You know how one good thing can lead to another? Recently I came across a blog called Zenhabits written by Leo Babauta. I spent hours reading it-fascinated and nodding my head as I read his words on simplicity, productivity, frugality and creativity, but it was the postings on minimalism that stopped me in my tracks. Leo writes that minimalism is "a way to escape the excesses of the world around us-the excess of consumerism, material possessions, clutter, having too much to do, too much debt, too many distractions, too much noise. But too little meaning." What a revolutionary concept-but not really. We all know money can't buy happiness, but we are surrounded and immersed in a media culture that does everything in its power to distract us from that truth. One thing I've decided to do is go on a media fast and spend that time instead on decluttering my home, reading, and meditating. The idea of minimalist living is very appealing to me because I am easily stressed by too much stuff and noise. I think better when there are clear open spaces-I feel more human. If you get a chance, check out Zenhabits and mmmlist.com. It could be life changing.