Paring Down: Realistic minimalism, decluttering, & intentional living

211: The Effective, Accessible Remedy for a Struggling Mind with Rio Wilson

I wanted someone who isn't just pointing out that movement is good for our mental health, but who's actually doing something to help us bridge that gap. So today we hav

210: Saying No to Tempting New Things with New York Times Editor, Eric Athas

New York Times editor and author Eric Athas joins me today to explore why we’re so drawn to new things, and the way our modern world has amplified our desire for more. W

209: What "Just In Case" Items to Keep & the Time I Recorded a Music Album in India

Here's what you'll find in this week's mini episode, a.k.a. Chai Chat! I answer: 1. Are there any valid reasons for keeping something just in case? 2. What are some o

208: Can We Survive without Smart Phones? with Andrew Dugan

What happens when you stop letting your phone dictate your attention? Andrew Dugan joins me to share his journey from smartphone dependency to creating a minimalist smart

207: My Involuntary Staunch Minimalism in Finland

Finally—I'm recording from our brand new home in Rauma, Finland! And I'm spilling all the details about our first month living with (almost) none of our stuff while it ma

206: How to Ask for Help with Decluttering, My Biggest Surprise About Finland, & Robotic Lawn Mowers

Here's what you'll find in this week's mini episode, a.k.a. Chai Chat! I answer: 1. Any tips on asking for help? I feel like I want/need someone for support to get mom

205: Figuring Out a Realistic Fitness Routine with Olivia Young

For those of us who aren't fitness junkies, it can be hard to figure out good fitness routines that don't feel overwhelming, inconsequential, or like one more thing on ou

204: How to Stop Feeling Behind on Your To-Do List with Megan Sumrell

Most of us need a to-do list to survive, but there's one major issue with them that productivity expert Megan Sumrell helps us unpack today: To-do lists are not a plan.

203: How to Get Past Decluttering the Same Spots, Lindsay Clancy, & Our First Week in Finland

Here's what you'll find in this week's mini episode, a.k.a. Chai Chat! I answer: 1. How do I get past feeling stuck doing the same spots (table, couch, entry) over and

202: Which Teeth Whitening Products to Avoid & Do You Really Need to Floss Daily? with Dr. Sanya Arora

I learned SO MUCH today! I sat down with Dr. Sanya Arora to get real about what's actually happening with our oral health. From flossing myths to the truth about whiten

201: Declutter by House Hushing with Myquillyn Smith

What a TREAT! New York Times bestselling author Myquillyn Smith is on today's episode to help us declutter through a term she's coined House Hushing. (Also the title of h

200: Decluttered but Still Overwhelmed, What I Changed My Mind About, & Meal Trains

Here's what you'll find in this week's mini episode, a.k.a. Chai Chat! I answer: 1. What do I do if I’m organized, decluttered, and use everything I have but I’m still

199: Separating Health from Weight with Zoë Bisbing

I asked my followers who I should talk to about separating weight from health, and one name kept coming up. Zoë Bisbing is a psychotherapist specializing in body image an

198: Cleaning Tips that Don't Feel Too Extreme with Morgan Flores

I sat down with professional house cleaner Morgan Flores, and she gave me permission to stop feeling guilty about my imperfect floor boards…while giving us tips to keep t

197: Decluttering Collectibles, Who I'd Switch Lives With, & Bribing Children

Here's what you'll find in this week's mini episode, a.k.a. Chai Chat! I answer: 1. What about collectibles? Hubby collects…everything? 2. If you could switch lives w

196: Ivy League Attorney Advice on How to Advocate for Your Health with Rayna Rayford

Attorney Rayna Reid Rayford and I are old friends from Miss New York, and she’s become a powerful force for maternal advocacy. Today, you’ll hear how Rayna turned her own

195: How Decluttering Reflects Our Values

If you want to get in the mood to declutter, look no further than this episode! Today, I’m doing something a little different by sharing an episode I did on the Moms Over

194: When Do I "Arrive" at Decluttered?, Scheduling Around PMDD, & Living in the Grey

Here's what you'll find in this week's mini episode, a.k.a. Chai Chat! I answer: 1. I’ve been at it for so long but still feel far from minimal/pared down enough- when

193: Building an Empire of 10 Million Followers While Living with Chronic Illness with Rachel Farnsworth

Rachel Farnsworth is an absolute force with over 10 million social media followers and her wildly successful brand, The Stay at Home Chef. But her chronic health journey

192: A Better Way to Plan Your Fall & School Year with Danielle McGeough

If the busyness of the start of fall and a new school year stresses you out, today’s conversation with Danielle McGeough is for you!  We cover: The difference between