Before I get started writing about the benefits of student loan debt, I’d like to state my acknowledgement of my personal privilege. This is thanks to my generous parents and also my two older brothers who managed to pay for their college completely with military scholarships. Without their college expenses paid for, I’m not sure…
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Gratitude as Self Care Self care has become a priority in my life since adopting a minimalist mindset. I explain in detail below the researched benefits, and also personal benefits of a gratitude practice. I honestly can say it has been the single most important change that has resulted in a much happier self these…
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Feeling like you just need a good brunch with your girlfriends, but can’t find the time, or the BFF’s to hang with? It takes a real effort to cultivate friendships in adulthood. Read on for tips on how to make new friends even in the midst or parenthood and adulting. How to Make Friends as…
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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.…
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Researched Benefits of the Sauna This month Literally Simple’s blog posts have been focusing on self care, a term I was unfamiliar with up until last year. In my minimalism quest, I’ve noticed self care making its way into a top priority of my life. Why? Because of the health benefits. A wise woman once…
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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…
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