

The Reframe
The Reframe Podcast
Welcome to The Reframe, where we delve into how we can design life on our own terms.
I’m Kathleen, a lawyer and soon-to-be early retiree, here to explore how minimalism, stoicism, and financial independence can help us build lives we love.
Let’s hop off the hedonic treadmill, investigate all those scripts we’ve inherited, and finally discover what brings us joy.
I’m Kathleen, a lawyer and soon-to-be early retiree, here to explore how minimalism, stoicism, and financial independence can help us build lives we love.
Let’s hop off the hedonic treadmill, investigate all those scripts we’ve inherited, and finally discover what brings us joy.
Episodes
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Mar 31, 2025 • 29min
Ep. 44 - Let's Do a Capsule Wardrobe!
Love the idea of a streamlined, mix-and-match, elegant and minimalist wardrobe? But does the idea of paring down forever and finding your One True Style sound like too too much? Then let's do the minimal(ish) version, and try a capsule wardrobe! Listen in for discussion about Project 333 v. 10x10 capsules, selecting your style inspiration words, allocating types of clothing across daily activities, and more.Please reach out: theminimalishmompodcast@gmail.com, or Minimal(ish)Mom on Instagram.

Mar 24, 2025 • 25min
Ep. 43 - FI is Fun/ Making the Journey to Financial Independence A Game
Love the idea of Financial Independence but find it intimidating... or fear it's a killjoy? Tune in to learn how pursuing FI can be fun, and how you'll feel stronger and more confident along the way.Please reach out! Email is theminimalishmompodcast@gmail.com, and Minimal(ish)Mom on Instagram.

Mar 17, 2025 • 16min
Ep. 42 - Let’s Use the Good Stuff — Because Today is Worth Celebrating
Time to haul out the fine fabrics, the bling-y baubles, and all the special things you've been "saving" for some unspecified future time. Today we talk about using our Good Stuff, because today is definitely worth celebrating.Please reach out: Minimalish Mom on Instagram or theminimalishmompodcast@gmail.com

Mar 10, 2025 • 26min
Ep. 41 - What’s Your Money Story?
Our experiences with money as children and young adults shape our earning, spending, and saving throughout the rest of our lives. So let's dive deep on understanding those experiences, and how they shaped us!Please reach out at MinimalishMom on Instagram or theminimalishmompodcast@gmail.com

Mar 3, 2025 • 28min
Ep. 40 - The Joy of Buy It For Life (Or At Least A Very Long Time)
Do you love the idea of buying a classic, well-made piece and keeping it for life? In this episode we discuss whether the buy-it-for-life approach necessitates a high price tag (spoiler alert: it doesn't!), what candidates are for a buy-it-for-life approach, and best practices for maintaining our things for the long term. Plus, a little recommended reading.As always, please reach out: MinimalishMom on Instagram and theminimalishmompodcast@gmail.com.

Feb 24, 2025 • 28min
Ep. 39 - The Art of Reframing: Frugality As Luxury
Join for the second episode in a mini-series on reframing our thinking to enhance our lives.This week, we address the idea of frugality as luxury. What? Ce n'est pas possible! Oh, but it is! Listen in to learn about how we can reframe frugal choices throughout our homes as opportunities for level up our experiences.Please reach out:@MinimalishMom on Instagram, or theminimalishmompodcast@gmail.com.

Feb 17, 2025 • 27min
Ep. 38 - The Art of Reframing: Inconvenience As Opportunity
This week and next, join as we discuss the art of reframing our thinking to enhance our lives.Today’s episode: how can we re-examine minor inconveniences to search for a seed of opportunity — to become stronger, to build our patience, or maybe even… to have fun?Thoughts? Examples? I’d love to hear! Please reach out:@MinimalishMom on Instagram, or theminimalishmompodcast@gmail.com.

Feb 10, 2025 • 57min
Ep. 37 - Stylish Sustainability with Kelly of the Points and Miles Doc
Can a sustainable, Earth-lovin' life also be stylish and adventurous? Can we see the world while saving the planet? Join me for a conversation with Kelly of the Points and Miles Doc as we discuss how to embrace a life you love while also taking care of our planet.Find Kelly on Instagram at @pointsandmilesdoc or on the web at https://www.pointsandmilesdoc.com/ And as always, find me on Instagram at @minimalishmom.

Feb 3, 2025 • 33min
Ep. 36 - Want to Be Financially Free? It’s the Lexus… and the Lattes
Does financial independence seem like a pipe dream? Not only is it more achievable than many people realize, but small changes can make a big difference in how soon you reach it.
Tune in for a discussion of how we can identify low-value spending, ruthlessly slash it, and cut years off our journey to financial independence. The math is simple. The process is fun. And the results are powerful.

Jan 27, 2025 • 38min
Ep. 35 - Who Cares What "They" Say? Embracing Our True Selves in Middle Age
Were you "a pleasure to have in class?" Worry about what "they" will think if you show your true self? In this episode, we talk about the process of shedding those worries in service of becoming the best and most authentic version of yourself.
Whether it's how you spend your money or your time, or how you present yourself in the world, this episode is all about setting aside performative actions and embracing choices that serve your true self.