הפודקאסטים הטובים ביותר ב-Ash Brianna (2024)

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46: How We Decluttered Our Garage 39:04

2d ago39:04

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Ask and you shall receive! When I polled the audience a few weeks ago about areas you'd like to declutter, lots of you said that your garage or your basement were hanging over your heads. Sometimes these huge projects can feel impossible, so we never start them out of a state of overwhelmed paralyzation. I hope today's episode gives you the encoura…

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45: Determining Your Priorities with Ashli Pollard 51:36

5d ago51:36

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Paring down what's important in our life sounds nice and all, but HOW? So often, pretty much everything feels important. We'd love to say that not everything is a priority, but most of the time it can feel anxiety-provoking to not *do it all.* Business owner (x5) Ashli Pollard is at the top of her field - her agency working with celebs from Brooke …

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44: Brainstorming Solutions to Clutter Problem Areas 33:27

16d ago33:27

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Do you have an area of your house that can't seem to stay decluttered or organized no matter what you do? Same. Today I walk you through the four biggest clutter problem areas in my own home, and hope that you find inspiration as I brainstorm how to keep the clutter at bay! Paring Down Podcast Instagram: ⁠⁠@paring_down⁠ Paring Down Website: ⁠theexp…

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43: Creating Household Rhythms to Foster Peace with Ben & Brianna Folkman 51:00

23d ago51:00

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One of the most efficient ways to simplify your life so your life becomes exponentially easier is to implement household rhythms. Each new rhythm (i.e. routine, habit, etc,) takes away the mental load of problem-solving and decision fatigue. When you don't have to think through what to do, you're left with way more brain space and a lot less stress…

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42: 15 Ways to Spend Less Money 38:32

30d ago38:32

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This episode doesn't list things to avoid temptation, like unfollow influencers or take the Amazon Prime app off your phone - though those are great ways to save money! Instead, we're talking about actionable steps that will save you money - from small choices to big life decisions. Why should we bother paring down our spending? Does spending less …

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41: Timeless Truths About Simplicity with Suzanne Johnson 50:02

1M ago50:02

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How do you know an idea is true? That's a pretty big question, but I've found that the best way to know if an idea is worth exploring is to find out how long it's been around. Because, as Mark Twain famously said, "There's no such thing as a new idea." Sage wisdom usually comes in the form of a repetitive idea that respected spiritual and thought l…

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40: Managing Your Busy Schedule Using Time Blocking 32:26

1M ago32:26

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What do you do when there just aren't enough hours in the day? I've got you! Time blocking might sound intimidating, but in this episode I break down exactly how to block out your schedule in order to - avoid burnout - accomplish your goals - avoid time-sucking distractions This episode also covers brain-dumping and checklists, which are tools you …

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39: How Living with Less Inspires Generosity with Ultralight Backpacker Glen Van Peski 57:28

2M ago57:28

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The benefits of living with less can be discovered through as many avenues as there are people - and today, we hear how ultralight backpacking was the catalyst for Glen Van Peski to embrace a lighter load in his every day life. Glen's wilderness stories are inspiring (I can't help but laugh at his hiking story with Matthew McConaughey), but his les…

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38: A Shame-Free & Intentional Approach to Screen Time for Kids 44:04

2M ago44:04

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Screen time is a really sensitive subject. I cover why these sensitivities are important to respect and address in the beginning of this episode - there are very real dynamics that have NOTHING to do with how much parents love their kids as to why some families use more screen time than others. With that in mind, decluttering and minimalism are roo…

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37: Curating Simple & Ethical Closets with Lacey Woodroof 1:05:00

2M ago1:05:00

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I don't know about you, but I want getting dressed to feel easy. I want to feel good in my clothes, no matter how casual or dressy the occasion. I don't want to feel overwhelmed by choices or frustrated that I have "nothing to wear." I also want to know that my closet isn't a result of someone else in this world barely scraping by. Cheap clothes th…

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36: 20 Habits of the Home to Prevent Overwhelm 44:30

2M ago44:30

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Want to avoid that terrible feeling when your house just feels like this giant weight on your shoulder? There's laundry to fold, the counters have stuff all over them, your closet looks like a tornado ran through it, and the inside of your microwave looks like a murder scene. On today's episode, I walk you through 20 general habits you can begin to…

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35: Making Unconventional Choices to Live More Intentionally with Sona Avetisyan 45:47

3M ago45:47

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Ready to get personal? Living with less goes a LOT deeper than having a less stressful, decluttered home. This week's guest, Sona Avetisyan, is a professional organizer whose focus on intentional living is deeply reflected in her own life. Sona shares about her own journey of discovering what she actually cares about - even though it's counter cult…

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34: The Pitfall of Too Much Backstock 28:47

3M ago28:47

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For the sake of savings and convenience, so many of us fall into the trap of keeping too much backstock in our homes. It's become all too common to treat our homes as a store, instead of letting stores be the store and our homes be our home - with just enough that we need for daily living inside it. So what IS the right amount of backstock? We'll e…

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33: Slowing Down Our Lives with Stephanie Seferian 55:38

3M ago55:38

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The question we often forget to ask ourselves even though it is central to our wellbeing: Is this working for me? Does this pace of life feel good? Am I spending my time how I’d like? Are my routines helping me or cycles I’d like to break out of? If our basic needs like food and shelter are met, then where we spend our time is up to us! Sometimes i…

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32: Finding the Time to Declutter 39:45

3M ago39:45

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"How do you find the time to declutter?" I hear this question on repeat - and I get it! Between kids and jobs and just...life...it's hard to find time to eat a meal sometimes, much less tackle decluttering the house. So I hope this episode gives you some ideas of how to find the time as I share what has worked for me during 3 different stages in my…

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31: Taking Messy Action with Sarah Horgan 46:47

4M ago46:47

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Well, folks. It happened. My first tears on the podcast. Sarah Horgan of the Simple & Intentional Podcast is one of those people who makes you feel completely seen and heard, and I am so grateful we had such a personal and honest conversation. Sarah's story of being diagnosed with Stage 4 cancer 10 years ago and how that led her to live a more inte…

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30: Minimalish Lessons Learned from Van Life [Paring Down Travel Miniseries] 37:42

4M ago37:42

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FIFTY-EIGHT SQUARE FEET, people. It's nuts and we love it! This week I share with you a bit more behind-the-scenes of van life in our camper van that is 58 square feet of "living" space, and how spending time in such close quarters with 5 humans and 2 dogs really highlights the beauty of living with less. I also offer some tips and ideas for your n…

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29: Paring Down Flight Anxiety with J.D. Oliver [Paring Down Travel Miniseries] 54:16

4M ago54:16

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You do NOT want to miss this one, you guys. While this podcast primarily focuses on paring down our belongings to declutter our homes, I like to branch out a bit every now and then to pare down different beliefs, anxieties, and ideas we have on a variety of subjects in order to help us move through the world with less stress and more peace. Well, f…

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28: Ask a Flight Attendant + Flying with Kids with Caroline Bright [Paring Down Travel Miniseries] 48:26

4M ago48:26

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What if my kid needs to pee when the fasten seatbelt sign is on? What should I bring to entertain my kids on a flight? Also, what exactly is the role of a flight attendant? From their perspective, what are basic dos and don'ts of air travel? You will LOVE this enlightening and fun conversation with former Miss Vermont, year-9 flight attendant for a…

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27: Traveling Light with Kira K. Dixon [Paring Down Travel Miniseries] 33:23

4M ago33:23

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Paring Down Travel is a miniseries I’ve wanted to bring you since the moment The Paring Down Podcast was conceptualized. Particularly air travel. And I KNEW I had to bring on Miss America 2015 and sports broadcaster, Kira K. Dixon. Kira is one of my personal fashion icons and manages to always look amazing and unique while traveling 30 weeks a year…

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26: What to Do With Gifts That Are Clutter 40:32

5M ago40:32

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"What do I do with all the stuff other people give me and the kids?" Whew, this is a BIG one. It's a nuanced topic, but I hope you find nuggets of help-- both practical and mindset-driven-- as we walk through 5 different types of gifts we receive from other people. From holidays to hand-me-downs, I share with you best practices that have helped me …

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25: Releasing Shame When Decluttering with ADHD with Elena Willitts 58:43

5M ago58:43

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Our brains don't all work the same way, so we won't have the same experience decluttering and managing our homes! Elena Willits, host of the Kind Organizing Podcast, shares her own experience with ADHD and how it has shown up in her journey to create a peaceful living space. With vulnerability and practicality, Elena talks us through feelings of sh…

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24: Decluttering Photos On Our Phones and In Our Homes 42:18

5M ago42:18

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You only get to find out how many photos are on my phone if you listen to the podcast! Haha...but seriously, it's embarrassing. I'm learning right along with you in this episode, offering strategies for how to go through an overwhelming number of photos, and best ways to organize them once we declutter.We also dive a bit deeper into the importance …

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23: Making Space for Things and People We Love with Aubrey High 51:49

5M ago51:49

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Can you imagine your family living with your in-laws AND your parents? Certified Organizer Aubrey High knows and chose this experience, and once you hear her speak, you'll know why it works. It's such a PLEASURE to talk with someone who has such a deep sense of self-awareness, empathy, and intention. Aubrey shares with us her family's unique decisi…

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22: Doom Piles & Mail 29:08

6M ago29:08

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Piles are the enemy's favorite weapon. (Is that too dramatic? It is. But let's go with it.) The enemy: Stress caused by a cluttered, messy home. Piles are a sneaky weapon because they're the bad guy *undercover.* Most piles start out with good intention. We think the piles are on our side. Like items are set aside together: Organization! We're keep…

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21: Influencer Culture & Finding Contentment with Yeli Heidecker 44:07

6M ago44:07

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With raw honesty, Yeli Heidecker shares her personal story that led to her decision to fully declutter her home today on the podcast. This is one of those episodes that will feel deeply relatable. It's so easy to start striving for what our culture calls successful-- the new car, the bigger home-- only to find out that those things don't bring more…

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20: Kid Stuff: Sentimental, Educational, Practical, & Private 36:07

6M ago36:07

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This is your sign to DM me and let me know if there's ever a topic you want me to cover on the podcast! I love it! Today's episode is a compilation of requests that all revolved around kid stuff in some form or fashion. From "What do I do about children's books when they mean so much to me??" to "How do I help declutter my older kids' stuff when I …

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19: Decluttering as a Couple with Aaron Leyko [Paring Down Relationships Miniseries] 57:29

6M ago57:29

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It's about to get REAL, y'all!! My husband, Aaron, is on the show with me today. Coming at you from my side of the closet, we share things we've done well and things we've learned the hard way when it comes to decluttering as a couple. Aaron is a natural maximalist when it comes to stuff...he wants to keep ALL of it. (And can tell you exactly why!)…

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18: Seven Things I've Learned About Love [Paring Down Relationships Miniseries] 40:35

7M ago40:35

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Am I the only one who loves a good love story? Well, I hope not, because that's what I'm dishing up on the podcast today...sort of. More like, I'm sharing some love stories gone wrong while I was dating in my 20s. Specifically, my seven most influential relationships before meeting my husband. SEVEN, SHANNON?! (Clutches pearls.) That wasn't even al…

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17: When Our Partner Doesn't Want to Declutter with Dr. Tracy Dalgleish [Paring Down Relationships Miniseries] 53:51

7M ago53:51

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This episode is a BIG one!! It will be answering the #1 question I get in DMs: What do I do if my partner won't declutter? Not only will it answer this question, it features the one and only Dr. Tracy Dalgleish, world renowned psychologist and couples therapist. Using her 20 years of clinical experience, Tracy walks us through - how to approach our…

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16: Permission to Declutter with Jane Conroy 48:31

7M ago48:31

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Have you ever felt stuck, then heard someone say "It's okay to do what you need to do"... and you feel this big weight lifted from your chest? Sometimes, all we need is for someone to gently offer us permission to take the step we know we want to take, but our anxiety and guilt paralyze us. Whether it's wanting to please our kids, worrying that our…

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15: Does Minimalism Deprive Our Kids? with Elisabeth Beam 1:06:00

7M ago1:06:00

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As parents, we're often concerned that our choices will negatively affect our kids, and decluttering feels like such an "adult" choice. So what does this mean for the kiddos? Elisabeth from @balancingbeams and I dive into the intersection of decluttering and parenthood, discuss the balanced approaches we take, and work through the misconceptions ab…

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14: Emotions We Feel When Decluttering 34:26

8M ago34:26

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I was SO inspired after listening to Brene Brown's book, Atlas of the Heart, that I had to do a podcast episode that draws inspiration from the different emotions she defines through her qualitative research.Because paring down and decluttering is EMOTIONAL! We're proud, we're guilty, we're relieved, we're overwhelmed...we're all the things.Today, …

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13: Making Sustainable Living Less Complicated with Shila Wattamwar 48:07

8M ago48:07

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Do you ever feel like "What's the point of going green? What difference is my one little choice going to make?" Or maybe you think "It's too complicated. I just don't have the bandwidth to add sustainability to my list of things to do." This episode with Shila Wattamwar is such a breath of fresh air! Shila is a true industry insider when it comes t…

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12: Ideas for Simplifying in the New Year 39:58

8M ago39:58

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It's the last episode of 2023! What is this life?? This week, I walk you through the areas of my life I simplified this year in hopes of giving you a few ideas for what to pare down in the coming year! From books to the social media to paper flyers, I've really become intentional about what's allowed in my physical and mental space. Maybe next year…

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11: BONUS: Where Do Popular Christmas Traditions Come From? with Molly Stillman [Paring Down the Holidays Miniseries] 44:17

8M ago44:17

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For the very last episode in our Paring Down the Holidays miniseries, I'm back on the pod with author, fellow podcast host, and all around dynamite human being, Molly Stillman. We continue our conversation from Tuesday (go back and listen to Episode 10 if you haven't yet!!) as we dive into different Christmas traditions and where they come from. Wh…

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10: Why We Celebrate the Birth of Jesus with Molly Stillman [Paring Down the Holidays Miniseries] 58:16

8M ago58:16

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Who was Jesus? Does he matter even if you're not a Christian? Why do we celebrate his birth? I'm so excited to pare down the meaning of Christmas in this episode with the HILARIOUS, wise, and brilliant Molly Stillman. Molly is an author, podcast host, church planter, farmer, mother, comedian...she's truly dynamic. This podcast is not just for follo…

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9: SOLO - Leaning Into the Season of Giving [Paring Down the Holidays Miniseries] 28:03

8M ago28:03

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Sometimes I find myself of falling into this trap: I want to be generous...I THINK I'm pretty generous...I definitely care about generosity. But then my days get filled with soccer practices and career work and hobbies and time with family and school events, and suddenly I realize that while nothing I'm doing is bad-- in fact a lot of it is great (…

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8: What the Bible Says About Our Stuff with Hanna Seymour [Paring Down the Holidays Miniseries] 57:37

9M ago57:37

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We are smack in the middle of the holiday season, which for me, means Christmas! The Paring Down Podcast isn't a podcast only for Christians, however Jesus is a big part of my life, so I wanted to really pare down my beliefs surrounding decluttering and minimalism through the lens of what the Bible has to say about it. What better time of year to d…

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7: SOLO - Making Holiday Decor Meaningful [Paring Down the Holidays Miniseries] 26:35

9M ago26:35

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Thanksgiving is behind us, so it's officially time to decorate for Christmas! (Let's be honest, most of us already have.) This is a podcast about decluttering, but it's not a podcast about stringent rules or opinions. All of us will land somewhere a little different when it comes to how much holiday decor we'd like to display. The key is intentiona…

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6: Creating Community in Small Spaces with Britt Meyer 36:29

9M ago36:29

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Today on the show, I'm throwing it back to my days in NYC. Ah, to be 23 and frolicking around the city while sharing a tiny 6-floor walk up! My old NYC roommate, Britt Meyer later moved from NYC to Hong Kong, where she was a princess at Hong Kong Disneyland, then landed in London with her husband and three young daughters. Spending her adulthood in…

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5: SOLO - Sentimental Items 22:09

9M ago22:09

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Ep. 5: Do you struggle to let go of sentimental items? In this episode, I share my experience with decluttering sentimental items after my mother passed away when I was 24 years old. You'll hear some perspective shifts that helped me not hold onto every little thing that reminded me of her. I dive into letting go of baby items for our kids, decidin…

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4: Forming Our Identity Outside of What We Own with Madison Embrey 49:31

10M ago49:31

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It's one thing to live in a small house-- it's another to live out of two suitcases. Madison Embrey joins the show today, telling us about her life as a stunt performer and dancer on tour for the last 10 straight years. She sheds light on how to step outside of excessive fashion or home decor to create a sense of self that isn't grounded in what we…

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2: SOLO - My Decluttering Story 39:36

10M ago39:36

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I have NOT always been a minimalist...and many purists probably wouldn't consider me one, even now! The point is that I've been on a journey to owning less for *years*. My decluttering story is a bit different than most in that I never had a big "aha" turning point toward living with less. It's been a slow burn that gained traction over a series of…

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1: Mistakes We Make When Decluttering with Matlin Pessarra 53:50

10M ago53:50

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Decluttering our homes to avoid the mess and overwhelm sounds great *in theory* to most of us...but where in the world do we start?? In the debut episode of Paring Down, Shannon chats with professional organizer Matlin Pessarra, who sheds some light on mistakes people make when trying to organize their homes, as well as insider tips for approaches …

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3: Avoiding the Christmas Clutter with Karla Graves 58:19

10M ago58:19

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The holidays are upon us! And that means an influx of stuff, traditions, and events. Oftentimes, we end up just wanting to "get through the holidays" because it's all so overwhelming. In this episode, Shannon brings on small-space interior designer Karla Graves to talk about living intentionally with less, and how to prepare our homes, our kids, an…

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SNEAK PEEK - Episodes Coming 10/31/23 0:53

10M ago0:53

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Coming October 31, 2023! The Paring Down Podcast will bring you conversations about the physical and mental clutter that drowns out what truly matters to each of us. If you're looking for motivation to declutter your home-- or to simply live with more intention-- join Shannon Leyko each Tuesday for interesting, practical conversations about paring …