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Live Simply. Stay Curious.
There's enough chaos and confusion in the world.
But you don't need to be a part of it.
The Curious Toad wants you to live simply and stay curious. It's that simple.
Sometimes we shake our heads and wonder what's happening.
But you stop. Breathe. And make choices about what you allow into your lives. You choose to live simply, stay curious and create a better life for yourself and those around you.
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The Power of Not Knowing: Learning to Live in the Questions
There’s something deeply human about wanting to know. It gives us a sense of control in a world that often feels unpredictable. We want plans, maps, and guarantees. We want to tie life up in tidy explanations because the unknown can feel like chaos — like standing at the edge of a dark forest, unsure what waits inside.

Todd Rowley
Nov 176 min read


Gratitude and the Gift of Why
There’s something quietly powerful about gratitude. We’re often told to be thankful, to keep a journal, to count our blessings, to find the good in the day. Gratitude makes life lighter. But what happens when we go a little deeper? When we take gratitude beyond the simple act of saying “thank you” and begin to ask why we’re thankful? That’s where gratitude shifts from a habit into a way of seeing. I was listening to an episode of The Mindset Mentor with Rob Dial called “7 S

Todd Rowley
Nov 84 min read


Minimalism vs. Simplicity: Choosing What Fits You
Minimalism became mainstream through blogs, documentaries, and glossy white Instagram feeds. It’s both a design aesthetic and a personal philosophy, one that promises...

Todd Rowley
Nov 66 min read


The Curiosity Journal: Cultivating Wonder Daily
A curiosity journal is where questions live longer than answers, where the ordinary becomes interesting, and where the small details of life reveal something extraordinary.

Todd Rowley
Nov 45 min read


Choosing What Matters: The Power of Saying No
There’s a quiet truth that often goes unnoticed: every time we say yes to something, we’re also saying no to something else.
Sometimes that “something else” is our peace. Our time. Our health. Our joy.
Learning to say no allows space for what matters to grow.
Learning to say no isn’t about being selfish. It’s about being discerning. It’s about...

Todd Rowley
Nov 14 min read


Quiet Living in a Loud World: Practical Steps to Embrace a Calmer Life
The slow living movement isn’t about rejecting progress or escaping responsibility. It’s about remembering that life was never meant to be a sprint. It’s about rediscovering the value of presence, connection, and peace amid the noise.

Todd Rowley
Oct 294 min read


Decluttering the Mind: How Simplifying Thought Frees Space
What if we could tidy up our inner world the same way we organize a closet — sorting what belongs, releasing what doesn’t, and making space for what truly matters? Decluttering the mind isn’t about emptying it. It’s about simplifying it.

Todd Rowley
Oct 244 min read


Slow Living in a Fast World: Practical Habits That Create Calm
Here are seven simple habits that invite a slower, more meaningful way of life.

Todd Rowley
Oct 225 min read


The Curiosity of Ordinary Things: Seeing Magic in the Mundane
Curiosity doesn’t only belong to explorers and inventors — it belongs to anyone who chooses to look a little closer.

Todd Rowley
Oct 154 min read


Rethinking Contentment in a World that Always Wants More
When will it ever feel like enough? When will I ever feel like enough?
As someone who deeply values simplicity and curiosity, it’s a troublesome thought.

Todd Rowley
Oct 144 min read


The Joy of Missing Out: Choosing Rest Over Rush
What if choosing not to do something wasn’t a failure or missed opportunity—but a source of joy?

Todd Rowley
Oct 64 min read


What Did I Notice By Slowing Down?
We go through our life with such a sense of pursuit, whether the next idea, the next pay cheque, or the next opportunity, and while these are noble, we often lose out on what’s simple.

Todd Rowley
Sep 234 min read


The Pathway to Paying Attention
Why Attention Matters Most of us live in a world that prides itself on speed. Faster connections, instant responses, constant updates....

Todd Rowley
Sep 174 min read


38 Days to Solitude: Shaping a Sanctuary on Wheels
A passion project takes shape over just 38 days.

Todd Rowley
Aug 2310 min read


Vanlife and the Remote Work Revolution: How to Travel and Work from the Road
Imagine waking up to the sound of ocean waves or watching the sun rise over the mountains—all before your first Zoom call of the day. For...

Todd Rowley
Jun 183 min read


The Fentanyl Crisis and Its Impact on Unborn and Newborn Babies
The fentanyl crisis has escalated into a significant public health issue in both Canada and the US, with devastating consequences for many.

Todd Rowley
Oct 22, 20243 min read


25 Quotes About Travel
25 Quotes About Travel

Todd Rowley
Sep 24, 20242 min read


Freelancing Journey: How to Stay Inspired, Productive, and Successful
Freelancing offers a world of possibilities, and as someone who's been living the freelance life for a while now, I can confidently say

Todd Rowley
Sep 17, 20244 min read


Waves of Relaxation: The Sounds of Waves and the Impact on Well-Being
We live on a planet that is 70% water, and our bodies are made up of 60% water.

Todd Rowley
Jul 29, 20243 min read


25 Quotes About Art
Whatever style you opt to express yourself in, be true to yourself, and enjoy these quotes on art.

Todd Rowley
Jul 24, 20243 min read
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