Creating something magical
Improv Everywhere has taken a simple carousel and turned it into something magical for all involved. Sometimes we forget how magical simple things can be. A box becomes a car. A container of play-dough can become spaghetti, a pizza, or a giant worm to eat it all. A pile of sheets and blankets becomes a [...]
Five tips for creating simple beauty
Beauty is all around us. And often it’s found in the most simplest of things. Take for instance, Brian Eno’s Thinking Music Part IV. An 57:56 minute track of simple, single harmonious notes that play at a seemingly random pattern and bring a sense of calm and relaxation to the stress of the world around [...]
Simple Bloggers to watch in 2011
I’m always inspired by folks living out this journey we call “Living Simply” and even more so by those who take the time to share their journey with us via their blogs or other online activities. There are definitely some big name folks out there, but I want to draw some special attention to 7 [...]
The simple life of Francis of Assisi
Reading several stories of Francis of Assisi and his community this weekend, I’m inspired to see what it really means to live simply, so others may simply live. Francis of Assisi was born around the turn of the 13th century as one of seven children born to Pietro di Bernardone, a rich cloth merchant. He [...]
A prayer of simplicity
Jesus said, “And when you come before God, don’t turn that into a theatrical production either. All these people making a regular show out of their prayers, hoping for stardom! Do you think God sits in a box seat? “Here’s what I want you to do: Find a quiet, secluded place so you won’t be [...]
Simple Manifesto #59 – Fill your day with simple pleasures
This is part of our series on Leo Babauta’s Simple Living Manifesto. We invite you to join us on the journey. The 59th idea in the manifesto is: Fill your day with simple pleasures. Make a list of your favorite simple pleasures, and sprinkle them throughout your day. List here. We have an amazing tendency [...]
15 simple ways to improve your health in a week
Drink plenty of water — most doctors recommend at least eight to nine glasses of water a day Avoid drinking sodas or other sugary drinks Take a 15-30 minute walk each day Cook your meals this week — avoid eating out and eating processed foods Eat breakfast like a king, lunch like a prince and [...]
