This season, when one year ends and another begins, can be one of the best for downsizing and decluttering. At New Year’s, when you think about downsizing and decluttering, think beyond your stuff: Downsize your goal list; Downsize your calendar and time commitments; Downsize your stress – build margin in your life, schedule time for self-care and connecting with others, ask for help; And, yes, declutter your stuff…

Downsizing is a good way to think about managing holiday expectations and, in turn, reduce stress. Think about it. When we put too many demands on our time, too many events on our calendar, too many gifts on our shopping list, and more, we become overwhelmed. It’s time to downsize.

In this post, I share how to make your travel experiences meet expectations. First, recognize that you have expectations. Give some thought to what they are, and you are more likely to achieve them. Begin by determining the purpose for your trip, who you want to spend time with, what you want to see and do, and what you hope to learn.

This post explores the concept of traveling light, what it entails, and why it's a good idea.