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.
As we roll into another year, I’m moving forward with music. I’ve recently developed a new moniker for my electronic musical compositions. Introducing Anderhill. Photo Credit You might wonder why Anderhill? It’s simple. First I used letters from my own…
Do you ever struggle to find lasting peace in your life? It’s not always easy. I’m a single dad and a homeowner with a full-time job. Peace? How can I find peace when I’m always running? The answer is easier…
Photo by Dan Erickson Occasionally, I write a poem at Hip Diggs. Today, the poem is more of a parable. I’m a creative writer at heart. In fact, it’s my belief that minimalism and creativity work well together. By having less…
I could do many different things with my time and money. Some of those things would not be minimalist. I could buy stuff. I could fill my schedule with busyness. Or I could do something that is simple and free.…
At the end of each year, I like to create some simple goals for the following year. In 2017, my #1 goal is to live with less stress. This isn’t easy as a working, single parent, and a homeowner. Still,…
You may not be ready to give up all your stuff and live like a monk. Each of us has our own life situation. I own a home. I’m raising a kid. I live simply, but I’m not quite as…
I gave away 80% of all my Christmas decorations last year. Did I go too far? You’ve all heard the saying, “everything in moderation.” There’s a bucketload of truth in those words. Anything taken to an extreme can become an…
I shared this over at my main blog, www.danerickson.net, a couple of weeks ago. I wanted to make sure to give more of my audience the chance to hear my latest electronic music. Simple living and success don’t always feel synonymous,…
Do you like music? Do you listen to the radio? Do you listen to music online? Maybe you play an instrument. Either way, this article has some great insights into how music can keep you healthy. Two things that I…
I’ve spent the last few weeks finishing up another music project. It’s my pleasure to introduce The Minimalist Mixtape 2. The project includes 12 new electronic tracks. In early 2017, I released The Minimalist Mixtape, my debut album of all-electronic minimalist…
