Top 10 Blog Posts That Will Simplify Your Life

I love using this time of year to look back and reflect. Some of us tend to skip this part and go head-strong into the new year with the same resolution and plan as last year. But, it’s important to take some time to reflect on what went well, and what didn’t, this past year so that we can learn from it!

Personally, I’m looking back on 2022 to reflect on all areas of my life, including this blog. It’s important to me that I continue to grow and learn better ways to help you all. But today, I’m focusing on some of the positives and sharing with you the top 10 blog posts that will simplify your life on Practigal Blog…just in case you missed these popular posts throughout the year!

Check these posts out if you haven’t already (or even if you need a refresher!) because I can assure you that these are blog posts that will simplify your life.

At the end, I’m also going to share my personal favorites. Make sure to let us know in the comments what your favorite blog post was this year!

Ready to find out what the top 10 posts on Practigal Blog were for 2022?!

Top 10 Blog Posts That Will Simplify Your Life

As a “simplify your life” blog, it’s no surprise that some of my most practical posts in this area made the top 10 list.

We’re going to start from #10 and work our way up to the #1 post on Practigal Blog for 2018!

Will you be surprised by what it is? I know I was! 😜

10. Simple Fall Capsule Wardrobe for the Casual Mom

My fall capsule post was #10 on the list of top 10 blog posts that will simplify your life. We’ve talked a lot about capsule wardrobes on Practigal Blog this year, so I wasn’t surprised that several capsule posts actually made the top 10 list.

In this post, I shared my capsule wardrobe for fall. I explained why I’ve chosen to include (and exclude) certain items. I also explain how I decided on the size of my capsule. Then, I showed you each piece in my casual fall capsule wardrobe including links to where you could buy the same or similar item. And finally, I showed off some of my favorite outfits from this fall capsule.

9. How to Declutter ANY Area of Your Home

My how-to post on decluttering was #9 on the list of top 10 blog posts that will simplify your life. Decluttering your home is another popular topic on Practigal Blog as it is a HUGE help in simplifying your life. A decluttered home means you spend less time, money and space on keeping up with all of your stuff. Therefore, you have more time, money and space for the things that are most important to you!

In this post, I walk you through exactly how to declutter any area of your home. But first, I share with you the many reasons why you should declutter your home. Then, I take you step-by-step through the process of actually decluttering. And at the end of the post, I let you in on my best maintenance secrets so that your newly decluttered home stays that way!

And speaking of maintaining your decluttered home…

8. How to Stay Organized and Stop the Frustrating Cycle of Clutter

My post on staying organized was #8 on the list of top 10 blog posts that will simplify your life. Learning to stop the clutter cycle in your home is essential to maintaining a decluttered home! It’s not just about decluttering regularly…it’s about stopping so much clutter from entering your home in the first place!

In this post, I talk about the bad habits that most of have that contribute to our cluttered homes. The post walks you through the steps you need to take to stay organized and stop the cycle of clutter once and for all. And, it includes different strategies and place that you can use depending on the struggles in your home.

7. How to Be Your Most Productive Self

My post on becoming your most productive self was #7 on the list of top 10 blog posts that will simplify your life. Most of us struggle with being productive as we would like, myself included. I loved having the opportunity to share with you some of the strategies that have worked the best for me.

In this post on productivity, I walk you through “The 3 P’s of Productivity” for you to keep in mind in any busy (or lazy) season. These three components to productivity are the keys to helping you be the most productive you can be, especially on the things that are most important. I make sure to share with you some ideas to include in your routine, as well as ways to take advantage of your personal “prime-time hours”. And finally, I give you the tools you need to stay motivated and focused.

Time-management isn’t as common of a topic on a simplify your life blog, so I was thrilled to find out how well received this post ended up being!

6. Work-at-Home Mom Winter Capsule Wardrobe

My winter capsule wardrobe post was #6 on the list of top 10 blog posts that will simplify your life. I shared my capsule wardrobe during each season so that you can see how it slightly shifts throughout the year for Minnesota’s variety of weather.

In this post, I shared how my capsule wardrobe looks for the winter months. I explained why I’ve chosen to include (and exclude) certain items. Then, I showed you each piece in my casual winter capsule wardrobe including links to where you can buy the same or similar item. At the end of the post, I let you know how I maintain my winter capsule over time.

5. Starter Summer Capsule Wardrobe for the Beginner Minimalist

My summer capsule wardrobe post was #5 on the list of top 10 blog posts that will simplify your life (and my most shared post on social media!). I made sure to emphasize that this is a great example of a starter capsule, as in working with what you already have in your closet. As time goes on, you can slowly add more versatile or higher-quality pieces to improve how your capsule functions.

In this post, I shared how my capsule wardrobe looks in the summer. I showed you which types of pieces I’ve chosen to include (and exclude). Then, I showed you each piece in my starter summer capsule wardrobe including links to where you can buy the same or similar item. Finally, I let you know how I maintain my summer capsule through the years.

4. 20 Signs You Are Secretly a Minimalist

My post that helped you find out if you are (secretly) a minimalist was #4 on the list of top 10 blog posts that will simplify your life. I loved writing this post, and I even included a fun little quiz to help you determine if you might be a minimalist (and to what extent). Many people have preconceived notions about what it means to be a minimalist that may not be correct.

So in this post, I talked about what a minimalist really is and why you might already be one. Not only that, I explained why someone would even want to be a minimalist in the first place! I walk you through what minimalism can do for you and how to determine if this lifestyle is right for you. There are so many signs to look for that point to whether or not you should live more minimally. Find out what they are!

To me, minimalism and simple living go hand-in-hand, so that’s why I write about minimalism a lot for a “simplify your life” blog. Hopefully now you can see the connection and maybe even see the ways that you are more of a minimalist than you may have realized!

3. Declutter an Entire Room in 1 Hour (in 3 Easy Steps!)

My post on how to declutter efficiently was #3 on the list of top 10 blog posts that will simplify your life. I am all about doing things efficiently…especially when it comes to things we don’t really enjoy. Decluttering is often a means to an end. So, finding the fastest way to get it done effectively is a must.

In this post, we talk about the best way to declutter efficiently, an entire room in 1 hour in fact. Like most things, it starts with having the right mindset. I take you through the necessary steps to decluttering efficiently, and I give you my best tips to get the job done quickly and most effectively.

2. Semi-Casual and Frugal Spring Capsule Wardrobe

In this post, I share how my capsule wardrobe looks in the spring when things start to warm up here in Minnesota. This is the only capsule post where I included accessories, so if you’re wondering what kinds of accessories I have for my capsule, you need to check out this one. Then, I showed you each piece in my spring capsule wardrobe including links to where you can buy the same or similar item. Finally, I let you know how I maintain my spring capsule through the years.

And, the #1 post on Practigal Blog for 2018 is… (drum roll please)

1. How to Easily Pack Light For a Trip

Can you believe it?! My post on how to pack light was #1 on the list of top 10 blog posts that will simplify your life! This post was actually a way for me to show you another amazing benefit of having a capsule wardrobe, so clearly capsules win on Practigal Blog this year!

In this post, I show you how to pack smart with only the essentials. And actually, I list items that are probably essential and the types of items you should just leave at home. I also explain why having a capsule wardrobe makes packing light even easier. When your clothes already easily mix-and-match, it’s easy to pack quickly and minimally. I even show you what I actually brought on a 10-day trip so that you can see a small capsule in action!

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Well, there you have it! These were the top 10 posts on Practigal Blog in 2018 and I couldn’t be more proud. Thank you for taking the time to read these posts and share them with others. I couldn’t have done it without you!

I had so much fun writing and sharing all of these posts with you, but I definitely have some other favorites that I would love for you to check out!

My Favorite Posts of 2022:

• 8 Ways Minimalism Improved My Mental Health. The topic of mental health is important to me, so I loved sharing how my struggle with depression and anxiety has changed since discovering minimalism.
• How to Get (and Stay) Motivated to Declutter. This post was actually written by Melissa of Simple Lionheart Life. I just loved her advice for how to get unstuck when it comes to the sometimes daunting task of decluttering our homes.
• How to Find High-Quality Clothing and Where to Shop. In fact, I did a whole series on capsule wardrobes since it is such a popular topic on Practigal Blog, but this one was by far my favorite (because I needed it too!). Other posts in this series include how to create a capsule wardrobe for kids, an example of a back-to-school capsule wardrobe for girls, possible outfits from my fall capsule wardrobe, how to find your style, and how to maintain your capsule wardrobe through the years.
• How to Rock Your Day and Stick to a Routine. Routines are what help me most stay on task, put my priorities first, and stay calm. I loved giving you some helpful ideas for how to establish and stick to the routines that are most helpful for you.
• How to Practice Self-Care When You Are Just So Busy. We all go through busy seasons, no matter how minimally we live. This post will show you how to make self-care a priority…no matter what kind of season you find yourself in. Read this post for some motivation to take good care of yourself each and every day, as well as some effective ways of doing so.

Make sure you take a moment to let me know which post was your favorite in the comments below and don’t forget to share this post!