Minimal-ish: Minimalism, Intentional Living, Motherhood

I talk a lot about aligning our days to our priorities and crafting our days around what matters. I believe this is key in living intentional, purposeful, happy days. But what happens when one of our priorities starts to fall to the back burner? This will inevitably happen as we're not perfect (and we shouldn't strive to be!). When it does happen, I believe it's important to reflect and re evaluate why this is happening and how we can move this thing that we claim is important to us back into focus. Again, it doesn't have to be perfect, but we do want to work towards purpose.  As I reflected on this myself, I realized there were three different reasons this was happening for me. Today I'm sharing these reasons and ways we can combat them and move whatever has fallen out of focus back to it's rightful place in our life.  ---- Links: Make Room - My Online Course to Help You Declutter Your Home and Move Towards Realistic Minimalism in Every Area of Your Life (Use code 20OFF for a limited discount.) Minimal-ish on Instagram Prepdish (2 Free Weeks of meal plans and grocery lists)     Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today I'm coming to you to talk about rhythms and routines PLUS brining on my friend Abby Barstow to talk about systems! Rhythms, routines, and systems are types of structures that can help us create purpose and peace in our everyday life. I personally didn't think this was true until I tried it out and saw the life change that they brought for me.  I share my daily rhythm with you plus where to start when creating rhythms and routines and Abby chats all about her menu planning/ grocery shopping system and where to start when creating systems in your everyday life.  I hope you enjoy this super actionable episode! --- Simple, Purposeful Days Mini Course - Create and Implement Rhythms and Routines in your Everyday Life Systems Mama Blog Systems Mama on Instagram The Podcast Website The Podcast on Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today I have the honor of sharing my interview with Courtney Carver on the podcast! We talked all about the concept of saying no, being less busy, and reclaiming your life. We talk about her journey with minimalism, Project 333 (simplifying your wardrobe) and her new book set to come out next year- you won't want to miss this conversation and her straightforward, actionable thoughts on the subjects we chat about! Links: Be More With Less Courtney Carver on Instagram Project 333 Soulful Simplicity ----- Free 2 week Trial with Prepdish Podcast Website Realistic Minimalism Step by Step Free Resource Podcast Instagram   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today I'm chatting with Rachel Rainbolt of The Sage Family Podcast and Sage Parenting all about her passions - gentle parenting, family adventuring, and natural homeschooling. Rachel is a parenting coach & expert, mom of 3 and natural homeschooling mom, and I absolutely love her focus on family connectedness. We also discuss how minimalism and simplicity plays a role in her family life.    You can find Rachel at the following links: Sage Parenting Website Sage Parenting on Instagram Sage Family Podcast Other Links: Summer Writer's Bundle Minimal-ish on Instagram Minimal-ish Website Make Room Ebook (free guide to getting started with minimalism & intentional living) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I hope you enjoy the second coffee date episode of minimal-ish (you can find coffee date episodes on the last Friday of each month! These episodes are more casual and I ask a set of questions that I use for each coffee date- questions you might ask a friend if you were on a coffee date! Today I'm talking to Adrienne Davis of The Little Minimalists, and we talk about all kinds of things- including simplifying your wardrobe and practical tips to start a lower waste lifestyle! Links: Adrienne on InstagramHttp://Instagram.com/thelittleminimalists     Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode I talk all about the slow living movement, what it means, and ways to move towards slowing down. I also go through some questions from listeners about slowing down with toddlers and slowing down even when our culture tells us to say yes to everything. I approach the idea of being less busy and why it is beneficial to say no. I also go through an exercise to help you actually begin moving towards slow, intentional days.  Links: Chasing Slow by Erin Loechner Your Intentional Summer FREE mini course on minimalism for your days and mindset shifts. The podcast on Instagram Podcast website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This was one of the main concerns on a survey I put out a few weeks back: So many moms felt like they were always cleaning up after everyone, but their house was never clean.   Today I talk about that issue, a few steps to get through it, and a note on having time for the things you care about + the "martyrdom motherhood" narrative.  Check out episode 25 for some notes on cleaning and our mindset around cleaning.  Want to apply realistic minimalism to every area of your life? Check out the Make Room Master Course   Podcast on Instagram Podcast Website Thanks for listening! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today I'm so excited to share my interview with Joshua Becker! We talk about how to start decluttering including: -The easiest place to start (and how) -The hardest places to tackle (and how) -What to do if you don't have the time -Raising kids in a minimal home...and hoping it sticks - Plus more! Links: Becoming Minimalist The More of Less The Minimalist Home --- The Make Room Master Course (enrollment closes June 24th!!) The podcast instagram The podcast website Your Intentional Summer free course   Thank you for listening! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today I talk about my own morning routine, how it has evolved, ways to actually wake up early and find time for yourself, setting up your day intentionally with pillars for a morning routine, and having a morning routine with your family. My morning routine has been a total game changer in creating more intentional days, and I want to help you make this happen for yourself as well! Links: -Your Intentional Summer: A free four day mini course on minimalism for your mindset and your days -minimal-ish on instagram -minimal-ish Facebook group -The Miracle Morning -Savor Devotional Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today I have Jordan Lee Dooley as the guest on the show, and we talk about her book, Own Your Everyday. We focus our conversation on: -Jordan's message behind "Own Your Everyday" and her road to writing a book. -How to overcome imposter syndrome -How minimalism can help you be more productive and creative -The 2 minute rule (don't miss this!) -How to overcome perfectionism by prioritizing Links: -Jordan's Website -Own Your Everyday (her book) -Jordan's Instagram -Making Room Resource - A Free Minimalism Starter Guide Ebook -Podcast Website -Podcast/Desirae's Instagram -Podcast Facebook Group Community -Green Chef Discount   If you're loving the show, give it a quick rating/ review! Thanks so much for listening in!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices