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I was contacted by the folks over at Custom Made about a tiny house movement infographic that they created for us which shares how less is more. And how in many ways we’re going back to square one with tiny homes.

It’s obvious that the word on simple living is growing and I believe it’s because it just makes sense. People from all sorts of backgrounds are editing their lives to make it easier for themselves to live simpler, happier lives.

The best part is that there are so many benefits you can experience when simplifying. Like more money, less waste, a healthier environment, better relationships, and an overall happier and more meaningful life.

I think this infographic represents just about all of that. It also shows us some disturbing facts about where we’ve been heading as a society. And I think you’ll agree that what we’ve been doing as a collective society doesn’t make much sense at all. But we’re changing that now, aren’t we? There is hope.

Less Is More Tiny House Movement Infographic

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Images © CustomMade.com

Please enjoy and re-share the full infographic below:

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This is the 1000th Tiny House Newsletter Issue celebration re-launch of The Power of Simple Living: 140 Inspiring Quotes to Simplify Your Life (And Get What You Want) eBook!

And I’m excited to share it with you because it’s about how to simplify and gain more freedom in 6 key areas of your life (see below).

The eBook is designed to help you discover more freedom so if you REALLY want to continue to unlock the power of simplifying, I think you’ll love this because…

It doesn’t matter whether or not you live in a tiny house right now because..

You Can Simplify More Than Just Your Stuff!

And that’s the purpose of this book. Not just to look at simplifying what you own, but everything else too.

So if you’re looking for a guide on how to get rid of ‘your stuff’ so you can downsize this is NOT it.

This is going a little deeper than that but it doesn’t mean we won’t touch on material possessions.

Other Key Areas of Your Life You Can Simplify

This collection of hand picked quotes have been carefully selected and organized into appropriate categories, which represent the most important parts of your life so you can simplify more than just ‘your stuff’. I’m here to help you simplify your:

  • Mind.
  • Stuff.
  • People.
  • Work.
  • Money.
  • Health.

Here’s Why…

  • Simplify your thoughts so you can experience more clarity and purpose.
  • Simplify your attitude so you can get more out of life now.
  • Simplify your stuff so you can get more focus.
  • Simplify your wants and desires so you know what to go after.
  • Simplify your relationships so you’re around the people who are right for you.
  • Simplify your work so you can get more of the most important things done every day.
  • Simplify your money so you can attract more of it into your life the way you want it.
  • Simplify your health so you can feel better and enjoy more positive energy.

Because, as I like to say, over and over… It’s not just about stuff.

There’s Too Much Focus on Stuff

In fact, if you’re here, stuff’s not all that important to you anyway, is it?

I like my stuff. And you should too. But isn’t there a bunch of other areas that are way more important? Like…

Your health. Your relationships. You. Your career. How you handle your money. Your outlook on life. Your attitude. The attitudes of those around you. Those kind of things really impact our lives possibly even more than our stuff, don’t they?

We Can’t Just Blame it All on our Stuff

To blame all of our problems on ‘stuff’, is just a little much, don’t you think? Because before we got the ‘stuff’ we had the ‘thoughts’ that ‘wanted’ the stuff, right? So I’m here to simplify a lot more than just your material things. And to really help you get to the source of the problem that attracted the junk in the first place.

How this Little Quotes eBook Might Change Your Life Forever

This little quotes ebook is geared to help inspire you to:

  • Identify and remove what’s no longer serving you in your life.
  • Create the space you need to attract what you do want.
  • Appreciate more of what you already have.
  • Get the most out of what you already have.
  • Truly live simply in more areas of your life so you can experience even more benefits of simplicity.

Great Minds Practice Simplicity in All Areas

But how will I do all of this for you using quotes?

Meet Your ‘Teachers’

  • Albert Einstein
  • Thomas Jefferson
  • Abraham Lincoln
  • Steve Jobs
  • Gandhi
  • Mother Theresa
  • Hermann Hesse
  • Bob Marley
  • Winston Churchill
  • Ralph Waldo Emerson
  • Bob Dylan
  • Bruce Lee
  • Buddha
  • Lao Tzu
  • Henry David Thoreau

…and many more! In fact, here’s some of what you find in the eBook:

“Our freedom can be measured by the number of things we can walk away from.”
– Vernon Howard

“Use it up, wear it out, make it do, or do without.” – Proverb

“Forget your lust for the rich man’s gold, all that you need is in your soul.”
― Lynyrd Skynyrd

“Be content with what you have; rejoice in the way things are. When you realize there is nothing lacking, the whole world belongs to you.” ― Lao Tzu

“Don’t waste your love on somebody, who doesn’t value it.”
― William Shakespeare, Romeo and Juliet

“The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others.”
Mahatma Gandhi

“Libraries will get you through times of no money better than money will get you through times of no libraries.”
Anne Herbert

“For I don’t care too much for money, for money can’t buy me love.” The Beatles

“Laughter is the best medicine.” Proverb

“The greatest wealth is health.” Virgil

“I will not let anyone walk through my mind with their dirty feet.” ― Mahatma Gandhi

Now’s your opportunity to learn the power of simplicity from these masters. But why quotes?

Because quotes are simple!

They offer you amazing insights in only a sentence or two.

Sometimes all it takes is one powerful thought or idea delivered to you at the right moment to positively change the direction of your life forever and take you to new heights.

“To be yourself in a world that is constantly trying to make you something else is the greatest accomplishment.”
― Ralph Waldo Emerson

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I’ve created this downsizing 101 page to use as a resource for those of you who are in the process of or are at least interested in downsizing.

If that’s you… You’re in the right place! In fact, I wish I had this resource when I first started to downsize as it would have saved me a lot of headache, time and mistakes.

Enjoy the following tips, tricks, and ‘hacks’ that will save you time, money and frustration when simplifying all areas of your life including:

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“Tiny House Talk is one of the best resources I’ve read on the web for tiny home living. Alex’s blog has a ton of resources for any and all types of tiny home living including treehouses. Even if you’re not planning on living in a treehouse, I would take a peek at that section, this beach treehouse in particular! The newsletter has a ton of info as well! Overall, there are very few excuses you can make to not build a tiny home after diving into the content.
– Austin, Outbound Living
“Thank you so much for the post! I totally love it & am feeling super tiny house famous right now lol 🙂 Again thanks for all that you do, you have no clue how much your newsletter has inspired me & brought me joy in the past couple years!!”
– Brittany

 

“Heyyy Alex, Just wanted to let you know: I LOVE your newsletter. Ordinarily, I won’t sign up for newsletters as a rule. I hate them; feel they’re intrusive; and are usually worthless, but yours is the best I’ve seen. I find myself checking my email, waiting for another update to show. What I like most are the hyperlinks with examples of different tiny homes: great stuff. Also, the layout of your newsletter is perfect. It’s very simple, so I can sift through it quickly, clicking on only the info I choose to make time for (there’s nothing worse than having to wade through volumes of info, only to realize at the end, none of it relates to you – ouch!). Keep ’em coming.”
– Chris P.

“My wife and I love your website….Bravo for starting it…I refer all the people I can to go take a look at what your doing on the web…Thank you!”
– B. Winger

Awesome! Thank you! You are chock full of helpful resources. So very appreciated!
– Tuline

“Alex- Hey I just wanted to write and thank you again for all you did on the Terrapin.  I haven’t sold that particular unit yet, but I just received a 50% downpayment from a woman in VA for a very similar model.  She mentioned in her first email that she came across the post on Tiny House Talk.  This is sort of big moment for this venture, and I can’t thank you enough for helping it along. If/when our paths cross, dinner and beers are on me.”
– Peter Pavlowich, Casual Turtle Campers

“Hi Alex, I LOVE Brian Levy’s NO LOFT Tiny House!!! 🙂 I hope more people start designing these. I’m not a fan of lofts either, so was pleasantly surprised to see this little gem. BRAVO! GREAT planning ideas all the way around; the hidden bed, the movable table, double duty furniture, and good “cooking” kitchen. ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL! You just restored my interest in Tiny Houses starting to be built for real people! Thanks! 🙂 Cheers!”
– Roxanne H., Reader

“Hi, Alex– THANK YOU for posting Dee’s reading— I just finished reading the Big Tiny, and it was awesome to hear her speak. Thanks again!”
– Kerry

“Good morning, Alex, This blog is the highlight of my day. I mean it. Have a great day, and thanks for all that you do.”
– Sara, Reader

“Thank you very much for all the information you share with us, Alex. Have a great day!”
– George

“Hi Alex, I must first say I love your website. I am intrigued by the Tiny Houses. After living the American dream and raising two children I now find myself in a very different place. I am single and alone. Do not feel sorry for me. I couldn’t be happier! I currently live in a 300sq. ft. apartment by choice! I am still working on living with what I need, but your examples have really helped me realize what I need and want. What I want is to work less and have more time and money to travel. My dream is to live in The Outer Banks of North Carolina. I travel there as often as my work permits. Seven times last year! Three times this year, but a cruise in June is limiting a few trips! Next year I have a trip planned to Scandinavia! Not something I would be doing if I were still in that American dream house!! Keep the newsletters and information coming. I love it! Sincerely,”
– Melinda B.

“Dear Alex, I wanted to let you know how much I enjoy these emails from you and the info in them. Thank you for the time and effort you put into it.”
– Terri

“You are doing a great job, Alex! Thank you for sending these encouraging examples of tiny house examples to my in box!”
– Dave

“Hey There!!! So, I just discovered this awesomeness today, after being bored and surfing Netflix. I came across a documentary called, “Tiny,” and was hooked!!! Talk about making me reflect on how I let society tell me what I need and how I should live to be happy. I was sick to my stomach. I know it seems a bit radical to most…the thought of simplifying your life in order to live less wasteful and more efficiently. Oh, wait…the idea of NOT wanting to live that way seems radical to me! Ugh… Anyway…I’m ranting, but I wanted to say that I’m looking forward to this newsletter and learning more!!! Thanks!…for all you do!”
– Delilah

“Alex, I look forward, each day, to your newsletter and am enthralled with the variety of tiny homes. I long for one, and hopefully, when I retire, can move closer to the coast and have my own. I live in Darlington, South Carolina, and would love to be near one of the less populated beaches on our coast. We shall see what the Lord has in store, but that is my dream. Again, thank you for sharing these wonderful homes with me. With joy,”
– Susan Bridgers, Darlington, SC

I’m always looking for more testimonials, success stories and praise for the tiny house movement so if you’d like to share your gratitude here just get in touch with me here and let me know.

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I’m dedicating this page to tiny house guides, books and eBooks for those of you, like me, who are looking into living tiny.

For me, tiny living has always represented big things. And I’m sure for you it’s the same. A small space, to me, is much more than just a house.

It represents a future. It represents my dreams. My potential. And it’s the same for you.

Tiny houses have the ability to give you, me, and everybody an affordable and awesome home to live simply and thrive in.

Bookmark and save this page right now! Also- join our free daily tiny house newsletter if you already haven’t to stay in touch and so you can remember to come back here and see what’s new. This page is always being improved and updated.

Top Tiny House Guides, Books and eBooks

Bolt Together House on Lester Walker's Tiny Book of Tiny Houses

You’ll notice I’ve categorized each of the guides so it’s easier for you to find what you’re looking for at the moment. Have fun! And let me know if you have any questions or suggestions (like ideas on books/guides to add).

Tiny House Construction Guides

Tiny House Photo Books

Tiny House Design & Floor Plan Books

See plans for more on design. Go to design 101 to learn how to design your own.

Tiny House Story, Memoir, Tiny Living, and Simplifying Books

More coming soon! Check back for updates. Let me know if you have any suggestions to add.

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I recommend you take some time to watch Adam Baker’s TEDTalk in Asheville on selling your crap, paying off your debt, and doing more of what you love.

Int his talk, Adam helps you find clarity if you’re on what way towards downsizing, minimizing, and/or simplifying your life.

Starting with one question. Why are you doing all of this? What does freedom mean to you? What’s REALLY important?

Less Crap, Less Debt, More of What You Love

To me, this is what the tiny house movement is all about. To get rid of stuff (whether it’s physical clutter or even mental clutter) so that we can create space for what REALLY matters to you.

Please help us spread the word to others who may also find this lecture helpful using the share buttons below. Thank you!

If you received value out of this lecture on getting rid of your stuff you’ll absolutely LOVE our free daily tiny house newsletter with even more!

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Since I’ve been getting several questions from readers related to families and tiny houses

I wanted to share my most recent thoughts on the idea of- let’s say- a family of 5 moving into a tiny home.

If you’re here it’s likely that you’re either thinking about moving your family into a tiny home

Or you might know somebody who has that ‘crazy’ idea.

Either way, I’m here to give you what I think are my most honest and helpful thoughts without the b.s.

I’ve been researching tiny living since 2009 and I care about every single one of you so I’d like to save you as much sweat, blood, and tears as possible.

Tiny houses on wheels, in my opinion, are not a great long-term solution for the majority of families with children.

And here’s why…

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If you ever want to live tiny you’re going to have to simplify your wardrobe if you already haven’t.

And you’re going to have to do it in a big way (if you’re not yet a minimalist like most of us).

Have you seen the closets in tiny houses lately? They’re super tiny! (see below).

But don’t worry. You can do this! It’s actually pretty easy if you can follow the 7 steps outlined in this post.

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Image: Tumbleweed Elm 18 Overlook Tiny House

So let’s jump right in to step 1 below:

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I thought I’d share this tiny house community that’s been around for more than 100 years in Toronto with you.

It started many years ago when for less than 100 dollars you could buy a lot and you were sold the lumber to build your own home.

It is located in Craven Road in Toronto and the houses are all under 500 square feet.

Tiny house community in Toronto that’s more than 100 years old

A secret little community of tiny cottages in Toronto that's over 100 years old

Photo Credit: Rick Madonik/Toronto Star

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