Welcome to My Essential Lifestyle

Hi there, I’m Violette—founder, fellow seeker, and the hands (and heart) behind My Essential Lifestyle. I’m honored you’ve taken a moment to step into my little corner of the world.

I created this space not as someone with a perfect life, but as someone asking honest questions with you. If you’ve ever wondered how to tune out the static, cherish what lasts, or make ordinary days feel truly lived, you’re already among friends. Each word on this site is written for you—the reader who craves meaning, not more; connection, not performing; and who feels at home where real stories and practical habit-building meet.

Our Story: Where Essentials Began

For as long as I can remember, I’ve been drawn to the little things that make daily life feel steady and meaningful. Not the grand overhauls or the once-a-year resolutions, but the everyday rituals and choices that quietly set the tone for how we live.

There were times when I chased what looked good on paper or online—the routines I thought I should follow, the “must-haves” everyone was buying. But what I learned is that life only starts to feel full when you focus on the essentials: the habits that support you, the spaces that bring you comfort, and the decisions that align with your values.

My Essential Lifestyle is my way of sharing that belief. It’s a place where I write honestly about what works for me, invite others to reflect on their own essentials, and back it all up with credible insights and expert perspectives.

Editorial Standards: Promise of Trust

When it comes to lifestyle advice, credibility is everything. That’s why I created clear editorial standards that guide every article on this site:

• Experience First - I share lived experience—what I’ve tried, what I’ve kept, and what I’ve let go of—always paired with trustworthy sources and expert insights.
• Clarity Always - Advice should feel human, not clinical. Everything here is written in a conversational, approachable style that respects your time and energy.
• Practical Value - Every piece should leave you with something you can use: a tip to try, a new way to think about a choice, or a reminder that brings more balance to your day.

This mix of personal voice + expert grounding is how we keep My Essential Lifestyle trustworthy, relatable, and genuinely helpful.

My Three Essentials

This site is built around three pillars—the essentials I believe shape a meaningful life:

1. Wellness & Self-Care

Wellness isn’t a spa day we book once a year—it’s the little stuff that adds up: how we move, how we rest, how we talk to ourselves when no one’s listening. Here, we’re all about real-life rituals that feel good and do good, from mood-lifting morning habits to the kind of rest that actually leaves us feeling better.

2. Everyday Spaces

The home is more than walls—it’s the backdrop of daily life. Here, I write about the ways I organize, decorate, and nurture spaces that feel supportive, functional, and uniquely mine.

3. Money & Career

Work and money touch nearly every part of our lives—so why not get smarter about both? Whether it’s rethinking how we earn, making a job feel more like a fit, or finding peace with the way we spend, we’re here for the honest conversations that help us feel more in control of our time and our paychecks.