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Right now you are likely experiencing the post-holiday glow…or the post-holiday spending hangover. And even if you didn’t blow your budget in 2023, you may struggle with impulse purchases. The average American spent $151 per month on impulse purchases in 2023 , or over $1800 in a year. If spending money more intentionally in 2024 is one of your goals, today’s episode with Meghan Dwyer is for you....

I’ve been pursuing a simpler, more minimal lifestyle for almost a decade and have learned a lot along the way. But hosting this podcast continues to teach me something new every week! So here’s 23 things I’ve learned about decluttering in 2023. Last days of my GIVEAWAY! If you leave a written review in Apple Podcasts between December 12, 2023 and December 31, 2023 AND send a screenshot of the revi...

What is the connection between our nervous system and how we experience motherhood? How can we process and release our emotions in a healthy way and then teach that to our children? How can we proactively manage our triggers so we can feel less overwhelmed? These are just some of the questions I am diving into today with Michelle Grosser. Michelle is a Nervous System Expert, Certified Master Life...

These are a few of my favorite things... Newsflash - minimalists like myself aren't allergic to stuff, or spending money on things that will make our lives better! Today I'm sharing the five things (some of them are even free!) that have helped declutter my mom life!  GIVEAWAY ALERT! If you leave a written review in Apple Podcasts between December 12, 2023 and December 31, 2023 AND send a screensh...

What does it mean to be a “cyclone” mom? It means that regardless of external circumstances, you can get your power from a calm center. Today Danielle Thienel from the Peaceful Mind Podcast for Busy Moms is sharing three critical mindset tools that can help you overcome overwhelm - including embracing the “B minus” mom, understanding that overwhelm is a vibration in your body and how your thoughts...

If you feel like you’re spending WAY too much time cooking, cleaning, and picking up after the little (and big) humans that you share your home with, today’s episode is for you! Here’s three mistakes you need to stop making so you can spend more time on what matters to you. Resources Mentioned: GIVEAWAY! If you leave a written review in Apple Podcasts between December 12, 2023 and December 31, 202...

What are the keys to developing sustainable systems that work for you and your entire family? Today Laura Hernandez, mom of 10 and founder of Mama Systems , is sharing her knowledge about systems including laundry, meal planning, errands, chores, and much more! Laura is a wife and mama to 10 amazing people. She is the founder of Mama Systems, a coaching business that helps mamas bring peace to the...

If you’ve listened to one episode or all 79, you’re in for a treat today! I’m breaking down my 5-step formula for decluttering success - by following what I call the 5 C’s! Resources Mentioned: Check out my nine free resources on my website , including ones to help you with simplifying, decluttering, and living a more intentional life! Related Episodes: Episode 23: Drowning in Clutter? Stop Doing...

When we are stressed and overwhelmed, planning is usually the first thing to go by the wayside. But intentional planning doesn’t have to take up a ton of time, and can have incredible benefits! In today’s conversation, I’m talking again with Sarah Horgan from Simple + Intentional about her best tips for intentional planning to combat anxiety and overwhelm. Sarah is a full-time teacher, mom and wif...

December is almost upon us, and it’s the “snowball” effect of craziness until the end of the year. Are you stressed out yet?? On today’s episode, I’m giving you five much needed permission slips to help you enjoy this holiday season rather than dread it. I hope it blesses you! Resources Mentioned: I offer Custom Poetry Services Experience Gift Ideas   Related Episodes: Episode 13: Dreading the Inf...

I never thought I was an angry person…until I became a mom. Throughout my own journey with anger, I’ve sought out therapy (including EMDR), medication, and the support of other moms who have gone before me on this journey. I still have moments where I’m triggered by my kids, but things are much better thanks to consistent daily habits that help me with my anger and stress. Today’s guest, Elizabeth...

The secret to a joy-filled and clutter-free home is simple…but not necessarily easy. It’s something that I’ve learned on my decluttering and minimalism journey and I’m so excited to share it with you today! Resources Mentioned: Cycle of Minimalism blog post Related Episodes: Episode 15: These 3 Words are Sabotaging Your Decluttering Efforts Episode 1: My Story of Overcoming Overwhelm Episode 25: F...

When our family life is chaotic, flexible systems and using the power of habits and habit stacking can help us survive - and even thrive - in the most difficult seasons of our motherhood - especially if our kids have special needs. Today I’m talking to Katie Keene, homeschooling mom of five, about her experience balancing everything by leveraging the power of simple systems. Katie Keene is the hos...

Part Three of your frequently asked questions is here! Today we’re chatting about the connection between perfectionism and procrastination, what to do when you don’t have the energy to declutter, and how to create SIMPLE systems that you can stick with! Missed Parts One and Two of this series? No worries! I’ve got you, mama! Episode 69: Listener Questions Answered! Where Do I Start Decluttering? I...

“Show me your calendar, and I’ll show you your priorities.” How does our calendar reflect what matters most to us? How can we simplify our schedules and be more intentional so we can focus on what matters most? These are just a few of the things we chat about on today’s episode with Sasha Star Robertson.   Sasha is an Intentional Living & Biblical Mindset Coach for busy Christian moms, wife of...

We’re back for Listener Questions Part Two! Part One was so much fun , and today I’m answering your questions about how to approach a cluttered room that overwhelms you, what to do with too many toys, and how to deal with “generous” relatives giving you stuff you don’t need! Resources Mentioned: You have one more chance to submit a listener question for our FAQ series! E-mail me at info@simplebyem...

*Trigger warning - child loss discussed on today's episode** Casey Jones @that.minimalist.mom started her minimalist journey over seven years ago, when she realized that she wanted to spend more quality time with her family, but the excess stuff, commitments, and home management responsibilities were getting in the way of a meaningful life. She decluttered, downsized, and embraced a minimalist lif...

Today I'm sharing the 3 top questions I get from listeners and moms joining my free Facebook group : 1. Where do I start with decluttering? 2. What do I do if I have no time to declutter? 3. How do I get my family members on board? Do you have a question you want answered on the show? You can now leave me a voice message here . Scroll to the bottom and look for the microphone and the bottom that s...

Decluttering is hard work, but is made even harder if you keep bringing stuff into your home. Mary Simpson worked 50-80 hours a week and used shopping as a reward until a health scare in early 2020 changed her mindset about stuff and using shopping as entertainment. She realized that we only get one shot at this life, and it’s not the stuff that matters. She and her family downsized and got rid of...

One of the best ways I know to overcome anxiety and overwhelm is to be proactive in how I spend my time, rather than reactive to whatever the day throws at me. Today I’m sharing 5 habits I do without fail every day to help me combat anxiety and overwhelm I experience as a busy mom. Resources Mentioned (may include affiliate links): Have a question about decluttering, simplifying, systems, or anyth...

What does nourishment look like as a busy, overwhelmed mom? How do we simplify nourishing ourselves and our family? On today’s episode, Kristen Noriega, host of the Baby Weight Nutritionist Podcast is sharing simple, practical nourishment tips to help us replenish what stress and overwhelm depletes in our bodies. Kristen is the busy mom’s go-to for non-diet weight loss and creating a healthy famil...

Swedish death cleaning may seem like strange decluttering motivation, but it can help us to think about how our loved ones wont be burdened by our stuff if we were to pass prematurely. Today I’m reviewing 5 simple steps to get you started on your Swedish death cleaning journey, which may help you connect with your decluttering “deepest why”. Resources Mentioned (affiliate links may be included): T...

I constantly hear from moms that they have no idea where to start decluttering. And although I have my own ideas (check out Episode 5 for more), I love getting tips from others in the decluttering and simplicity space. My friend Amy Slenker-Smith from Simply Enough is a living simply coach and writer. She lives near Washington DC with her husband Steve, son Zack, and Zeke the cat. She helps empty...

The end of the year will be here before we know it - along with the influx of stuff into our home. Now is the BEST TIME to declutter your kids’ stuff. But how do we get them on board? Here are 3 creative tips that can help encourage your kids to declutter, no matter how resistant they might be to the idea! Resources Mentioned: US Toy Library Association Related Episodes: Episode 18: Are Your Kids...

If you are feeling scattered and overwhelmed, and your to-do list is growing longer by the minute, you probably haven’t utilized the power of checklists. In today’s episode Danielle McGeough from the Plan Goal Plan podcast is breaking down how checklists can be a powerful home management tool to free up your mental space for what matters most! Resources Mentioned: Danielle’s podcast Plan Goal Plan...