Mindful Living

It's time to break down your goals into tasks.

"A safe space is somewhere that I can be myself without judgement, and my home provides that."

Even on days when I really didn't want to clean.

When you feel like a fresh start, decluttering your house is a great way to solidify a feeling of change.

According to the store owners themselves.

Take it from the people who spend the bulk of their time in the kitchen.

They're adjusting to working primarily from home, while keeping a clear view of their communities' needs.

People love to say "it's about the journey, not the destination." And that's true. But you're allowed to celebrate the destination, too.

This weekend, you can do this one thing to make your home feel fresh and new.

Here's how to cure your cold-weather cabin fever.

The living room — or whatever you call it — is the most important room to prioritize when it comes to making sure you feel comfortable, calm, and content.

The unique prompts are key for instant peace of mind.

Catch-up days can make you feel like you're on top of the world, if you do them right.

If it's been a while, make today the day you freshen it up.

They're all under $16!

Morning pick-ups and weekend cleaning sprees are great habits to maintain a home that stays spotless. But they're not the most important.

Without leaving your home.

And seven surprising benefits I learned along the way.

No more doubling up on random jars of spices.

It can be hard to come up with dates that are fresh and fun without being wildly expensive.

Or, how I stopped worrying and learned to use my cast iron skillet every day.

This impactful daily habit has helped me repress my messiest tendencies.

When you don't have time or energy for a deep clean, I have a 10-step plan to sprucing up the bathroom that can work for anyone.

I'm envious of people who can follow through on all their home DIY projects. But in my envy, I realized that all the most successful DIY projects have one thing in common.

There are only two mistakes you can make when it comes to selecting art for your home.

Stop the mid-morning hunger pangs before they start.

If the new year is your cue to begin tidying up, you still need another incentive to finish the job.

It's important to remember that cups and socks and crumbs are just an inevitable part of life sometimes.

When you don't have time for a full-on decluttering, "good enough" is enough.

From budgeting tips to picking up a new hobby, career, life, and financial coaches share their advice.

Not to say there isn't benefit in being impulsive sometimes. But you still have to do a little work to fine-tune your instincts.

Being kinder to yourself isn't always easy, but it's worth it.

Sorting through paper piles this way is easier than it seems at the start. And it gets simpler and quicker the more you do it.

80 percent of resolutions fail—but yours don't have to.

According to people who say the practice changed their lives.

The mental, physical, and emotional workout is a lot, all at once. But it doesn't have to be.

According to professional organizers.

Real quick, before you get too far into the year or into any organizing or DIY projects, do this one-hour exercise.

This may be the key to helping you redefine resolutions from something dreaded into something meaningful.

The first assignment of the January Cure is something quick and easy to get the momentum going. But if you're new to the Cure, let me tell you a bit more...

According to life coaches.

If you want to be more mindful this year, here's a good place to start.

Number three is so simple, but so effective.

This weekend, you're going to act on a bit of your new perspective and put love into action.

Here's exactly how they're doing it.

"Romjul" is the name for that weird week in between Christmas and New Year's.

Bluetooth speakers don't have to be high tech to get the job done.

Their answers are so heartwarming.

According to someone who lives in Minnesota.

It's time to clear the air and set intentions for the season to come.

According to experts.

Ripping the packing label off the box is often far from the neatest way to obscure the box's initial use, so when TikTok's algorithm served me with a useful hack for removing printer ink from labels, I was intrigued.

It's no inbox-zero, but it's a start.

Whether you're solo or sheltering in place with a few family members.

One takeaway: Coffee is important no matter where you live.

These single-use, compostable bags make it so easy.

Go ahead—do nothing.

Make the most of your kitchen space with items you actually use.

Ordering takeout is convenient, but it was also masking bigger issues I had with cooking.

You deserve the midday break!

Sharing a space doesn't mean sacrificing your solo time.

It's easy to do right now, and it'll feel good both now and later. Here are some ideas for little gifts you can give to future you.

It's Thanksgiving in the U.S., so today's prompt is quick one (and something you might already have plans to do today anyway).

Thankfully technology makes it easier than ever.

"I am thankful for my ancestors, who gave me the power of resiliency through their trauma."

It doesn't have to be holiday related at all!

For loved ones and acquaintances alike.

If you are like me, let's resolve to get it together a little sooner than "the night before" this year.

Nothing about 2020 is normal—it's OK if your holidays aren't, either.