Don't Make the Bed
Photo by: Prascilla DuPreez @priscilladupreez
Dec 13, 2018 1 min read
Yes, its's true. Sometimes it is freeing to simply not make the bed. Not every morning, but maybe on the weekend. Sometimes there is magic in a mess...or just extra time to do something more enjoyable.
Transitions
Photo by: Ashely Rich @a5hleyrich
Feb 15, 2018 1 min read
Life transitions have a way of automatically forcing the "letting go" process. Letting go is sometimes a choice, other times life events whether tragic or triumphant, forces elements to shift around us. As the adjustments settle in and take on some sort of shape, an opportunity to create something different may appear. If there was a tragic transition, this opportunity may lead to a positive and freeing new path or experience. If there was a triumphant transition, clarity of even more greatness or balance will be present.
Here is a helpful quote on life transition...
"There's a little bit of pain in every transition, but we can't let that stop us from making it. If we did, we'd never make any progress at all." -Phil Schiller
OM in the HOME
Photo by: Logan Nolin @logannolin
Sep 11, 2017 1 min read
Meditation comes in many forms and is accompanied by various rituals. The details that embody a meditation practice are very personal. It is not necessary for one to reach enlightenment or seek out a guru to feel at peace in a living or working space.
One simple way to create a sense of tranquility at home is by...ready, it's so easy and almost as if you already do it automatically... taking a deep breath on purpose. That's right, taking a deep breath, inhale for a count of five, hold that breath for a moment and then exhale for a count of five transforms human cells and calm the mind.
Breathing is where meditation starts. It is the most incredible release of stress and anxiety. It's free and can be done any time of day. Try this breathing technique before entering home after working, then do it again before going into a work environment. It is a great way to release what has happened and bring the mind to the present moment.
To take that to the next level, find a soft and pleasant scent that makes you feel light and free. This scent can be found in a hand soap, candle, tea, citrus fruit or essential oil.
These are the simplest ways to start to feel at OM.
#tranqil #peace #meditation #om #home #work #scents #balance
Hygge, whaat... Hygge who...
tina natalini Aug 25, 2017 1 min read
Pronounced “HUE-gah,” Hygge is a Danish word for cozy and it incorporates a sense of camaraderie and personal contentment. Imagine that warm and snuggly feeling of fall and winter laced throughout the year yet, also adapting to spring and summer.
Cozy can be found in all seasons. The favorite fall and winter scents have made their lasting imprint and are paired with friends and family making memories. However, there is plenty of hygge to be shared with the other two seasons. For me, there is an indescribable and very distinct scent of spring that gently flows through the windows. By the time summer arrives, the air is filled with a sweetness of coconut and pineapple during the day and the evening topped off with the crackle of a bonfire. Add the sweet essence of marshmallow roasting over the campfire and now you have summer hygge.
One element that rounds out the hygge of every season is a blanket or "blanky."
These little details and rituals are where capturing a treasured moment becomes part of your lifestyle. Ahhh.
Hygge, Please...
Thank you Jay-Z (1999). Now, I can finally "rap" along with my new design version of your classic hit.
#hygge #cozy #scents #memories #seasons #people #home #comfort
A Minimalist's Quandary
Photo by: LOGAN WEAVER @lgnwvr
Aug 16, 2017 1 min read
It can be challenging being a minimalist in a big box world. Saving money buying in bulk can be tempting, especially for households with multiple people. Perpetually used items such as TP, soap and my favorite, coconut water make sense to keep in stock. This particular quandary could create a bit of confusion for a new minimalist.
Although buying in bulk is the gateway to becoming a hoarder, it is possible to stock pile efficiently. The bonus is that you can still call yourself a minimalist. Here's how...
1. Make a list of your most used items
2. Research the best deal whether online or at a big box store
3. Choose a dedicated space (a kitchen cabinet, pantry, garage or basement) to store these items and line them up as they would be displayed on a store shelf.
Now you are ready to be a calculated, budget-friendly, efficient minimalist.