Minimal-ish: Minimalism, Intentional Living, Motherhood

Catherine and I took your questions on anything and everything under the minimalism and intentional living umbrella, and what we came up with was an episode on the beginning of minimalism, plus our favorite rooms and systems now, and a whole lot of talk on postpartum and new motherhood. We even chat about some of our favorite baby essentials. We get very real in this episode and my hope is that it will make you feel a little less alone in your journey and encourage you in some way! Questions we answered (in order) Did you have a huge edit at the beginning of minimalism? How many times have you decluttered since? What is your favorite room (decluttered) and why? What is your favorite system? What are some baby essentials? What do I actually need? Overwhelmed by all the lists and suggestions. What do you do with keepsakes from the first baby that are taking up too much space while waiting for the second? The baby baby stuff we mention: Boppy Lounger Boppy Play Mat Plain Gerber Onesies My favorite Baby Carrier 4 in 1 carseat (links are to the brands I personally love and own. I get a few pennies every time you use my links to Amazon through affiliate commission, and it costs you nothing extra! Thanks so much for your support! Also, a reminder you can find a lot of great quality baby stuff secondhand! More on secondhand shopping on episode 60) Other Links Catherine on Instagram Desirae on Instagram Simple Morning Lists Buy Nothing The Podcast on Facebook The Podcast Facebook Community Sponsors Warby Parker Feals Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today on the show I’m taking you through some heart filled, purpose centered reflecting on this past year. I’ll ask you questions as we go through to help you think of a hustle free, purpose filled goal for next year (more than one of course if you’d like!). We’ll also work on starting with contentment as we move into a new year, and choose a word for the year, but make it a little more tangible to act on that word. At the end, I give you a peek into Simple Morning Lists and let you in on the five lists I make each morning to help me bring my purpose and goals to the front of my mind as I start each day. // Links // The worksheet that goes along with this episode Simple Morning Lists Desirae on Instagram // Sponsors // Thank you to our sponsors! Their support makes Minimal-ish happen week after week! Prepdish: Get 2 weeks free at prepdish.com/minimalish Bombas: Get 20% off your first order at bombas.com/minimalish Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today I'm talking with Expert Thrifter Kat Steck of The Junkyard Journals. Kat is passionate about conscious consumerism and the good we can do by shopping secondhand first. Today, she's giving us the why behind thrifting plus simple, effective methods for shopping secondhand without losing our minds & wasting our time. We also talk about donation centers and the best options for where we can donate our stuff. Links: Kat on Instagram Desirae on Instagram Thrifting apps are really great because they all provide referral programs and $$ off your first purchase! Mercari: 10$ off your first purchase with the link ^(my favorite secondhand shopping app for clothes, shoes, kid stuff, etc...I even got our Ninja Coffee Bar on here last winter) Poshmark: Great for clothing! Get 5$ credit when you sign up with an invite code - enter "desiraeendres" at sign up where it says "invite code." Thred Up: Get 10$ when you sign up with this link! Facebook Marketplace DoneGood Simple Morning Lists Podcast Website Sponsor: Today's Sponsor is Native. Head to nativedeodorant.com and enter code MINIMALISH to get 20% off your first order. Thanks for listening! If you want to support Minimal-ish, check out the links above & our sponsors. Our sponsors are hand picked and they make Minimal-ish possible, so support them by heading to their website, see what they are all about, and even try them out if you think what they do would add value to your life! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today we're talking about simplifying the holiday season, starting from the outside (our environment) and moving deeper (our schedule/ mindset). I'm bringing you a four day holiday decluttering challenge that you can start whenever you are ready plus 6 steps to simplifying the holidays and really focusing in on what truly matters to you this season! Get the Holiday Decluttering Challenge Guide Links: Simple Morning Lists Desirae on Instagram Podcast Website Today's Sponsor: Prepdish - get 2 weeks free! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today we're talking about a thing that matters- the way we view ourselves. This matters for so many reasons; the way we view ourselves contributes to the fullness in which we live each day and it also sets an example for our kids. So, how in the world do we get a positive body image when impossible beauty standards bombard us? Today, I'm chatting with my friend Blake about this topic as she candidly shares her own story (and I share a bit of mine, too). Blake shares tangible, practical, and relatable ways we can choose to work towards better when it comes to the way we view ourselves each day, and I don't think you'll want to miss this! // Links // The Crappy Christian Podcast Blake's blog post on cycle syncing Blake on Instagram Chasing Slow Simple Morning Lists Desirae on Instagram Podcast Website // Sponsors // Ch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I'm coming to you with a short bonus episode on one of my favorite holidays- Thanksgiving. What does the best Thanksgiving Ever include? Listen in to find out - and of course, it doesn't have anything to do with food! Get Simple Morning Lists Desirae on Instagram Simple Holidays Challenge Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This practical episode will help you shift your habits to pay off your debt for good! We talk about minimalism & finances and how to really change our habits and get on track financially. Check out my guest, Jen Smith, at the links below, including her new book full of practical advice on the topic! If you are wanting to pay down debt or reach other financial goals, this episode is for you, friend! Listen in! Links: Simple Morning Lists Pay off your Debt for Good No Spend Challenge Guide Frugal Friends Podcast Jen on Instagram Jen's Website Desirae on Instagram Podcast Website Sponsors: Everlywell: Enter code Minimal to Get 15% off your first kit Thrive Causemetics: Get 15% off your first order If you want to support the show, check out our sponsors! Just click over, see what they do, and If their product seems useful to you, give them a try! Minimal-ish couldn't go on without them and we are grateful for their support and yours! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today is the first of a new monthly series on the show where I'm bringing on a co-host, Catherine Williams, to answer questions you all ask! November's topic is Minimalism and The Holidays and we got so many great questions. We covered overarching topics of holiday decor, gifts, mental health, and relationships and got to the nitty gritty details on all of these topics as much as possible! We laugh a lot & also get pretty serious about some heavy topics. I hope you enjoy this new format! If you have a topic suggest for future Q&As, email [email protected] Links: simplemorninglists.com (Morning Companion Journal) Catherine on Instagram Desirae on Instagram Podcast Website Today's Sponsors: Native: Get 20% off your first order with code MINIMALISH Prepdish: Get a 2 week free trial Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Courtney is a mom, wife, business owner & student who writes about about boundaries and healing. Today she's giving us a little boundaries 101 and empowering us to being drawing lines where we need them and building ourselves up in the process. I absolutely love her message and I know you will, too! Links: Courtney on Instagram Courtney's Blog Courtney's Boundaries Workshop Get Minimal-ish Monday Emails & get notified about Simple Morning Lists Desirae on Instagram Podcast Website Sponsors: Prepdish: Get 2 weeks free at prepdish.com/minimalish FamilyAlbum: A Free Family Photo and Video Sharing App Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today I chat with Catherine Williams, a minimalist mom & counseling professional, about how minimalism can affect our relationships (both positive & negative) and what to do when we have people close to us not on board with our lifestyle change. We also dig into the issue of gifts in a timely way (holidays right around the corner!) Find Catherine at @theminimalcolonial Join the launch team for Simple Morning Lists Desirae on Instagram Get a free starter guide to a Minimalish home & life Today's Sponsors: Warby Parker: Get your free at home try on Native: Get 20% off your first order - use code MINIMALISH Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today I'm coming to you solo, which I do about once a month now, on the topic of social media. This is something I've reflected with and experimented on and off with over the course of this year - how does social media fit into an intentional life and present days? My goal with this episode is to help you reflect on your own values & purpose, the current state of your social media usage, and how to align the way you use social media to your personal values. I think we all want to be present with our people and live intentional days that we love- social media is a very prevalent thing within many of our days- so it's worth taking a look at how we're using it and what might need to change. I talk about: 3 questions to evaluate how you're currently feeling about social media Steps to take to evaluate how much you are on your phone & how make change to align that to our values A bunch of tips to help you get there! There's a free resource that contains the reflection questions and tips from this episode: desiraeendres.com/social Other Links: Free Making Room resource (get started with realistic minimalism) Podcast website/ show notes Desirae on Instagram Today's Sponsors: FamilyAlbum: Free photo and video sharing app EverlyWell: At home health tests (use code MINIMAL for 15% off) If you want to support the show, consider checking out our sponsors! I hand pick the companies I work with and believe in their mission! I'm grateful for their support - The show wouldn't go on without them! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today I chat with Amanda Anderson, author of All My Friends Have Issues all about simplifying the process of making friends in the season of motherhood. I loved this conversation as it was truly one I didn't know I needed- and I'm betting a lot of us are struggling with similar issues when it comes to finding friendship and community in any season, really. Amanda has so many insights on this topic and we really go wide and deep at the same time on the topic of friendship. I hope you enjoy the conversation and gain new confidence in finding community in your life! What we talk about: -Why friendship matters (with people in the same season and different seasons) -How to simplify the process of making friends -Inviting people into our lives -Dealing with toxic friendships well/ boundaries -Next steps with finding community -A question about race and friendship that she leaves us with at the end (Absolutely something worth noting and something to think about more deeply) Links: Amanda's Website All My Friends Have Issues (her book) Amanda on Instagram Desirae on Instagram The podcast website/ show notes Free Guide to getting started with decluttering & realistic minimalism Today's Sponsors: Bombas get 20% off your first order of the most comfortable socks in the history of feet. Prepdish get 2 weeks of meal plans/prep instructions for free to try it out! Thank you so much for listening! If you want to support the show, a great way to do so is to check out our sponsors! We couldn't keep putting out content without their support, and I hand pick the companies I work with and truly believe in their missions! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The word productivity usually scares me away. It feels like another way I don't measure up or another way I can feel "not enough" if I don't check all the boxes. When I stumbled upon Tonya Dalton's message in her newest book JOMO, I learned that true productivity shouldn't feel like that - and it includes creating space for what you love in your days and actually enjoying your life. Much different from the message of productivity being the "always busy" image so many of us have in our heads. Today, Tonya and I talk about: -Her new book, The Joy of Missing Out -Why the culture of busy is dangerous -What true productivity looks like -What it looks like to create whitespace in your days -Whitespace in your days with your kids -How to begin creating time for whitespace. Links for today's show: Get The Joy of Missing Out Where to find Tonya... Her website Her Facebook Her Instagram Inkwell Press Where to find Desirae... Instagram Website Facebook Join the Facebook Community Get the free guide to getting started with realistic minimalism Today's Sponsor: FamilyAlbum - a free photo and video sharing app If you want to support the show, check out our sponsors! We hand pick the companies we work with and we're grateful for them and their support of the show each and every week! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I hope you enjoy this celebratory 50th episode and the tips on how to declutter your home FAST! Check out my online course - doors are open for 5 days - if you want to declutter your home & life with accountability and guidance! desiraeendres.com/makeroom Thank you to Today's Sponsors: Prepdish FamilyAlbum Support the show by checking out the sponsors - they help minimal-ish happen each week and we are super grateful for their support! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today I'm chatting with you about some lies we believe about hosting & inviting people into our homes (and why we might have anxiety around that) and how Minimalism can help you be a better host. Spoiler alert: You don't need to get rid of ALL your extra dishes, cups, etc. if you know you'll use them to serve your people well. Links: Decluttering Challenge The Podcast on Instagram Show notes Today's sponsors: Get 15% off your Everlywell lab test: everlywell.com/minimal promo code: MINIMAL Get 40% off your first delivery of LOLA: mylola.com promo code: MINIMALISH One of the best ways to support the show is to support our sponsors! I choose them carefully as a podcast about realistic minimalism and I believe in the companies that I choose to work with! Check out these companies that are doing good work with worthy missions and support them if their product is something that would serve you well and be helpful to your everyday life! Our sponsors help make Minimal-ish possible! If you're loving the show, you can also support Minimal-ish by leaving a positive rating/review & sharing with a friend! I'm so thankful each time you do! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today is the "finale" of the Work & School series - I wanted to end it by helping you give yourself permission & "declutter" your mindset when it comes to changing our minds in our work and the choices we make for our kids when it comes to school. We talk about questions to ask to discern bigger decisions/ changes and steps we can take to actually move towards the change we want to make. Hope this helps equips you with the permission you need to let go and move forward. Links: Minimal-ish on Instagram Show Notes Prepdish free 2 week trial Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today I am sharing my interview with Erin Loechner, author of Chasing Slow and founder of Other Goose, an international homeschooling co-op. We talk about simplifying everything, especially early learning for our children, and we dig into homeschooling a bit as well. How can we do all of these things without HAVING all the things? How can we teach our children in the context of our everyday lives? We answer these questions as we chat and I think you'll love our conversation - Erin is so very insightful and lovely! Links: Sign up for Other Goose:https://othergoose.com/~access/a1c757f/ Other Goose Free Workshop: www.othergoose.com/workshop Free Trial Offer: https://othergoose.com/14-day-trial/ 5-Day Challenge (Other Goose) here Chasing Slow Other Goose on Instagram Erin on Instagram Desirae on Instagram Get the podcast Newsletter Get the free ebook on getting started with Realistic Minimalism Join the Giveaway! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I hope you enjoy this coffee date with Amber of Delighted on a Dime! We got to chat in person, so excuse the background noise of my creaky table that happens from time to time in this episode! If you enjoy the show, share with a friend or on social media! I'm so grateful each time you do! Links: Amber on Instagram Desirae on Instagram Show Notes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Minimal-ish, we like to talk about the things that matter and making room for the things that matter. Throughout August (and some of September) we'll be focusing on work & school, two things that matter, and that we can find purpose in when we get intentional about our roles and choices in these areas of our life. So far we've talked to work at home moms, full time working moms, and today, we're focusing in on the work of homemaking and stay at home motherhood. We'll talk about ways we simplify work at home motherhood, and we'll also talk about finding purpose in our roles of stay at home motherhood. We even talk about ways we can care for ourselves when so much of our focus each day is on our children. My guest, Celeste, has a perspective on homemaking and motherhood that any mom can resonate with, and she also works from home as well, so her perspective branches out into the work at home mom life as well. Most of all, Celeste is just a JOY FILLED person! I left our conversation feeling so positive and happy, and I think you'll feel the same after you listen in to our conversation! She's honestly such a light and I absolutely loved chatting with her! Follow Celeste: Instagram Lessy's World Follow the Podcast: Instagram Website Show Notes Cleaning Resource Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I'm talking to my guest, Jennifer Petropoulos on the podcast today! She's a teacher and a mom of three school aged children. Jennifer has truly seen the benefits of minimalism in her own family and she gives us a peek into that today as she lets us in on some systems she uses during the busy school year! We talk about: -Paper clutter/ paper storage systems -Drop zones -Lunches & dinners (prep & systems) -Self care for the working mom -Keeping family life less busy with 3 kids in school Links: Jennifer on Instagram (see her drop zone & paper system!) Jennifer's website The podcast on Instagram The podcast website Rhythms and Routines Course Cleaning Routine Resource The podcast Facebook Community Prepdish 2 week free trial ----- Share your own paper/ drop zone systems on instagram and use the hashtag #minimalish life plus tag me @minimalish.desirae so I can see! If you account is private, send a picture as I won't be able to see the tag! :) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today I'm chatting with Courtney Elmer about the steps we can take to begin eliminating stress in our lives, even as busy moms with a lot on our plate. We also talk about the lies we believe about balance and how we can begin to truly achieve balance in our everyday lives. What we talk about: -The root cause of stress and how to combat it -Is balance a myth? How do we achieve balance as busy moms -Defining your own definition of success, balance, etc. Links: Courtney on Instagram Courtney's Website Free Minimalism Resource Simple Purposeful Days Course Podcast Website Desirae on Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the month of August we'll be focusing on how Minimalism can apply to the work we do as moms and the educational choices we make for our kids (timely as we head towards "back to school season," which brings a change in routine for many of us). Today I talk to Erica Layne, founder of The Life on Purpose Movement, all about how to intentionally navigate Work at Home Mom Life + Simplifying Back to School Season and slow living with 3 kids. You'll hear us chatting about: -Our own work from home experiences -Erica's general rhythm as a work at home mom -Navigating mom guilt -"slow living" in busier seasons -Mindset in busier seasons -and more! Links: Erica's Website Erica on Instagram Erica's book "The Minimalist Way" The podcast on instagram Free decluttering resource 2 Week Free Trial of Prepdish Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today I'm talking about The Phrase "The Grass is Always Greener on the Other Side," and a recent run in I had on this mindset. Through navigating these feelings in my own life, I realized there were three problems that get us in this mindset. In today's episode, I present these three problems or "stories we're telling ourselves" and suggest new narratives to replace them and move past this mindset. We talk about 1. The issue of wanting to run from tough circumstances or conflict 2. Comparison & Contentment 3. "finding" an elusive "calling or purpose" vs. finding purpose right where you're at. I can't wait to chat with you about this all, friend! I hope you enjoy the episode! Links: Journaling Companion to this Episode - Printable freebie to go through rewriting your narrative and navigating these feelings. Routines & Rhythms Online Course Find Desirae on Instagram (and all podcast updates) Podcast Community Facebook Group Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today I chat with Dani about all kinds of things - including the beginning of her minimal-ish journey, slow living with 3 kids, grace + minimalism, and systems for decluttering toys! I know you're going to love this one! Grab your mug and let's get to it! ----- Links: Make Room - My Online Master Course - (discount price available til Sunday!) Dani on Instagram Minimalish on Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I talk a lot about aligning our days to our priorities and crafting our days around what matters. I believe this is key in living intentional, purposeful, happy days. But what happens when one of our priorities starts to fall to the back burner? This will inevitably happen as we're not perfect (and we shouldn't strive to be!). When it does happen, I believe it's important to reflect and re evaluate why this is happening and how we can move this thing that we claim is important to us back into focus. Again, it doesn't have to be perfect, but we do want to work towards purpose. As I reflected on this myself, I realized there were three different reasons this was happening for me. Today I'm sharing these reasons and ways we can combat them and move whatever has fallen out of focus back to it's rightful place in our life. ---- Links: Make Room - My Online Course to Help You Declutter Your Home and Move Towards Realistic Minimalism in Every Area of Your Life (Use code 20OFF for a limited discount.) Minimal-ish on Instagram Prepdish (2 Free Weeks of meal plans and grocery lists) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today I'm coming to you to talk about rhythms and routines PLUS brining on my friend Abby Barstow to talk about systems! Rhythms, routines, and systems are types of structures that can help us create purpose and peace in our everyday life. I personally didn't think this was true until I tried it out and saw the life change that they brought for me. I share my daily rhythm with you plus where to start when creating rhythms and routines and Abby chats all about her menu planning/ grocery shopping system and where to start when creating systems in your everyday life. I hope you enjoy this super actionable episode! --- Simple, Purposeful Days Mini Course - Create and Implement Rhythms and Routines in your Everyday Life Systems Mama Blog Systems Mama on Instagram The Podcast Website The Podcast on Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today I have the honor of sharing my interview with Courtney Carver on the podcast! We talked all about the concept of saying no, being less busy, and reclaiming your life. We talk about her journey with minimalism, Project 333 (simplifying your wardrobe) and her new book set to come out next year- you won't want to miss this conversation and her straightforward, actionable thoughts on the subjects we chat about! Links: Be More With Less Courtney Carver on Instagram Project 333 Soulful Simplicity ----- Free 2 week Trial with Prepdish Podcast Website Realistic Minimalism Step by Step Free Resource Podcast Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today I'm chatting with Rachel Rainbolt of The Sage Family Podcast and Sage Parenting all about her passions - gentle parenting, family adventuring, and natural homeschooling. Rachel is a parenting coach & expert, mom of 3 and natural homeschooling mom, and I absolutely love her focus on family connectedness. We also discuss how minimalism and simplicity plays a role in her family life. You can find Rachel at the following links: Sage Parenting Website Sage Parenting on Instagram Sage Family Podcast Other Links: Summer Writer's Bundle Minimal-ish on Instagram Minimal-ish Website Make Room Ebook (free guide to getting started with minimalism & intentional living) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I hope you enjoy the second coffee date episode of minimal-ish (you can find coffee date episodes on the last Friday of each month! These episodes are more casual and I ask a set of questions that I use for each coffee date- questions you might ask a friend if you were on a coffee date! Today I'm talking to Adrienne Davis of The Little Minimalists, and we talk about all kinds of things- including simplifying your wardrobe and practical tips to start a lower waste lifestyle! Links: Adrienne on InstagramHttp://Instagram.com/thelittleminimalists Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode I talk all about the slow living movement, what it means, and ways to move towards slowing down. I also go through some questions from listeners about slowing down with toddlers and slowing down even when our culture tells us to say yes to everything. I approach the idea of being less busy and why it is beneficial to say no. I also go through an exercise to help you actually begin moving towards slow, intentional days. Links: Chasing Slow by Erin Loechner Your Intentional Summer FREE mini course on minimalism for your days and mindset shifts. The podcast on Instagram Podcast website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This was one of the main concerns on a survey I put out a few weeks back: So many moms felt like they were always cleaning up after everyone, but their house was never clean. Today I talk about that issue, a few steps to get through it, and a note on having time for the things you care about + the "martyrdom motherhood" narrative. Check out episode 25 for some notes on cleaning and our mindset around cleaning. Want to apply realistic minimalism to every area of your life? Check out the Make Room Master Course Podcast on Instagram Podcast Website Thanks for listening! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today I'm so excited to share my interview with Joshua Becker! We talk about how to start decluttering including: -The easiest place to start (and how) -The hardest places to tackle (and how) -What to do if you don't have the time -Raising kids in a minimal home...and hoping it sticks - Plus more! Links: Becoming Minimalist The More of Less The Minimalist Home --- The Make Room Master Course (enrollment closes June 24th!!) The podcast instagram The podcast website Your Intentional Summer free course Thank you for listening! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today I talk about my own morning routine, how it has evolved, ways to actually wake up early and find time for yourself, setting up your day intentionally with pillars for a morning routine, and having a morning routine with your family. My morning routine has been a total game changer in creating more intentional days, and I want to help you make this happen for yourself as well! Links: -Your Intentional Summer: A free four day mini course on minimalism for your mindset and your days -minimal-ish on instagram -minimal-ish Facebook group -The Miracle Morning -Savor Devotional Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today I have Jordan Lee Dooley as the guest on the show, and we talk about her book, Own Your Everyday. We focus our conversation on: -Jordan's message behind "Own Your Everyday" and her road to writing a book. -How to overcome imposter syndrome -How minimalism can help you be more productive and creative -The 2 minute rule (don't miss this!) -How to overcome perfectionism by prioritizing Links: -Jordan's Website -Own Your Everyday (her book) -Jordan's Instagram -Making Room Resource - A Free Minimalism Starter Guide Ebook -Podcast Website -Podcast/Desirae's Instagram -Podcast Facebook Group Community -Green Chef Discount If you're loving the show, give it a quick rating/ review! Thanks so much for listening in! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For my first coffee date episode (a new segment on the show that will air on the last Friday of each month), I wanted to bring on my husband, who started this podcast with me when it was "The Minimalist Family Podcast." I know you'll enjoy hearing from him! We chat about all kinds of things, including overcommitting and saying no, getting outside more often, and doing just a few things really well (priorities). We also share some recent reads that we're loving, among other things! I hope you enjoy this fun episode! Links: Airbnb code for 40 dollars off Minimalish on Instagram Minimalish Facebook Group I'll Give You the Sun by Jandy Nelson Own Your Everyday by Jordan Dooley Simple Happy Parenting Evo Planner Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, I'm continuing our conversation on contentment with a thorough episode discussing a few mindset shifts we need to make if we'll ever be content with anything in our lives. I also share my interview with Diane Boden, where we chat about her minimalism journey plus practical tips to stay content and keep yourself from buying stuff you don't need. I talk about: -3 mindset shifts you can make to help you live in a more content place (and stop re-accumulating/ re-cluttering your home) -scarcity vs. abundance mindset Diane and I talk about: -Her minimalist journey -What is a minimalist mom? -How can we walk towards contentment, practically- action steps. Links: Minimalist Moms Podcast on Instagram Minimalist Moms Podcast Website Minimalish Mamas - Podcast Facebook Group Minimalish Website A blog version of this podcast episode Minimalish on Instagram Minimalish on Facebook Today's Sponsor is Care/Of takecareof.com Use the code minimalish30 for 30% off your first order at checkout. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today I'm bringing you 5 ways to get content with your actual home, even if it doesn't look completely insta-worthy, perfect, or updated. Plus, I'm discussing the concept of "sparking joy." Does this phrase help us or harm us in our minimalist journey? I think both- listen for more! Links: -Listener Survey -Making Room Free Ebook -Cleaning Routine Resource -Minimalish on Instagram -Minimalish Facebook Community Group Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today I chat with Erica of the Life on Purpose Movement about realistic minimalism and how minimalism can benefit everyone- but it isn't one size fits all. She talks about how minimalism and slow living has changed for her has her family has grown and her kids have gotten older, and how it can change for us within our seasons. We also chat about time management and how minimalism can truly help us own our time. Links: The Life On Purpose Movement The Minimalist Way Erica's Instagram Erica's Facebook Simplify in Six Challenge Podcast Facebook Group Podcast Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today I'm chatting with Denaye Barahona of Simple Families! We talk all about her new book, Simple, Happy Parenting, and what that means played out in everyday life. I especially love our chat about what it looks like to holistically take care of the wellness of our entire family, starting with ourselves. Things we talk about: -Denaye's work with Simple Families -Her new book, Simple, Happy Parenting -Her Simple Manifesto -Positive discipline/positive parenting -Taking care of the family unit and prioritizing your own happiness as a parent. Links: Preorder the book: Simple, Happy Parenting!!! Denaye's Instagram Simple Families Website Minimalish on Instagram NEW Minimalish Facebook Group Simplify in Six Challenge Care of - plus use coupon code coupon SIMPLE25 for 25% off Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today I chat with Brittney of Homegrown Traditions and we talk all about simplifying family life in several different ways, including meaningful self care for mamas and caring for yourself by asking for help. You do not want to miss this conversation! Things we chat about: -Simplifying motherhood with a big family -Simplifying meal times/ meal planning -Command Centers/ Chores / Family routines -Self care that will actually fill you up -Asking for help Links to all the good things: Brittney (Homegrown Traditions) on Instagram Homegrown Traditions Website Family Clipboard Command Center Printables The podcast on Instagram The podcast Website Cleaning Routine Resource Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today I'm bringing you a short little bonus episode with hopes to encourage you to have a joy-filled weekend. Links: Instagram Podcast website Learning Tower Mailing List Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today I'm talking three excuses we often make (especially as moms) that keep us from positive life changes- and I apply these excuses specifically to decluttering. A lot of listeners have expressed an inability to really get started decluttering, so today I'm also talking about where to start. Things I talk about: -Why your kids can't be an excuse -Two other major excuses you might be making -Ways to get started decluttering when it feels overwhelming Links: Making Room ebook/guide - Get started with minimalism (for free!) the podcast on instagram the podcast website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today I have Theresa from Montessori in Real Life as my Guest and we talk all about: -The Montessori Method -Montessori in Real Life -Child Friendly Spaces Throughout the Home -Intentional Play -Cultivating Independence in Toddlers -Separation Anxiety -Involving your Child in Everyday Tasks -Plus so much more! Links: Montessori In Real Life Blog Montessori In Real Life on Instagram The Montessori Guide Montessori from the Start The Montessori Toddler Minimalish Cleaning Routine Resource Minimalish on Instagram Minimalish website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today I'm talking about one of my least favorite subjects- cleaning! I've said it several times on here..."I don't love cleaning." And honestly, it's still true of me. But, I've went through a mindset shift and truly started seeing the value in it. This episode is all about that mindset shift, plus the simple routine I've created that actually works for me to keep up with my house throughout the week in very little time each day! Things I talk about: -How the routine works -Room resets -How to change your mindset when it comes to cleaning and tidying your home. (why it's important) Links: The free cleaning routine resource PLUS a 3 day email course to help you get started and shift your mindset Hand Lettered Mother Teresa Quote Minimal-ish on Instagram The blog post to go along with this episode Minimal-ish website Simple + Purposeful Days Ebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today I'm talking to Carleen Armstead from @theminimalmom on Instagram. Carleen is a mom of two, and today she shares her journey into minimalism plus some simple systems she uses to simplify kids toys and clothes in her house. We also talk a lot about finding balance and joy as moms and specifically stay at home moms. But this conversation truly has a lot to offer whether you're a working mom, a work at home mom, or you stay home with your kids. I really love how real and vulnerable Carleen gets as she talks about her life before and after minimalism in regards to her anxiety. Thanks so much for listening! If you're loving the podcast, don't forget to share on instagram and leave a rating or a review if you have a couple of extra minutes to do so! Thank you in advance for your time! <3 Here are some links you might want for this episode: Carleen on Instagram The Podcast on Instagram The Podcast Website Simple + Purposeful Days free ebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today I'm giving you a short episode all about how I became a happier mom. I talk a little bit about the anxiety that plagued me in the beginning of motherhood, and how I believe happiness is a choice in so many ways- and the number one thing that has helped me choose happiness. This episode doesn't mention minimalism or decluttering or anything of the sort- but it's more about simplifying your mindset. Simplifying the negative dialogue in your head. And leaning into who you truly are. This was a message that I felt on my heart and I just had to write down & record as I felt it weigh heavy on my heart- so I hope it speaks to you in some way. I do mention my faith a little bit in this episode, but just know that this message (or any message on this podcast, ever) is for everyone. I never intend to push you towards a certain faith or belief system. Insert whatever is relevant to you- I mention my faith at times because it's a large part of who I am. But whoever you are is more than enough, too. Links: -Podcast Instagram -Podcast Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today I'm talking about a topic I'm super passionate about- living slower. I talk a bit about the reasons for slowing down, and encourage you to think about your life and your schedule, what it looks like vs. what you'd like it to look like. I also encourage you to say no, to find margin for rest in your days, and to take control of your days by slowing them down. I believe this message can be for anyone- whether you're single or a mama of 7. We can all find a way to slow down, it's just a little counter cultural to do so. In this episode, I suggest a book to you, so here's the link to the book: Chasing Slow by Erin Loechner. Other links: How to leave a review on iTunes The Podcast Instagram Podcast Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today I talk with Debtkickinmom all about the journey she and her family took to get out of debt. They are officially debt free as of December 2018, and our conversation is so encouraging whether you are at the beginning of this journey, in the middle, already debt free, or just thinking about it! What we talk about: -How Debtkickinmom started -The reason behind her family's debt free journey -The hardest part of beginning the debt free journey -The idea of contentment and changing behaviors around spending -Meal Planning/ Grocery Shopping and the concept of Zero Food Waste -Encouragements for someone starting out on their journey or wanting to take the leap into a debt free journey -And a whole lot more! Links: Debtkickinmom on instagram Debtkickinmom on Youtube Zero Food Waste Tips Video Step by Step Meal Planning VideoSpirit Lead Me - Michael Ketterer The Podcast Instagram Podcast Website How to review the podcast on itunes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you feel like your days get lost on things that are important, but not MOST important, this is the episode for you. If you feel like you're going and going but missing out on what you care about most- this is what we're discussing here. Today I talk about... -Two exercises to help determine your true priorities (your MOST important things) -An exercise to help you goal set around these priorities -Your "yes" and "no" list for what you want your days to look like -How to have purposeful days Links: Podcast Instagram Leaving a Podcast Review Meal Planner Podcast Website Email: [email protected] Thanks so much for listening! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices