
Minimalist Moms Podcast | All Things Minimalism, Intentionality & Simple Living
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.
Latest episodes

May 22, 2017 • 32min
EP15: How to Handle School Clutter
Between precious pieces of artwork, worksheets, permission slips, dioramas and science fair experiments – the clutter kids bring home from school can be overwhelming. Megan talks about her process to manage it day-to-day, and preserve their school memories. Get all the links and resources mentioned in this show: Show Notes for EP15: How to Handle School Clutter Or, click here to get the show notes emailed to your inbox each week. Let’s keep the conversation going on our Facebook page or Instagram! Our Sponsors:* Check out Washington Red Raspberries: https://redrazz.orgSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/minimalist-moms-podcast2093/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

May 8, 2017 • 30min
EP14: Prevent the Summer Overwhelm
Let's talk about how to prevent the summer overwhelm. For most families, summer means a completely new schedule and lots of fun activities. We’ll discuss how to plan ahead and enjoy those lazy days of summer. Get all the links and resources mentioned in this show: Show Notes for EP14: Prevent the Summer Overwhelm Or, click here to get the show notes emailed to your inbox each week. Let’s keep the conversation going on our Facebook page or Instagram!Our Sponsors:* Check out Washington Red Raspberries: https://redrazz.orgSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/minimalist-moms-podcast2093/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Apr 24, 2017 • 30min
EP13: Minimizing Your Schedule
This week we discuss how to pare down your schedule. Some minimalists would disagree with maintaining any type of schedule; however, this doesn’t typically work well for mamas. We can’t say yes to everything – so what do we prioritize? Get all the links and resources mentioned in this show: Show Notes for EP13: Minimizing Your Schedule Or, click here to get the show notes emailed to your inbox each week. Let’s keep the conversation going on our Facebook page or Instagram! Our Sponsors:* Check out Washington Red Raspberries: https://redrazz.orgSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/minimalist-moms-podcast2093/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Apr 10, 2017 • 35min
EP12: Digital Minimalism – Parenting with an iPhone
How to stay focused when cell phones and parenting meet. Digital minimalism is mostly distraction management. Minimalism, in general, is a path to focus. We are reducing the number of things we do so we can focus on what’s important. In this episode, we talk about how to avoid retreating into our iPhones when parenting, and how to stay focused when using the phone too. Get all the links and resources mentioned in this show: Show Notes for EP12: Digital Minimalism – Parenting with an iPhone Or, click here to get the show notes emailed to your inbox each week. Let’s keep the conversation going on our Facebook page or Instagram! Our Sponsors:* Check out Washington Red Raspberries: https://redrazz.orgSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/minimalist-moms-podcast2093/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Mar 27, 2017 • 34min
EP11: How to Travel Minimally with Kids
Whether you’re going on spring break or looking ahead to summer travel, we talk about how to travel with kids – the minimalist way. Megan leads the discussion on packing for small children with lessons gleaned from her last summer traveling 12 states and 3,000+ miles in a minivan with her family. Get all the links and resources mentioned in this show: Show Notes for EP11: How to Travel Minimally with Kids Or, click here to get the show notes emailed to your inbox each week. Let’s keep the conversation going on our Facebook page or Instagram! Our Sponsors:* Check out Washington Red Raspberries: https://redrazz.orgSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/minimalist-moms-podcast2093/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Mar 13, 2017 • 59min
EP10: A Minimalist Approach to Becoming Debt-Free
We discuss our approach towards becoming debt-free. We talk about what’s worked, what hasn’t and where we’re still struggling. We give practical tips to encourage you to pursue a debt-free lifestyle. Get all the links and resources mentioned in this show: Show Notes for EP10: A Minimalist Approach to Becoming Debt-Free Or, click here to get the show notes emailed to your inbox each week. Let’s keep the conversation going on our Facebook page or Instagram! Our Sponsors:* Check out Washington Red Raspberries: https://redrazz.orgSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/minimalist-moms-podcast2093/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Feb 27, 2017 • 56min
EP09: You watched the Minimalism Documentary. Now what?
In this episode, we discuss the recent documentary Minimalism: A Documentary About the Important Things. The Minimalists: Joshua Fields Millburn & Ryan Nicodemus present us with a beautiful documentary but what steps do we take moving forward? How do I pursue minimalism that works for me? Get all the links and resources mentioned in this show: Show Notes for EP09: You watched the Minimalism Documentary. Now what? Or, click here to get the show notes emailed to your inbox each week. Let’s keep the conversation going on our Facebook page or Instagram! Our Sponsors:* Check out Washington Red Raspberries: https://redrazz.orgSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/minimalist-moms-podcast2093/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Feb 14, 2017 • 28min
EP08: The Capsule Wardrobe
Megan tells us about her adventures with keeping a capsule wardrobe and gives an easy, 3-step approach to paring down your mom wardrobe and finding what clothing works for you. Get all the links and resources mentioned in this show: Show Notes for EP08: The Capsule Wardrobe Or, click here to get the show notes emailed to your inbox each week. Let’s keep the conversation going on our Facebook page or Instagram! Our Sponsors:* Check out Washington Red Raspberries: https://redrazz.orgSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/minimalist-moms-podcast2093/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jan 30, 2017 • 48min
EP07: A Minimalist Approach to Goal Setting
We discuss how to approach goal setting with minimalism in mind. We believe moms can find a healthy balance between accomplishing their goals and giving themselves grace. Get all the links and resources mentioned in this show: Show Notes for EP07: A Minimalist Approach to Goal Setting Or, click here to get the show notes emailed to your inbox each week. Let’s keep the conversation going on our Facebook page or Instagram! Our Sponsors:* Check out Washington Red Raspberries: https://redrazz.orgSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/minimalist-moms-podcast2093/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Dec 5, 2016 • 25min
EP06: A Very Minimalist Christmas (Part Two)
Join us as we discuss schedule priorities and the real meaning of the Christmas season. Get all the links and resources mentioned in this show: Show Notes for EP06: A Very Minimalist Christmas (Part Two) Or, click here to get the show notes emailed to your inbox each week. Let’s keep the conversation going on our Facebook page or Instagram! Our Sponsors:* Check out Washington Red Raspberries: https://redrazz.orgSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/minimalist-moms-podcast2093/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy