The Next Right Thing

Shauna Niequist, a celebrated writer and author known for her works on authenticity and connection, shares her journey of stepping off the autopilot of life fueled by fear and caffeine. They discuss the transformative power of writing and journaling for self-awareness, as well as the significance of mindful everyday practices in fostering spiritual connection. Shauna also highlights how embracing minimalism can lead to a more peaceful life, and reflects on the joys of being a beginner through personal growth and new beginnings.

Delve into the art of decision-making as listeners explore how to discern whether to say yes to new opportunities. The conversation highlights self-awareness as a crucial element in evaluating choices, urging reflection on personal values. Discover a practical framework that includes reflective questions to guide decisions. Notable stories of personal alignment and discernment add depth, making it easier to navigate the uncertainty between a clear yes and no in life's many invitations.

This summer, I'm re-airing some of my favorite decision making episodes. This one originally aired on June 13, 2023. In today's episode, I'll be sharing some of my favorite summer-time decisions and then we get to hear from YOU! If you're already feeling in a summer rut, I hope these ideas will help if you find you need a little extra inspiration heading into summertime. Listen in. LINKS + RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE: Episode 181: A Soul Minimalist's Guide to Summer Episode 229: A Blessing for the Graduates The Quiet Collection app Order The Next Right Thing Guided Journal Grab a copy of my book The Next Right Thing Find me on Instagram @emilypfreeman Leave a review on Apple Podcasts Download The Quiet Collection app Join The Soul Minimalist Substack Order a How to Walk into a Room Download the free discussion guide for How to Walk into a Room by visiting this page and clicking the button "Discussion Guide" Download the transcript

This summer, I'm re-airing some of my favorite decision making episodes. This one originally aired on January 11, 2022. What do we do when our next right thing is to wait for an indefinite amount of time or to hope in the face of what seems to be an impossible situation? Listen in. LINKS + RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE: A Hidden Wholeness by Parker Palmer Order The Next Right Thing Guided Journal Grab a copy of my book The Next Right Thing Find me on Instagram @emilypfreeman Leave a review on Apple Podcasts Download The Quiet Collection app Join The Soul Minimalist Substack Order a How to Walk into a Room Download the free discussion guide for How to Walk into a Room by visiting this page and clicking the button "Discussion Guide" Download the transcript

Dive into the intricacies of decision-making as the hosts unravel the spectrum between 'yes' and 'no'. Discover the power of clarity and align your choices with personal values. Explore how to move away from binary thinking towards a more nuanced understanding of desires. Get inspired by insights on distinguishing between a simple 'yes' and a resounding 'hell yes' while reflecting on past decisions. Learn to gracefully say no and prioritize what truly matters in your life.

It's time for our seasonal episode of What's Saving My Life Right Now. I'll be sharing the things that are life-giving to me during this current spring season and I'll encourage you to make your own list. It could be anything from a favorite product to a spiritual practice, a fun new show, or a meaningful relationship. When it comes to naming what we love this spring, everything counts. So what's saving your life right now? Here's what's saving mine. Listen in. LINKS + RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE: Cue the Sun! by Emily Nussbaum Slow Productivity by Cal Newport Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets by J.K. Rowling Feeding The Soul by Tabitha Brown The Undoing of Saint Silvanus by Beth Moore The Wedding People by Alison Espach Secrets of a Charmed Life by Susan Meissner Love Life by Rob Lowe Liturgies for Resisting Empire by Kat Armas Leave a review on Apple Podcasts Download The Quiet Collection app Join The Soul Minimalist Substack Order a How to Walk into a Room Download the free discussion guide for How to Walk into a Room by visiting this page and clicking the button "Discussion Guide" Download the transcript

Today, I'm so glad to talk with author, speaker, and friend, Niki Hardy. Niki is the author of three books, including her latest, God, Can We Chat?, in which she writes about doubt and faith at the same time. Whether you're a doubting believer, a believing doubter, or you're not quite sure, we're going to get into what happens when we come to the intersection of faith, doubt, and skepticism. I hope you'll listen in. LINKS + RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE: Order God, Can We Chat? by Niki Hardy Visit Niki's website Follow Niki on Instagram Find Niki on Substack Download The Quiet Collection app Join The Soul Minimalist Substack Order a How to Walk into a Room Download the free discussion guide for How to Walk into a Room by visiting this page and clicking the button "Discussion Guide" Download the transcript

It's the last week of April and before the month gets away from me, I wanted to have a short birthday episode for you to return to when your birthday rolls around. For today's episode I'll keep it short and sweet with just 4 questions you can ask yourself during your birthday week. Listen in. LINKS + RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE: Episode 272: A Soul Minimalist's Guide to Your Birthday Download The Quiet Collection app Join The Soul Minimalist Substack Order a How to Walk into a Room Download the free discussion guide for How to Walk into a Room by visiting this page and clicking the button "Discussion Guide"

Today I'm so glad to talk with bookstore owner and brand new author Annie B. Jones. Annie owns The Bookshelf, an independent bookstore in downtown Thomasville Georgia, and she's the host of From the Front Porch, the store's conversational podcast about books, small business, and life in the South. Annie talks about books, sells books, and now she's written one of her own. It's called Ordinary Time: Lessons Learned While Staying Put, and it releases into the world on this very day, April 22. Annie challenges the idea that loud lives are the ones that matter most and reminds us that we don't have to leave the lives we have in order to have the lives of which we've always dreamed. Not only do I commend this book to you, I also wrote the forward where I talk even more about my admiration for both Annie as a person and as a writer. Today we're going to get into what could be magical about a quiet, ordinary life. I hope you'll listen in. LINKS + RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE: Ordinary Time by Annie B. Jones Follow Annie on Instagram Visit The Bookshelf website Download The Quiet Collection app Join The Soul Minimalist Substack Order a How to Walk into a Room Download the free discussion guide for How to Walk into a Room by visiting this page and clicking the button "Discussion Guide" Download the transcript

As Holy Week unfolds, the discussion delves into the journey through darkness before the light of Easter. The transformative power of confronting personal struggles is highlighted, emphasizing that difficulties can lead to unexpected gifts. Drawing on insights from Barbara Brown Taylor's work, the reflection encourages embracing challenges to foster true growth and freedom. This is a time to recognize that walking through the dark is not just about hardship, but also about discovery and renewal.