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1 " There is so much we can’t control about how fast things are moving, so it’s even more important to slow down the spaces and places we can. Simplifying things will help. Eliminating things will help. Less will help. "
― Courtney Carver , Project 333: The Minimalist Fashion Challenge That Proves Less Really Is So Much More
2 " You won’t look back and remember the time you didn’t complete your to-do list, but you may look back and remember the beautiful life you lived. "
3 " I refuse to live in fear of not having enough. "
4 " Don’t wait until you know it all or have it all. Just ease in, pay attention to thundering ideas, and take advantage of everything creativity has to offer. "
5 " The people who get upset about you setting boundaries are the ones who were benefiting from you having none. "
6 " Consistency matters more than intensity. "
7 " she selectively surrounds herself with her favorite things and the people she loves. She does work she truly cares about, goes on adventures "
8 " Does it fit? Does it feel good? Do I enjoy wearing it? Is it versatile? "
9 " Your stuff does not have the power to change your life. Nothing you buy will make you a better person. Only you can do that. "
10 " Some things won’t get done. That’s okay. You won’t look back and remember the time you didn’t complete your to-do list, but you may look back and remember the beautiful life you lived. "
11 " Guess what I’m not doing today? I’m not raking leaves, mowing the lawn, replacing the roof, or negotiating with neighbors to replace the fence.” Instead, we went for a hike. "
12 " trying to convince or get your family on board doesn’t work, but inspiring them by walking the walk? That works. "
13 " Businesses often have policies to let you know what to expect. People have boundaries. If a business has policies you disagree with, you may stop doing business with them. With people, it’s a little different. Often, boundaries are pushed, or not honored. Most will understand, but some won’t. A wise person once said, “The people who get upset about you setting boundaries are the ones who were benefiting from you having none. "
14 " If I found a shirt I liked, I bought more of them, in different colors (and then wore the black one all the time). "
15 " By extending the life of your clothing by an additional nine months, you can reduce your carbon, water, and waste footprints by 20 to 30 percent each. "
16 " Where was it made? How was it made? What is it made of? Is it timeless and made to last, so I’ll wear it for years to come? Do I already have something similar in my closet? "
17 " Making a pair of jeans uses the same amount of water as flushing your toilet for three years. "