Lifestyle at Hipdiggs is about embracing simplicity in all aspects of life. This category explores topics like minimalism, mindfulness, and sustainable living, offering practical advice and thoughtful reflections on how to live a more intentional, less cluttered life.
I grew up dirt poor. My family was on government assistance. After high school, I couldn’t afford to go to college. I started working minimum wage jobs. Living like a pauper through my 20s and 30s taught me a few…
Have you ever struggled with worry? It can be overwhelming. Worry is like rocking in a rocking chair to get to your destination. It doesn’t work. No matter how fast you rock, you stay in one place. We can begin…
Just because I blog about simple living, it doesn’t mean I’m a simple Simon. Living simple should not exclude an education. A dorm room is good place to learn to live simple, too. If you don’t get an education while…
It’s getting to be that time of the year again: Christmas. I love the holiday season, but I don’t love the chaos and clutter that can come with it. This year I’m going to intentionally use the 12 days leading…
When I was in college, I was a regular napper. I’d find a quiet corner in the library between classes and take a 20-minute power nap. It did wonders. I woke up refreshed and ready to focus on my next…
Whether it’s stuff, a relationship, or a job, there comes a time when we need to let go. Part of my minimalist journey has been learning how to know when something is no longer useful. How do we decide when…
Another year has come and gone. The years sure seem to fly by, don’t they? I like to set a few simple goals each year. At the end of the year, I review my successes and failures. This year’s report…
I’m a musician, a writer, an amateur photographer, and an artist wannabe. Do you notice anything about these hobbies? They’re all creative. I think everybody should consider practicing one creative hobby. If nothing else, at least give one a try.…
How many fad diets have you tried? Did they work? I’m not a fan of diet plans. I think they lock us into too many rules and regulations. Eating healthy boils down to common sense and moderation. My diet is…
What if we focused on gratitude all year long? What if we didn’t limit thankfulness to a season or special occasions? What kind of difference could we make in this world? Take some time to be thankful. I’m going to…
