Let’s Slow Down: Simple + Intentional Living, Decluttering, Life on Purpose

It's almost Christmas! We are in the thick of the holidays and since it's the season of gift giving, I want to talk about a priceless gift that you can give yourself. Right Now. Why don't you give yourself the GIFT OF SLOWING DOWN this year? Is that something on your list? I’m guessing if you’re listening to this podcast that this might be something you want in your life. And you can h...

December is here, my friends! Hard to believe we are winding down 2023. In today's episode, I share gentle encouragement to slow down a bit as we enter the holiday season. I know I always need a reminder this time of year. If we let the craziness of it all take over, we may find ourselves overwhelmed and unable to enjoy the spirit of the season. By taking a less is more approach, I find it eas...

Kevin Thompson incorporates simple, intentional living while running a business along with having a family. He is the CEO of Mountain Dog Treats, a dog treat company based out of Alaska. Join us today as Kevin shares how he and his wife are raising 2 children and running a successful business, while staying grounded and focusing on what matters in their life. What if we spent a bit more time ponde...

Thanksgiving is this week here in the states and today's episode is dedicated to gratitude. An "attitude of gratitude" is the highest way of thinking, according to self-development author Brian Tracy. He says by incorporating elements of gratitude into your life, you'll boost your own self-esteem - and that of others around you. It really can be beautifully contagious! Get Outsid...

Our guest today is Fiona Ferris. Listen to her first appearance on Let's Slow Down, Episode 5. Fiona is author of the chic and simple series of books, where she writes about living a simple, beautiful, successful life without having to spend a lot of money. She adores self-development and loves to cultivate her own growth in a fun and feminine way. Fiona lives with her husband, 2 rescue-cats,...

Decluttering can have profound and life-changing effects, not only in terms of creating a more organized and tidy physical space but also in improving your mental and emotional well-being. Today's guest is Kate Evans. She's a psychologist and a decluttering coach at Soulfulspacecoaching. com and she's here to talk to us about how decluttering the home and the mind can have so many grea...

Certified Konmari Consultant and host of the Living Clutter Free Forever Podcast, Caroline Thor, joins us today to talk about clearing the clutter for good! She shares how the Konmari decluttering method can enable people to find a calmer, slower pace of life where you are actually living your ideal lifestyle. How can the life that you have, become better for you? What you would need to feel calm...

When busy seasons get to be too much, what can we do? In this episode, Annemarie talks about feeling overwhelmed by the power of a few big yeses in her life. Some highlights of the episode are: Sometimes, despite planning on preparing for a busy season, it can still get the best of you. Use that as a wake up call to make positive change in your life. If you feel like you can't keep up, you&#39...

Planning with intention can lead to a more productive, fulfilled, and balanced life. It's not about doing more, it's about filling your life with what matters so that you can BE more. Today, Kathleen Howell of Rutgers University and Plan to Be More is here to talk about ways to implement planning ahead and time management strategies that lead to a more meaningful life. Books: Build the Lif...

Dr. Rekha Mandel of @balancedlifemd and co-founder of the Women’s Body & Soul Collective is our lovely guest today! Dr. Mandel, wife and mother of 3, is a double board certified doctor in both internal and lifestyle medicine. In this episode, she shares the Pillars of Lifestyle Medicine and how to implement them. She was sick of seeing so many chronically sick people, so she set out to study L...

Ways I’m Coping with a Busy Fall One thing at a time Sitting down Sundays with my husband to plan for the week Simple Meals Prioritizing sleep and ending times - boundaries! Eliminating foods that make me anxious and negatively affect sleep Keeping some weekend nights open to veg Staying mindful of the big picture. This is a busy season. It has an end and I can look forward to calmer ones in the f...

Guest Dr. Peggy Doherty DeLong, the "gratitude psychologist," is a mom to three young adults interested in the mental health of this generation. She's a keynote speaker on happiness, resilience, grief, and gratitude to help people live their best lives. She believes that we live fully and more joyfully when we can feel, process, learn, and grow from our emotional pain. Highlights fro...

What happens when you wake up one day and realize your kids are getting OLDER?! Like, so old they are going to be leaving the house soon and branching out into their own adult life. It can really hit a mother hard, and that’s exactly what happened to today’s guest, Jennifer Roskamp. Jennifer is a mom to 9 beautiful homeschooled children, grandmother to 2, certified intentional living coach, and fo...

39. Claire Yee on How To Stay Grounded and Cultivate Self Awareness Discover how to stay grounded when feeling overwhelmed with Claire Yee. Claire is the host of The Mother Glow Podcast, a meditation coach, and a matrescense practitioner in New Zealand, where she has the top rated hypnobirth course. She is also the mother to two children ages 14 and 12. Today she comes to the podcast to share ways...

In today's episode, I sit down with Father Owen Moran, the pastor of St. Luke Roman Catholic Church here in Long Valley, NJ. Father Owen is a beacon of peace and strength in my life and I was so honored that he agreed to come on the podcast. Some highlights of the episode are: Multitasking - it's making us crazed! Focus on simplicity Spend quiet time in nature - gaining strength and peace...

Health Tips to Survive Back to School with Gina Roof Today’s episode focuses on surviving back to school stress and the frenzy of leaving the relaxed summer days behind and replacing them with the structure that a new school year brings. Gina Roof, host of Simply Balanced with Gina, offers us a health coach's perspective on getting prepared - both mentally & physically for the busy days ah...

Fall is coming! Join host Annemarie Stolting, for the last episode in her summer series. Today, Annemarie talks about the importance of reflection as one season ends and another begins. She highlights 3 ways to slow down as Summer comes to a close and the Fall season and Back to School (yikes!) begins. 1. Identify your why. Your purpose. 2. Set Boundaries! And stick to them. 3. Rest.

Today I want to talk about celebrating life and questions to ponder in order to live a life full of meaning and few regrets. My wish for you all is to wake up every morning to a life you can't wait to live. Cheers, my friends!

In today's episode, I am unpacking many lessons that I've learned from one of my favorite books, Simplicity Parenting: Using the Extraordinary Power of Less to Raise Calmer, Happier and More Secure Kids, A book by Kim John Payne, counselor and educator and previous guest on this show back on episode 15. https://pod.link/LetsSlowDown/episode/b1299e4224a046a79672392a1218f299 The book opens w...

When I think of late summer - August - I think of summer nights. The crickets chirping, a warm breeze, the smell of freshly cut grass. It's heaven. Join me for this short episode pondering everything wonderful about the beauty of a simple summer night. Loving this podcast? Please subscribe! Head over to iTunes and leave a review so the Let’s Slow Down message can spread to those who need to he...

Is your summer flying by? Don't panic. Here are a few things to consider that'll help make your summer last. 1. Do a quick declutter - both your stuff and your schedule 2. Get outside - beach, pool, sand, campfires just get outside to have fun and relax 3. Rest - squeeze in a nap, go to bed early, or sleep in! "If I had my way, I'd remove January from the calendar altogether and h...

Who knew that decluttering dishes could have such a profound effect? Today on the podcast I share how removing items that no longer serve me helped me feel lighter and literally gave my family and I more living space. Win-win. Loving this podcast? Please subscribe! Head over to iTunes and leave a review so the Let’s Slow Down message can spread to those who need to hear it.  Join Let’s Slow Down o...

Join recent guest, Eva-Maria Smith, as she guides us through a 7 minute breathwork session to relax anywhere and anytime! Connect with Eva: https://www.the-pause.com/ https://www.instagram.com/eva.maria.smith/ Loving this podcast? Please subscribe! Head over to iTunes and leave a review so the Let’s Slow Down message can spread to those who need to hear it.  Join Let’s Slow Down on Instagram:  ins...

On today's episode I interview Eva-Maria Smith, co-founder of The Pause Retreats for mothers. Eva and I talked candidly about the stresses of motherhood and how important it is for your wellbeing to do something good for yourself. Highlights of the episode include: A look into The Pause Retreat framework The Pause Maine link Mothers are extremely over stressed and under expressed Taking time f...

Happy 4th of July! Happy 6 month birthday to the podcast! Today host Annemarie Stolting talks about celebrations in life and the importance of human connections. As human beings we are wired to connect with others, and our mental and physical health benefit from having strong bonds with friends and family. Summer is a perfect time to slow down and catch up with your people :) Loving this podcast?...