Minimalism can feel like a buzzword that only the most committed can attain. Our guest today, Rachel Bright, made living a more simplified lifestyle seem like both a worthy goal and also a realistic one. Paris and I are both feeling inspired to clear out our excess in order to make room for calm, clean, and intentional time in our homes.  

Recommended Books:  
- Outer Order Inner Calm by Gretchen Rubin  
- The Joy of Less by Francine Jay  
- The Life Changing Magic of Tidying up & Spark Joy by Marie  
- Simplicity Parenting by Kim John Payne and Lisa Ross  
- The Montessori Toddler by Simone Davies  

Other tips not mentioned:  
- Rent or borrow when you can before you buy something! (Ex: power tools, library books, even clothing rental )  
- It is easiest to do my closet after I’ve gotten something new that I loooove—this helps because I can compare all my other things to the new item  
-On Holidays start with your focus on the other senses first before you buy decor! Holiday candles/oils, food menu, music, etc.  
- One-in-one out! If I get a new toaster I’ll donate the old one  
- It is important once you’ve finished to put systems in place so that others can maintain what you’ve done—like labels and clear categories  

You can see more of Rachel on Instagram @rachelmbright.
Find us on instagram @brittanywestoverfrye and @paris.tews.