Live Authentically, Find Balance, & Grow Intentionally

Welcome to the Basic Goodness Blog, a place where inspiration meets everyday life.

Whether you’re exploring spirituality and mindfulness, navigating the modern workplace, getting creative with DIY projects and new recipes, or keeping up with pop culture, this platform is here to empower personal growth, foster balance, and ignite creativity in every area of life.

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VALUES

Balance

Integrity

Authenticity

Compassion

Inspiration

Creativity

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Vision

To shape a future where authenticity and compassion are valued as strengths, creating stability, fulfillment, and a more humane world.

Mission

To support personal and professional growth through content that inspires a balanced, authentic, and compassionate approach to life.

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The Basic Goodness Blog is for anyone seeking inspiration, growth, and balance in their everyday life. We write about:

Who should read this blog?

Beauty and fashion
Career and leadership advice
Mindfulness and spirituality
Recipes
Gardening
History and pop culture topics
Holidays (primarily Halloween and Christmas)
Home DIY
Product recommendations
Recipes

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What is basic goodness?

At its essence, basic goodness is the belief that humans are inherently compassionate and kind. While we may sometimes display negative behaviors or face personal challenges, at our core, we are fundamentally good.

The idea of basic goodness is rooted in various spiritual and philosophical traditions, such as Buddhism, Hinduism, Confucianism, Christianity, Taoism, Stoicism, Indigenous Spirituality, and Humanism. While each tradition may use different terminology or highlight different aspects of this inherent goodness, they all share a common belief: there is an essential quality of virtue and kindness within every being.

Connecting with our basic goodness is an ongoing journey that goes beyond our achievements or the pursuit of external desires. It involves embracing the simple joys of everyday life, cultivating mindful self-awareness, and fostering a deep sense of interconnectedness with others. By nurturing this innate goodness within us, we contribute to a more compassionate and understanding world, one moment at a time.

Founder

Amanda is the founder and driving force behind the Basic Goodness Blog (BGB). With over 15 years of experience in marketing and leadership roles, she brings a wealth of knowledge and a passion for inspiring others to the platform. Amanda's vision for BGB is to create a welcoming space where readers can explore personal growth, find balance, and cultivate creativity in their everyday lives.

Living in the Greater Austin area with her husband and rescue dog, Amanda enjoys experiencing local culture. On weekends, you can often find her thrifting for unique treasures, going to a movie theatre, hiking through nature, or savoring Austin's incredible food scene. She believes in finding joy in simple pleasures and staying curious about the world around her.

Amanda's journey with the Basic Goodness Blog reflects her own commitment to living authentically and encouraging others to do the same. Through her content, she hopes to inspire others to connect, share, and discover their own path to a more balanced and fulfilling life. Join Amanda and the BGB community in exploring the richness of life with curiosity, compassion, and creativity.