The Minimalist Moms podcast is designed to accompany you on your journey toward a more purposeful life. Through thoughtful parenting tips and meaningful expert interviews, we explore every aspect of intentional living - your mindset, daily rhythms, relationships, and, of course, your possessions. Your host, Diane Boden, invites you into conversations with a diverse range of voices, including Dana K White, Dawn Madsen, Ginny Yurich, Charles Duhigg, Gretchen Rubin, Joshua Becker, and many more. Together, these expert interviews unpack practical ways to embrace minimalism, live with greater intention, and build a truly purposeful life.

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Content warning: This episode contains topics that may not be appropriate for younger ears. Use discernment when listening.American boys are failing to meet their potential And joining me today is New York Times bestselling author, Dr. Leonard Sax, to explain why and what we can do about it. A growing proportion of American boys are failing. From kindergarten to college, boys are becoming less resilient and less ambitious, and the gender gap in college attendance and graduation rates has widened dramaticallysack shares research-based factors that play a role in this shift But he&#39;s also here to share strategies that educators have found effective in reengaging boys at school, as well as crucial guidance for parents about everything from selecting a school to navigating AI and the &#34;manosphere&#34;.If you are a parent of boys - this is an episode you do not wanna miss!<h3>Links Discussed in This Episode |</h3><ul><li>Checkout the podcast <a href="https://www.amazon.com/shop/minimalistmomspodcast" rel="nofollow">storefront</a> for recommendations from Diane.</li><li>Subscribe to the <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@minimalistmomspodcast" rel="nofollow">Minimalist Moms Youtube Channel</a></li><li><a href="http://commonsensemedia.org" rel="nofollow">Common Sense Media</a></li><li>Connect with Dr. Leonard Sax</li><li><a href="https://www.leonardsax.com/" rel="nofollow">Website</a></li><li>Book: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/154160685X?asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.DL4M6AD2Z4ZN&creativeASIN=154160685X&linkCode=ssc&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ons_mixed_d_asin&tag=onamzdianebod-20" rel="nofollow">Boys Adrift: The Six Factors Driving the Growing Epidemic of Unmotivated Boys and Underachieving Young Men</a></li></ul> <h3>About Dr. Leonard Sax |</h3>Dr. Leonard Sax is a physician, psychologist, and New York Times bestselling author specializing in child and adolescent development. He is the author of Why Gender Matters, Boys Adrift, Girls on the Edge, and The Collapse of Parenting. Dr. Sax has visited more than 500 schools worldwide and regularly speaks to parents and educators about the challenges facing children and teens today.<h3>Episode Sponsors |</h3>Hey Polo | Protect your loved ones without spying on them. Go to heypolo.com/MINIMALIST or use code MINIMALIST to get 40% off your first year.HungryRoot | Head to HungryRoot.com/minimalist and use code MINIMALIST to get 40% off your first box and a free item of your choice for life.The Minimalist Moms Podcast would not be possible without the support of weekly sponsors. Choosing brands that I believe in is important to me. I only want to recommend brands that I believe may help you in your daily life. As always, never feel pressured into buying anything. Remember: if you don&#39;t need it, it&#39;s not a good deal!<h3>Enjoy the Podcast?</h3>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 this with your fellow mothers so that they can be inspired to think more and do with less. Order (or review) my book, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/1642505099?asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1I8TGKCK53TUQ&creativeASIN=1642505099&linkCode=ssc&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_mixed_d_asin&tag=onamzdianebod-20" rel="nofollow">Minimalist Moms: Living &amp; Parenting With Simplicity</a>.You can contact me through my <a href="https://minimalistmomspodcast.com/" rel="nofollow">website</a>, find me on <a href="http://instagram.com/minimalistmomspodcast" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/minimalistmomspodcast/" rel="nofollow">Pinterest</a> or like The Minimalist Moms Page on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/minimalistmomspodcast/" rel="nofollow">Facebook</a>. Our Sponsors: * Check out 1-800-GOT-JUNK and use my code 1800gotjunk.com for a great deal: https://www.1800gotjunk.com * Check out Amazing Generation: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com * Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com * Check out Wayfair: https://www.wayfair.com Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

What’s Happening to Our Boys - and How Can We Help? | Dr. Leonard Sax, Boys Adrift (Bonus Episode)

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Going Deeper episodes will be less structured with a more conversational tone. These conversations will focus on interesting people I&#39;ve come across that share similar values, perspectives and intentions expressed on the Minimalist Moms Podcast.What helps a child feel connected to you - even when you’re apart? Actress, author, entrepreneur, and mom of four Sarah Wright Olsen joins me to talk about her new children’s book, When I Am Not With You: How We’re Together Even When We’re Apart, inspired by her own children’s experiences with separation anxiety.Sarah shares the simple family mantra that became the heart of the book, why routines and imagination can make everyday goodbyes feel safer, and how she approaches each child’s need for connection differently. We also talk about parental guilt, balancing demanding careers with family life, protecting family dinners and presence, and what it has looked like for Sarah to redefine success beyond productivity and income.At its heart, this is a conversation about giving our kids (and ourselves) the reassurance that connection doesn’t disappear simply because we aren’t physically together.-------------------------------------------------Previous Going Deeper Episodes:<a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-hidden-ways-women-disappear-sobriety-motherhood/id1159498258?i=1000768614472" rel="nofollow">The Hidden Ways Women Disappear: Sobriety, Motherhood &amp; Identity</a><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/redefining-selfish-choosing-a-life-that-feels-like/id1159498258?i=1000762768120" rel="nofollow">Redefining &#34;Selfish&#34;: Choosing a Life That Feels Like Yours</a><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/buzzing-with-purpose-teaching-kids-to-protect/id1159498258?i=1000728975695" rel="nofollow">Buzzing with Purpose: Teaching Kids to Protect Pollinators</a><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/building-fount-business-family-the-balance-in-between/id1159498258?i=1000713367090" rel="nofollow">Building Fount: Business, Family, &amp; the Balance In Between</a><a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/2bqPYfqycvFW2nWZWYoWCg?si=kCuETyxISUeHqRxIV6czNw" rel="nofollow">Unschooling</a><a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/6GixVts0ofmOju8wLHVSNX?si=r41VcuWOQmqpfdAedCnaDQ" rel="nofollow">My Parent is a Hoarder</a><h3>Links Discussed in This Episode |</h3><ul><li>Checkout the podcast <a href="https://www.amazon.com/shop/minimalistmomspodcast" rel="nofollow">storefront</a> for recommendations from Diane.</li><li>Connect with Sarah:</li><li><a href="https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/authors/2242030/kerry-docherty/" rel="nofollow">Website</a></li><li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/swrightolsen" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a> (Personal)</li><li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/themotherdazepodcast" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a> (MotherDaze)</li><li><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-mother-daze-with-sarah-wright-olsen-teresa-palmer/id1636379896" rel="nofollow">Podcast</a></li><li><a href="https://www.yourzenmama.com/" rel="nofollow">YourZenMama</a></li><li>Book:<a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/0310177294?asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.DL4M6AD2Z4ZN&creativeASIN=0310177294&linkCode=ssc&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ons_mixed_d_asin&tag=onamzdianebod-20" rel="nofollow"> When I&#39;m Not With You: How We&#39;re Together Even When We&#39;re Apart</a></li></ul> <h3>About Sarah|</h3>Sarah Wright Olsen is a mother of four - Wyatt, Esme, Winter, and Ocean. She cohosts the podcast The Mother Daze with fellow actress and mother Teresa Palmer. Sarah and Teresa also coauthored The Zen Mama Guide to Finding Your Rhythm in Pregnancy, Birth, and Beyond (Harper Horizon), a holistic and empowering guide that helps expectant mothers navigate pregnancy, childbirth, and early parenthood with mindfulness, balance, and confidence. Sarah has starred in many TV shows and movies including Mad Men, Parks and Recreation, The House Bunny, American Made, and Matlock. She is also the co-owner of a plant-based organic mommy/baby skincare line, baeo.com.<h3>Episode Sponsors |</h3>The Minimalist Moms Podcast would not be possible without the support of weekly sponsors. Choosing brands that I believe in is important to me. I only want to recommend brands that I believe may help you in your daily life. As always, never feel pressured into buying anything. Remember: if you don&#39;t need it, it&#39;s not a good deal!<h3>Enjoy the Podcast?</h3>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 this with your fellow mothers so that they can be inspired to think more and do with less. Order (or review) my book, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/1642505099?asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1I8TGKCK53TUQ&creativeASIN=1642505099&linkCode=ssc&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_mixed_d_asin&tag=onamzdianebod-20" rel="nofollow">Minimalist Moms: Living &amp; Parenting With Simplicity</a>.You can contact me through my <a href="https://minimalistmomspodcast.com/" rel="nofollow">website</a>, find me on <a href="http://instagram.com/minimalistmomspodcast" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/minimalistmomspodcast/" rel="nofollow">Pinterest</a> or like The Minimalist Moms Page on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/minimalistmomspodcast/" rel="nofollow">Facebook</a>. Our Sponsors: * Check out 1-800-GOT-JUNK and use my code 1800gotjunk.com for a great deal: https://www.1800gotjunk.com * Check out Amazing Generation: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com * Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com * Check out Wayfair: https://www.wayfair.com Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Less Guilt, More Presence: Staying Connected Through Goodbyes + Busy Seasons | Sarah Wright Olsen (Going Deeper)

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We talk a lot about screen time - but what if the bigger issue is what our phones are quietly taking our attention away from?Olivia Yokubonis, known online as Olivia Unplugged, joins me to talk about moving beyond willpower and creating practical boundaries that help us use technology more intentionally. We discuss no-phone zones, practicing boredom, modeling healthier habits for our kids, and why the goal isn’t necessarily less technology—it’s having more autonomy over when and why we use it.At the heart of the conversation is one question worth asking: When nobody’s watching, what do you want your life to feel like?<h3>Links Discussed in This Episode |</h3><ul><li>Checkout the podcast <a href="https://www.amazon.com/shop/minimalistmomspodcast" rel="nofollow">storefront</a> for recommendations from Diane.</li><li>Subscribe to the <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@minimalistmomspodcast" rel="nofollow">Minimalist Moms Youtube Channel</a></li><li>Diane&#39;s Resource: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0G52C3FYM?asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.2TCFFTUKU0TXJ&creativeASIN=B0G52C3FYM&linkCode=ssc&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ons_mixed_d_asin&tag=onamzdianebod-20" rel="nofollow">Every Salad Ever: From Grains to Greens and Pasta to Beans Plus Every Salad in Betweens</a></li><li>Olivia&#39;s Resource: <a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/" rel="nofollow">PubMed</a></li><li>Connect with Olivia</li><li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@Olivia.Unplugged" rel="nofollow">Youtube</a></li><li><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@olivia.unplugged?lang=en" rel="nofollow">TikTok</a></li><li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/olivia.unplugged.ig" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a></li><li><a href="https://opalapp.com/" rel="nofollow">Opal</a></li></ul> <h3>Episode Sponsors |</h3>Hey Polo | Protect your loved ones without spying on them. Go to heypolo.com/MINIMALIST or use code MINIMALIST to get 40% off your first year.HungryRoot | Head to HungryRoot.com/minimalist and use code MINIMALIST to get 40% off your first box and a free item of your choice for life.The Minimalist Moms Podcast would not be possible without the support of weekly sponsors. Choosing brands that I believe in is important to me. I only want to recommend brands that I believe may help you in your daily life. As always, never feel pressured into buying anything. Remember: if you don&#39;t need it, it&#39;s not a good deal!<h3>Enjoy the Podcast?</h3>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 this with your fellow mothers so that they can be inspired to think more and do with less. Order (or review) my book, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/1642505099?asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1I8TGKCK53TUQ&creativeASIN=1642505099&linkCode=ssc&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_mixed_d_asin&tag=onamzdianebod-20" rel="nofollow">Minimalist Moms: Living &amp; Parenting With Simplicity</a>.You can contact me through my <a href="https://minimalistmomspodcast.com/" rel="nofollow">website</a>, find me on <a href="http://instagram.com/minimalistmomspodcast" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/minimalistmomspodcast/" rel="nofollow">Pinterest</a> or like The Minimalist Moms Page on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/minimalistmomspodcast/" rel="nofollow">Facebook</a>. Our Sponsors: * Check out 1-800-GOT-JUNK and use my code 1800gotjunk.com for a great deal: https://www.1800gotjunk.com * Check out Amazing Generation: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com * Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com * Check out Wayfair: https://www.wayfair.com Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

The Attention Problem: Why Screen Time Isn’t the Real Issue | @OliviaUnplugged

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For those who are new here, I occasionally release bonus episodes designed for a specific part of my audience. I have listeners from all kinds of faith backgrounds, and this episode is shared from a Christian perspective. If that’s not quite what you’re looking for today, feel free to explore the other episodes released this week - or join me back here next Tuesday for a conversation you won’t want to miss!------------------What if growing closer to God wasn’t about adding another practice to your list - but becoming more aware of the presence that’s already here?In this conversation, I’m joined by spiritual director and writer Laura Kauffman, author of The Meeting Place. We talk about moving away from what Laura calls “spiritual maximizing” and toward a quieter, more inhabited relationship with God.Laura introduces us to spiritual direction and contemplative prayer, along with simple practices that can fit into the margins of an already-full life. We also talk about bringing playfulness and imagination back into prayer, helping our children practice noticing goodness, and the surprisingly powerful shift from constantly asking “What’s next?” to simply asking, “What’s here?”<h3>Links Discussed in This Episode |</h3><ul><li>Checkout the podcast <a href="https://www.amazon.com/shop/minimalistmomspodcast" rel="nofollow">storefront</a> for recommendations from Diane.</li><li>Subscribe to the <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@minimalistmomspodcast" rel="nofollow">Minimalist Moms Youtube Channel</a></li><li>Laura&#39;s Resource: Podcast: <a href="https://prayasyougo.org/" rel="nofollow">Pray as You Go</a></li><li>Connect with Laura</li><li><a href="https://www.laurakauffman.com/" rel="nofollow">Website</a></li><li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/laura_kauff/" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a></li><li>Book: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/1540906116?asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.DL4M6AD2Z4ZN&creativeASIN=1540906116&linkCode=ssc&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ons_mixed_d_asin&tag=onamzdianebod-20" rel="nofollow">The Meeting Place: Quiet Spiritual Practices for Dwelling with God in Prayer</a></li></ul> <h3>About Laura |</h3>Laura Kauffman, MA, is a spiritual director and writer whose work explores the presence of God in everyday life. Drawing from the Christian contemplative tradition, she accompanies others in listening for God and responding to God&#39;s invitation. She has published three collections of poetry that examine the holy edge of ordinary things. Laura lives with her family in the Midwest, where she practices spiritual direction and continues to write.<h3>Episode Sponsors |</h3>The Minimalist Moms Podcast would not be possible without the support of weekly sponsors. Choosing brands that I believe in is important to me. I only want to recommend brands that I believe may help you in your daily life. As always, never feel pressured into buying anything. Remember: if you don&#39;t need it, it&#39;s not a good deal!<h3>Enjoy the Podcast?</h3>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 this with your fellow mothers so that they can be inspired to think more and do with less. Order (or review) my book, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/1642505099?asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1I8TGKCK53TUQ&creativeASIN=1642505099&linkCode=ssc&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_mixed_d_asin&tag=onamzdianebod-20" rel="nofollow">Minimalist Moms: Living &amp; Parenting With Simplicity</a>.You can contact me through my <a href="https://minimalistmomspodcast.com/" rel="nofollow">website</a>, find me on <a href="http://instagram.com/minimalistmomspodcast" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/minimalistmomspodcast/" rel="nofollow">Pinterest</a> or like The Minimalist Moms Page on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/minimalistmomspodcast/" rel="nofollow">Facebook</a>. Our Sponsors: * Check out 1-800-GOT-JUNK and use my code 1800gotjunk.com for a great deal: https://www.1800gotjunk.com * Check out Amazing Generation: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com * Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com * Check out Wayfair: https://www.wayfair.com Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Stop Trying So Hard to Be Spiritual: Quiet Practices for An Already-Full Life | Laura Kauffman, The Meeting Place (Bonus Episode)

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What if the key to feeling less overwhelmed isn&#39;t doing more—it&#39;s deciding what you no longer need to do yourself?In this eisode, Diane sits down with Christine Landis, founder of Peacock Parent, to explore the often-overlooked topic of outsourcing at home. While outsourcing is often associated with expensive services or large household budgets, Christine challenges that assumption by showing how every family can lighten both the physical and mental load - regardless of income.Together, they discuss why time is one of our most valuable resources, how the invisible mental load contributes to burnout, and practical ways to delegate tasks that drain your energy. From using AI to simplify planning and decision-making to finding affordable ways to outsource everyday responsibilities, Christine shares actionable ideas for creating more margin in your life.Specifically for the Minimalist Moms listeners: Ask Proxy™️ is a personal AI assistant by text. Get 1 month free with code MINIMALIST. Select the $39/month plan <a href="https://app.askproxy.com/purchase?" rel="nofollow">here</a> and experience what it&#39;s like having someone think ahead for you. <h3>Links Discussed in This Episode |</h3><ul><li>Checkout the podcast <a href="https://www.amazon.com/shop/minimalistmomspodcast" rel="nofollow">storefront</a> for recommendations from Diane.</li><li>Subscribe to the <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@minimalistmomspodcast" rel="nofollow">Minimalist Moms Youtube Channel</a></li><li>Previous Episode: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/back-to-school-back-in-balance-anna-dearmon-kornick-ep398/id1159498258?i=1000720715896" rel="nofollow">Back-to-School, Back-in-Balance | Anna Dearmon Kornick (EP398)</a></li><li>Connect with Christine</li><li><a href="https://askproxy.com/" rel="nofollow">Website</a></li><li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/thechristinelandis/" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a></li><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/christine-landis-287010299/" rel="nofollow">LinkedIn</a></li></ul> <h3>About Christine |</h3>Christine Landis is a mom of two and founder and CEO of Peacock Parent, a home management platform designed to help people delegate at home and buy back time for joy. Previously, she led financial technology company National-Cred-A-Chek to a successful eight-figure exit.Her own experience with the mental load of motherhood inspired her to create Ask Proxy™, an AI assistant that helps adults outsource not just the “doing” of home life, but the thinking, planning, and anticipating that comes with it. Christine speaks and writes about time as a currency, home management, AI, and creating more time for what matters most.<h3>Episode Sponsors |</h3>The Minimalist Moms Podcast would not be possible without the support of weekly sponsors. Choosing brands that I believe in is important to me. I only want to recommend brands that I believe may help you in your daily life. As always, never feel pressured into buying anything. Remember: if you don&#39;t need it, it&#39;s not a good deal!<h3>Enjoy the Podcast?</h3>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 this with your fellow mothers so that they can be inspired to think more and do with less. Order (or review) my book, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/1642505099?asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1I8TGKCK53TUQ&creativeASIN=1642505099&linkCode=ssc&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_mixed_d_asin&tag=onamzdianebod-20" rel="nofollow">Minimalist Moms: Living &amp; Parenting With Simplicity</a>.You can contact me through my <a href="https://minimalistmomspodcast.com/" rel="nofollow">website</a>, find me on <a href="http://instagram.com/minimalistmomspodcast" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/minimalistmomspodcast/" rel="nofollow">Pinterest</a> or like The Minimalist Moms Page on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/minimalistmomspodcast/" rel="nofollow">Facebook</a>.Public Episode Page Our Sponsors: * Check out 1-800-GOT-JUNK and use my code 1800gotjunk.com for a great deal: https://www.1800gotjunk.com * Check out Amazing Generation: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com * Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com * Check out Wayfair: https://www.wayfair.com Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Buying Back Your Time: What to Outsource (and What to Keep)  | Christine Landis (Bonus Episode)

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What if the answer to the youth mental health crisis isn’t simply fewer screens - but more freedom?In this conversation, I’m joined by psychologist and Free to Learn author Dr. Peter Gray to talk about his latest book, Restoring Childhood: How to Set Kids Free in the Age of Anxiety. Peter challenges us to look beyond smartphones and social media and consider a much bigger shift that’s taken place over the last several decades: children have far less independence, unstructured play, and freedom to navigate life without adults directing the experience.We talk about how increased schooling, homework, organized activities, and constant supervision have gradually crowded out the kind of self-directed play that once defined childhood. Peter also offers a thought-provoking perspective on screens, questioning whether technology deserves as much blame for declining youth mental health as it often receives.At the heart of our conversation are three things kids need to thrive: autonomy, competence, and connection. We explore what it might look like to give some of that back - not by abandoning boundaries, but by becoming more intentional about where we step in and where we step aside.<h3>Links Discussed in This Episode |</h3><ul><li>Checkout the podcast <a href="https://www.amazon.com/shop/minimalistmomspodcast" rel="nofollow">storefront</a> for recommendations from Diane.</li><li>Subscribe to the <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@minimalistmomspodcast" rel="nofollow">Minimalist Moms Youtube Channel</a></li><li>Connect with Peter Gray</li><li><a href="https://www.petergray.org/" rel="nofollow">Website</a></li><li><a href="https://petergray.substack.com/" rel="nofollow">Substack</a></li><li>Book: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GD5G2FYV?asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.DL4M6AD2Z4ZN&creativeASIN=B0GD5G2FYV&linkCode=ssc&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_mixed_d_asin&tag=dianeboden-20" rel="nofollow">Restoring Childhood: How to Set Kids Free in the Age of Anxiety</a></li></ul> <h3>About Peter Gray |</h3>Peter Gray is a research professor of psychology at Boston College whose work focuses on the role of play in human development and how children learn through freedom, exploration, and self-directed activity. He is the author of Free to Learn: Why Unleashing the Instinct to Play Will Make Our Children Happier, More Self-Reliant, and Better Students for Life and co-author of the widely used textbook Psychology. He also writes the “Freedom to Learn” blog for Psychology Today and is a founding member of the Alliance for Self-Directed Education and the nonprofit Let Grow.<h3><a href="https://minimalistmomspodcast.com/sponsors" rel="nofollow">Episode Sponsors</a> |</h3>Hey Polo | Protect your loved ones without spying on them. Go to heypolo.com/MINIMALIST or use code MINIMALIST to get 40% off your first year.HungryRoot | Head to HungryRoot.com/minimalist and use code MINIMALIST to get 40% off your first box and a free item of your choice for life.Quince | Find the fall pieces you’ll reach for most at Quince. Download the Quince app for app-exclusive offers, or go to Quince.com/minimalist. Get free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada and the UK, too. The Minimalist Moms Podcast would not be possible without the support of weekly sponsors. Choosing brands that I believe in is important to me. I only want to recommend brands that I believe may help you in your daily life. As always, never feel pressured into buying anything. Remember: if you don&#39;t need it, it&#39;s not a good deal!<h3>Enjoy the Podcast?</h3>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 this with your fellow mothers so that they can be inspired to think more and do with less. Order (or review) my book, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/1642505099?asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1I8TGKCK53TUQ&creativeASIN=1642505099&linkCode=ssc&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_mixed_d_asin&tag=onamzdianebod-20" rel="nofollow">Minimalist Moms: Living &amp; Parenting With Simplicity</a>.You can contact me through my <a href="https://minimalistmomspodcast.com/" rel="nofollow">website</a>, find me on <a href="http://instagram.com/minimalistmomspodcast" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/minimalistmomspodcast/" rel="nofollow">Pinterest</a> or like The Minimalist Moms Page on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/minimalistmomspodcast/" rel="nofollow">Facebook</a>. Our Sponsors: * Check out 1-800-GOT-JUNK and use my code 1800gotjunk.com for a great deal: https://www.1800gotjunk.com * Check out Amazing Generation: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com * Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com * Check out Wayfair: https://www.wayfair.com Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

The Kids’ Mental Health Crisis Started Before Smartphones - So What Changed? | Peter Gray (Bonus Episode)

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We&#39;re surrounded by messages telling us that the next thing will make life better. The upgraded phone, the new clothes, the latest productivity system, the newest trend....but what if our constant attraction to new is actually pulling us further away from the life that we want?Today, I&#39;m joined by <a href="http://ericathas.com" rel="nofollow">Eric Athas</a>, New York Times editor and author of <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/0306837099?asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.DL4M6AD2Z4ZN&creativeASIN=0306837099&linkCode=ssc&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_mixed_d_asin&tag=dianeboden-20" rel="nofollow">Saying No to New.</a> He&#39;s here today to share why novelty is so difficult for our brains to resist, how companies and technology make consumption increasingly frictionless, and why buying something new often gives us only a fleeting sense of satisfaction.We also talk about something at the heart of minimalism, this idea of enough. Instead of simply asking how to declutter what we&#39;ve accumulated, what if we got better at questioning what enters our lives in the first place? Eric shares how we can recognize persuasion, create more intentional friction before consuming, rediscover the value of what we already have, and become more discerning about what actually is worth welcoming into our homes and lives.<h3>Links Discussed in This Episode |</h3><ul><li>Checkout the podcast <a href="https://www.amazon.com/shop/minimalistmomspodcast" rel="nofollow">storefront</a> for recommendations from Diane.</li><li>Subscribe to the <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@minimalistmomspodcast" rel="nofollow">Minimalist Moms Youtube Channel</a></li><li>Diane&#39;s Resource: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/0593833376?channelId=500&lv=shuf&plpRedirect=mhFallback" rel="nofollow">The Midnight Train by Matt Haig</a></li><li>Eric&#39;s Resource: Wirecutter</li><li>Connect with Eric</li><li><a href="https://ericathas.com/" rel="nofollow">Website</a></li><li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/eric_athas/" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a></li><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericathas/" rel="nofollow">LinkedIn</a></li><li>Book: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/0306837099?asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.DL4M6AD2Z4ZN&creativeASIN=0306837099&linkCode=ssc&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_mixed_d_asin&tag=dianeboden-20" rel="nofollow">Saying No to New: Why New Things Are Stealing Your Time, Money, and Happiness―and How to Take Back Your Life</a></li></ul> <h3>About Eric |</h3>Eric Athas is an editor at the New York Times, where he helps journalists learn new tools and skills they can use to tell stories. Before joining the Times in 2016, he worked at NPR and the Washington Post. His work has been published in the New York Times, the Washington Post, Fast Company, Harvard Business Review, and the Nieman Journalism Lab. Athas lives with his wife and two children in Brooklyn.<h3>Episode Sponsors |</h3>Hey Polo | Protect your loved ones without spying on them. Go to heypolo.com/MINIMALIST or use code MINIMALIST to get 40% off your first year.HungryRoot | Head to HungryRoot.com/minimalist and use code MINIMALIST to get 40% off your first box and a free item of your choice for life.The Minimalist Moms Podcast would not be possible without the support of weekly sponsors. Choosing brands that I believe in is important to me. I only want to recommend brands that I believe may help you in your daily life. As always, never feel pressured into buying anything. Remember: if you don&#39;t need it, it&#39;s not a good deal!<h3>Enjoy the Podcast?</h3>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 this with your fellow mothers so that they can be inspired to think more and do with less. Order (or review) my book, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/1642505099?asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1I8TGKCK53TUQ&creativeASIN=1642505099&linkCode=ssc&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_mixed_d_asin&tag=onamzdianebod-20" rel="nofollow">Minimalist Moms: Living &amp; Parenting With Simplicity</a>.You can contact me through my <a href="https://minimalistmomspodcast.com/" rel="nofollow">website</a>, find me on <a href="http://instagram.com/minimalistmomspodcast" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/minimalistmomspodcast/" rel="nofollow">Pinterest</a> or like The Minimalist Moms Page on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/minimalistmomspodcast/" rel="nofollow">Facebook</a>. Our Sponsors: * Check out 1-800-GOT-JUNK and use my code 1800gotjunk.com for a great deal: https://www.1800gotjunk.com * Check out Amazing Generation: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com * Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com * Check out Wayfair: https://www.wayfair.com Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Why We Always Want Something New (& How to Finally Feel Like You Have Enough) | Eric Athas, Say No to More (EP465)

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What if the exhaustion you&#39;re feeling isn&#39;t coming from everything on your plate - but from trying to carry things that were never yours to hold?In this episode, Diane sits down with #1 New York Times bestselling author Lysa TerKeurst to unpack one of the most common struggles women face: the desire to control people, outcomes, and uncertainty. Whether it&#39;s worrying about your children, trying to fix a relationship, overthinking every decision, or believing that if you just planned a little better everything would work out, control often disguises itself as responsibility.Although Lysa shares from her Christian faith, this conversation offers practical wisdom for anyone seeking to live more intentionally, worry less, and focus their energy on what they can actually influence.<h2>Links Discussed in This Episode |</h2><ul><li>Checkout the podcast <a href="https://www.amazon.com/shop/minimalistmomspodcast" rel="nofollow">storefront</a> for recommendations from Diane.</li><li>Subscribe to the <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@minimalistmomspodcast" rel="nofollow">Minimalist Moms Youtube Channel</a></li><li>Connect with Lysa</li><li><a href="https://lysaterkeurst.com/" rel="nofollow">Website</a></li><li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/lysaterkeurst/" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a></li><li><a href="https://proverbs31.org/" rel="nofollow">Proverbs31 Ministries</a></li><li><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/therapy-and-theology/id1641587501" rel="nofollow">Podcast</a></li><li>Book: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/1400230721?asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.DL4M6AD2Z4ZN&creativeASIN=1400230721&linkCode=ssc&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ons_mixed_d_asin&tag=onamzdianebod-20" rel="nofollow">Making Peace with What I Can’t Control: Find Relief from the Exhaustion of Overthinking, Trying to Fix Others, and Wanting to Figure It All Out</a></li></ul> <h2>About Lysa |</h2>Lysa TerKeurst is president and chief visionary officer of Proverbs 31 Ministries and the author of eight New York Times bestsellers, including I Want to Trust You, But I Don’t, Good Boundaries and Goodbyes, Forgiving What You Can’t Forget, and It’s Not Supposed to Be This Way. Her latest book is Making Peace With What I Can’t Control: Find Relief from the Exhaustion of Overthinking, Trying to Fix Others, and Wanting to Figure It All Out (Nelson Books, September 15, 2026). She enjoys life with her husband, Chaz, and her kids and grandkids.<h2>Episode Sponsors |</h2>The Minimalist Moms Podcast would not be possible without the support of weekly sponsors. Choosing brands that I believe in is important to me. I only want to recommend brands that I believe may help you in your daily life. As always, never feel pressured into buying anything. Remember: if you don&#39;t need it, it&#39;s not a good deal!<h2>Enjoy the Podcast?</h2>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 this with your fellow mothers so that they can be inspired to think more and do with less. Order (or review) my book, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/1642505099?asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1I8TGKCK53TUQ&creativeASIN=1642505099&linkCode=ssc&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_mixed_d_asin&tag=onamzdianebod-20" rel="nofollow">Minimalist Moms: Living &amp; Parenting With Simplicity</a>.You can contact me through my <a href="https://minimalistmomspodcast.com/" rel="nofollow">website</a>, find me on <a href="http://instagram.com/minimalistmomspodcast" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/minimalistmomspodcast/" rel="nofollow">Pinterest</a> or like The Minimalist Moms Page on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/minimalistmomspodcast/" rel="nofollow">Facebook</a>.Public Episode Page Our Sponsors: * Check out 1-800-GOT-JUNK and use my code 1800gotjunk.com for a great deal: https://www.1800gotjunk.com * Check out Amazing Generation: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com * Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com * Check out Wayfair: https://www.wayfair.com Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Lysa TerKeurst on The Hidden Cost of Trying to Control Everything (Bonus Episode)

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We’re often told that a better life is one that’s faster, easier, and more efficient. But what if removing every inconvenience is also removing some of the satisfaction, connection, and delight from our days?In this episode, Diane sits down with The Atlantic contributing writer Ian Bogost to discuss his book, The Small Stuff: How to Lead a More Gratifying Life. Ian explains how technology and modern convenience have distanced us from the physical world - and why ordinary, hands-on experiences may be more valuable than we realize.Together, they explore the difference between convenience and genuine fulfillment, the overlooked pleasure found in everyday tasks, and how paying closer attention to what’s already around us can lead to a more grounded and gratifying life.<h3>Links Discussed in This Episode |</h3><ul><li>Checkout the podcast <a href="https://www.amazon.com/shop/minimalistmomspodcast" rel="nofollow">storefront</a> for recommendations from Diane.</li><li>Subscribe to the <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@minimalistmomspodcast" rel="nofollow">Minimalist Moms Youtube Channel</a></li><li>Connect with Ian</li><li><a href="https://bogost.com/" rel="nofollow">Website</a></li><li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/ibogost/" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a></li><li><a href="https://www.theatlantic.com/author/ian-bogost/" rel="nofollow">The Atlantic</a></li><li>Book: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/1668062631?asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.DL4M6AD2Z4ZN&creativeASIN=1668062631&linkCode=ssc&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ons_mixed_d_asin&tag=onamzdianebod-20" rel="nofollow">The Small Stuff: How to Lead a More Gratifying Life</a></li></ul> <h3>About Ian |</h3>Dr. Ian Bogost a contributing writer at The Atlantic, the Barbara and David Thomas Distinguished Professor and Assistant Vice Provost at Washington University in St. Louis, and a founding partner of Persuasive Games LLC, a game and design studio. He is the author of 11 books, most recently The Small Stuff: How to Lead a More Gratifying Life. Bogost&#39;s award-winning games and artworks, which include Cow Clicker and A Slow Year have been played by millions of people and held in permanent collections around the world, including at the Smithsonian American Art Museum.<h3>Episode Sponsors |</h3>Hey Polo | Protect your loved ones without spying on them. Go to heypolo.com/MINIMALIST or use code MINIMALIST to get 40% off your first year.HungryRoot | Head to HungryRoot.com/minimalist and use code MINIMALIST to get 40% off your first box and a free item of your choice for life.The Minimalist Moms Podcast would not be possible without the support of weekly sponsors. Choosing brands that I believe in is important to me. I only want to recommend brands that I believe may help you in your daily life. As always, never feel pressured into buying anything. Remember: if you don&#39;t need it, it&#39;s not a good deal!<h3>Enjoy the Podcast?</h3>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 this with your fellow mothers so that they can be inspired to think more and do with less. Order (or review) my book, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/1642505099?asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1I8TGKCK53TUQ&creativeASIN=1642505099&linkCode=ssc&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_mixed_d_asin&tag=onamzdianebod-20" rel="nofollow">Minimalist Moms: Living &amp; Parenting With Simplicity</a>.You can contact me through my <a href="https://minimalistmomspodcast.com/" rel="nofollow">website</a>, find me on <a href="http://instagram.com/minimalistmomspodcast" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/minimalistmomspodcast/" rel="nofollow">Pinterest</a> or like The Minimalist Moms Page on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/minimalistmomspodcast/" rel="nofollow">Facebook</a>. Our Sponsors: * Check out 1-800-GOT-JUNK and use my code 1800gotjunk.com for a great deal: https://www.1800gotjunk.com * Check out Amazing Generation: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com * Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com * Check out Wayfair: https://www.wayfair.com Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

The Case Against Convenience: Why the Small Stuff Makes Life Better | Ian Bogost (EP464)

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I&#39;m especially excited to share this replay episode with you as we are celebrating the release of my friend, Monica Packer&#39;s new book: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/1394401167?asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.DL4M6AD2Z4ZN&creativeASIN=1394401167&linkCode=ssc&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ons_d_asin&tag=dianeboden-20" rel="nofollow">Sticky Habits: A Woman&#39;s Guide to Reclaim Happiness, Ditch Perfectionism, and Create Habits that Last</a>. Monica is my go-to for all things habits and I know you&#39;ll appreciate this conversation as much as I do.-----------------------------Joining me for her second appearance on the show is fellow podcaster, Monica Packer. This conversation is <a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/0AxqIbijgPSjWvxowr7BZ7?si=XsLe86ntRRqkwd3L8qmwuA" rel="nofollow">a continuation</a> on the topic of bad habits: today we explore the roots of bad habits and the importance of understanding the underlying reasons for these behaviors. We also discuss the role of support in habit change, how identity influences our habits, practical tools for addressing numbing behaviors and so much more...<h3>Links Discussed in This Episode |</h3><ul><li>Checkout the podcast <a href="https://www.amazon.com/shop/minimalistmomspodcast" rel="nofollow">storefront</a> for recommendations from Diane.</li><li>Subscribe to the <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@minimalistmomspodcast" rel="nofollow">Minimalist Moms Youtube Channel</a></li><li>Previous Episode: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/why-habit-consistency-looks-different-for-women-monica/id1159498258?i=1000769938852" rel="nofollow">Why Habit Consistency Looks Different for Women | Monica Packer (EP453)</a></li><li>Previous Episode: <a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/0AxqIbijgPSjWvxowr7BZ7?si=XsLe86ntRRqkwd3L8qmwuA" rel="nofollow">EP255: Small Shifts (&amp; a More Effective Approach) to Bad Habits</a></li><li>Book: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/0593236629?asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.7E4PKWQ46652&creativeASIN=0593236629&linkCode=ssc&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ons_mixed_d_asin&tag=onamzdianebod-20" rel="nofollow">Scarcity Brain by Michael Easter</a></li><li>Connect with Monica:</li><li><a href="http://instagram.com/aboutprogress" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a></li><li><a href="http://www.aboutprogress.com/" rel="nofollow">Website</a></li></ul> <h3>About Monica |</h3>Monica Packer is a recovering perfectionist who uncovered the truest model to lasting growth: it&#39;s progress made practical. As a writer, podcaster, and coach, she guides women to find sustainable growth by adopting progress over perfection. Monica’s popular podcast, About Progress is a top-rated show with millions of downloads. She has served thousands of women online as a certified habits and identity coach. Monica is a mom of five, former middle school teacher, sourdough obsessor, and beginning gardener. She lives in Salt Lake City with her husband, Brad, and their children.<h3>Episode Sponsors |</h3>The Minimalist Moms Podcast would not be possible without the support of weekly sponsors. Choosing brands that I believe in is important to me. I only want to recommend brands that I believe may help you in your daily life. As always, never feel pressured into buying anything. Remember: if you don&#39;t need it, it&#39;s not a good deal!<h3>Enjoy the Podcast?</h3>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 this with your fellow mothers so that they can be inspired to think more and do with less. Order (or review) my book, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/1642505099?asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1I8TGKCK53TUQ&creativeASIN=1642505099&linkCode=ssc&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_mixed_d_asin&tag=onamzdianebod-20" rel="nofollow">Minimalist Moms: Living &amp; Parenting With Simplicity</a>.You can contact me through my <a href="https://minimalistmomspodcast.com/" rel="nofollow">website</a>, find me on <a href="http://instagram.com/minimalistmomspodcast" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/minimalistmomspodcast/" rel="nofollow">Pinterest</a> or like The Minimalist Moms Page on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/minimalistmomspodcast/" rel="nofollow">Facebook</a>. Our Sponsors: * Check out 1-800-GOT-JUNK and use my code 1800gotjunk.com for a great deal: https://www.1800gotjunk.com * Check out Amazing Generation: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com * Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com * Check out Wayfair: https://www.wayfair.com Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

[REPLAY] Finally Get Control of Those Unwanted Habits: Understanding the Roots of Bad Habits | Monica Packer

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For those who are new here, I occasionally release bonus episodes designed for a specific part of my audience. I have listeners from all kinds of faith backgrounds, and this episode is shared from a Christian perspective. If that’s not quite what you’re looking for today, feel free to explore the other episodes released this week - or join me back here next Tuesday for a conversation you won’t want to miss!------------------What happens when the very thing you&#39;ve been praying for finally arrives... and it isn&#39;t what you expected?Maybe it&#39;s the marriage you&#39;ve longed for, the baby you&#39;ve prayed over, the career opportunity you worked so hard to achieve, or the fresh start you&#39;ve been asking God to provide. Instead of feeling only joy, you find yourself carrying unexpected grief, exhaustion, or disappointment - and wondering if something is wrong with you.In this honest and hope-filled conversation, Diane sits down with author Melissa Miller to explore the complex emotions that often follow life&#39;s &#34;good&#34; transitions. Inspired by her own experience of moving across the country and growing her family through adoption, Melissa shares how she wrestled with guilt, unmet expectations, and the fear that she wasn&#39;t grateful enough for the very blessings she&#39;d prayed for.Together, they discuss why answered prayers don&#39;t always feel the way we imagine, how to embrace mixed emotions without shame, and what it looks like to trust God when the story unfolds differently than expected. <h3>Links Discussed in This Episode |</h3><ul><li>Checkout the podcast <a href="https://www.amazon.com/shop/minimalistmomspodcast" rel="nofollow">storefront</a> for recommendations from Diane.</li><li>Subscribe to the <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@minimalistmomspodcast" rel="nofollow">Minimalist Moms Youtube Channel</a></li><li>Melissa&#39;s Resource: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/CUSHIONAIRE-Lattice-Closed-Womens-Chocolate/dp/B0GXLFP98P?psc=1&ref_=ast_bl_cpl_dp&th=1" rel="nofollow">Jelly Shoes</a></li><li>Melissa Can&#39;t Stop Talking About: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Sacred-Prayer-Deeper-Intimacy-Journal-ebook/dp/B0DS9J17CS/?_encoding=UTF8&content-id=amzn1.sym.171c1bd3-e559-4de5-8b1c-2e86c02e2e84&pd_rd_r=38cf4c79-849d-45b6-8f41-845863321594&pd_rd_w=lxIxy&pd_rd_wg=pz1e5&pf_rd_p=171c1bd3-e559-4de5-8b1c-2e86c02e2e84&pf_rd_r=142-0627564-7059303" rel="nofollow">Prayer Journal</a></li><li>Connect with Melissa</li><li><a href="https://www.melissamillerwriter.com/" rel="nofollow">Website</a></li><li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/melissamillerwrites/" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a></li><li>Book: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/1400254809?asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.DL4M6AD2Z4ZN&creativeASIN=1400254809&linkCode=ssc&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ons_mixed_d_asin&tag=onamzdianebod-20" rel="nofollow">But I Prayed for This: What to Do When Living in God&#39;s Yes Is Harder Than You Expected</a></li></ul> <h3>About Melissa |</h3>Melissa Miller is a writer, content creator, and certified Reboot Retreat facilitator. She is a mother of five and an advocate for vulnerable children in foster care. Melissa lives in Tennessee with her family. She enjoys playing pickleball and is convinced “just one more chapter” is a perfectly reasonable bedtime strategy. <h3>Episode Sponsors |</h3>The Minimalist Moms Podcast would not be possible without the support of weekly sponsors. Choosing brands that I believe in is important to me. I only want to recommend brands that I believe may help you in your daily life. As always, never feel pressured into buying anything. Remember: if you don&#39;t need it, it&#39;s not a good deal!<h3>Enjoy the Podcast?</h3>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 this with your fellow mothers so that they can be inspired to think more and do with less. Order (or review) my book, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/1642505099?asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1I8TGKCK53TUQ&creativeASIN=1642505099&linkCode=ssc&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_mixed_d_asin&tag=onamzdianebod-20" rel="nofollow">Minimalist Moms: Living &amp; Parenting With Simplicity</a>.You can contact me through my <a href="https://minimalistmomspodcast.com/" rel="nofollow">website</a>, find me on <a href="http://instagram.com/minimalistmomspodcast" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/minimalistmomspodcast/" rel="nofollow">Pinterest</a> or like The Minimalist Moms Page on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/minimalistmomspodcast/" rel="nofollow">Facebook</a>. Our Sponsors: * Check out 1-800-GOT-JUNK and use my code 1800gotjunk.com for a great deal: https://www.1800gotjunk.com * Check out Amazing Generation: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com * Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com * Check out Wayfair: https://www.wayfair.com Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

When God Answers Your Prayer... But Life Still Feels Hard | Melissa Miller (Bonus Episode)

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Artificial intelligence is becoming part of our everyday lives - but where should we draw the line?In this thought-provoking conversation, Diane sits down with Ben Peterson, Army veteran, founder of Engage Your Destiny, and author of When Intelligence Isn&#39;t Human, to explore the growing role AI is playing in our relationships, mental health, and sense of identity. Drawing from his military experience, years of mentoring service members, and his work helping others navigate trauma and purpose, Ben challenges listeners to see AI for what it is: a powerful tool - but a poor substitute for human connection, wisdom, and community.Together, they discuss why so many young people are turning to technology for emotional support, how social media and AI are designed to capture our attention, and why the ability to think critically, wrestle through discomfort, and build real-life relationships may be more important than ever.<h3>Links Discussed in This Episode |</h3><ul><li>Checkout the podcast <a href="https://www.amazon.com/shop/minimalistmomspodcast" rel="nofollow">storefront</a> for recommendations from Diane.</li><li>Subscribe to the <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@minimalistmomspodcast" rel="nofollow">Minimalist Moms Youtube Channel</a></li><li>Ben&#39;s Resource: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Intentional-Father-Practical-Courage-Character/dp/0801018684/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.hz0DWkWhWbWGqwaVPjPGt9cBYNPfzZ0I6_MCyxWjWpy5QzWk-RLfVrLfeKaSQsvbYHRJHGbOiBMXOXIMxm7GVhwVvjp9qTyT9VXjS12ydErab4L4BRyLkZkqWKWiehHIm1pfvnHCDTHFRUpz6hZ9BHu4wCdMioZyrNAdmsojzy-CmL7j4b1XlcOy-hQ64zHK_2CHeMXlTj274uaNogcoqcrKDiUPsPoE7Ny1hqSZcgM.BJyRjDU9zshsV8B7s1QBy231YAdTRAiwO6vRlK4D8Ic&dib_tag=se&qid=1788444505&sr=8-1" rel="nofollow">The Intentional Father: A Practical Guide to Raise Sons of Courage and Character</a></li><li>Connect with Ben</li><li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/Benjaminjamespeterson/" rel="nofollow">Facebook</a></li><li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/thebenpeterson/" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a></li><li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@engageyourdestiny" rel="nofollow">Youtube</a></li><li><a href="https://engageyourdestiny.org/" rel="nofollow">Website</a></li><li>Book: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/1637636237?asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.DL4M6AD2Z4ZN&creativeASIN=1637636237&linkCode=ssc&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ons_mixed_d_asin&tag=onamzdianebod-20" rel="nofollow">When Intelligence Isn&#39;t Human: Navigating Your Faith in the Age of AI</a></li></ul> <h3>About Ben |</h3>Ben Peterson is the founder and driving force behind Engage Your Destiny, the most impactful movement bringing faith and the Gospel to the U.S. military. He served in Iraq during the 2008–2009 Surge as a Chaplain’s Assistant, where he lost seven brothers in combat during his first week deployed. Carrying trauma, addiction, and deep brokenness, he turned to God and emerged with a mission to transform the most powerful fighting force in the world through the hope of Christ.Over the last decade, more than 300,000 service members, veterans, and families have heard Peterson’s message. He has been trusted to train and speak across elite units including the 101st Airborne, 3rd, 5th, and 10th Special Forces Groups, the 75th Ranger Battalion, Navy SEALs, Recon Marines, Space Force, the 11th Arctic Airborne, and the 4th Infantry Division. In 2022, he produced the Heroes Honor Festival - which drew more than 40,000 attendees and became the largest Gospel outreach to veterans in American history. He has personally raised more than $15 million for nonprofit causes and advises nonprofits, companies, churches, and senior leaders on building cultures of emotional intelligence, resilience, and bold vulnerability.<h3>Episode Sponsors |</h3>The Minimalist Moms Podcast would not be possible without the support of weekly sponsors. Choosing brands that I believe in is important to me. I only want to recommend brands that I believe may help you in your daily life. As always, never feel pressured into buying anything. Remember: if you don&#39;t need it, it&#39;s not a good deal!<h3>Enjoy the Podcast?</h3>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 this with your fellow mothers so that they can be inspired to think more and do with less. Order (or review) my book, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/1642505099?asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1I8TGKCK53TUQ&creativeASIN=1642505099&linkCode=ssc&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_mixed_d_asin&tag=onamzdianebod-20" rel="nofollow">Minimalist Moms: Living &amp; Parenting With Simplicity</a>.You can contact me through my <a href="https://minimalistmomspodcast.com/" rel="nofollow">website</a>, find me on <a href="http://instagram.com/minimalistmomspodcast" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/minimalistmomspodcast/" rel="nofollow">Pinterest</a> or like The Minimalist Moms Page on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/minimalistmomspodcast/" rel="nofollow">Facebook</a>. Our Sponsors: * Check out 1-800-GOT-JUNK and use my code 1800gotjunk.com for a great deal: https://www.1800gotjunk.com * Check out Amazing Generation: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com * Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com * Check out Wayfair: https://www.wayfair.com Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

When Intelligence Isn’t Human:  Helping Kids Hold Onto Their Identity in an AI World | Ben Peterson (Bonus Episode)

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When did technology stop being a learning tool and quietly become the learning environment?<h3>Links Discussed in This Episode |</h3><ul><li>Checkout the podcast <a href="https://www.amazon.com/shop/minimalistmomspodcast" rel="nofollow">storefront</a> for recommendations from Diane.</li><li>Subscribe to the <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@minimalistmomspodcast" rel="nofollow">Minimalist Moms Youtube Channel</a></li><li>Early Childhood newsletter signup: <a href="https://hechingerreport.org/earlychildhood/" rel="nofollow">https://hechingerreport.org/earlychildhood/</a></li><li>Reporting on school technology: <a href="https://hechingerreport.org/ipads-in-kindergarten-youtube-videos-at-snack-time-parents-are-pushing-back-on-screen-time-in-the-early-grades/" rel="nofollow">&#34;IPads in kindergarten, YouTube videos at snack time: Parents are pushing back on screens in the early grades&#34; </a></li><li>&#34;<a href="https://hechingerreport.org/schools-try-to-block-kids-from-accessing-dangerous-content-and-games-online-little-kids-are-outsmarting-them/" rel="nofollow">Schools try to block kids from accessing dangerous content and games online. Little kids are outsmarting them.</a>&#34;</li><li>&#34;<a href="https://hechingerreport.org/many-game-sites-evade-school-web-filters/" rel="nofollow">Many game sites evade school web filters</a>&#34;</li><li>All stories: <a href="https://hechingerreport.org/author/jackie-mader/" rel="nofollow">https://hechingerreport.org/author/jackie-mader/</a></li><li>Connect with Jackie</li><li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/jackiemaderwrites" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a></li></ul> <h3>About Jackie |</h3>Jackie Mader is a senior early childhood reporter at The Hechinger Report. She previously worked as a special education teacher in Charlotte, North Carolina, and trained new teachers in Mississippi. Her work has appeared in the New York Times, The Atlantic, USA Today, TIME, and NBC News, among others, and has won several awards, including the Sigma Delta Chi Award from the Society of Professional Journalists, the Nellie Bly Award from The New York Press Club, and a Front Page Award from The Newswomen’s Club of New York. She has been a fellow at the Dart Center for Journalism and Trauma and a Spencer Fellow at Columbia University. She received a bachelor’s degree from Loyola Marymount University and a master’s degree from Columbia University’s Graduate School of Journalism.<h3>Episode Sponsors |</h3>The Minimalist Moms Podcast would not be possible without the support of weekly sponsors. Choosing brands that I believe in is important to me. I only want to recommend brands that I believe may help you in your daily life. As always, never feel pressured into buying anything. Remember: if you don&#39;t need it, it&#39;s not a good deal!<h3>Enjoy the Podcast?</h3>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 this with your fellow mothers so that they can be inspired to think more and do with less. Order (or review) my book, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/1642505099?asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1I8TGKCK53TUQ&creativeASIN=1642505099&linkCode=ssc&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_mixed_d_asin&tag=onamzdianebod-20" rel="nofollow">Minimalist Moms: Living &amp; Parenting With Simplicity</a>.You can contact me through my <a href="https://minimalistmomspodcast.com/" rel="nofollow">website</a>, find me on <a href="http://instagram.com/minimalistmomspodcast" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/minimalistmomspodcast/" rel="nofollow">Pinterest</a> or like The Minimalist Moms Page on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/minimalistmomspodcast/" rel="nofollow">Facebook</a>. Our Sponsors: * Check out 1-800-GOT-JUNK and use my code 1800gotjunk.com for a great deal: https://www.1800gotjunk.com * Check out Amazing Generation: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com * Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com * Check out Wayfair: https://www.wayfair.com Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Protecting Our Kids' Attention in a Screen-Filled Classroom | Jackie Mader (Bonus Episode)

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If you&#39;ve ever reached the end of the day wondering how you stayed busy but still didn&#39;t accomplish what mattered most, this episode is for you.Diane sits down with time management coach and CEO of The Pink Bee, Megan Sumrell, to challenge one of the biggest productivity myths many women believe: that a longer to-do list will somehow make us feel more in control. Instead, Megan explains why traditional task lists often leave us feeling overwhelmed, behind, and stuck in a cycle of &#34;time debt.&#34;Together, they explore a more intentional approach to planning - one that starts by recognizing your actual capacity instead of trying to squeeze more into every day.<h3>Links Discussed in This Episode |</h3><ul><li>Checkout the podcast <a href="https://www.amazon.com/shop/minimalistmomspodcast" rel="nofollow">storefront</a> for recommendations from Diane.</li><li>Subscribe to the <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@minimalistmomspodcast" rel="nofollow">Minimalist Moms Youtube Channel</a></li><li>Diane&#39;s Resource: <a href="https://www.eatingbirdfood.com/easy-no-bake-protein-balls-4-ways/" rel="nofollow">Easy No Bake Protein Balls</a></li><li>Megan&#39;s Resource: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Better-Share-Couples-Tackle-Resentment-ebook/dp/B0D8VP6DZM/ref=sr_1_1?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.xO5c65akjGD2LlWIJbCttPqvucTRL_dlUhQeokaG-pGc0Zj1dtPF-5fR9WLaeY5RB7e0pH2DKrYdZNADndKXMNVxSpiRupoO-vrL7oxNUOaja0cU2FKmc82C5ryC69YuLLmIxL_8cEUPcbxYC9O9SWzwEu_j2ETTIPznNFGO7ZY-Z4RyceYFtD0J0cxAB3Qmay7RBbskIg01E8rTOKGoddjOmYUHsjB2loXwL-UGmqo.3xJPmxeMx7eo2lFFC_WPv-v65Oj7h4P0OjuRQMwVgrk&dib_tag=se&hvadid=739049356985&hvdev=c&hvexpln=67&hvlocphy=9014877&hvnetw=g&hvocijid=16891391055571140673--&hvqmt=e&hvrand=16891391055571140673&hvtargid=kwd-2394062640875&hydadcr=22538_13531263&keywords=a+better+share+book&mcid=51907d61ac033b9fbf5ea17945a3e46c&qid=1787682970&sr=8-1" rel="nofollow">A Better Share by Morgan Cutlip</a></li><li>Megan Can&#39;t Stop Talking About: <a href="http://www.megansumrell.com/plan" rel="nofollow">Plan-A-Palooza</a></li><li>Connect with Megan</li><li><a href="http://megansumrell.com/" rel="nofollow">Website</a></li><li><a href="http://instagram.com/megansumrell" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a></li><li><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/work-life-harmony-time-management-organization-and/id1485792921" rel="nofollow">Podcast</a></li></ul> <h3>About Megan |</h3>Megan Sumrell is a Time Management Expert and creator of the TOP Program who helps overwhelmed women create harmony through planning systems built specifically for how women&#39;s brains work. With over 20 years of corporate process improvement experience, she teaches women to turn their unrealistic to-do lists into realistic, flexible plans that actually work with their lives, not against them.<h3>Episode Sponsors |</h3>The Minimalist Moms Podcast would not be possible without the support of weekly sponsors. Choosing brands that I believe in is important to me. I only want to recommend brands that I believe may help you in your daily life. As always, never feel pressured into buying anything. Remember: if you don&#39;t need it, it&#39;s not a good deal!<h3>Enjoy the Podcast?</h3>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 this with your fellow mothers so that they can be inspired to think more and do with less. Order (or review) my book, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/1642505099?asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1I8TGKCK53TUQ&creativeASIN=1642505099&linkCode=ssc&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_mixed_d_asin&tag=onamzdianebod-20" rel="nofollow">Minimalist Moms: Living &amp; Parenting With Simplicity</a>.You can contact me through my <a href="https://minimalistmomspodcast.com/" rel="nofollow">website</a>, find me on <a href="http://instagram.com/minimalistmomspodcast" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/minimalistmomspodcast/" rel="nofollow">Pinterest</a> or like The Minimalist Moms Page on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/minimalistmomspodcast/" rel="nofollow">Facebook</a>. Our Sponsors: * Check out 1-800-GOT-JUNK and use my code 1800gotjunk.com for a great deal: https://www.1800gotjunk.com * Check out Amazing Generation: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com * Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com * Check out Wayfair: https://www.wayfair.com Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Your Task List Is Just as "Cluttered" as Your Closet | Megan Sumrell (EP463)

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In this episode, Diane shares about Weeknight Winners, Family Dinners by Jack and Emmy Zhang, the parents behind the wildly popular @cookingforlevi account featuring their five-year-old son, Levi. What began as a simple way to spend time together in the kitchen has become a family mission: raising a curious eater while creating lasting memories around the table.Rather than focusing on perfect meals or picky eating battles, Jack and Emmy encourage families to see cooking as an opportunity for connection, confidence, and curiosity.<h3>Links Discussed in This Episode |</h3><ul><li>Checkout the podcast <a href="https://www.amazon.com/shop/minimalistmomspodcast" rel="nofollow">storefront</a> for recommendations from Diane.</li><li>Subscribe to the <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@minimalistmomspodcast" rel="nofollow">Minimalist Moms Youtube Channel</a></li><li>Previous Episode: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-get-dinner-on-the-table-when-you-dont-feel/id1159498258?i=1000783065409" rel="nofollow">How to Get Dinner on the Table When You Don&#39;t Feel Like Cooking | Caroline Chambers (Bonus Episode)</a></li><li>Connect with Jack + Emmy</li><li><a href="https://www.cookingforlevi.com/" rel="nofollow">Website</a></li><li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/cookingforlevi" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a></li><li>Book: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Weeknight-Winners-Family-Dinners-Kid-Approved/dp/1668082101/ref=sr_1_2?crid=3IUAWLM3F4A9R&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.Z5L4a9EFO7oQ8fCgQ1n9NGqmSrUImx1qHMQ6hG2mhvLbZf3BX9uCcskyRzzioTfhyGrhgwd7p6M_ZQpjyNj5eeF0gn61GeV4Wd51AFYlX9CmfxUDXl6qNwHcGUM8MQKpWCWxrWr-GpyWJ8_QJmf1Zx65GCR_UYc9-RSZxcoIln3yPx1hyX1ecIX1GnTL-foL-VcjPsORJq1-Tm5RARCunmQQZ0FewIOAIJh4yXYkcw4.r__V5yZpK6eGEz7KbzIH5EfxjGllrNZOGqZ-IVNGPBQ&dib_tag=se&keywords=weeknight+dinners+winners&qid=1787582735&s=books&sprefix=weeknight+dinners+winners%2Cstripbooks%2C155&sr=1-2" rel="nofollow">Weeknight Winners, Family Dinners: Kid-Approved, Adult-Loved Recipes</a></li></ul> <h3>About Jack + Emmy |</h3>Jack Zhang is a chef who has cooked at casual and upscale restaurants and for NFL players in the Buffalo, New York, area. With his wife, Emmy, he launched Cooking for Levi (@cookingforlevi), the wildly popular online cooking channel featuring their now five-year-old son, Levi. Jack was born in Guangzhou, China, and raised in Brooklyn. Emmy Zhang earned her Ed.M in English Language from the University at Buffalo, where she also earned an undergraduate degree in applied linguistics with a special focus on child language development.<h3>Episode Sponsors |</h3>The Minimalist Moms Podcast would not be possible without the support of weekly sponsors. Choosing brands that I believe in is important to me. I only want to recommend brands that I believe may help you in your daily life. As always, never feel pressured into buying anything. Remember: if you don&#39;t need it, it&#39;s not a good deal!<h3>Enjoy the Podcast?</h3>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 this with your fellow mothers so that they can be inspired to think more and do with less. Order (or review) my book, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/1642505099?asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1I8TGKCK53TUQ&creativeASIN=1642505099&linkCode=ssc&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_mixed_d_asin&tag=onamzdianebod-20" rel="nofollow">Minimalist Moms: Living &amp; Parenting With Simplicity</a>.You can contact me through my <a href="https://minimalistmomspodcast.com/" rel="nofollow">website</a>, find me on <a href="http://instagram.com/minimalistmomspodcast" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/minimalistmomspodcast/" rel="nofollow">Pinterest</a> or like The Minimalist Moms Page on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/minimalistmomspodcast/" rel="nofollow">Facebook</a>. Our Sponsors: * Check out 1-800-GOT-JUNK and use my code 1800gotjunk.com for a great deal: https://www.1800gotjunk.com * Check out Amazing Generation: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com * Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com * Check out Wayfair: https://www.wayfair.com Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

More Than a Meal: Raising Adventurous Eaters & Strong Family Connections | @cookingforlevi, Jack + Emmy Zhang (Bonus Episode)

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In this episode, I’m joined by clinical psychologist and Stanford adjunct faculty member Dr. Celeste Birkhofer for a conversation about a powerful truth: the mental health your child will have as an adult is being shaped right now.But this isn’t about perfect parenting. It’s about understanding the everyday experiences and relationships that help children develop the internal resources they’ll rely on for the rest of their lives.We also explore: what “good enough” parenting actually looks like, the five essential capacities children need for long-term mental health, supporting versus rescuing - and why children need opportunities to struggle, building tolerance for boredom, frustration, and discomfort, how parenting strategies may need to shift for children with ADHD and much more... <h3>Links Discussed in This Episode |</h3><ul><li>Checkout the podcast <a href="https://www.amazon.com/shop/minimalistmomspodcast" rel="nofollow">storefront</a> for recommendations from Diane.</li><li>Subscribe to the <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@minimalistmomspodcast" rel="nofollow">Minimalist Moms Youtube Channel</a></li><li>Dr. Birkhofer&#39;s Resource: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/neffselfcompassion" rel="nofollow">Kristen Neff</a> | <a href="https://self-compassion.org/" rel="nofollow">Self-Compassion Institute</a></li><li>Connect with Dr. Birkhofer</li><li><a href="https://www.drcelestebirkhofer.com/" rel="nofollow">Website</a></li><li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/celestebirkhofer/" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a></li><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/celeste-birkhofer-phd-psyd-85525a9/" rel="nofollow">LinkedIn</a></li><li>Book: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GRWSRJLK?asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.DL4M6AD2Z4ZN&creativeASIN=B0GRWSRJLK&linkCode=ssc&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ons_mixed_d_asin&tag=onamzdianebod-20" rel="nofollow">Beyond Quick Fixes: Essential Ingredients for Better Mental Health and a Fulfilling Life</a></li></ul> <h3>About Dr. Birkhofer |</h3>Dr. Celeste Birkhofer is a licensed clinical psychologist and adjunct clinical faculty member at Stanford Medical School, Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences. She maintains a private psychotherapy practice, teaches and supervises Stanford psychiatry residents, and is on the clinical advisory board for the Jed Foundation - a nonprofit dedicated to promoting emotional well-being in teens and young adults and reducing suicide risk. Her holistic approach to patient care integrates extensive experience and training in contemporary psychoanalytic and psychodynamic therapies, grief counseling, couples therapy, dialectic behaviortherapy (DBT), and mindfulness and self-compassion practices.<h3>Episode Sponsors |</h3>The Minimalist Moms Podcast would not be possible without the support of weekly sponsors. Choosing brands that I believe in is important to me. I only want to recommend brands that I believe may help you in your daily life. As always, never feel pressured into buying anything. Remember: if you don&#39;t need it, it&#39;s not a good deal!<h3>Enjoy the Podcast?</h3>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 this with your fellow mothers so that they can be inspired to think more and do with less. Order (or review) my book, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/1642505099?asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1I8TGKCK53TUQ&creativeASIN=1642505099&linkCode=ssc&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_mixed_d_asin&tag=onamzdianebod-20" rel="nofollow">Minimalist Moms: Living &amp; Parenting With Simplicity</a>.You can contact me through my <a href="https://minimalistmomspodcast.com/" rel="nofollow">website</a>, find me on <a href="http://instagram.com/minimalistmomspodcast" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/minimalistmomspodcast/" rel="nofollow">Pinterest</a> or like The Minimalist Moms Page on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/minimalistmomspodcast/" rel="nofollow">Facebook</a>. Our Sponsors: * Check out 1-800-GOT-JUNK and use my code 1800gotjunk.com for a great deal: https://www.1800gotjunk.com * Check out Amazing Generation: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com * Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com * Check out Wayfair: https://www.wayfair.com Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Beyond Quick Fixes: Your Child's Future Mental Health Starts Today | Dr. Celeste Birkhofer (Bonus Episode)

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Many moms assume that back pain is simply part of motherhood. Between pregnancy, carrying babies, nursing, lifting toddlers, and juggling the physical demands of everyday life, aches and pains can feel inevitable.But what if they aren&#39;t?In this episode, Diane sits down with spine surgeon Dr. Amir Vokshoor to discuss why so many women experience back pain during pregnancy and postpartum - and why accepting it as &#34;normal&#34; may keep them from finding relief. Together, they explore how the small, repetitive movements of motherhood can quietly impact long-term spine health, the connection between core strength and spinal stability, and practical ways moms can care for their bodies before pain becomes chronic.<h3>Links Discussed in This Episode |</h3><ul><li>Checkout the podcast <a href="https://www.amazon.com/shop/minimalistmomspodcast" rel="nofollow">storefront</a> for recommendations from Diane.</li><li>Subscribe to the <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@minimalistmomspodcast" rel="nofollow">Minimalist Moms Youtube Channel</a></li><li>Connect with Dr. Vokshoor</li><li><a href="https://drvokshoor.com/" rel="nofollow">Website</a></li><li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/drvokshoor/?hl=en" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a></li></ul> <h3>About Dr. Vookshor |</h3>Dr. Amir Vokshoor is a highly rated, board-certified neurosurgeon based in Santa Monica, California, who specializes in minimally invasive and motion-preserving spine care. Practicing at the Neurosurgery and Spine Group, he focuses on advanced, non-fusion surgical techniques designed to target the root cause of spinal disorders while preserving natural mobility and accelerating recovery.<h3>Episode Sponsors |</h3>The Minimalist Moms Podcast would not be possible without the support of weekly sponsors. Choosing brands that I believe in is important to me. I only want to recommend brands that I believe may help you in your daily life. As always, never feel pressured into buying anything. Remember: if you don&#39;t need it, it&#39;s not a good deal!<h3>Enjoy the Podcast?</h3>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 this with your fellow mothers so that they can be inspired to think more and do with less. Order (or review) my book, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/1642505099?asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1I8TGKCK53TUQ&creativeASIN=1642505099&linkCode=ssc&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_mixed_d_asin&tag=onamzdianebod-20" rel="nofollow">Minimalist Moms: Living &amp; Parenting With Simplicity</a>.You can contact me through my <a href="https://minimalistmomspodcast.com/" rel="nofollow">website</a>, find me on <a href="http://instagram.com/minimalistmomspodcast" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/minimalistmomspodcast/" rel="nofollow">Pinterest</a> or like The Minimalist Moms Page on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/minimalistmomspodcast/" rel="nofollow">Facebook</a>. Our Sponsors: * Check out 1-800-GOT-JUNK and use my code 1800gotjunk.com for a great deal: https://www.1800gotjunk.com * Check out Amazing Generation: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com * Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com * Check out Wayfair: https://www.wayfair.com Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Protecting Your Spine Through Every Season of Motherhood | Dr. Amir Vokshoor (Bonus Episode)

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What if creating a peaceful home didn&#39;t require getting rid of everything you love?In this episode, Diane is joined by New York Times bestselling author Myquillyn Smith - known to many as The Nester - to discuss her newest book, House Hushing. Together, they explore a refreshing middle ground between minimalism and maximalism, proving that you don&#39;t have to sacrifice beauty or personality to create a home that feels calm. Instead, Myquillyn introduces the idea of &#34;house hushing&#34; - turning down the visual volume of your home so the pieces that matter most can truly shine.From her unique &#34;backwards decluttering&#34; method to quiet decorating and embracing seasonal rhythms, Myquillyn shares practical ways to simplify your home without stripping it of warmth or character. If you&#39;ve ever felt caught between wanting a peaceful space and wanting your home to still feel like you, this conversation will leave you inspired to create a home that&#39;s both restful and deeply personal.<h3>Links Discussed in This Episode |</h3><ul><li>Checkout the podcast <a href="https://www.amazon.com/shop/minimalistmomspodcast" rel="nofollow">storefront</a> for recommendations from Diane.</li><li>Subscribe to the <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@minimalistmomspodcast" rel="nofollow">Minimalist Moms Youtube Channel</a></li><li>Diane&#39;s Resource: Book: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/0785221220?asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.K4BKRIPMW5MZ&creativeASIN=0785221220&linkCode=ssc&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_mixed_d_asin&tag=dianeboden-20" rel="nofollow">Memory-Making Mom by Jessica Smartt</a></li><li>Previous Episode: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/replay-creating-a-space-that-reflects-your/id1159498258?i=1000771624320" rel="nofollow">Creating a Space That Reflects YOUR Personality | Myquillyn Smith</a></li><li>Myquillyn&#39;s Resource: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0H1V5FKJB/?_encoding=UTF8&content-id=amzn1.sym.8de9b3d5-f5c5-40e9-9b39-d65f08d6ea68%3Aamzn1.sym.8de9b3d5-f5c5-40e9-9b39-d65f08d6ea68&pd_rd_i=B0H1V5FKJB&pd_rd_plhdr=t&pd_rd_r=2abc5b9e-6519-4b34-aab5-994eec12e0a3&pd_rd_w=OxNqn&pd_rd_wg=T1CSw&pf_rd_p=8de9b3d5-f5c5-40e9-9b39-d65f08d6ea68&pf_rd_r=16JV15W7YQ34KW05TY9B&qid=1787606861&ref_=sbx_be_s_sparkle_ssd_img&th=1" rel="nofollow">Touch Lamps</a></li><li>Connect with Myquillyn</li><li><a href="https://thenester.com/" rel="nofollow">Website</a></li><li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/thenester/?hl=en" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a></li><li><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/house-rules-with-myquillyn-smith-the-nester/id1705514025" rel="nofollow">Podcast</a></li><li>Book: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/0800744756?asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.DL4M6AD2Z4ZN&creativeASIN=0800744756&linkCode=ssc&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ons_mixed_d_asin&tag=onamzdianebod-20" rel="nofollow">House Hushing: The Simple Method to Declutter and Decorate for a More Peaceful Home</a></li></ul> <h3>About Myquillyn |</h3>For the past ten years, Myquillyn Smith, also known as “The Nester,” has been encouraging women to embrace their homes - imperfections and all. Her lived-in, loved-on home has been featured in Better Homes &amp; Gardens, Ladies&#39; Home Journal and Cottages &amp; Bungalows. Myquillyn is the author of The Nesting Place and Cozy Minimalist Home and was chosen by Christianity Today as one of the top twenty creatives in 2016. She lives in North Carolina with her husband and three boys.<h3>Episode Sponsors |</h3>The Minimalist Moms Podcast would not be possible without the support of weekly sponsors. Choosing brands that I believe in is important to me. I only want to recommend brands that I believe may help you in your daily life. As always, never feel pressured into buying anything. Remember: if you don&#39;t need it, it&#39;s not a good deal!<h3>Enjoy the Podcast?</h3>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 this with your fellow mothers so that they can be inspired to think more and do with less. Order (or review) my book, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/1642505099?asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1I8TGKCK53TUQ&creativeASIN=1642505099&linkCode=ssc&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_mixed_d_asin&tag=onamzdianebod-20" rel="nofollow">Minimalist Moms: Living &amp; Parenting With Simplicity</a>.You can contact me through my <a href="https://minimalistmomspodcast.com/" rel="nofollow">website</a>, find me on <a href="http://instagram.com/minimalistmomspodcast" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/minimalistmomspodcast/" rel="nofollow">Pinterest</a> or like The Minimalist Moms Page on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/minimalistmomspodcast/" rel="nofollow">Facebook</a>. Our Sponsors: * Check out 1-800-GOT-JUNK and use my code 1800gotjunk.com for a great deal: https://www.1800gotjunk.com * Check out Amazing Generation: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com * Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com * Check out Wayfair: https://www.wayfair.com Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

[How To] Declutter Without Losing Your Style | Myquillyn Smith (EP462)

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You crawl into bed exhausted… and suddenly your brain decides it&#39;s the perfect time to replay conversations, plan tomorrow&#39;s to-do list, and worry about everything you didn&#39;t finish.If that sounds familiar, you&#39;re not alone.In this episode, Diane sits down with Kathryn Nicolai, creator of the wildly popular Nothing Much Happens sleep podcast, to explore why so many of us struggle to quiet our minds at the end of the day. Drawing from years of teaching meditation and helping millions of listeners fall asleep, Kathryn explains why our brains aren&#39;t broken - they&#39;re simply doing what they&#39;ve been trained to do in a world of constant urgency and information overload.Together, they discuss how simple evening rituals can help create a gentler transition from productivity to rest, why our minds feel busiest when we finally slow down, and practical ways to give our brains a calming place to land before sleep.<h3>Links Discussed in This Episode |</h3><ul><li>Checkout the podcast <a href="https://www.amazon.com/shop/minimalistmomspodcast" rel="nofollow">storefront</a> for recommendations from Diane.</li><li>Subscribe to the <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@minimalistmomspodcast" rel="nofollow">Minimalist Moms Youtube Channel</a></li><li>Kathryn Resource: <a href="https://www.dhamma.org/en-US/vipassana" rel="nofollow">Vipassana</a></li><li>Connect with Kathryn</li><li><a href="https://www.nothingmuchhappens.com/" rel="nofollow">Website</a></li><li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/nothingmuchhappens/" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a></li><li><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/nothing-much-happens-bedtime-stories-to-help-you-sleep/id1378040733" rel="nofollow">Podcast</a></li><li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCq0ReOdR2-ZrL3NzzLURgbg" rel="nofollow">YouTube</a></li><li>Audio Novel: <a href="https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/On-the-Street-Where-You-Live/Kathryn-Nicolai/9781668158272?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMjU2MjgxMDQwNTU4AAGnn-ie_XYyZLvag4HxBalx0foL47A6yeBr2Cg7yedsgkiSzYerm96X3VCGJ-Q_aem_wFIiJSwoHQMXif9_qZa-Lg&utm_campaign=onthestreetwhereyoulive_kathrynnicolai_audio&utm_content=audio_buy_link&utm_medium=audio_author_outlet&utm_source=author_outlet#buy-from" rel="nofollow">On the Street Where You Live</a></li></ul> <h3>About Kathryn |</h3>Kathryn Nicolai is the creator and host of Nothing Much Happens, one of the most listened-to sleep podcasts in the world, where millions of listeners use her stories to calm anxiety, fall asleep, and feel more at ease in their bodies. With over 20 years of experience as a yoga and meditation teacher, Kathryn is a trusted voice in self-care, focusing on sleep hygiene, nervous system regulation, mindfulness, and storytelling as medicine. Through her work, she helps people cultivate rest, creativity, and emotional resilience in a culture shaped by overstimulation and burnout.<h3>Episode Sponsors |</h3>The Minimalist Moms Podcast would not be possible without the support of weekly sponsors. Choosing brands that I believe in is important to me. I only want to recommend brands that I believe may help you in your daily life. As always, never feel pressured into buying anything. Remember: if you don&#39;t need it, it&#39;s not a good deal!<h3>Enjoy the Podcast?</h3>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 this with your fellow mothers so that they can be inspired to think more and do with less. Order (or review) my book, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/1642505099?asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1I8TGKCK53TUQ&creativeASIN=1642505099&linkCode=ssc&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_mixed_d_asin&tag=onamzdianebod-20" rel="nofollow">Minimalist Moms: Living &amp; Parenting With Simplicity</a>.You can contact me through my <a href="https://minimalistmomspodcast.com/" rel="nofollow">website</a>, find me on <a href="http://instagram.com/minimalistmomspodcast" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/minimalistmomspodcast/" rel="nofollow">Pinterest</a> or like The Minimalist Moms Page on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/minimalistmomspodcast/" rel="nofollow">Facebook</a>. Our Sponsors: * Check out 1-800-GOT-JUNK and use my code 1800gotjunk.com for a great deal: https://www.1800gotjunk.com * Check out Amazing Generation: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com * Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com * Check out Wayfair: https://www.wayfair.com Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Close the Tabs: Decluttering Your Mind for Better Sleep | Kathryn Nicolai (Bonus Episode)

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If you&#39;ve been listening for a while, you know my goal with this podcast has never been to tell you what to think. My hope has always been to introduce you to thoughtful people, different perspectives, and conversations that encourage you to think more deeply and live more intentionally.Parenting today often means sorting through an overwhelming amount of health information, and few topics feel more emotionally charged than vaccines. In this conversation, I sit down with pediatrician and integrative medicine physician Dr. Joel &#34;Gator&#34; Warsh to discuss how parents can navigate these decisions with confidence, curiosity, and compassion. Dr. Warsh shares his journey from conventional pediatrics to integrative medicine and explains why he believes parents deserve thoughtful conversations about risks, benefits, schedules, and informed consent - not simply a choice between opposing sides.I know this topic can bring up strong opinions, and I understand that. My intention in sharing this conversation is not to persuade you toward a particular healthcare decision or to replace the advice of your trusted medical provider. Rather, it&#39;s to create space for respectful dialogue around a topic many parents are already wrestling with.<h3>Links Discussed in This Episode |</h3><ul><li>Previous Episode: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/nz/podcast/you-are-responsible-for-your-childrens-health-joel/id1159498258?i=1000663760937" rel="nofollow">&#34;You Are Responsible For Your Children&#39;s Health&#34; | Joel Warsh (EP347)</a></li><li>Connect with Dr. Joel Warsh:</li><li><a href="https://integrativepediatricsandmedicine.com/" rel="nofollow">Website</a></li><li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/drjoelgator/" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a></li><li>Book: Between a Shot and a Hard Place: Tackling Difficult Vaccine Questions with Balance, Data, and Clarity</li></ul> <h3>About Dr. Joel Warsh |</h3>Joel Warsh is a board-certified pediatrician in Los Angeles specializing in parenting, wellness, and integrative medicine. He is the author of multiple books, including Between a Shot and a Hard Place, Love Dad, and Parenting at Your Child’s Pace. Originally from Toronto, he holds a Master’s in Epidemiology and earned his medical degree from Thomas Jefferson Medical College. After training at Children’s Hospital of Los Angeles, he founded Integrative Pediatrics and has published research on childhood health, obesity, and physical activity.<h3>Episode Sponsors |</h3>The Minimalist Moms Podcast would not be possible without the support of weekly sponsors. Choosing brands that I believe in is important to me. I only want to recommend brands that I believe may help you in your daily life. As always, never feel pressured into buying anything. Remember: if you don&#39;t need it, it&#39;s not a good deal!<h3>Enjoy the Podcast?</h3>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 this with your fellow mothers so that they can be inspired to think more and do with less. Order (or review) my book, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/1642505099?asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1I8TGKCK53TUQ&creativeASIN=1642505099&linkCode=ssc&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_mixed_d_asin&tag=onamzdianebod-20" rel="nofollow">Minimalist Moms: Living &amp; Parenting With Simplicity</a>.<ul><li>You can contact me through my <a href="https://minimalistmomspodcast.com/" rel="nofollow">website</a>, find me on <a href="http://instagram.com/minimalistmomspodcast" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/minimalistmomspodcast/" rel="nofollow">Pinterest</a> or like The Minimalist Moms Page on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/minimalistmomspodcast/" rel="nofollow">Facebook</a>.</li></ul> Our Sponsors: * Check out 1-800-GOT-JUNK and use my code 1800gotjunk.com for a great deal: https://www.1800gotjunk.com * Check out Amazing Generation: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com * Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com * Check out Wayfair: https://www.wayfair.com Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Navigating Vaccine Decisions Without Fear or Pressure | Dr. Joel Warsh (Bonus Episode)

Release Distractions + Prioritize What Matteres

The 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 such as Dana K White, Dawn Madsen, Ginny Yurich, Charles Duhigg, Gretchen Rubin, Joshua Becker and many more. Together, they delve into the realms of minimalism, intentionality, and embracing a life of simplicity.
