7 Favorite Books On Simple Living
Reading has been an essential part of my quest to live more simply. Great writers can tell stories and paint pictures that stay with us for a lifetime. When I went back to college in my 30s, I started reading…
Category Minimalism
The heart of Hipdiggs, the Minimalism category delves deep into the philosophy and practice of minimalism. It explores the benefits of a minimalist lifestyle, offers practical tips for decluttering, and encourages thoughtful discussions about consumerism, simplicity, and finding happiness in less.
Al McCullough On Selling All Your Stuff
Al McCullough, and his wife Shelly, made a bold move a couple of years ago. They sold almost everything they owned and moved to a foreign country. They also started a blog about their journey. Today, I visit with Al…
The 7-Day Spring Cleaning Challenge
It’s spring. I’d like to motivate you to make some simple changes around your home. It’s time to let go of the old. The new will be the peaceful results you achieve by letting go of the old. Let’s get…
How To Become A Minimalist
So you’ve heard about this thing called minimalism and you’ve decided you want to become a minimalist. I’ve got good news for you. I can teach you how to become a minimalist. But first, we need to discuss what minimalism…
Introducing Anderhill Music
As we roll into another year, I’m moving forward with music. I’ve recently developed a new moniker for my electronic musical compositions. Introducing Anderhill. Photo Credit You might wonder why Anderhill? It’s simple. First I used letters from my own…
Find Lasting Peace In Every Season: It’s Something On The Inside
Do you ever struggle to find lasting peace in your life? It’s not always easy. I’m a single dad and a homeowner with a full-time job. Peace? How can I find peace when I’m always running? The answer is easier…
Less
Photo by Dan Erickson Occasionally, I write a poem at Hip Diggs. Today, the poem is more of a parable. I’m a creative writer at heart. In fact, it’s my belief that minimalism and creativity work well together. By having less…
Listening To New Music Supports A Minimalist Lifestyle
I could do many different things with my time and money. Some of those things would not be minimalist. I could buy stuff. I could fill my schedule with busyness. Or I could do something that is simple and free.…
Live With Less Stress In 2017 And Forever
At the end of each year, I like to create some simple goals for the following year. In 2017, my #1 goal is to live with less stress. This isn’t easy as a working, single parent, and a homeowner. Still,…
Longterm Minimalist Planning: Are You Ready?
You may not be ready to give up all your stuff and live like a monk. Each of us has our own life situation. I own a home. I’m raising a kid. I live simply, but I’m not quite as…
