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, in ...
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[REPLAY] Messy Minimalism: Realistic Strategies for the Rest of Us | Rachelle Crawford (EP199)
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28:12Think minimalism means a perfectly curated, always tidy home? Think again. Drowning in tides of toys, overflowing closets, and a crazy schedule, Rachelle Crawford assumed you had to be naturally organized to keep a tidy living space. Then she found minimalism: the messy, real-life kind, that is less about perfection and more about purpose. Becoming…
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Frugal, Not Cheap: How to Spend Intentionally Without Feeling Deprived | Becca Loveless (EP416)
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39:16Today’s guest, Becca Loveless, says the real crisis isn’t scarcity—it’s forgetting how to live with less on purpose. As the season shifts into fall and the holidays approach, Becca - a voice of honesty in sustainability, minimalism, and intentional living - shares how slowing down and choosing less helped her escape debt, consumer pressure, and the…
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Screens Aren’t the Problem — Here’s What Is | Ash Brandin (EP415)
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40:30Today’s guest, Ash Brandin, says we’ve been taught to fear screens — but what if that fear is keeping us from finding real balance? Ash is a longtime public school teacher, librarian, and creator of The Gamer Educator, where they help families understand how screens can be part of a healthy, connected life. Their new book, POWER ON: Managing Screen…
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Tired of Running? How to Finally Find Rest for Your Soul | Terry Crist (Bonus Episode)
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33:23For those that are new around here, I release bonus episodes that serve a niche part of my audience, I have listeners of all faith backgrounds that listen to the podcast. This episode is coming from a christian perspective so if that’s something that doesn’t fit what you’re looking for, check out the other episodes that dropped this week or join me…
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[REPLAY] 'Spark Joy': Is It Really the Best Approach to Decluttering? | Sarit Sela
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31:05This week I want to have a discussion on the idea of our possessions 'sparking joy' as we declutter. The method comes from author, Marie Kondo in her book The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up. The idea has become a mainstream thought; however, is it really the best way to approach decluttering? I bring you some personal thoughts on this subject, a…
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Building Secure Relationships: Healing Attachment Trauma & Finding Safe Love | Jessica Baum (Bonus Episode)
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31:49In this episode, Diane talks with Jessica Baum, licensed mental health counselor, relationship expert, and author of the upcoming book SAFE: Coming Home to Yourself and Others – An Attachment-Informed Guide to Building Secure Relationships. Jessica shares how early attachment patterns shape the way we love, trust, and connect, offering insights int…
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How to Stay a Minimalist When Your Partner Loves to Spend | Brian Page (EP414)
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35:05In this episode, I speak with Brian Page, a nationally recognized financial education leader and founder of Modern Husbands, to explore what happens when a love for simplicity meets a partner’s preference for abundance. Together, we unpack how differing money mindsets and childhood experiences shape financial values, and how empathy, communication,…
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Why Reading the Bible Feels Hard - and How to Start Again | Raechel Myers (Bonus Episode)
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27:59For those that are new around here, I release bonus episodes that serve a niche part of my audience, I have listeners of all faith backgrounds that listen to the podcast. This episode is coming from a christian perspective so if that’s something that doesn’t fit what you’re looking for, check out the other episode that dropped this week or join me …
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[REPLAY] Practical Ways to Teach Modern Manners at Home | Brooke Romney (EP301)
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26:31Can good manners really make life easier? Author and speaker Brooke Romney believes they can—for kids and families alike. In this practical conversation, Brooke shares insights from her book 52 Modern Manners for Kids, offering simple ways to raise kind, confident, and respectful children. She explains why manners matter more than ever, which habit…
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4 Pillars to Improve Kids’ Mental Health & Focus | Dr. Rebecca Jackson (Bonus Episode)
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29:18In this episode of the show, Dr. Rebecca Jackson breaks down the latest report on youth health and explains why parents need a preventative mindset to support their children’s well-being. She shares her four-pillar framework - movement, sensory integration, nutrition, and lifestyle - and how each element supports brain and emotional health. Dr. Jac…
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How to Get Your Kids to Listen - The FIRST TIME You Ask | Tia Slightman (EP413)
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36:01In this episode, parenting coach, Tia Slightman, joins us to share powerful insights on improving children’s listening and behavior without resorting to punishment. Tia explains why understanding the root causes of kids’ actions is far more effective than relying on yelling, timeouts, or endless reminders. She introduces simple, practical strategie…
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[REPLAY] Breaking the Habit of Reactive Parenting | Hunter-Clarke Fields (EP96)
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26:39In this replay episode, I’m joined by fellow podcaster, mindfulness teacher, and mindful mama Hunter Clarke-Fields, author of the upcoming book Raising Good Humans. In this insightful conversation, Hunter shares practical mindfulness strategies to help parents break free from “reactive parenting” habits and raise kind, confident, and cooperative ki…
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Parenting Toddlers Made Easier: Devon Kuntzman’s Advice For Tantrums, Sleep Struggles, & Setting Respectful Limits (Bonus Episode)
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36:06Feeling overwhelmed by tantrums, sleep struggles, or figuring out how to set respectful limits? This episode is for you! Joining me once again is toddler expert Devon Kuntzman, the voice behind the hugely popular Instagram account Transforming Toddlerhood. Devon shares practical, compassionate strategies for navigating the everyday challenges of ra…
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How to Let Go of What No Longer Serves You | Meera Patel (EP412)
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28:16Change is one of life’s few constants—but letting go of what no longer serves us can be one of its hardest lessons. In this episode, Diane sits down with artist, author, and mother Meera Lee Patel to talk about her new book, Learn to Let Go: A Journey to Inner Peace and Self-Discovery. Known for her bestselling guided journals, Meera shares how cre…
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Why Living Fast is Costing Your Soul | Tommy Brown (Bonus Episode)
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35:39In this episode, Diane talks with author Tommy Brown about why slowing down isn’t laziness—it’s wisdom. Drawing from his new book The Speed of Soul, Tommy challenges the cultural obsession with constant achievement and explores four spiritual practices that help us live with depth and clarity: love deeply, live quietly, mind your own affairs, and w…
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How Minimalism Won Me Over | Sarah Therese (EP411)
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42:16YouTuber and mom Sarah Therese is trading her family home for life in a trailer — and she’s taking us behind the scenes of what it actually takes to downsize with kids. In this conversation, Sarah gets honest about why she’s choosing less, what she’s learned about attachment and identity through decluttering, and how minimalism looks different when…
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[REPLAY] Buy What You Want Without Going Broke | Jen Smith
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38:41What if your spending habits could truly reflect your deepest values? In this episode, Diane and Jen explore the concept of values-based spending, revealing how it can lead to more intentional and mindful financial decisions. They delve into the role of dopamine in our spending habits and offer practical strategies for breaking the cycle of stress …
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Online Safety for Families: Expert Advice from a Former NSA Cybersecurity Pro | Ben Gillenwater (EP410)
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51:38How do you protect kids online without daily screen-time battles? In this episode, Diane sits down with cybersecurity expert and parent Ben Gillenwater, founder of Family IT Guy. With nearly 30 years in tech, Ben reveals the hidden risks of kids’ digital lives and shares simple, practical strategies—like parental controls, balance, and open communi…
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Buzzing with Purpose: Teaching Kids to Protect Pollinators | Luke Howard (Going Deeper)
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52:21Going Deeper episodes will be less structured with a more conversational tone. These conversations will focus on interesting people I've come across that share similar values, perspectives and intentions expressed on the Minimalist Moms Podcast. Did you know our world depends on bees more than most of us realize? In this episode, we sit down with L…
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Stop Feeling Drained: Practical Ways You Can Reclaim Your Energy | Diana Hill (EP409)
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37:43Are you pouring your energy into everything and still feeling like it’s never enough? In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Diana Hill—clinical psychologist, co-author of ACT Daily Journal, and author of the upcoming book Wise Effort: How to Focus Your Genius Energy on What Matters Most. Grounded in psychology, neuroscience, and contemplative practice…
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How Eliminating One Word Can Shift Your Mindset (& Unlock Sustainable Success) | Carla Ondrasik (EP408)
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43:22If you’re struggling to meet your goals, the problem may not be effort—it’s that you’re still trying. In this episode, author and motivational speaker Carla Ondrasik joins me to share insights from her new book, Stop Trying!: The Life-Transforming Power of Trying Less and Doing More. Drawing from her unconventional childhood, career in music publis…
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Could Imperfect Hospitality Be the Most Meaningful? | Abby Kuykendall (Bonus Episode)
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37:31For those that are new around here, I release bonus episodes that serve a niche part of my audience, I have listeners of all faith backgrounds that listen to the podcast. This episode is coming from a christian perspective so if that’s something that doesn’t fit what you’re looking for, check out the other episode that dropped this week or join me …
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16 Conversations to Have With Your Boys | Joanna Schroeder (EP407)
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56:36How do we raise boys who are not only confident, but also compassionate and emotionally intelligent? In this episode, parenting journalist Joanna Schroeder shares insights from her new book Talk to Your Boys, with practical scripts and tips for tackling subjects like masculinity, consent, bullying, and mental health. Drawing on research and insight…
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When Kids Can’t Unsee Violent Images: Dr. Robyn Koslowitz on Parenting in the Age of Social Media (Bonus Episode)
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28:51Child psychologist Dr. Robyn Koslowitz explains why kids get stuck replaying violent images they’ve seen online—and why telling them to “just think about something else” can make it worse. She shares what parents should say instead, how to tell the difference between healthy vigilance and trauma-driven hypervigilance, and practical tools to help ki…
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Sobriety, Storytelling, and the Truth About "Mommy Wine Culture" | Jessica Guerrieri (Going Deeper)
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36:06Going Deeper episodes will be less structured with a more conversational tone. These conversations will focus on interesting people I've come across that share similar values, perspectives and intentions expressed on the Minimalist Moms Podcast. In this episode, I sit down with debut author Jessica Guerrieri to talk about her novel Between the Devi…
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