs …
Mechanics of creating a habit
Ang pagbuo ng isang habit ay simple lamang pero nagiging mahirap dahil sa napakaraming hadlang na pumipigil sa atin. Tandaan na ang habit na pipiliin mo ay makabubuti kung connected siya o tutulungan ka niya para maabot ang goals mo sa buhay. Kunwari, gusto mong magpapayat o makaipon. Piliin mo ang …
Happiness that depends on others
Happiness that depends on others approval, on other people's way of thinking - social media addiction We are living in an era where we constantly ask for other people's approval to make us feel better. We seek attention through "likes" and "follows" in our social media account. Today, our happiness …
Less is more
Less is more, you already have what you have. You do not have to chase anything else. I always remind myself that I have what I need. I have to remind myself because I do not want to keep on buying things which are not necessary in my life. I do not want to buy things which will just add clutter to …
Form a Habit, Reach your Goal
Bakit Mahalaga ang habit? Form a habit to Reach your Goal Ito ay hango sa libro ni Leo Bautista na "The Habit Guide". Ang message nito ay isang epektiboing paraan para makamit natin ang ating goals sa buhay. Ayon sa kanya, makakamit natin ang ating goals sa buhay kung gagawin nating habit aangmga …
Paano Maiiwasan ang Stress Part 1
Paano Maiiwasan ang Stress Part 1 Catch yourself and pause. Breathe. Relax. Focus. Remind yourself that you can do it and everything will be okay. Lahat tayo maraming ginagawa sa araw-araw. Napakaraming chores, activities at mga bagay na dapat matapos sa isang araw. Kadalasan minamadali natin ang …
