“Make room for things that matter by removing everything that doesn’t” (Brian Gardner)
I’ve never been drawn to ruffles or lace. If given the choice between frilly and functional, I’ll choose functional every time. I prefer clean lines, clear writing, and relationships built on honesty and simplicity.
Which brings me to today’s topic: simplifying. Simplifying is not about settling for less. It is about removing excess so there is more room for what truly matters. It means cutting away distractions and unnecessary extras so the moments that bring meaning and joy can stand out more clearly.
The goal is not to strip life of beauty or healthy pleasure. Nor is it to shrink your dreams or ambitions. Instead, it is to let go of the extras that pull your attention away from what genuinely moves you forward.
When we simplify, we begin to notice the richness already present in everyday life instead of always chasing more. Our attention returns to life’s real blessings: the love of family and friends, food on the table, and a roof over our heads.
At its core, simplifying is not about deprivation. It is about clearing away the unnecessary so we can better appreciate life’s simple joys.
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Published by Renee Srch
Born to an American father and a British mother, Renée Srch grew up in France where she obtained her French Baccalaureate. She attended IBME in Switzerland, graduating with a degree in Missions and Theology.
She is a wife, a mother to three boys, and a critter mom to two rescue dogs and fourteen rescue cats. Renée has led and taught writing workshops through the Ozarks Chapter of American Christian Writers and is currently a member of the Springfield Writer’s Guild and Sleuth's Ink, in Springfield, Mo.
Renée has published thirteen books under her given name. She also writes suspense novels under pen name R.J. Dawkins. She writes across genres and for all age groups. Her brand is Wholesome Books for the Whole Family. Besides her own books, she has contributed to four Chicken Soup for the Soul books, two anthologies, and published numerous magazine articles. She has received several awards, among which was an award from Writer’s Digest for her personal essay, Treasures from the Sea, and Global Library Award and Book Cover Award for Miracle Moments; Helping the Rescued Become the Rescuers. Her children’s book, It’s Dark in the Ark, was a number one bestseller on Amazon.
You can learn more about her work at www.ReneeVajkoSrch.com, https://www.facebook.com/ReneeVajkoSrch
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