Minimalism
It’s never final
I've had emails sent to me with attached files labeled "final" or "final revision". In the past I've done this myself. The problem with attaching the word "final" to any file is that it's never final. There will
Joshua Wold
Minimalism
Content creation vs. consumption
This year I want to be a content creator, not just a consumer. I've spent much of my life consuming content and filling my mind with information. This year I'm going to spend less time clogging my mind with junk and more time writing and being
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Zero inbox
Zero inbox is a mentality that I've picked up in the last year and have applied with great success. For every email you open you have three choices. You can either delete, wait, or archive. Let's look at each of these closely. 1. DeleteTry to find
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Minimal email
We're surrounded by email. We use it every day and it's become an integral part of our lives. Here are five ways to keep your emails to the minimum. 1. Keep it shortWe don't want to live in our inboxes and no one likes
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Minimalist packing
I pack light while traveling. It’s a challenge to see how little I can bring with me. Experience has taught me what is absolutely necessary and what is dead weight. For short trips, whether by plane or car, I bring my laptop bag and one carry on sized bag.
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My smartphone debate
This is a hard one for me. I’ve admired the iPhone for years and considered getting one. But I’ve held off. Then there are the Android phones which get better every year, not to mention the new iPhones. A smartphone promises instant and constant connectivity, access to unlimited
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The stuff we keep
Stuff complicates our lives. It can become a plague, increasing and demanding space, creeping into our closets, drawers, garages, basements and attics. The longer it’s there the harder it becomes to part with. As a result we buy larger houses or rent storage units. Moving becomes a nightmare. Take
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Setting priorities straight
Our society is distracted. Information comes at us from all directions vying for our attention. We are connected to streams of communication and constant activity. A wealth of knowledge is at our fingertips with answers for any conceivable question. We are more connected and social than ever before. The question
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Television is a waste of time
Imagine taking the time spent watching television and devoting that to something worthwhile. Suddenly you have free time available to spend with loved ones or on developing new skills. No cable or dish means having one less bill to pay each month. If you want to watch a movie visit
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How many keys?
Look at your keys. Are you carrying a five pound ball of metal, rubber and plastic? I have found that I only need a single keyring with keys for my car, apartment, and office. For rewards cards I tell the store clerk my phone number and they’ll honor my
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Water is the perfect drink
Our bodies contain a lot of water. In order for our organs to run smoothly we must stay hydrated. Try to drink eight glasses of water daily, if active drink more. Other drinks are best reserved for special occasions. Water is the perfect minimalist drink as it doesn’t contain