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.
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…
If you want to focus on change in your life, daily writing is a powerful tool. Writing can help to guide you through change and keep you more committed through the process. Whether you’re trying to lose weight or become…
CDs are fading fast. I still have a small collection and love to listen to a few select artists in that format. But digital music seems to be becoming the norm. It saves space for both listeners and creators. Remember…
We live in such a great era of communication. We have multiple ways of connecting with others. But what if we’re actually becoming more disconnected by connecting with hundreds, even thousands of others? I’m old. I remember the days before…
This is it. It’s my last regular post at Hip Diggs. That might take some of you by surprise. But if you’ve been paying attention, you probably knew it was coming. I’m downshifting. Over the past year, I’ve been recreating…
If you want to find empowerment, you need to begin in your mind. I’m not talking about using power over others. I’m talking about discovering your own power to move forward and succeed in your life. And in the process,…
Bloggers like to have followers. One trend among bloggers is to call their followers their tribe. But what if becoming part of a “tribe” is exactly what keeps holding you back from doing what you want to do? I’ve got…
When was the last time you read a book? I may believe in owning less stuff. That’s smart. But I don’t think we can ever gain too much knowledge. I’ve always been a reader and I encourage others to read…
So I’m not really buying a lot of stuff. But for a minimalist, I’m buying too much stuff. It’s actually making me a little uncomfortable. But there’s one big reason why I’m buying this much stuff. It’s for My Daughter,…
What if you were given a choice between two things you love? I often contemplate this idea. If someone pointed a gun to my head and said, “Choose: writing or music?” I’d have to be quick and deliberate in my…
