

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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Sep 2, 2024 • 41min
Ep. 14 - The Joys of Gamification
Or... how switching my caffeine source funded a high-end weekend beach trip.
This week, let's discuss how gamifying elements of our finances and home management can add fun while helping us save money and focus on our priorities.

Aug 26, 2024 • 22min
Ep. 13 - Embracing Summer Magic... When Work Doesn't Slow Down
Have a big, busy job that doesn't take a summer slow-down, but you still want to feel the magic of summer? Listen for a tips and tricks on how to embrace the season, even when work hours don't take a dip.

Aug 19, 2024 • 30min
Ep. 12 - Embracing the Can-Do, Beginner Spirit
Let's talk about breaking out of our routines and ruts to learn new skills! We'll discuss the why, how, and what of embracing the can-do spirit to tackle new challenges, from the creative to the practical.

Aug 12, 2024 • 34min
Ep. 11: Developing A Giving Plan
Are you interested in giving more strategically, intentionally, and regularly? Welcome to this week's episode, filled with practical and actionable advice on how to develop a giving plan.

Aug 5, 2024 • 33min
Ep. 10: Creating Our Life Templates
This week we discuss what makes our week days and weekends better, and how to build life templates that support these pursuits. Thanks for tuning in!

Jul 29, 2024 • 22min
Ep. 9: Creating Our Personal Commandments!
This week we explore identifying and living into our "personal commandments" as part of building a more satisfying and joyful life.

Jul 22, 2024 • 15min
Ep. 8: Living Lagom (Meals)
Part 5 of 5 on the Swedish concept of "lagom" or "just the right amount."

Jul 15, 2024 • 29min
Ep. 7: Living Lagom (Relationships)
Part 4 of 5 on the Swedish concept of "lagom" or "just the right amount."

Jul 8, 2024 • 29min
Ep. 6: Living Lagom (Clothing)
Part 3 of a 5 part series on Living Lagom -- the Swedish concept of "just the right amount."

Jul 1, 2024 • 33min
Ep. 5: Living Lagom (Finances)
Part 2 of a 5 part series on Living Lagom -- the Swedish concept of "just the right amount."