Minimalist Moms
435 episodes - English - Latest episode: 13 days ago - ★★★★★ - 717 ratingsThe Minimalist Moms podcast is designed to accompany you on your journey towards a more purposeful life. This includes every aspect: your mindset, daily routine, connections with others, and naturally, your possessions. Your host, Diane Boden, invites you to join her as she engages in conversations with a diverse range of experts. Together, they delve into the realms of minimalism, intentionality, and embracing a life of simplicity.
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Bonus Episode: Finding "It" (An Intentional Parenting Strategy) with Sandra Stanley
January 24, 2023 05:00 - 27 minutes - 25.5 MBAm I getting parenting right? Most parents at any and every stage, find themselves asking this question. Whether you’re sleep deprived with a colicky newborn or navigating the emotional roller coaster of a teenager, parenting has its ups and downs, its confusion and clarity, its big blowups and small victories. And no matter our family makeup or our children’s personalities, many of us experience anxiety over our children’s futures and often fear making a mistake. Sandra Stanley is no stra...
EP257: Kickstart Your "Great Money Reset" with Jill Schlesinger
January 24, 2023 05:00 - 26 minutes - 23.8 MBThe pandemic forced a lot of us to rethink everything -- our lifestyles, our personal relationships, even our careers. Now, when it comes to envisioning our future, financial expert Jill Schlesinger hears one question over and over: is this really how I want to live? Jill is the Emmy-nominated and two-time Gracie award-winning business analyst for CBS News, and the host of the extremely popular podcast and nationally syndicated radio show, Jill on Money. Today she joins me on the podcast to ...
Bonus Episode: A Delivery Room Epiphany & How to Grow Your Business Without Burning Out with Kim Rittenberg
January 20, 2023 16:00 - 29 minutes - 27 MBJoining me today is host of the Mom’s Exit Interview, Kim Rittberg. Kim was a media exec at Netflix and PEOPLE mag. Kim recognizes that women are looking for more flexibility, more fulfillment and are ditching corporate to find it. So many of us struggle because we say “yes” to everything but really need to say “no “ to more. We feel overloaded because we aren’t being judicious. Being intentional with our time and choosy about how we focus is so important. Today she is here to discuss corpor...
EP256: …But First, We Need to Address the Acquisition Cycle with Tracy McCubbin
January 17, 2023 05:00 - 21 minutes - 19.8 MBDo you feel like you have too much stuff? A cluttered space isn’t just inconvenient - the truth is: it’s hard to lead a joyful, purposeful life when you’re drowning in possessions. That said, decluttering is more than just getting rid of the stuff you already have. To make a real change in your home, you need to examine how these excess possessions got there in the first place. Returning for her second appearance on the Minimalist Moms Podcast is author and professional organizer, Tracy McCu...
EP255: Small Shifts (& a More Effective) Approach to Bad Habits with Monica Packer
January 10, 2023 05:00 - 31 minutes - 28.9 MBHave you ever felt like your habits are more like a ball and chain? Do they restrict you, keep you confined, or keep you from growing in the ways you really need to? If so, it’s time to recognize that you may need a different approach. Here to discuss flexible goal setting is host of the About Progress podcast, Monica Packer. On this episode, you’ll hear how Monica overcame a perfectionist mindset through flexibility and consistency - realizing that the two don’t compete with one another, ra...
EP254: How to Reach 1000 Hours Outside (January Launch Ideas) with Ginny Yurich
January 03, 2023 05:00 - 32 minutes - 29.3 MBBack for her third appearance on the Minimalist Moms podcast is creator of 1000 Hours Outside, Ginny Yurich. Ginny believes that the premise of spending 1000 Hours Outside each year is simple (with a profound impact) but it’s easy to feel ‘stuck’ or unmotivated, so today Ginny is here to offer us prompts and ideas for how to reach one thousand hours - even getting ourselves outside during the cold, winter months. This episode is full of seasonal activity prompts to help motivate you on those...
EP253: A Holistic Approach To Interior Design with Jessica Velazquez
December 27, 2022 05:00 - 25 minutes - 23.7 MBDo feeds showing picture-perfect rooms make you second-guess your abilities to make changes in your own home? Everywhere we turn, someone is trying to show or outpace the latest trend, and soon we’ll start hearing about 2023 Color Of The Year. I want to invite you to leave all that behind and start looking at your surroundings with a more holistic approach, one with intention, a deep sense of self awareness, and based on a vision of the type of home-life you seek. My guest is Jessica Velazqu...
Bonus Episode: That Sucked, Now What? Moving Through Life's Setbacks with Dr. Neeta Bhushan
December 23, 2022 05:00 - 23 minutes - 21.8 MBYou know those awful, terrible, sucker-punch moments in life? The ones that knock you down, burn you up, or make you cringe so hard you wish it was all a bad dream? Probably–because we all do. These epic, messy, oh-no-oh-crap moments of chaos are just part of life–yet, as Dr. Neeta Bhushan shows us, they're also beautiful opportunities for change. In today’s episode, Neeta explains why it's so hard to get back up when stuff goes down, and how to navigate the five stages of the Fly Forward Fr...
EP252: Let's Declutter: Negative Self-Talk with Julia Ubbenga
December 20, 2022 05:00 - 23 minutes - 21.5 MBWho do you talk to the most? Maybe you’re thinking: “my spouse, my kids, my friends, or my coworkers.” This may surprise you but the answer is none of the above. On a daily basis, the person you talk to the most is, without question, yourself. We each have around 70,000 self-talk thoughts a day. And here’s the problem—80% of them are negative. When we hear a steady barrage of negative words from the person we talk to by far the most, life becomes anything but simple. Disempowering thoughts (...
Bonus Episode: Pantry Swaps for a Healthier New Year with Leeann Rybakov
December 15, 2022 18:00 - 26 minutes - 23.8 MBBusy moms often have trouble with their digestive health. What could be a possible culprit? One possibility is the pantry. We find ourselves running into issues: feeling bloated, uncomfortable in our favorite clothes, and left not knowing how to navigate this health space in a way that works for our bodies. On today’s bonus episode, Leeann Rybakov joins me to discuss ways that the pantry is contributing to digestive health issues and how to swap out for healthier options! Even just "minimizi...
EP251: Why Every Mom Needs a Vision for the New Year with Jessica Jackson
December 13, 2022 05:00 - 29 minutes - 26.6 MBJoining me today is host of the Thriving in Motherhood Podcast, Jessica Jackson. After years of struggle Jessica realized there are simple, practical things she can do to stop living in overwhelm and find meaning and joy in everyday life. She loves empowering other mothers to create lives they are excited to wake up to each day. Today, our conversation will focus on creating a vision for the new year! ------------------------------- Links Discussed in This Episode Order a Copy of Minimal...
EP250: Let's Simplify: Travel with Angela Lyons
December 06, 2022 05:00 - 24 minutes - 22.5 MBAngela Lyons is a minimalist mom and avid traveler who loves to chat about finding balance, slowing down, and living an intentional life. Her family has undergone a few significant changes over the last few years at the hands of minimalism which has allowed them to embrace what is most important to them. As a part of this, Angela extensively decluttered her items, sold her house, elected to go part-time at her company to spend more time with the girls, and packed up the family for a 3-month ...
EP249: Celebrating Diversity & Kinship in the Home (and Beyond) with Amber O'Neal Johnston
November 28, 2022 21:00 - 26 minutes - 23.8 MBAmber O’Neal Johnston, a homeschooling mother of four, shows parents of all backgrounds how to create a home environment where children feel secure in their own personhood and culture, enabling them to better understand and appreciate people who are racially and culturally different. She’ll be joining me today to discuss her new book, A Place to Belong, which provides parents with the tools to empower children as they embrace their unique identities while feeling beautifully tethered to thei...
EP248: Teaching Self-Regulation (& Managing Kids Stuff) with Mari Harris
November 26, 2022 12:45 - 31 minutes - 28.6 MBJoining me today is Mari Collins. She and her husband created an app, called Ketshop that helps teach kids to prioritize things they really love - and learn to save towards those special purchases. Her hope is to change the way families shop - to focus on quality, educational items that kids buy for themselves, rather than a million knickknacks destined for landfill. Today, our conversation will focus on: intentional consumption, choice overload in children, teaching responsibility and accou...
EP247: Calm Confidence When Responding to Sibling Conflict with Emily Hamblin
November 22, 2022 05:00 - 26 minutes - 24.1 MB"...a lot of moms say, "I want to be in control." I'm like, "Good news, bad news. Bad news: You cannot control your child. Good news: You can control yourself. And when you control yourself it influences your child to be able to control themselves." Joining me today is parenting coach, Emily Hamblin. Emily is here to encourage listener's who struggle to find confidence when navigating their children's sibling rivalry. From decluttering our thoughts, to being intentional with our reactions, ...
EP246: Cultivating an Intentional Marriage with Marriage365
November 15, 2022 05:15 - 24 minutes - 22.4 MBJoining me today are relationship experts and founders of Marriage365, Casey and Meygan Caston. Casey and Meygan Caston were the couple least likely to succeed in their marriage. After meeting in college, they fell in love fast and then said I do. But after only three years, they were headed straight for divorce. Their relationship had fallen apart. Communication was lost. Their finances crumbled in the midst of the chaos and the worst part? They placed blame on each other for their bad marr...
Bonus Episode: Mindful Breaks & Meditation with Shonda Moralis
November 12, 2022 05:00 - 24 minutes - 22.7 MBJoining me today is psychotherapist and licensed clinical social worker Shonda Moralis. Her goal is to help women reclaim their peace of mind by centering themselves in the present moment, even while they’re being pulled in eighty different directions. Today, Shonda shares insights to help take a much-needed break, teaching you to be mindful and helping you to empower themselves, leading to a calmer, more fulfilled life. We chat about the basics of meditation, how the ‘impossibility of balan...
Bonus Episode: Building a Family of Faith with Andy Dooley
November 04, 2022 04:00 - 20 minutes - 18.3 MBWhether your family has been doing devotions together for years or this is your first time introducing them, Building a Family of Faith is just what you need to help your family connect with one another, grow in faith, and learn how physical activity can influence your relationships and your faith. Who better to guide you than Andy Dooley--a passionate leader, pastor, social media influencer, fitness professional, and father of four who has worked with families for more than eighteen years t...
EP244: The Open Air Life with Linda Åkeson McGurk
November 01, 2022 04:15 - 31 minutes - 29 MBJust like there is slow food, slow parenting, and slow entertainment, friluftsliv is a form of slow nature. An outdoorsy cousin of hygge, friluftsliv ('free-loofts-liv') is what Nordic people do outside all day before they cozy up in front of the fireplace with their wool socks on and a cup of hot cocoa. The concept is humble, but revolutionary: Live simply. Go outside often. Be kind to the earth. Friluftsliv can be as simple as an evening walk around the neighborhood or as advanced as a mul...
EP243: Play More, Tech Less with Abby Lynch
October 25, 2022 04:00 - 29 minutes - 26.8 MBScreen time doesn't necessarily have "one-size-fits-all" prescription; however, what does a realistic approach look like? What does the research actually suggest? How can we encourage the growth of imagination? How can we find more time for play? Joining me today to discuss all of this and more is the creator behind the popular account @playmore_techless, Abby Lynch. ------------------------------ Book: Something To Do Activity Book by Brie Muhlenkamp & Kaitlyn Sapp Account: Busy Toddler ...
EP242: Building a Whole and Healthy Family with Jodi Mockabee
October 18, 2022 04:00 - 31 minutes - 29 MBAll parents want their children to thrive, but what does that actually look like? And what does it take to get there? In her new book, The Whole and Healthy Family, Jodi Mockabee shares her parenting philosophy, one that encourages the equipping of each unique child to be able to function as a whole person so that they can enter adulthood as physically, spiritually, and mentally healthy individuals. Today we'll be discussing how to create a simple home environment, staying active as a family...
Bonus Episode: 5 Steps to Simplifying Your Business with Stefanie Gass
October 11, 2022 04:00 - 23 minutes - 21.5 MBMaking her second appearance on the Minimalist Moms Podcast is fellow podcaster, Stefanie Gass. Stefanie joined me back on EP84 to discuss "How Our Words Shape Our Days" and today she has more wisdom to share but this time we'll be talking business - specifically: how can we simplify our businesses? For anyone with any type of entrepreneurial journey - this one is for YOU! ------------------------------ Previous Episode: EP84: How Our Words Shape Our Days Book: Stolen Focus: Why You Can'...
EP241: Stop Attracting Clutter with Tracy McCubbin
October 10, 2022 16:55 - 36 minutes - 33.3 MBAs America attempts to recover nearly two years of “pandemic purchases” that have left our homes full of stuff, it’s no surprise that two-thirds of Americans admitted to having too many things in their homes, especially due to excessive online shopping during the pandemic. According to my guest today, celebrity decluttering expert, Tracy McCubbin, a cluttered space isn't just inconvenient―the truth is it's hard to lead a joyful, purposeful life when the things around you detract from your r...
Bonus Episode: “Our Bodies Aren’t Problems That Need to Be Fixed” with Kelley Nemiro
October 04, 2022 04:00 - 25 minutes - 23.2 MBMost Americans report feeling unhappy with how their body looks at times. There are many contributors to a negative body image but there are also many ways to flip our perspective and focus on the good. Joining me to discuss this topic is certified holistic coach, Kelley Nemiro of Wellness By Kelley. ------------------------------ Connect with Kelly: Website Instagram Facebook Show notes for Bonus Episode: "Our Bodies Aren't Problems That Need to Be Solved" Enjoy this Podcast? Post a...
EP240: Get Organized to Live on Purpose with Jennifer Ford Berry
September 27, 2022 04:15 - 30 minutes - 28.1 MBMarketing and advertising companies get paid big money getting people to believe that they need more stuff. And consumers are told that buying new products will make them happier or skinnier or appear more successful. But the truth is that every single item we bring into our home requires some amount of space, time, energy, or money. Joining me today to discuss this topic is best-selling author, Jennifer Ford Berry. ------------------------------ Jennifer’s Resource: Trello - Task Manageme...
Going Deeper: Leaving Corporate for a More Intentional Career with Sarah Hollingsworth
September 24, 2022 04:00 - 33 minutes - 30.9 MBThis is the third in a new series of the Minimalist Moms Podcast. Going Deeper episodes will be less structured with a more conversational tone. This week, I spoke with Sarah Hollingsworth of Poppylist about leaving her corporate job for a more intentional career. Sarah vulnerably shares all: the mental ups and downs, advice, starting over as a new mom and more... ------------------------------- Show Notes for Going Deeper: Leaving Corporate for a More Intentional Career Enjoy this Podcas...
EP239: Edit Your Child's Wardrobe to the Essentials with Laurel Thompson
September 20, 2022 04:00 - 28 minutes - 26.5 MBJoining me on today's episode is fashion designer, Laurel Wells Thompson. Our conversation focuses on the history of children's fashion, how things changed post-industrial revolution, why we are addicted to cheap clothes, the true cost of fast fashion, what to look for when shopping for kids' outfits (everything from fabrication to construction) and more... ------------------------------- Links Discussed in This Episode Order a Copy of Minimalist Moms: Living and Parenting with Simplicity...
EP238: Quality Over Quantity, Curating Your Closet And Embracing The Outfit Repeat with Kristi Soomer
September 13, 2022 04:00 - 26 minutes - 24.7 MBOn average we spend 17 minutes each morning getting dressed and by simplifying our wardrobes we can do more with less! Curating a capsule wardrobe is about really putting value into your purchases, thinking about versatility, the longevity of a garment, really picking quality pieces and embracing the outfit repeat! Joining me today to talk about these concepts (and more) is Kristi Soomer - founder of the sustainable clothing line, Encircled. ------------------------------- Links Discussed ...
EP237: Designing Simple Storage Solutions with the Curated Nest
September 06, 2022 04:00 - 30 minutes - 27.8 MBJoining me today are interior designers, Erin and Lina of the Curated Nest. Erin and Lina first bonded over beautiful designs and burritos as sleep-deprived new moms at a mommy meetup in Brooklyn, NY. They had an instant design connection, and with 20+ combined years of experience in interior design and client-focused business, forming a partnership was easy. In this episode, they'll discuss: how Curated Nest helps their clients achieve an organized environment, how to conceal kid's toys wit...
EP236: Hacks for Family Travel with Chris Hutchins
August 30, 2022 04:00 - 33 minutes - 30.4 MBCan you spend less, save more, and still lead a life of travel and adventure? Chris Hutchins, acclaimed financial optimizer and host of the chart-topping podcast All the Hacks, says that you can — and he has the evidence to back it up. Today, Chris will share actionable advice for how families can live better (while spending less), vacation secrets (such as how can we can we make family vacation attainable even on a strict budget) and more... ------------------------------- Links Discussed...
EP235: YOUR Back-to-School Routine with Sarah Powers (The Mom Hour)
August 23, 2022 04:00 - 27 minutes - 25.1 MBWe’ve talked about back-to-school routines for our kids, but what about ours? Joining me today is co-host of the Mom Hour podcast, Sarah Powers. Sarah discusses personal game changers in her routine, what people focus on that they shouldn’t and more…This episode is for stay-at-home moms, working moms, part-time working moms - if your child is starting some kind of schooling this fall, this one is for you! ------------------------------- Links Discussed in This Episode Order a Copy of Mini...
EP234: Raising Children to Become Critical Thinkers with Julie Bogart
August 16, 2022 04:00 - 35 minutes - 32.7 MBEducation is not solely about acquiring information and skills across subject areas, but also about understanding how and why we believe what we do. At a time where our online capabilities allow us infinite information and opinions, you can understand how parents (and teachers) worry about how students will interpret what they read and see. But how do we encourage them to examine different perspectives? How do we teach them the skills they need to become discerning adults? Joining me today i...
[REPLAY] EP191: Reassessing Your School Year Routines
August 12, 2022 04:00 - 25 minutes - 23 MBOrder (or Review) Your Copy of Minimalist Moms: Living & Parenting with Simplicity There are two times each year that always encourage me to re-evaluate my routine. The first is at the beginning of a new year and the second is the beginning of a new school year. The back-to-school season (or any change in seasons, for that matter) is a great time to re-evaluate our daily and weekly routines to make sure they’re serving us. Most of our children are back in school (and likely have been for se...
EP233: Free-Range Children (The Benefits of Children Outside Without You!) with Allana Robinson
August 09, 2022 04:15 - 34 minutes - 31.4 MBWe’ve heard all about the need to get our 1000 Hours Outside (thanks to friend of the podcast, Ginny Yurich) but what about getting our kids outdoors WITHOUT us? Joining me today is parenting coach, Allana Robinson. Allana believes a helpful developmental tool can be the role of outdoor play (and why it needs to be done (from time-to-time) without parents!) Her coaching encourages parents to ditch the overwhelm (and confusion) so they can actually focus on things that matter (which is right ...
Bonus Episode: How Parents Can Lay the Foundation for Literacy Success with Maya Smart
August 05, 2022 04:35 - 28 minutes - 26.4 MBDid you know that babies less than a day old can parse out different vowel sounds? Or that language learning starts early while a baby is in utero, by about 35 weeks’ gestation, and the formation of synapses involved in language learning peaks during the first 6 months after birth? Me neither, until I read Maya Smart’s READING FOR OUR LIVES: A Literacy Action Plan from Birth to Six, a step-by-step guide for building literacy in a child’s early years. Maya is here today to discuss key strateg...
EP232 : Take Stress Out of the Kitchen with Laney Schwartz
August 02, 2022 04:15 - 25 minutes - 23 MBToday’s episode features my conversation with Laney Schwartz, author of the popular cooking blog, Life is But a Dish. Laney is passionate to help moms overcome their fear of the kitchen to gain confidence in their skills. Cooking can be fun and enjoyable, and Laney helps women feel assured in the kitchen so that they can entertain their families and friends stress-free. ------------------------------- Show Notes for EP233: Take Stress Out of the Kitchen Links Discussed in This Episode O...
Going Deeper: Unschooling with Leah McDermott
July 26, 2022 04:15 - 31 minutes - 29 MBThis is the second in a new series of the Minimalist Moms Podcast. Going Deeper episodes will be less structured with a more conversational tone. This week, I spoke with Leah McDermott of Your Natural Learner about "unschooling", also known as "natural learning". Leah shared about her experience "unschooling" her children, education, encouragement to others and more. If you're a homeschooling family or are curious about unschooling/natural learning, this episode is for you! ---------------...
Bonus Episode: How to Contribute to the Climate Movement Through Self-Discovery with Heather White
July 26, 2022 04:15 - 24 minutes - 22.2 MBJoining me today is author and environmentalist Heather White. She is here to discuss how to contribute to the climate movement through self-discovery. Her revolutionary call to action will unlock your eco-friendly “superpower”, to create a daily practice of sustainability. This conversation will focus on what Heather calls the “seven essential service types”. After twenty years of environmental advocacy, Heather developed the assessment to show people how they can take action in their own l...
EP231: Mental Toughness in Parenting with Steve Magness
July 19, 2022 05:15 - 34 minutes - 31.4 MBJoin me today for a conversation with world-renowned expert on performance, well-being, and sustainable success, Steve Magness. I recently heard Steve on an episode of the Rich Roll podcast and thoroughly enjoyed the conversation regarding mental toughness. As a mom to three young children, I recognized the correlation to mental toughness needed in parenthood. Having coached Olympic athletes and other top-performers, I knew Steve would be a great guest to discuss resilience but specifically,...
EP230: Simple Ways to Encourage More Play in Your Family with Anna Yudina
July 12, 2022 04:15 - 26 minutes - 24.7 MBAs most of you know, a huge issue parents currently face is a sharp increase in screen time for children. In fact, a recent study by JAMA Pediatrics found that children’s recreational use of screens (not including time spent online for virtual classes) nearly doubled during the pandemic. Moreover, the study linked higher screen usage to poorer mental health and greater stress among teens. I, myself, acknowledge that screens themselves aren’t bad but strive to balance screen time with playtim...
EP228: Decluttering the Entire Home: How to Accomplish, Timelines, & Mistakes We Make with Amy Mayorga
July 05, 2022 04:15 - 31 minutes - 29 MBWhether you’re new to minimalism and decluttering or have been pursuing the lifestyle for awhile now, today’s episode is for you! I’m joined by professional organizer, Amy Mayorga to discuss decluttering our entire homes. This episode is filled with practical advice for how to accomplish this, timelines, mistakes we make in the process and more… ------------------------------- Show Notes for EP228: Decluttering the Entire Home Enjoy this Podcast? Post a review and share it! If you enjoye...
EP229: Addressing Digital Mistakes (& Other First Phone Tips) with Catherine Pearlman
July 05, 2022 04:15 - 22 minutes - 20.3 MBJoining me today is author, Catherine Pearlman for a conversation about first phones and digital safety. In her new book, First Phone, Catherine Pearlman—licensed clinical social worker and parenting expert—introduces 8 to 12-year olds (and their parents) to the concepts of digital safety, privacy, social media, cyberbullying, phone etiquette and how to set appropriate boundaries to establish a healthy digital relationship in an increasingly complicated online world. I hope this conversation...
Going Deeper: My Parent is a Hoarder with Tara Clark
June 28, 2022 04:15 - 21 minutes - 19.5 MBThis is the first in a new series of the Minimalist Moms Podcast. Going Deeper episodes will be less structured with a more conversational tone. This week, I spoke with Tara Clark of Modern Mom Probs about growing up with a hoarder. Tara vulnerably shared how hoarding affected her growing up, how it's affected her now and advice for you if a parent or someone you know is in the same situation. ------------------------------- Show Notes for Going Deeper: My Parent is a Hoarder Enjoy this P...
Bonus Episode: How Understanding Our Monthly Cycle Can Influence a More Intentional Life with Megan Rempel
June 25, 2022 04:00 - 24 minutes - 22.9 MBBy tracking our unique monthly cycle, we can sync our activities for maximum effectiveness in every area of our life, including decluttering and living a more minimalist lifestyle. Decluttering can be emotional and physically demanding, and cycle syncing can ensure you are doing the right tasks at the right time to make the process easier and more enjoyable. Join me today for an in-depth discussion about this topic with registered nurse, Megan Rempel. Megan discusses how, as women, we have b...
EP227: Mimetic Desire in Everyday Life with Luke Burgis
June 21, 2022 04:15 - 28 minutes - 26.4 MBMimetic desire — the act of desiring simply what others desire – imitating what others want instead of developing our own intentional, conscious wanting – is powerful in our development, our world and in our everyday lives. Today’s guest, author Luke Burgis, shares his expertise about this concept, how society influences mimetic desire, how we can determine what we truly desire, the impact we can have on the desires of those around us and more! ------------------------------- Show Notes fo...
Minimalist Mantra: Keep Small Things Small
June 20, 2022 04:00 - 3 minutes - 3.3 MBThe Minimalist Mantra of the Week is a quick, 5-minute episode with a phrase you can think on throughout the week. These mantras are taken as excerpts from Minimalist Moms: Living & Parenting with Simplicty. This week's mantra is: Keep Small Things Small. Let’s keep the conversation going on our Facebook page or Instagram! Our Sponsors: * Check out Homethreads and use my code minimalist for a great deal: www.homethreads.com * Check out My Life in a Book and use my code MINIMALIST for a gr...
EP226: How to Wash and Store Produce, Waste Less and Save Money with Amy Cross
June 13, 2022 05:00 - 23 minutes - 21.9 MBThe average American family throws out 30-40% of the groceries they buy from produce to leftovers. The easiest way to save money would be to use everything we buy - but how do we do this? Joining me today is Amy Cross of the Cross Legacy Blog (known for the viral strawberries in a jar hack). On this episode, she shares some of her best tips for washing and storing produce and how to, ultimately, save money by doing so! ------------------------------- Show Notes for EP226: How to Wash and S...
EP225: Let's Simplify: Home Renovations with Noell Jett
June 07, 2022 05:00 - 19 minutes - 17.7 MBEight years ago, Noell and her husband Daniel Jett set out to build the house of their dreams… by themselves. With Daniel’s contracting background and Noell’s love for all things home, they masterfully built a gorgeous farmhouse and posted their progress on social media. Flash-forward to today, Noell’s popular Instagram and TikTok accounts have accumulated over 4.7 million dedicated followers. She and Daniel along with their four (soon to be 5!) children share their lives, DIY tips, cleaning...
EP224: Good People Can Be Bad at Relationships with Matthew Fray
May 31, 2022 04:00 - 36 minutes - 33.4 MBJoin me today for a conversation with author, Matthew Fray all about intentionality in marriage. Matthew has written a thoughtful, down-to-earth guide to help partners identify and address relationship-killing behavior patterns in their own lives. Filtered through the lens of his own surprising, life-changing experience and his years counseling couples, his new book, This Is How Your Marriage Ends, exposes the root problem of so many relationships that go wrong. We simply haven’t been taught...
EP224: Good People Can Be Bad at Relationships with Matthew Frey
May 31, 2022 04:00 - 37 minutes - 34.5 MBJoin me today for a conversation with author, Matthew Fray all about intentionality in marriage. Matthew has written a thoughtful, down-to-earth guide to help partners identify and address relationship-killing behavior patterns in their own lives. Filtered through the lens of his own surprising, life-changing experience and his years counseling couples, his new book, This Is How Your Marriage Ends, exposes the root problem of so many relationships that go wrong. We simply haven’t been taught...