Slow Down. Simplify. Live Intentionally

My name is Sophie and I am the creator behind the lifestyle channel Malama Life, which is dedicated to slow living and minimalism. 

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I am Korean-American. Growing up, I was influenced by both cultures to believe that productivity was synonymous with success. I spent the first half of my 20s consumed in this mindset, but never felt fulfilled and couldn't quite figure out why. 

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It wasn't until I moved to Maui that I truly understood the value of slowing down. The pace of the island really encouraged me to step back, ultimately shifting my focus from chasing material abundance to embracing a more intentional and mindful way of living. Success was no longer defined by how much I worked, but by the quality of my free time, my health, my passion for what I do, and the people around me. Over the years, I've simplified  A LOT and decluttered every aspect of my life to continue creating a life that feels authentic to me.

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This website is my corner of the web where I share minimalism and slow-living lifestyle resources: slow cooking, ethical fashion & beauty, capsule wardrobe ideas, decluttering tips, minimalist finances...etc. I am excited to share my story, the lessons I've learned, and how it changed my life.

 

I hope that it can also encourage you to build a life that feels authentic to you.

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Mālama - to take care of, tend, attend, care for, preserve, protect