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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EP223: Helpful Minimalism Practices for Introverted Parents with Julie Vick
May 24, 2022 04:00 - 22 minutes - 20.9 MBIf you’re an introvert, minimalism might be for you. From more peace in your home to higher productivity, introverts can benefit from implementing a minimalist lifestyle. Join me today for a conversation with author, Julie Vick about intentional practices for introverted personalities. ------------------------------- My Resource of the Week: Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can’t Stop Talking Show Notes for EP223: Helpful Minimalism Practices for Introverted Parents Enjoy ...
EP222: Finding Contentment Through Minimalism with Emily Eusanio
May 17, 2022 05:00 - 34 minutes - 31.4 MBDoes minimalism help us find contentment? Why do we remain discontented despite pursuing minimalism? Join me today as I speak with author of A Simpler Motherhood, Emily Eusanio to answer the questions and more! ------------------------------- My Resource of the Week: Ebb and Float (Let them know Diane from the Minimalist Moms Podcast sent you! Ha!) Show Notes for EP222 Finding Contentment Through Minimalism Enjoy this Podcast? Post a review and share it! If you enjoyed tuning into this...
Bonus Episode: Prepare On Sunday To Make Your Week Run Smoother with Toni-Ann Mayembe
May 13, 2022 04:55 - 19 minutes - 17.9 MBJoin me today for a special bonus conversation with host of the Real Happy Mom podcast, Toni-Ann Mayembe. Toni shares advice for weekend routines that best prepare us for the work week. Her suggestions are likely to help you reduce overwhelm and eliminate unnecessary stress in your week. Show Notes for Bonus Episode: Prepare On Sunday To Make Your Week Run Smoother ------------------------------- Enjoy this Podcast? Post a review and share it! If you enjoyed tuning into this podcast, the...
EP221: Simple Parenting Strategies for the Toddler Years (Ages 1-5) with Devon Kuntzman
May 10, 2022 05:00 - 26 minutes - 24.7 MBJoin me today for a conversation with the woman behind the popular Instagram account, Transforming Toddlerhood, Devon Kuntzman. Devon empowers toddler parents to overcome the challenges of toddlerhood, nurture development and create confidence in their skills through using positive, respectful, and developmentally appropriate parenting tools. Today we’ll be discussing intentional parenting tools you’ll need for the toddler years, simple strategies for redirection and more… My Resource of th...
EP220: Making Space for Balance with Whitney English
May 03, 2022 05:00 - 28 minutes - 26.4 MBJoining me today is mom of three, creator of the Day Designer and new author, Whitney English. Whitney and I had somewhat of an ‘unplugged’ conversation about her new book; we also discussed authenticity, failing to meet our own standards (and being okay with it), finding space for balance and more. My Resource of the Week: Book: Teach Your Child to Read in 100 Easy Lessons Show Notes for EP220: Making Space for Balance Enjoy this Podcast? Post a review and share it! If you enjoyed tuni...
EP219: REALISTIC Tips for Less Waste (and More Joy!) with Tara McKenna
April 26, 2022 05:00 - 39 minutes - 36.6 MBJoin me today for a conversation with Tara McKenna about simple switches to change your mindset regarding waste. We're all trapped in a wasteful convenience-based cycle, but Tara’s new book, Don’t Be Trashy offers an alternative: an approach to reducing waste that emphasizes progress over perfection. Ultimately, it's about changing your mindset to one of minimalism and conscious consumption—a mindset that’s as good for your wallet and your well-being as it is for the planet. My Resource of ...
EP218: 'Prioritize Nature, Reclaim Childhood, & Experience a Fuller Life' [1000 Hours Outside] with Ginny Yurich
April 19, 2022 05:00 - 39 minutes - 35.9 MBAs parents and teachers, one of the most beneficial things we can do is to allow our children to play outside - for hours on end. The concept is simple. The execution is harder. The impact is tremendous. Join me today for a conversation with founder of the global movement, 1000 Hours Outside, Ginny Yurich. Ginny joined me back on episode 184 to discuss quick tips for getting outside and today she is here to share all about the benefits of getting into nature, the impacts on physical and emot...
EP217: Productivity Tips for a Smoother Week with Carey Bentley
April 12, 2022 05:00 - 31 minutes - 29.2 MBPeople think that planning should feel good but it’s actually an anxiety-inducing event that you can develop resistance to in your brain. The trick is to turn planning into a rewarding event that your mind looks forward to. Then execution becomes a bit of a no-brainer. But how? Join me today as I speak with productivity expert and co-founder of the Lifehack Method, Carey Bentley. Carey’s helped more than 50,000 professionals who want to prevent burnout and create more freedom in their lives....
EP216: Learning to Let Go, Keep Going and Live Lightly with Shauna Niequist
April 05, 2022 05:00 - 28 minutes - 25.9 MBJoin me today for a conversation with author, Shauna Niequist. Her new book, I Just Haven't Learned That Yet, is full of stories of how we cope with unexpected change, letting go of previous seasons, and embracing the present. I’ve been a fan of Shauna for many years and this interview is yet another example of her incredible way with words! We talk about letting go of old ways that no longer serve us, learning to let go, being easily delighted and more! My Resources of the Week: Glow Kids...
EP215: Generation Sleepless (Why Tweens & Teens Aren’t Sleeping Enough, And How We Can Help Them!) with Heather Turgeon and Julie Wright
March 29, 2022 05:00 - 25 minutes - 23 MBJoin me today for a conversation with psychotherapists, Heather Turgeon and Julie Wright. They’re here to discuss the issue of teen sleep with the theme of minimalism and simplifying in mind. They share how to decrease our reliance on technology and social media (due to its impact on our sleep and health), suggestions for evening and morning routines that fuel intentional living and more. ---- Show Notes for EP215: Generation Sleepless (Why Tweens & Teens Aren’t Sleeping Enough, And How We...
EP214: The Downsides of Small Space Living (and Solutions for How to Tackle Them!) with Laura Fenton
March 22, 2022 05:00 - 37 minutes - 34.7 MBJoin me today for a conversation with the author of The Little Book of Living Small, Laura Fenton. Laura joined me back on EP174 to talk about helpful hints for living small and today we’ll be discussing the downsides of small space living; however, we’ll provide solutions to combat the ‘negatives’ (which may not be so negative, after all.) ---- Show Notes for EP214: The Downsides of Small Space Living (and Solutions for How to Tackle Them!) Enjoy this Podcast? Post a review and share it...
EP213: Replacing Financial Falsehoods with Truth with Jessi Fearon
March 15, 2022 05:00 - 22 minutes - 21 MBJoin me today as I talk to certified financial coach and personal finance expert, Jessi Fearon about what she believes are the five financial truths to overcome barriers and better understand how to make your version of the 'American Dream' a reality. What are we believing about the 'American Dream' that is simply untrue? Are there any universal truths? How have we distorted our view of finances and how can we move towards a life of financial freedom? ---- Show Notes for EP213: Replacing F...
EP212: Saying "Yes" to Solitude with Rebekah Iliff with Rebekah Iliff
March 08, 2022 06:00 - 27 minutes - 25.3 MBAs a minimalist, one of my goals is to find time to regularly shut out the noise and prioritize alone time. It isn’t always easy to find dedicated time to myself each week but, even if for a half hour evening walk, I try to prioritize solitude in my life. Here today to share more about her findings and musings on solitude/alone time is author, Rebekah Iliff. ---- Show Notes for EP212: Saying "Yes" to Solitude Enjoy this Podcast? Post a review and share it! If you enjoyed tuning into this...
Bonus Episode: When It Comes to Playtime, Less is More with Jessica Rolph [Lovevery]
March 08, 2022 06:00 - 21 minutes - 19.9 MBJoin me today for a special bonus episode with co-founder of Lovevery, Jessica Rolph. Jessica discusses why less is more when it comes to playtime: how she has cultivated independent play with her own children, hurdles we may face when encouraging our own children and more... ---- Show Notes for Bonus Episode: When It Comes to Playtime, Less is More Enjoy this Podcast? Post a review and share it! If you enjoyed tuning into this podcast, then do not hesitate to write a review. You can als...
EP211: Intentionality in the Kitchen with Caroline Fausel
March 01, 2022 06:00 - 31 minutes - 29.2 MBJoin me today for a conversation all about simplicity in the kitchen with Caroline Fausel. Caroline Fausel is a recipe developer, clean living advocate, and mom of two and creator of the popular blog, Olive You Whole. For nearly a decade, she has created and shared meals for those striving to eat healthier. Caroline’s efficient methods strive to minimize time spent in the kitchen, so more time can be spent with the family. Today she’s here to discuss simplicity in the kitchen: batch cooking,...
EP210: How to Confidently Create Connection and Community with Morgan Tyree
February 22, 2022 06:00 - 23 minutes - 21.5 MBDoes the thought of hosting a dinner send you into spasms of delight or spirals of dismay? Do you love opening your home to others? Or do you dread even the planning it takes to get a group of friends to arrive at the same restaurant at the same time? We each have our own unique hospitality personality and when you tap into yours you’ll find it much easier to confidently create connection and community. Here today to discuss this topic is author, Morgan Tyree. ---- Show Notes for How to Co...
EP209: Unclutter Your Soul with Trina McNeilly
February 15, 2022 05:00 - 31 minutes - 29.3 MBFor a lot of us listening, we’ve gotten really good at decluttering our homes - but what about our inner homes? I mean, what about the weight of something you may be carrying around with you (mentally, emotionally, or spiritually) that gets in the way? Join me today as I speak with author, Trina McNeilly about how we can observe, own and, ultimately, overcome what is overwhelming us. This episode is in no way a prescription that will solve all of your problems but I hope it’s a stepping poin...
Bonus Episode: Living 'Primally Pure' with Bethany McDaniel
February 08, 2022 06:00 - 20 minutes - 18.4 MBJoin me today for a special bonus episode with the creator of Primally Pure, Bethany McDaniel. We chat about how to transition to using natural skincare products, transforming the next generation's relationship with skincare through clean beauty education, how to make natural skincare products from ingredients in your kitchen and more… ---- Enjoy this Podcast? Post a review and share it! If you enjoyed tuning into this podcast, then do not hesitate to write a review. You can also share th...
EP208: Let's Simplify: Children's Chores with Melissa Griffiths
February 08, 2022 06:00 - 26 minutes - 24.1 MBAs our children grow older, their responsibilities will naturally grow. There are personal responsibilities and there are household responsibilities but the question is: how do we delegate? Today’s episode is all about how we can implement simple solutions to involve our children in household chores. And joining me for this conversation is creator of the popular blog, Bless This Mess, Melissa Griffiths. ---- Show Notes for EP208: Let's Simplify: Children's Chores Enjoy this Podcast? Post...
EP207: Swedish Death Cleaning: Morbid or Mandatory? with Emily McDermott
February 01, 2022 06:00 - 29 minutes - 26.9 MBSwedish Death Cleaning, or döstädning, is removing unnecessary items and preparing your home so that your loved ones aren’t burdened by them after you pass away. While the book that made it famous in 2017, The Gentle Art of Swedish Death Cleaning by Margareta Magnusson, focuses mostly on people who are in their sixties or “when the time is coming closer for you to leave the planet”, there is no reason why we can’t start today as younger moms who don’t want to burden our spouse/partners and l...
Bonus Episode: Medicinal Eating & Holistic Living with Root & Nourish (Abbey Rodriguez & Jennifer Kurdyla)
January 28, 2022 06:00 - 27 minutes - 25.3 MBJoin me for a bonus episode with authors, Abbey Rodriguez & Jennifer Kurdyla. Abbey and Jennifer are the co-authors of “Root and Nourish: An Herbal Cookbook for Women’s Wellness,” where they teach women how to incorporate plant medicine into everyday life through food and self-care, as well as mindfulness and holistic lifestyle practices. Today we’ll discuss various topics from their book: embracing single-tasking to support overall health, befriending single pants in your diet, herbs and sp...
EP206: Defining "All the Things" with Rachel Brenke
January 25, 2022 06:00 - 33 minutes - 30.3 MBJoin me today for a conversation with Rachel Brenke. We discuss the idea of 'all the things': what does this even mean and why does it make me cringe sometimes? How do we define 'all the things'? What is one thing we need to include in 'all the things'? What is one step a working mom can take to condense her schedule and more… ---- Show Notes for EP206: Defining "All the Things" Enjoy this Podcast? Post a review and share it! If you enjoyed tuning into this podcast, then do not hesitate ...
EP205: Less Stuff, More Adventure with Miranda Anderson
January 18, 2022 06:00 - 44 minutes - 40.6 MBJoin me today as I talk to fellow podcaster and author, Miranda Anderson. Our conversation begins with a chat about her year of 'no spending' and we end with her five-step framework for moms to adopt and implement an adventure mindset. My hope is that you walk away from this conversation with clarity of what an adventure mindset looks like in relation to minimalism and contentment with 'less'. ---- Show Notes for EP205: Less Stuff, More Adventure Enjoy this Podcast? Post a review and sha...
EP204: The Power of Fun with Catherine Price
January 11, 2022 06:00 - 33 minutes - 30.6 MBWe’ll be chatting all about the ‘power of fun’ on today’s episode! In our always-on, productivity-addicted lifestyles, we tend to think of the pursuit of fun as being indulgent or childish. We claim not to have time for it even as we spend hours a day engaging in what journalist and screen/life balance expert Catherine Price calls “Fake Fun”—binging Netflix, scrolling through Twitter, or indulging our FOMO on Instagram, all in hopes of filling some of the emptiness we feel inside. Through ye...
EP203: Declutter, Then Elevate with Shira Gill
January 04, 2022 06:00 - 36 minutes - 33 MBJoin me today as I speak with home organizing expert (and author of the new book, Minimalista) Shira Gill. Shira teaches that the most important thing you can do is start, and that small victories, achieved one at a time, will snowball into massive transformation. We’ll be discussing these small victories along with sentimentality, elevating our space and so much more! ---- Show Notes for EP203: Declutter, Then Elevate Enjoy this Podcast? Post a review and share it! If you enjoyed tuni...
EP202: Digital Clutter [From Your Inbox to your Archives] with Kath Younger
December 21, 2021 06:00 - 30 minutes - 27.6 MBJoin me today for a conversation with Kath Younger of the popular blog, Kath Eats. Today we chat about digital clutter, specifically when it comes to your inbox or digital events. She discusses why the ‘search’ function is our best friend, the ‘star box’ method, how not to use our inbox as a digital filing cabinet and more! This is a friendly nudge to give attention to these spaces in the upcoming year. ---- Show Notes for EP202: Digital Clutter [From Your Inbox to Your Archives] Enjoy t...
EP201: Bringing Kids Into the Kitchen (How to Start + Not Get Overwhelmed) with Heather Englund
December 14, 2021 06:00 - 22 minutes - 20.3 MBJoin me today as I speak with Heather Englund of Fit Mama Real Food about how to involve our kiddos in the cooking process, making it fun (and simple), dealing with picky eaters and more! We chat her top simple and actionable tips to apply in your own life as you help keep your kiddos interested and sharing in the joy of preparing food! ---- Show Notes for EP201: Bringing Kids Into the Kitchen (How to Start + Not Get Overwhelmed) Enjoy this Podcast? Post a review and share it! If you enj...
Bonus Episode: A Balancing Act: Passions, Responsibilities & Everyday Life with Sarah Molitor
December 07, 2021 06:00 - 20 minutes - 19 MBJoin me for a bonus episode with creator of Modern Farmhouse Family, Sarah Molitor. Sarah joins me to discuss her tips on navigating life and juggling responsibilities as a mom (while still pursuing your passions!) We talk mom guilt, outsourcing, juggling and, most importantly, how to find balance! ---- Show Notes for Bonus Episode: A Balancing Act: Passions, Responsibilities & Everyday Life Enjoy this Podcast? Post a review and share it! If you enjoyed tuning into this podcast, then do ...
EP200: Intentional Learning at Home with Erin Loechner
December 07, 2021 05:30 - 25 minutes - 22.9 MBJoin me today for a conversation about intentional learning at home with author and creator of Other Goose, Erin Loechner. We discuss teaching our children in our everyday lives (including simple lessons a mom can fit into a morning), how her principles for intentional living can apply to homeschooling and more. I’ve been loving Other Goose for simple daily prompts to spend some 1:1 time with my kids (especially my youngest two.! They’re educational and so sweet! Link is here, if you’d like...
EP199: Messy Minimalism: Realistic Strategies for the Rest of Us with Rachelle Crawford
November 30, 2021 06:00 - 27 minutes - 25.5 MBThink minimalism means a perfectly curated, always tidy home? Think again. Drowning in tides of toys, overflowing closets, and a crazy schedule, Rachelle Crawford assumed you had to be naturally organized to keep a tidy living space. Then she found minimalism: the messy, real-life kind, that is less about perfection and more about purpose. Becoming a messy minimalist is not about turning into someone else; it's about clearing away clutter and expectations to unearth who you really are. Join ...
Bonus Episode: Advice For Dealing with Unwanted Gifts with Becka Butler
November 23, 2021 06:00 - 14 minutes - 13.2 MBPeople are excited to show their love by giving gifts (especially during the holiday season) but what happens when you receive something that you didn’t ask for or want? Knowing how to accept graciously is a skill that we all should hone; it should be your goal to make sure to respond in such a way that the gift giver knows you genuinely appreciate the gesture- even if the sweater is itchy or the perfume isn’t your signature scent. Join me today as I talk with Becka Butler regarding tips on ...
Bonus Episode: [Even More Reasons] to Simplify Your Wardrobe By Color with Jeannie Stith
November 19, 2021 06:00 - 24 minutes - 22.8 MBNeed a Simple, Holiday Gift Idea? Order Your Copy of Minimalist Moms: Living & Parenting with Simplicity Join me for this bonus episode with repeat guest, Jeannie Stith. Jeannie is founder and CEO of Color Guru. She analyzes women's hair, skin, and eye color to give them their ideal color palette for clothing to highlight their beauty and simplify shopping. Jeannie is also the creator and teacher of the "Create Your Colorful Capsule Wardrobe" online course. Knowing ones’ colors makes simpli...
EP198: Initiating Stronger Relationships with Our Children with Vanessa Quigley (@chatbooks)
November 16, 2021 06:00 - 31 minutes - 28.8 MBMy guess is if you surveyed any mom, she’d likely tell you she desires more intentional time with her child(ren). Whether she’s a working mom or stay-at-home mom, our days fill up fast. Not to mention, as our family grows or, inevitably, as our children grow older, it can be tricky to find the time to intentionally pursue them. Tricky but not impossible. Here today to offer wisdom from her own experience as the mother to seven children is founder of Chatbooks, Vanessa Quigley. She talks abou...
EP198: Initiating Stronger Relationships with Our Children with Vanessa Quigley
November 16, 2021 06:00 - 30 minutes - 28 MBMy guess is if you surveyed any mom, she’d likely tell you she desires more intentional time with her child(ren). Whether she’s a working mom or stay-at-home mom, our days fill up fast. Not to mention, as our family grows or, inevitably, as our children grow older, it can be tricky to find the time to intentionally pursue them. Tricky but not impossible. Here today to offer wisdom from her own experience as the mother to seven children is founder of Chatbooks, Vanessa Quigley. She talks abou...
Introducing...Flip & Mozi’s Guide to How to Be An Earthling
November 16, 2021 06:00 - 3 minutes - 3.04 MBIntroducing Flip & Mozi’s Guide to How to be an Earthling, the intergalactic musical podcast that brings conservation into the conversation for kids and their grown-ups. From the creators of the #1 Kids and Family podcast, Wow in the World, in collaboration with Grammy-nominated,The Pop Ups, each audio animated, humor-filled episode inspires a sense of environmental stewardship, both for the Earth and all of its animal earthlings. Visit flipandmozi.com for more! Support this podcast at — h...
EP197: Habits of the Household with Justin Whitley Earley
November 09, 2021 06:00 - 35 minutes - 32.7 MBLooking for a different take on parenting hacks? I'm thrilled to introduce you to Justin Whitmel Earley, a father of four teaching parents how to create structure from mealtime to bedtime through creating purposeful habits. You long for tender moments with your children--but do you ever find yourself too busy to stop, make eye contact, and say something you really mean? Daily habits are powerful ways to shape the heart--but do you find yourself giving in to screen time just to get through th...
Bonus Episode: How to Create a Bedtime Routine for Your Kids (and Actually Stick To It) with Becca Campbell
November 05, 2021 05:00 - 31 minutes - 29.2 MBNeed a Simple, Holiday Gift Idea? Order Your Copy of Minimalist Moms: Living & Parenting with Simplicity On today’s bonus episode, Becca Campbell, sleep consultant and CEO of Little Z's Sleep, brings her personal experience and education to the table to answer the question of parents everywhere, "How can I establish a bedtime routine for my child…and actually stick with it?" Becca answers questions such as how do we minimize battles? How do we stick with it? Helpful do’s and don’ts and more...
EP196: Becoming Intentional with Money Management with Erin Skye Kelly
November 02, 2021 05:00 - 32 minutes - 29.6 MBI usually don’t share guest quotes prior to the interview but my guest today, author, Erin Skye Kelly said something that really stuck with me, “Debt Is Clutter.” Debt is clutter and it leads to a lack of freedom. It was this lesson that I had to learn before I began to pursue the purging of material things. Intentionality with my finances came first and the clutter followed. This episode won’t suddenly eradicate your debt but I hope it provides you with tools and inspiration to see that deb...
EP195: Feeling Confident in Your Capsule Wardrobe with Kim Hancher
October 26, 2021 05:00 - 27 minutes - 24.9 MBOn today’s episode, I speak with style coach, Kim Hancher. Kim teaches women how to create their unique style, dress their body type, and curate a capsule wardrobe so that they feel confident doing something you have to do every day, get dressed. In this episode, she discusses how to consciously curate a capsule wardrobe and (beyond that) how to wear more of the clothes you already have in your closet right now by incorporating her tried and true style concepts. Before we get into the conver...
Introducing...Melon's House Party!
October 22, 2021 05:00 - 4 minutes - 4.4 MBWelcome to Melon’s House Party! Did you know that the objects in your house sing and speak all day long? They just do so in a key only dogs can hear. Enter, Melon, an eight pound dog with a thousand pound heart who is the key to a world right under our noses! She lives in a world full of friends; an always singing record player, a soulless computer, her bookshelf therapist and many more. But her best friend in the world is Couch. No musical adventure is too big for Melon and Couch as long as...
EP194: Toy Rotation Made Simple with Melissa Corriveau
October 19, 2021 05:00 - 20 minutes - 19.2 MBIf you’re a regular listener, you’ll have heard me talk about decision fatigue or overwhelm. Children can become overwhelmed when given too many choices, including having many toys available at one time. By rotating toys, you keep the selection new and fresh; every time you rotate the toys, it’s like your children have brand new toys to explore. Here today to discuss the topic with me is professional organizer, Melissa Corriveau. ---- Show Notes for EP194: Toy Rotation Made Simple Enjoy ...
EP193: Taking Inventory of Our Possessions with Dawn Madsen
October 12, 2021 05:00 - 24 minutes - 22.1 MBWhat if you took inventory of everything in your house? Would it make you rethink the things you’re holding onto? If we took inventory and categorized the stuff in our house, we’d have a much better idea what needs to exit our house. Joining me today to discuss the idea of our possessions as inventory is Dawn Madsen (otherwise known as the Minimal Mom!) ---- Show Notes for EP193: Taking Inventory of Our Possessions Enjoy this Podcast? Post a review and share it! If you enjoyed tuning in...
Introducing... Who, When, Wow!
October 08, 2021 05:00 - 6 minutes - 6.35 MBIntroducing... Who, When, Wow! A new Tinkercast original podcast from the creators of the #1 kids & family podcast, Wow in the World. Join host Rebecca Sheir on auditory journeys into the lives of history's unsung heroes and amazing humans who make us say "WOW!" This is just a preview of Who, When, Wow! But you can listen to the full episode at https://wondery.com/shows/who-when-wow/ Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/minimalist-moms-podcast2093/donations Advertising Inquiries...
EP192: Habit Stack Your Movement(s) with Katy Bowman
October 05, 2021 05:00 - 25 minutes - 23.5 MBHuman movement is at an all-time low and our children are currently facing both a movement and nature deficiency, with physical, mental and environmental consequences. The good news is, while the problem feels massive, the solution is quite simple…and fun! Join me for this conversation with biomechanist (and best-selling author), Katy Bowman about how we can using habit stacking to incorporate more movement in our daily lives and more! ---- Show Notes for EP192: Habit Stack Your Movement(s...
Bonus Episode: Intentional Conversations (and Practicing Curiosity) with Taylor Buonocore
October 01, 2021 05:00 - 23 minutes - 21.2 MBOrder (or Review) Your Copy of Minimalist Moms: Living & Parenting with Simplicity Join me today as I speak with Taylor Buonocore about intentional conversations. We talk about creating greater levels of connection through conversational intentionality. Through authenticity, empathy, and creating a culture of communication, we can strengthen the bonds within friendships, family members (especially our children!) I typically ask my guests a series of questions but this conversation flowed qu...
EP191: Reassessing Your School Year Routines with Ashley Brown (@RoutineandThings)
September 28, 2021 05:00 - 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...
EP191: Reassessing Your School Year Routines with Ashley Brown
September 28, 2021 05:00 - 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...
Bonus Episode: Simplifying Crafting with Littles with Annie & Sarah [of Laughs and Littles]
September 28, 2021 05:00 - 27 minutes - 24.8 MBOrder (or Review) Your Copy of Minimalist Moms: Living & Parenting with Simplicity I recently had an episode that discussed decluttering arts and crafts. This is a bit of a follow up to that episode as there were more elements of this area we didn't fully sort through (no pun intended). Join me today with my guests (hosts of the Laughs and Littles podcast), Annie Tarr and Sarah O'Brien. ---- Show Notes for Bonus Episode: Simplifying Crafting with Littles Enjoy this Podcast? Post a revie...
EP190: Outsourcing: Fewer Responsibilities, More Meaning with Rachel Luther
September 21, 2021 05:00 - 30 minutes - 27.6 MBOrder (or Review) Your Copy of Minimalist Moms: Living & Parenting with Simplicity As minimalists, our lifestyles are characterized by the pursuit of simplicity and freedom from possessions and consumerism. That said, sometimes we find ourselves weighed down and dealing with tasks or responsibilities that we can’t manage. Sadly, there are only twenty-four hours in the day, so the question becomes: how can we pursue freedom without feeling buried along the way? The answer may be outsourcing!...
EP189: "Priority Means One" with Christy Wright
September 14, 2021 05:00 - 32 minutes - 29.7 MBJoin me today with author, Christy Wright as we discuss time management, priorities, and balance in motherhood. As a busy mom with three young kids and a career, Christy knows how chaotic life can be - how balance feels like something that can never be achieved, no matter how hard you try. In her latest book, Take Back Your Time: The Guilt-Free Guide to Life Balance, Christy argues that balance doesn't come from getting more done. It’s about doing the right things at the right time. ---- ...