The Minimal Mom

A Deathbed Epiphany + The Power of a Life Audit with Dr. Leonaura Rhodes


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Ever feel like, "this isn’t the life I signed up for?" Wondering if it’s OK to want a better life? Struggling to simplify while managing ADHD? Join Dawn and Dr. Leonaura Rhodes—a physician, counselor, coach, relationship strategist, and neurotherapist—as they discuss how to navigate unexpected life challenges, understand neurodiversity, embrace identity changes, and develop a clear strategy for creating the life you desire.

In this episode:


1:29 I hated my “dream job.”
2:55 Unexpected life challenges
5:15 Death bed epiphany
6:05 This isn’t what I signed up for
7:00 Simplifying with ADHD
8:20 Neurodiversity in kids
9:09 Object Permanence
9:53 “Your house is SO messy!”
10:55 Tips for those with ADHD
12:09 What’s in it for you?
13:28 You are NOT here to be a martyr
14:20 “Women are REALLY selfish these days.”
17:30 Neurofeedback therapy
19:43 Mindfulness practice
24:04 Take identity inventory
25:18 We CAN want a better life for ourselves
25:56 Invest 30 min a day in YOU!
26:30 Imagine, what would it be like to say no?
28:18 Identity changes
29:02 Do a “life audit.”

Resources Mentioned:

Beyond Soccer Mom by Leonaura Rhondes 

About: Dr. Leonaura Rhodes has spent over 30 years helping people just create extraordinary lives on their terms. Her career began as a physician in the UK, then went on to become a counselor, coach, relationship strategist, and neurotherapist. She guides people who are committed to getting the most out of life, by helping them get clarity on the life they desire and help them create a solid strategy for change.

https://www.drleonaurarhodes.com/

Leonaura Rhodes on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UC2IIJj_hnHZJO8BwcKPqInQ ............................................

ABOUT THE MINIMAL MOM: Hi, I'm Dawn, if we haven't met before, I'm married to Tom and we have four kids ages 8-13. We live outside of the Twin Cities in MN and have called ourselves minimalists for 8 years now. We got rid of 85% of our stuff and don't miss ANY OF IT! If you'd like to see more instructional videos about minimalism and decluttering, be sure to check out my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@TheMinimalMom/

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