Anxiety related to hanging, kitchen decluttering, and feeling elated about the outcome
In the past week, the author has been on a journey of self-discovery and sharing valuable insights with readers. Here's a roundup of some of the key takeaways from the author's recent posts.
Meal Planning Made Easy
The author offers five simple tips to streamline meal planning and make it less daunting. From meal prep to batch cooking, these practical suggestions are designed to help you save time and reduce stress in the kitchen.
Decluttering the Kitchen
In a bid to create a more organised and efficient kitchen space, the author suggests tossing out ten specific items that are often overlooked but take up valuable space. By decluttering, you not only create a more functional kitchen but also reduce distractions and increase your productivity.
Embrace Freedom and Lightness
The author reminds readers of the importance of letting go of burdens, attachments, and negative emotions to achieve a sense of freedom, peace, and emotional lightness. This message is echoed in various philosophical and spiritual teachings, including Stoicism, Taoism, and Buddhism. By consciously relinquishing what no longer serves or belongs to you, you create space for clarity, calm, and freedom.
Travel for Coffee and Connection
Currently, the author is spending time traveling for coffee and connection, exploring new places and meeting interesting people. This change of pace and routine is proving to be a refreshing break from the usual routine.
Book Recommendations
The author has recommended 22 books in total—20 for cozying up with this fall and two new releases this week. Whether you're looking for a captivating novel, a thought-provoking non-fiction read, or a guide to personal growth, the author has something for everyone.
The Simplicity Space Workshops
The Simplicity Space is opening soon and hosting workshops designed to help you discover joy in life. Sign up now to learn practical tips for decluttering, organising, and simplifying your life.
Holiday Kitchen Essentials
The author offers advice on keeping your kitchen counter minimal and functional during the holidays. They recommend using fancy dishes to elevate your holiday meals and suggest limiting countertop items to just four essentials.
Personal Growth Through Questions
The author encourages readers to ask themselves 99 questions for personal growth. These questions cover various aspects of life, including relationships, career, and personal development, and are designed to help you reflect, grow, and make positive changes.
The Holiday Survival Kit
The author has received The Holiday Survival Kit, a valuable resource for small business owners during the holiday season. This kit is packed with practical tips, tools, and strategies to help you navigate the busy period and come out on top.
Save Articles for Later Reading
Finally, the author offers an email service to help you save articles for later reading. Simply sign up, and you'll receive a daily digest of the most interesting articles from around the web, all in one convenient place.
[1] Stoicism: Seneca, "Letters from a Stoic," Letter 65 [2] Taoism: Lao Tzu, "Tao Te Ching," Chapter 33 [3] Buddhism: Thich Nhat Hanh, "The Miracle of Mindfulness" [4] Weekend Wisdom: "If you want to be light, you have to let go"
- The author, currently traveling for coffee and connection, reminds readers about the importance of achieving emotional lightness, a concept shared in teachings like Stoicism, Taoism, and Buddhism.
- To help you save time and reduce stress in the kitchen, the author provides five simple tips for meal planning, which range from meal prep to batch cooking.
- For those seeking personal growth, the author recommends asking themselves 99 questions that cover various aspects of life, including relationships, career, and personal development.
- To declutter your kitchen and create a more functional space, the author suggests discarding ten items that often go unnoticed yet take up valuable room.
- In preparation for the busy holiday season, the author offers advice on keeping your kitchen counter minimal by using fancy dishes to elevate your holiday meals and limiting countertop items to just four essentials.
