Minimalist Moms Podcast | Purposeful Life & Parenting Tips

Joining 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 he...

This 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....

By 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 discussio...

Mimetic 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...

The 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 Avocado Green Mattress: https://avoc...

The 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, s...

Eight 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...

Join 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...

If 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 Sto...

Does 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...

Join 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 -------------------------------...

Join 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 y...

Joining 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: M...

Join 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 consumpti...

As 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...

People 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 mo...

Join 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...

Join 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. ---- Sho...

Join 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...

Join 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 vi...

As 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 "...

Join 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!...

Join 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...

Does 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 comm...

For 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...