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Actionable tips and practical advice to help you reduce your footprint
Gift like a minimalist: 16 meaningful gift ideas for any occasion
Are you sick of giving gifts just because it’s Christmas, Valentine’s Day or Mother’s Day, and television commercials or societal expectations tell you it’s the right thing to do? Are you looking for gift ideas that are truly meaningful and appreciated by those on the...
Van Life: How much it cost us to get started
Today’s article talks about what it cost us to start our van life in New Zealand. But, before we jump into the detail, some background for you: When we farewelled our corporate lives in Sydney, we had a goal: to earn enough money to sustain our lifestyle for as long...
Van Life Essentials: Key fixtures and fittings for your campervan
When Paul and I decided to buy a campervan to travel around New Zealand for a year, we had no idea what to look for. Whether you have only a few (thousand) bucks to get you started or you want to create a luxury home on wheels, in this article, we go through the key...
Van Life Essentials: The minimalist’s packing list for your campervan travels
When Paul and I bought our campervan, all we owned fitted into our travel packs. The essentials you need when living in a van full-time were not among our possessions (anymore). And as our campervan came devoid of any inventory (to speak of), we had to buy things...
Van Life: How much does it cost to explore New Zealand?
Those of you who’ve been following us for a while know that we keep track of and publish our travel costs all around the world. In this article, we share with you what it cost (us) to explore New Zealand for 12 months in 2018. Why could this be of interest to you? By...
Mail Forwarding New Zealand / Australia: How to get mail when you travel
While many of us receive our bills online these days, we can’t avoid physical mail altogether. So, what do you do with letters and parcels if you travel (around New Zealand or Australia) for more than just a few weeks? How do you provide proof of residential address...
Digitise your old photos, negatives and documents with this step-by-step guide
Do you want to simplify your life but have boxes upon boxes of old photos, photo albums, and even some 35mm negatives gathering dust in your attic or garage? What about those piles of old documents in your office and the recipe clippings in your kitchen? Isn’t it time...
Could you gift differently these holidays?
Every year, in the weeks and days before the holidays (or Mother’s/Father’s/Valentine’s Day), the same frenzy unfolds: Facebook groups are full of ‘What gift should I get for … ?’, often followed by ‘They already have everything’. Retail stores are packed; parking...
Less stuff = healthier planet? Why minimalism is good for us all
For many, COVID-19 is now a thing of the past, but the effects of it and the high cost of living are stopping us from returning to the old normal. We hope that the pandemic has been enough of a wake-up call to ensure whatever we do next doesn’t look like what we left...
Healthy and plastic-free: Coconut Matter deodorants will put you in the mood
Are you looking for an all-natural, plant-based, eco-friendly and plastic-free deodorant? Coconut Matter’s Mood deodorant range could be just what you’re after. It has lots of reasons going for it and not much against. And by the way: although some of the advertising...
An Intentional Life: Be inspired by these must-watch documentaries
Podcasts, books, (video) blogs and documentaries about intentional living (and its various incarnations) have been a great source of inspiration (and motivation booster) on our journey, and we are happy to share with you a shortlist of documentaries and television...
Goodbye Fast Fashion: How sustainably and ethically made is what you wear?
Living out of carry-on travel packs year-round, we have researched (almost) all our gear. Whatever made the cut meets our needs as location-independent, minimalist travellers and is sure to stand the test of time. Quality over quantity is not just a snappy phrase but...
How our lifestyle choices impact our carbon footprint
To halt global warming, we (collectively) need to achieve NET ZERO carbon emissions by 2050 (and significantly reduce other greenhouse gas emissions). That target doesn’t just apply to countries or specific industries. It applies to EVERY SINGLE ONE OF US. But how...
Our Five Common Core Values – How We Live Our Lives
We live our values. It’s a bold statement, but what does it actually mean? And what are the core values we live by? Today’s article will shed a light on that.Sign up to receive our email newsletter full of actionable tips and practical advice every month [fluentform...
Your money as a force for good: How to save and invest ethically and sustainably
In another article, we briefly touched on the topic of sustainable savings and investments. It’s such a big topic, we thought that it warranted its own dedicated article. Furthermore, a study by the Responsible Investment Association Australasia (RIAA) found that 83%...
11 Life-Changing Podcasts For Aspiring Minimalists in 2024
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