Minimalism, Being an Author and What We Actually Do!
I had the chance to chat with fellow author Zoey Poulsen and discuss minimalism —and a few things in between
For this blog post in video form, please head to my YouTube channel or check the bottom of this post.
One of my favorite things about my job is getting inspired by the people I work with.
I had the pleasure of collaborating with published author, Certified Life Coach, and YouTuber Zoey Arielle. We get real in this talk about minimalism, writing books and the toughest parts of our job.
Zoey shares her journey of minimalism and how she used to use '“stuff” to fill a void she felt in her life. Zoey also shares how she has been able to maintain a minimalistic approach in all aspects of her life, including her mindset. She was able to share this insight in her keynote speech, at the @unleash.whistler conference, a gathering I co-hosted all about empowerment.
WHAT MINIMALISM MEANS TO ME
Let’s talk about “stuff,” an interesting topic for both Zoey and I, since I am a decluttering expert and she lives a minimalist lifestyle. Minimalism has been something I've learned through living and working abroad in my previous corporate career. Since I was always on the go, I had to minimize my belongings and determine what I truly needed. While this was difficult at first, it helped me learn to love living more simply (except for shoes - I can never part with my many pairs!).
Minimalism means different things to different people. I can’t deny that as a shopper, I have felt lots of negativity around this word. For me, minimalism means being more conscious and mindful of my purchases, and taking a hard look at how the items I already own impact me on a daily basis.
I also asked Zoey how she manifested her dream life, a life that includes signing book deals while travelling in Italy. Her advice? Always stay true to what you believe and what makes your heart happy and the rest will be manifested. I also talked to Zoey how, sometimes, it is difficult to own what we do. Having to convince skeptics that YouTuber is a job title, and one that adds a lot of value to the world, is a constant struggle. Catch her great answer to this question on the video below.
