“Perfection is achieved, not when there is nothing more to add, but when there is nothing left to take away.” — Antoine de Saint-Exupery Introduction I have written about Minimalism on this blog on multiple occasions. If you’re new to this blog or to Minimalism,…

Introduction A few weeks ago, I saw Marie Kondo in London at the Royal Geographical Society, where she spoke about her latest book Letter from Japan. In case you’ve missed it, please read my review here. Today, I want to give you a quick overview…

Last Thursday, I went to an event with Marie Kondo at the Royal Geographical Society, but did it spark joy? Read on below to find out. On Thursday, the 16th of October 2025, Marie Kondo was in conversation live at London’s Royal Geographical Society. The…

Ever booked tickets for a concert or a trip to go on holiday with your family and not been able to find your ticket on entry? We’ve all been there. You are in good company. Below are my four tips for storing tickets for safety…

Tea Tasting anyone? Brits love their tea, but for most of us it’s a question of Tetley vs PG Tips: “Brits are drinking over 100 million cups of tea each day” (UK Tea and Infusions Association). When asked what teas people prefer, the Tea Census…