About Me

Welcome to My Minimalist Journey

I’m Joyce, sharing my minimalist journey with you through the eyes of Ms. Maya.

Hello and welcome to my corner of the minimalist world! I’m Joyce, and this website is both a personal journal and a guide for anyone curious about living with less and finding more joy in the essentials.

As an Industrial Engineer by training, I’ve always been drawn to productivity, efficiency, and problem-solving. Over the past two decades, my career path has taken me across industries—from engineering and healthcare sales to managing operations in small businesses. Alongside my professional journey, I’ve also been the family administrator, caring for loved ones, managing travel, utilities, and estate matters. These experiences taught me the value of resilience, adaptability, and above all, the importance of simplifying life.

But here’s the heart of this site: while my background shapes how I think, minimalist living is still something I am learning and practicing every day. I don’t claim to have all the answers—I’m documenting my journey as I explore it.

Why “Ms. Maya”?

To make this exploration more engaging (and perhaps easier for you to relate to), I created Ms. Maya—a fictional figure who mirrors parts of me. Maya is a professional woman approaching her golden years, juggling career, caregiving, and personal aspirations, while yearning for a simpler, more intentional life. Through Maya’s story, I weave in my own experiences, challenges, and reflections. She allows me to share lessons and insights in a way that feels personal yet universal—so readers like you can see a piece of yourselves in her journey too.

Think of Maya as both my storytelling partner and a reflection of my inner voice as I navigate the ups and downs of decluttering, simplifying, and redefining what truly matters.

My Minimalist Philosophy

For me, minimalism isn’t about giving up everything or living with bare walls—it’s about making thoughtful choices. It’s choosing quality over quantity, embracing eco-friendly habits, and creating space for what truly matters. I’m a lover of Zen-inspired design, so I naturally gravitate toward peaceful, uncluttered spaces that foster calm and clarity.

This website reflects my real-time learning process—experiments, mistakes, and all. By sharing my path, I hope to inspire you to carve out your own version of a simple, joyful, and sustainable life.

Let’s Walk This Journey Together

Whether you’re just beginning to explore minimalism or looking for fresh perspectives, my wish is that Maya’s story—and my own—offers you encouragement, practical steps, and a sense of connection.

Thank you for visiting Less with Maya. Together, let’s take mindful steps toward clarity, peace, and freedom.