The Mindful FIRE Podcast 201 : Minimalism and The Journey to Enough with Rose Lounsbury
In this episode: Mindfulness, minimalism, simplicity, the concept of enough, financial independence, entrepreneurship
Episode Summary
In this episode, Adam interviews Rose Lounsbury, a minimalist and author, about the concept of enough and the journey towards simplicity. They discuss the challenges of decluttering, the importance of self-compassion, and the ongoing practice of mindfulness. Rose shares her personal journey and insights on finding peace of mind and creating space for what truly matters.
Guest Bio
Rose Lounsbury is a minimalist, author, and speaker who helps people simplify their homes and lives. She is a firm believer in the power of decluttering to create more time, space, and freedom. Rose has written a book on minimalism and has given TEDx talks on the subject. She is dedicated to helping others find simplicity and embrace the concept of enough.
Guest Contact Information
- Rose's free 30 Day Simplicity Challenge
- Website: www.roselounsbury.com
- Instagram: @roselounsbury
- Rose's TEDx Talk
- Rose's Talk at Econome
- Rose's Campaign for Ohio House
Resources & Books Mentioned
Key Takeaways
- Decluttering physical possessions can lead to a greater sense of peace of mind and free time.
- Letting go of the excess things allows for more focus on self-care and personal well-being.
- Mindfulness and simplicity are lifelong practices that require self-awareness and self-compassion.
- The journey to enough involves both external decluttering and internal letting go of patterns and beliefs.
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