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February 14, 2021
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Find Contentment by Mastering Your Personal Finance

By Chris Istace "Mindful Explorer" | Lifestyle | 8 Comments
November 28, 2019
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ECOFrugality – The New Consumer Mindset

By Chris Istace "Mindful Explorer" | Lifestyle | 8 Comments
August 23, 2019

Mindfulness and Your Money or Your Life

By Chris Istace "Mindful Explorer" | Lifestyle | 8 Comments
May 3, 2018
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8 Money Tips to Fund Your Next Adventure

By Chris Istace "Mindful Explorer" | Lifestyle, Road Trips | 8 Comments
April 9, 2018
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Simple Life With Less : A Mindful Happy Healthy Lifestyle

By Chris Istace "Mindful Explorer" | Lifestyle | 20 Comments
February 6, 2017
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The Importance of Embracing Life Over Money

By Chris Istace "Mindful Explorer" | Lifestyle | 29 Comments
January 30, 2017

Gear Review : Patagonia Triolet Jacket & Pants

By Chris Istace "Mindful Explorer" | Gear Reviews | 3 Comments
November 11, 2016
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Mindful Pursuit to Happiness through Personal Finance

By Chris Istace "Mindful Explorer" | Lifestyle | 16 Comments
September 20, 2016
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Will You ReWild Your Life?

By Chris Istace "Mindful Explorer" | Lifestyle | 2 Comments
September 5, 2016
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Blurring Lines between Work and Happiness

By Chris Istace "Mindful Explorer" | Lifestyle | 5 Comments
March 26, 2016
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The Best Plan is a Simple Living Plan

By Chris Istace "Mindful Explorer" | Lifestyle | 2 Comments
January 29, 2016
Modern Day Battleground

The Modern Battleground

By Chris Istace "Mindful Explorer" | Lifestyle | One Comment
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