How to be a Minimalist

If you’ve listened to this podcast even somewhat regularly, you’ll know that I hate cleaning. This is especially tedious for me when the mess has built up, so I’ve learned to not let that happen. Even if I can’t get to the bigger daily chores, these are the few things we do almost every single day to ensure our home stays pleasant and manageable. Your support of the show is so very appreciated! Ra...

Ditching and donating when the weather seasons are changing is a great way to work on downsizing. Not only are you more easily able to see what you haven’t worn and can donate those pieces, but going through your clothing can help you to be more selective about what you bring in for the coming season. You can now purchase my book, How to be a Minimalist — A Beginner’s Guide! Click HERE to see the...

You can now purchase my book, How to be a Minimalist — A Beginner’s Guide! Click HERE to see the details. I sincerely hope you enjoy the book and thanks for supporting me/my family/my work! The ebook is out now and the paperback will be out in the next month or two. Welcome to a short and sweet episode of the podcast. Minimalism has been a great help in my life and this past week, I had another in...

Have you ever been torn between your minimalistic values and saving a clean piece of aluminum foil to use some other time? I’ve been there, for sure. I went from saving everything “in case I needed it”, to tossing everything after one use. In many ways, I’m really glad I went through this transformation because it ultimately led me to finding a balance between those two things. I now keep what I w...

The PRE-ORDER for How to be a Minimalist — A Beginner’s Guide is up! Click HERE to see the details. I sincerely hope you enjoy the book and thanks for supporting me/my family/my work! The ebook will be out September 1st, paperback will be out in the next month or two. Practicing Minimalism by yourself has its own complexities, but practicing as a couple is a completely different story. While my hu...

The PRE-ORDER for How to be a Minimalist — A Beginner’s Guide is up! Click HERE to see the details. I sincerely hope you enjoy the book and thanks for supporting me/my family/my work! The ebook will be out September 1st, paperback will be out in the next month or two. There are so many different ways minimalism has saved us money, it will be a recurring theme on this podcast. All of the emotional,...

I learned about the Law of Attraction, Thoughts Become Things, and the Power of Positive Thinking nearly a decade ago, but I feel like I’m just now learning to harness the power of this kind of positivity, combined with knowing what I want, and also taking action. The final push for me giving these kinds of mindsets a try? Negativity was getting me nowhere. Simple Crunchy Granola Recipe Article on...

Living in the PNW in the winter has its challenges, as does the normal stresses of life, so I’ve been doing my best to implement simple living, minimalism, and happiness practices that help me to be able to live my best life, no matter what’s going on around me. Today, I’m sharing 6 practices I’ve implemented into my life that allow me to feel more positive and have higher energy levels in my dail...

I personally really dislike cleaning, but I LOVE having a clean house. Keeping things minimalist-minded when it comes to my cleaning routine has saved me hours of suffering and kept me on track when it comes to having a tidy home. My family and I all benefit and I’m happy I don’t have to spend extra minutes cleaning — some more bonuses of minimalistic practices. The Darwin Awards Podcast Jenny Mus...

As hard as I try to not make purchases, things wear out, or a tool becomes a necessity. I’ve learned to keep myself in check with these six tips, all of which have helped me and my family to bring in less and ensure that we actually love and utilize those few things we choose to purchase. I hope they help you, too, as you’re figuring out YOUR kind of minimalism. Simple Happy Zen’s 25 Things I Only...

Budgeting with a minimalist mindset has totally changed the way I view money, budgeting, and using money as a tool, instead of something I simply want or need more of. I hope some of these tips can help you to harness the tool that money can be and empower you to have peace of mind and better use of your resources. As always, thanks for listening! The Darwin Awards Podcast Dave Ramsey’s Total Mone...

There is so much power in positivity, I’ve made one of my life’s focuses attempting to surround myself with as much of it as possible. I’m happier, I get more done, and I personally feel I have more positive impact on others when I’m positive. Minimalism and positivity go hand in hand — removing negativity means making free spaces in our minds and homes so we can live our best lives. Mike Dooley’s...

Like many people, I spend a LOT of time in the kitchen. I want my family to be well-fed and nourished, so — as difficult as it is some days — I put in the time. Having a well-organized menu, shopping list, and cupboards have helped me to be more efficient and make sure that my time is well-used. Whether you spend a lot or a little bit of time in the kitchen, I hope these tips help you to make your...

If you’ve been enjoying the podcast or are new to it,  but haven’t quite figured out where to start with minimalism, this is the podcast episode for you. I offer four steps I wish I would have started with when I first began practicing minimalism and I hope they help you on your minimalist journey. Here’s the article from Beautiful Minimal Millennial and her Instagram Instagram @howtobeaminimalist...

There are so many things that I used to purchase that weren’t necessary! When I think back, sometimes I bought those items because I felt some sort of social obligation. I also would buy things without considering the non-monetary cost of owning those items. Now, I’m much more mindful about what I bring into our home and try to make sure that when I purchase something, it’s actually necessary or w...

Nearly a decade ago, I gave up minimalism because of Imposter Syndrome. It made my life messy in many ways, but the worst part was that I gave in to feelings of inadequacy instead of the logical thoughts I had about finding my own kind of minimalism. I am so very thankful that I made better choices just a short way down the road, bringing me back to minimalism. It really is about finding YOUR kind...

Once again, I’ve discovered that minimalism can apply to yet another aspect of my life — healthy eating. This week, I’m talking about four ways minimalism has helped me to eat better, feel better, lose weight and get back on track when there’s a lag in goodness going into my body. High Carb Hannah’s YouTube channel My latest videos on YouTube: How to Make Cashew Yogurt Sushi Bowl Salad My book, Ho...

If you’ve been looking for some new hobbies to try out, but don’t want to get involved in anything that requires a lot of materials, I’m hoping this list will get you inspired. Some on my list are new-to-me hobbies, some are old, all are things I enjoy and am grateful are a part of my life. Here’s the YouTube Channel I talked about: Heal Your Living My latest videos on YouTube: How to Make Cashew...

For many years, I found myself practicing minimalism for the wrong reasons, or straying from minimalism because I didn’t understand its true purpose in my life. Now, I have a better understanding, and today I’m sharing what I’ve learned. Simple Happy Zen Youtube Channel My latest videos on YouTube: How to Make Cashew Yogurt Sushi Bowl Salad My book, How to be a Minimalist with Kids: Finding YOUR K...

Emotional Minimalism is something I’ve been practicing for years. Sometimes it’s difficult to keep our minds uncluttered and free from useless, painful, ruminating. The more I use my energy to focus on the positive and remove myself from situations that involve high stress, the better I feel and it’s incredible how much more I accomplish. Although I’m grateful for the connections I can have via so...

There have been plenty of times when I felt I couldn’t keep something simply because I was a minimalist. There’s more to minimalism than having as few items as possible, though. It’s about keeping the truly significant in your life, and that means you have to figure out when it’s a good time to hold on or let go. My latest videos on YouTube: How to Make Cashew Yogurt Sushi Bowl Salad My book, How...

There are so many things to love about minimalism. Living in a small space can be one of them. We’ve lived in all kinds of home sizes, but right now, we’re loving our tiny house on wheels. In this episode, I’ll tell you why. What I’m Reading: Sisters of Bloodcreek Trilogy by Mary Gray and Cammie Larsen Hush, Now Forget — Book 1 Sleep, Don’t Fret — Book 2 Rise, Take Flight — Book 3 My latest videos...

Minimalism affects so many different aspects of our lives, including our budget. Here are some ways we’ve saved money by practicing minimalism. My latest videos on YouTube: How to Make Cashew Yogurt Sushi Bowl Salad My book, How to be a Minimalist with Kids: Finding YOUR Kind of Minimalism Here’s my website where you can find the freebies and other books I’ve published KatieCoughran.com Instagram...

If you suddenly find yourself home schooling due to the Corona virus, this episode is for you. It’s also for you if you’ve been considering home schooling your kids and are looking for some insights into how others live this lifestyle before committing. Either way, I hope these tips are helpful for you! My latest videos on YouTube: How to Make Cashew Yogurt Sushi Bowl Salad My book, How to be a Mi...

There are a lot of reasons to practice living with minimal clothing. In this episode, we offer some tips on how to accomplish a minimalist closet, as well as some of the pros of having fewer articles of clothing. A Shopper’s Manifesto — the article we talk about WearPact.com — not an affiliate link, just a place we love to shop My book, How to be a Minimalist with Kids: Finding YOUR Kind of Minima...