The Minimalist Moms podcast is designed to accompany you on your journey towards a more purposeful life. This includes every aspect: your mindset, daily routine, connections with others, and naturally, your possessions. Your host, Diane Boden, invites you to join her as she engages in conversations with a diverse range of experts such as Dana K White, Dawn Madsen, Ginny Yurich, Charles Duhigg, Gretchen Rubin, Joshua Becker and many more. Together, they delve into the realms of minimalism, intentionality, and embracing a life of simplicity.
In this episode, I delve into the topic of slow and simple living with my guest, Jillian Hankins. My conversation with Jillian felt like catching up with an old friend. We spoke for over ninety minut…
Through the work of 19th century education pioneer Charlotte Mason, parents today can discover a liberating, countercultural philosophy of childhood, learning, and motherhood. Whether a child is in t…
Setting your intentions to get regular quality sleep takes some work. From changing lifestyle habits to being mindful of your sleep hygiene, there are a lot of factors to consider in the quest to get…
Making her second appearance on the show is creator of Inspired Budget, Allison Baggerly. Allison is a prominent money management educator who specializes in helping women take control of their finan…
How would you like some more breathing room at home? Holly Blakey is a home organizer (and creator of Breathing Room Home) who specializes in creating calm spaces that you love to live in. As owner o…
Parents remain the most powerful and important influence in their kids’ lives. Many parents lose sleep over their responsibility, wondering if they’re providing the right boundaries, discipline, and …
Many of us have spent years acquiring "all the things" without considering whether or not we have 'enough'. But what is 'enough', really? The world may suggest to spend more, own more and do more; ho…
As young newlyweds, Jill Winger and her husband asked themselves one question that forever changed their lives: “Why do we have to do it like everyone else?” They set out on a quest for the answer, o…
According to an article written by Fort Behavioral Health in 2020 states, "Routines help us to create positive daily habits that promote self-care. We can organize our time around things that we deem…
Exhausted. Burned out. Stressed. Overwhelmed—moms everywhere are tired and in desperate need of a nap, shower, or some alone time. Preferably all three. As a bestselling author, founder of a widely p…
With social media and constant connection, the boundaries of privacy for children are stretched thin. On today’s episode, author Devorah Heitner joins me to discuss how we can help our children navig…
Mothers often feel guilt when they pursue something that takes time away from their children, especially when that something could be deemed less important than parenting. Writer Ashlee Gadd felt the…
Can our homes make us happier? Can we design for wellbeing? Can we create better homes where we not only live, but thrive? Meik Wiking believes the answer to these questions lies in the Danish hygge …
The pandemic forced a lot of us to rethink everything -- our lifestyles, our personal relationships, even our careers. Now, when it comes to envisioning our future, financial expert Jill Schlesinger …
Am I getting parenting right?
Most parents at any and every stage, find themselves asking this question. Whether you’re sleep deprived with a colicky newborn or navigating the emotional roller coaste…
Joining me today is host of the Mom’s Exit Interview, Kim Rittberg. Kim was a media exec at Netflix and PEOPLE mag. Kim recognizes that women are looking for more flexibility, more fulfillment and ar…
Do you feel like you have too much stuff? A cluttered space isn’t just inconvenient - the truth is: it’s hard to lead a joyful, purposeful life when you’re drowning in possessions. That said, declutt…
Have you ever felt like your habits are more like a ball and chain? Do they restrict you, keep you confined, or keep you from growing in the ways you really need to? If so, it’s time to recognize tha…
Back for her third appearance on the Minimalist Moms podcast is creator of 1000 Hours Outside, Ginny Yurich. Ginny believes that the premise of spending 1000 Hours Outside each year is simple (with a…
Do feeds showing picture-perfect rooms make you second-guess your abilities to make changes in your own home? Everywhere we turn, someone is trying to show or outpace the latest trend, and soon we’ll…