The heart of Hipdiggs, the Minimalism category delves deep into the philosophy and practice of minimalism. It explores the benefits of a minimalist lifestyle, offers practical tips for decluttering, and encourages thoughtful discussions about consumerism, simplicity, and finding happiness in less.
This morning as I walked my old dog Shep, I saw a lady in a wheelchair lecturing herself. She was most likely homeless, and quite possibly a drug addict. I felt a little uncomfortable. Be honest. You probably would, too.…
Sometimes minimalism can be taken to extremes. If your quest to live minimally keeps you awake or cold at night, you might be going too far. There’s a fine line between a minimalist lifestyle and having the things you need.…
I just got word today that our apartment will be ready tomorrow. I’ve also learned that the house sale will close on Monday. That means we have four days to move. Yup. Moving day is here. My daughter and I…
Every year about this time I go to a family reunion. But it’s not really my family. They sort of adopted me. So I’d just like to remind you: never forget the importance of family, no matter who they are. …
Today would have been my dad’s 83rd birthday. He passed away in 2010. I never recognized it growing up, but my dad never cared too much for stuff. He was a minimalist long before it was a thing. Okay, my…
I’ve been blogging about simple living and minimalism for a few years now. It’s something I’m passionate about. My blog has become a personal journey and an exercise in writing. That’s all good stuff. But there’s a dichotomy involved in…
Do you keep a schedule? Are you able to get done what you want to get done? Being disciplined is an art. It’s something we have to plan. That disciplined art starts with less. I’m quick to admit that I…
On New Year’s Day, I opened up the discussion at Hip Diggs. I believe that discussion is an important prerequisite to change. Change is what Hip Diggs is about. I started this blog as a personal simple-living blog. Now I’d…
If we claim to be minimalists, there are certain ethical guidelines we should follow. I’ve never been one for setting rules for minimalism, but some basic ethics may be in order from time to time. Recently, I turned down $100…
A few years ago, I learned about something called a boxing party. It’s a simple concept. You box up the majority of your material belongings. Then you store them in your basement or your garage for a few months. In…
