Today I'm bringing you a message that has been on my heart for a while now - we're talking all about the false promise of the perfectly tidy home and what actually matters more. How do we allow ourselves to rest when we've been so used to spinning our wheels to become "more minimal" or find the best systems for our home?We also talk about the cost of all the magic making during the holiday season, and I bring you a quick black friday pep talk.This episode is my holiday message to you! I hope you enjoy it and find yourself encouraged by it!Links:Your Minimal-ish HolidaysDesirae on InstagramSponsors:This episode is sponsored by Better Help. Go to betterhelp.com/minimalish to get 10% off your first month.Thank you to TN Dickinson's for sponsoring this episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today we're getting back to basics and talking all things organization, with decluttering being an important step in the process. Janelle Williams is my guest today. She's a professional organizer, published author and speaker, and she really brings us mindset shifts when it comes to getting and STAYING organized.Today's episode will give you a deep why for inspiration along with steps to help you get started. This episode is perfect for beginners and those already in the midst of their journey. We also touch on having a less cluttered holiday season!Links:Janelle on InstagramJanelle's BookJanelle's websiteYour Minimal-ish HolidaysDesirae on InstagramSponsor:Get fit and feel your best - go to go.mycopilot.com/minimalish Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today is the perfect episode to press play and do a 20-30 minute mini decluttering session along with me! We're talking about decluttering the toys, and I also go on a little rabbit trail and share my recent decluttering project with you: my entry way, which also included some toys.Like each Declutter with Me episode, I walk you through my own decluttering, and then I share some tips for your decluttering session. Today's episode is a special edition, because I actually read through Day 12 of Your Minimal-ish Holidays, my 30 day holiday guided journal. This is one of the six days of the decluttering challenge that is included in the journal, and it of course focuses on toys.I hope you enjoy today's shorter, yet actionable episode!If you want more on toys, here is an episode to listen to as you continue your decluttering journey: Decluttering WITH Your KidsLinks:Your Minimal-ish HolidaysDesirae on InstagramPodcast WebsiteSponsors:Thanks to Indeed for sponsoring today's show! Get a 75$ job credit when you sponsor your job post at indeed.com/minimalish. Terms and Conditions Apply Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How do we get intentional about the way we give (and even receive) our gifts as we get closer to the holiday season? Today I'm talking about this topic with Rachael Classi, founder and CEO of Tiny Earth Toys. Rachael shares about Tiny Earth's toy rental subscription which is a great way to get intentional about what's under our trees, but we also talk about our own experiences with gift exchanges with extended family, the struggle of worrying our kids will disappointed when our gifts under the tree align with our values (aka, there's not a ton of them), and how we've tried new things and chosen to be more intentional throughout the years.I hope you come out of this episode with new ideas for gift giving in a way that won't stress you out and will align with your values this holiday season.You can also grab a copy of Your Intentional Holidays to help you out with planning this aspect of the holidays, among with making the entire season more intentional.Links:Tiny Earth ToysTiny Earth Toys on InstagramDesirae on InstagramYour Intentional HolidaysPodcast WebsiteSponsors:Today's episode is sponsored by Better Help. Get 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/minimalish.Thank you to TN Dickinson's for being a sponsor of today's episode. You can find their products on Amazon and at major retailers including Walgreens, Walmart, Target, CVS, and Rite Aid. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today I have Joey Odom, Cofounder of Aro, on the podcast to talk all about the importance of changing our habits with our phones. Many of us know our habits with picking up our phones and scrolling so often are harming us and our relationships in some way, but it can be difficult to change these habits. Joey brings plenty of research to this conversation to help us build a deep why for working towards real habit change in this area. We talk about practical tips for changing the habit in ourselves, but also in our older kids if they are struggling with their relationships with their phones as well.This conversation is full of hard truths, but also tons of grace. As parents, it's so important that we get intentional about our phone usage and create an example for our kids. I hope you'll listen in and be inspired and encouraged today in this extremely relevant topic.Links:Your Minimal-ish HolidaysAro WebsiteAro PodcastAro on InstagramDesirae on InstagramPodcast WebsiteSponsors:This episode is sponsored by Better Help: Get 10% off your first episode at betterhelp.com/minimalishThanks to Factor for Sponsoring today's episode: Head to factormeals.com/minimalish50 and use code minimalish50 to get 50% off. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today we have a hybrid episode: part solo episode/ part guest episode. I'm bringing you all of my tips for a minimal-ish postpartum, and I'm also bringing on a guest, Dr. Nicole Sparks, board certified OBGYN, to talk about simplifying postpartum care and her biggest tips for new moms.We go through the four pillars of Minimal-ish living and apply them to postpartum life in today's episode. If you're going through the postpartum period, or will be postpartum in the near future, I hope this episode brings you some helpful tips in what can be a difficult season!Links:TN Dickinson's Witch HazelDr. Nicole Sparks WebsiteDr. Sparks on InstagramDr. Sparks on TiktokDesirae on InstagramPodcast websiteGet a copy of Your Minimal-ish Holidays: A More Intentional Season in 30 Days Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today we are talking all about having more fun! My guest, Catherine Price, is the author of How to Break up with Your Phone and The Power of Fun: How to Feel Alive Again.Catherine's Website and Courses - Use code MINIMALISM15 for 15% off!The Power of Fun: How to Feel Alive AgainPodcast WebsiteDesirae on InstagramYour Minimal-ish Holidays Launch TeamSponsors:Copilot: Start feeling your best today. Use the link go.mycopilot.com/minimalish to get your 14 day free trial!Indeed: Get a 75 dollar credit when you sponsor your job post at indeed.com/minimalish Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today we have a special edition of "Declutter with Me." I'll be walking you through my problem areas in my own kitchen and my thought process when I come across items I'm unsure if I want to keep or declutter. I'll also guide you through a kitchen maintenance declutter before we get to the holiday season. The kitchen is not only the heart of the home- I'd argue it's also the heart of the holiday season.What makes this a special edition of the "Declutter with Me" series? I'm reading an excerpt from Your Minimal-ish Holidays, a holiday guided journal that I'll be releasing on October 17th. This excerpt is, of course, on kitchen decluttering and is part of the 6 day decluttering challenge that can be found in the journal.Links:Desirae on InstagramPodcast WebsiteJoin the Your Minimal-ish Holidays launch team!Love journaling? Check out Simple Morning ListsSponsor:Mylio Photos: Organize your photos with the free Mylio Photos app at mylio.com/minimalish Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today we have a minimalism story from Korie Veidel, a wife and mom to two who was propelled into minimalism through a series of really devastating events in her life. As she first started out in minimalism, she and her husband went to the extreme. They even lived in a tiny home as they were starting their family. As her family grew, her view on minimalism shifted. Today she shares her story including how and why she lives with less, what she has learned from minimalism throughout the years, her journey with social media, her tips for getting started with minimalism, and more.I hope you enjoy this conversation and are as encouraged by it as I was!Links:Desirae on InstagramPodcast WebsiteSponsor:Factor: Head to factormeals.com/minimalish50 and use code minimalish50 to get 50% off. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today is Minimal-ish's 200th episode! It's time to stop and celebrate, as we have quite a few milestones to celebrate! At the beginning of September it was Minimal-ish's 5 year birthday, we crossed 3 million downloads, and now we're on our 200th episode! In today's episode, I'm sharing the story of minimal-ish - how it came to be, the valleys and mountains along the way, and where it's going. I'll also share the top downloaded episodes, my favorite moments on the show, and 5 things I learned about minimalism in 5 years. I loved recording this episode and I am beyond grateful for you for being here! Thank you for listening in. Minimal-ish would not exist without you!Links:Desirae on InstagramPodcast WebsiteTop Episode Links:-Declutter with Me - Your Clothes-Declutter and Organize Your Closet with Me + 6 Questions to Ask Yourself to help you Declutter Anything-Why is minimalism so life changing?-Simple Ways to Start Changing Your Shopping Habits (Bring Less into Your Home)-Benefits of Minimalism for Parents-Impactful mindset shifts for minimalism with Dawn Madsen of the minimal momSimplifying "Sticking to" your Budget + Tips for Your Grocery Budget Woes with Carly of Debt Free MomHow to Hygge this Winter + Holiday Season with Diane in DenmarkHow and Where to Start Decluttering (even when you're busy) with Joshua Becker - Minimal-ish Replay #1Peaceful Productivity & Planning our Days around Our Priorities with Jess MasseyMessy Minimalism: Make Minimalism Your Own (without the perfectionism) with Rachelle CrawfordMy favorite Episode Links:On Letting Go of Old Seasons and Embracing the Next with Shauna NiequistConnecting with our Kids through Learning + Simplified Early Homeschooling with Erin LoechnerEpisodes with Kat Steck / Junkyard JournalsMinimalism Stories Episodes Mentioned:Leah FranklinMary SimpsonEmily McDermottSponsor:Mylio Photos: Download the free app at mylio.com/minimalish Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices