Want a simpler life? Here are 12 common habits to stop if you’re feeling overwhelmed—practical ways to create more peace, clarity, and space. The article “12 Things to Stop Doing If You Want a Simpler Life” from No Sidebar offers…
Here is a fun fact – people-pleasing drains your energy and fuels chaos. We’ve all done it. Someone asks for a favour, and even though your gut says “no,” your mouth says “yes.” Maybe it’s helping a friend move on…
Letting go is often talked about like it’s a single, dramatic moment of release—a bold decision, a final goodbye. But in truth, the art of letting go is something we practise, little by little, every single day. It’s not a…
Today, many people are turning to meditation to cultivate calm, clarity, and balance in their lives. But as meditation becomes more mainstream, a growing question has emerged: Do meditation and music go hand in hand, or is it better to…
Okay, let’s address the first part of the question… “What is meditation about?” Well, according to Wikipedia, meditation is defined as… “… a practice where an individual uses a technique – such as mindfulness, or focusing their mind on a…
In our fast-paced world, where multitasking is worn like a badge of honor and silence is often drowned out by endless notifications, the idea of sitting still for 20 minutes to meditate can feel like a luxury—or even a chore.…
I don’t know about you but for me, trying to find moments of calm and inner peace throughout the day can feel like trying to hold onto water. It slips through your fingers just when you think you’ve grasped it.…
Sometimes it seems that we live in a world that constantly tells us “more is better,” but minimalism offers a radically different path. It’s not about deprivation, stark white rooms, or throwing away all your belongings. Instead, minimalism is about…
In a world that often demands more of our time, energy, and attention than we have to give, many of us are searching for simple, accessible ways to slow down, catch our breath, and regain our sense of calm. One…