Minimal-ish: Minimalism, Intentional Living, Motherhood

Today I'm bringing you a solo episode where I'm getting very real about why minimalism isn't going as planned in this current season. If you feel a similar struggle, I hope this episode helps you reflect and move forward!Sponsors:Hungryroot: Get 40% off your first box and get a free item in every box at hungryroot.com/minimalish with code minimalish.Lumen: Head to lumen.me/minimalish to get 15% off your Lumen.Calm: Calm is offering an exclusive offer of 40% off a Calm Premium Subscription at calm.com/minimalish. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Today I’m bringing you the next Monthly Experiment where I’m reflecting on this past month’s journey to tackle our families budget. Spoiler alert: it did not go as planned. But I’m sharing a lot about how I’ve been reframing my mindset around “failed goals” in this season and reflecting on why it didn’t go well and how we’re moving forward.I’m also giving a little update on my first monthly experiment and how it’s evolved over the last few months, including an update on my recent diagnosis with PCOS. Links from this episode: Ep 266: Monthly Experiment #1: Healthier Habits Desirae on Instagram Minimal-ish Podcast Website Sponsor: Hungryroot: Get 40% off your first box and a free item in every box at hungryroot.com/minimalish with code minimalish. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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In this solo episode, I’m reflecting on my first monthly experiment in intentional living—focusing on healthier habits. At the start of the year, I was inspired by my conversation with Tyler Moore of Tidy Dad to approach New Year’s goals differently, leading me to start this Monthly Experiments series. Instead of setting rigid resolutions, I’ve been choosing one area of life to focus on each month. For January, that meant tracking simple habits like movement, hydration, and paying attention to what I’m consuming.I’ll share what worked, what didn’t, and how this experiment has shaped my mindset around actually sticking to my wellness goals. Come along while I chat about progress over perfection, finding joy in small wins, and embracing this healthier living as a form of self-care rather than pressure.Links from this episode: Minimalish Ep 260 with Tidy Dad Desirae on Instagram Minimal-ish Podcast Website Sponsor:Hungryroot: Get 40% off your first box plus a free item in every box for life at hungryroot.com/minimalish Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, I am honored to sit down and speak with author and speaker Carlos Whittaker to chat about his latest book, Reconnected, and his eye-opening 7-week experiment living in a monk community—completely off screens. We dive deep into what he learned about solitude, slowing down + savoring, being present, and finding true connection (and balance) in a digital world, but also shares so many quick and practical takeaways that he’s implemented since this experiment.As we kick off a new year filled with resolutions and the pressure to “do it all,” this conversation is such a timely reminder to prioritize intentionality, step away from the noise, and embrace a simpler way of living + connecting with our family. Links from this episode: Carlos on Instagram Order ‘Reconnected: How 7 Screen-Free Weeks with Monks and Amish Farmers Helped Me Recover the Lost Art of Being Human (his newest book that launched Fall 2024) The Carlos Whittaker Podcast Carlos' Website Desirae on Instagram Minimal-ish Podcast Website More episodes on less screens: Ep 261: Minimalism Story: Smart Phone to Flip Phone with Abby Brennan Ep 235: A Life More Engaging Than The Algorithm - Living a Low(er) Tech Life with Erin Loechner Ep 205: Change Your Relationship with Your Phone and Connect More with Your People with Joey Odom Ep 191: Unplugging: Digital Minimalism, screen-free activities, prioritizing in-person community, and modeling phone habits with Claudia Erickson Sponsors:Hungryroot: Get 40% off your first box PLUS get a free item in every box for life. Go to hungryroot.com/minimalish or use code minimalish.Calm: Get 40% off your premium subscription at calm.com/minimalish Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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In today's episode, I'm bringing you a quick preview of what 2025 will look like on Minimal-ish, plus letting you in on an extended solo episode series I'm excited about. I hope you'll join me in some monthly "experiments!"Sponsors:Hungryroot: Get 40% off your first box PLUS get a free item in every box for life at hungryroot.com/minimalish with code minimalish.Manscaped: Get 20% off + free shipping with the code MINIMALISH at Manscaped.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today on the podcast, we’re diving into another Minimalism Story with special guest Abby Brennan. Abby is a mom of two, wife, writer, and project manager who has embraced simplicity and sustainability in both her home and digital experiences. She talks about her transition from smartphone to flip phone and the impact of reducing screen time on her creativity and family life.If starting or continuing to pursue minimalism is on your list for 2025, or you’ve just been curious about a simpler + more intentional life with less screens, this episode is for you.Links from this episode: Abby on Instagram Abby’s Website Desirae on Instagram Minimal-ish Podcast Website More Episodes on Screen Time: Ep 235: A Life More Engaging Than The Algorithm - Living a Low(er) Tech Life with Erin Loechner Ep 191: Unplugging: Digital Minimalism, screen-free activities, prioritizing in-person community, and modeling phone habits with Claudia Erickson More Minimalism Stories: Ep 252: Minimalism Stories with Sami Townsend Ep 220: Minimalism Stories with Jordan Jones Ep 201: Minimalism Stories - From Extreme Minimalism (+ tiny house living) to Minimal-ish with Korie Veidel Ep 192: Minimalism Stories with Leah Franklin  Sponsors:Calm - Stress less, sleep more, and live better with Calm. For listeners of our show, Calm is offering 40% off a Calm Premium Subscription at calm.com/MINIMALISH. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices