Vancouver, WA 98665
maria@literallysimple.com

Category: Minimalism

Be Well. Want Less. Gain Quality.

Simple Morning Skin Care Routine

Simple Morning Skin Care Routine

Minimalism, Self Care, and Beauty Products About two years ago, I started my minimalism journey. I first simplified my closet. If you’ve read any of my other blog posts on minimalism you’re reminded that after simplifying my closet, minimalism took over my entire life: finances, time management, relationships, and home. I wanted simple choices everywhere.…
Read more

A Simple Nightly Skin Care Routine

A Simple Nightly Skin Care Routine

Kat Depner has remained my personal stylist since our first collaboration. I send her pictures of my outfits in the form of very poorly taken selfies, and Kat responds with encouraging expressions! On top of Kat having an eye for fashion, she also has worked in the beauty industry for years. Her simple nightly skin…
Read more

The Importance of Play

5 Ways Parents Can Advocate for More Play in Schools

Minimalism and Play In my minimalism quest, I have made nature a top priority for our family. You can read about tips to raise a nature loving kid here, or ways to spend more time in nature here. Through spending more time in nature, I was reminded of the importance of play for children and…
Read more

5 Ways to Spend More Time in Nature

5 Ways to Spend More Time in Nature

“Standing quite alone, far in the forest, while the wind is shaking down snow from the trees, and leaving the only human tracks behind us, we find our reflections of a richer variety than the life of cities. “ Thoreau “A Winter Walk” Nature: A Top Priority As I’ve developed a minimalist lifestyle, being in…
Read more

What I Learned from a Personal Styling Session

What I Learned from a Personal Styling Session

What I Learned from a Personal Stylist I was delighted to find out that Kat Depner lived so close to me in Portland. I’ve always wanted a professional opinion on the clothes I choose to wear. Just as I enjoy a professional opinion when I get my hair done, try to navigate early motherhood, or…
Read more

5 Activities I Cut to Save Time

5 Activities I Cut Out To Save Time

Want more time, but lacking focus, already stretched thin, or simply living the busy mom life? Instead of trying to find more time in your already busy schedule, eliminate the unnecessary to hack your productivity. Read on to find the 5 activities I cut out to save time. I can’t talk about time or money…
Read more