Do you find yourself overwhelmed by today’s explosion of choice? Or find it challenging to make everyday decisions? In this episode, you will learn how to navigate decision-making in our world of overwhelming choice.Kelly speaks with American author, speaker, and psychologist, Barry Schwartz to discuss his powerful read, The Paradox of Choice, where he shares the implications that come with too much choice and the power of embracing ‘good enough.’From the number of snacks on grocery shelves to the number of paths we can take in our lives, Barry argues that having too many options discourages us from making decisions and shares how limiting our choices will make us better off.Be inspired to embrace ‘choice with boundaries’ and start reaping the benefits of a calmer and more fulfilled every day.
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In this one-on-one conversation, Lauren and Kelly share their responses to a ton of helpful questions to help you rid the excess stuff in your life and make better purchasing decisions.They each share stories about recent items they have decluttered, intentional items they have recently bought, and past purchasing mistakes they have made and how they learned from them.Plus, they share tips to help you decide on what to sell or donate, how to let go of items you feel attached to and don’t often use, and how to avoid buying things you don’t need while on vacation and much more!Be inspired by Kelly and Lauren’s minimalist lifestyle stories and advice and be motivated to let go and buy better!Find Partner Discounts (BetterHelp, Viome, and Remade Sleep) & Lauren's Closet Course & NEW Incredible Outfit E-Guide at Mastersimplicity.com!Follow Millennial Minimalists on Instagram & Facebook

Let Go & Buy Better

Be inspired by the great advantages that come with adopting a minimalist lifestyle!Kelly is interviewed by the popular BBC featured podcast, The Big V Energy Podcast with co-host Alex Gillam to discuss practical advice on how to declutter all areas of excess from the physical things to mental clutter.You will learn how to let go, reduce stress, improve your focus, spend with greater intention, travel lighter and more!On the Big V Energy podcast, Alex and her co-host Chess Galea serve candid conversations that matter to woman about woman.They explore the realities, frustrations, and success stories of females in the 21st century and unpack a wide range of topics including body positivity; equality in sports; mental health; building a female owned business; fertility and more.Host Alex Gillam is an aspiring minimalist, and her lifestyle challenges and goals and curiosities about minimalism may be relatable and helpful to you! Be inspired to let go of the excess from your life and start pursuing a more minimal and meaningful every day!Follow the Big V Energy Podcast on Apple Podcasts and SpotifyFollow the Big V Energy Podcast on InstagramFollow Millennial Minimalists on Instagram & FacebookFind Partner Discounts for BetterHelp, Viome and Remade natural sleep supplement and Lauren's Closet Course at Mastersimplicity.com

The Power of Less with The Big V Energy Podcast

This episode is a MUST LISTEN for all! You will be motivated to let go of any relational clutter that may be holding you back from building healthy bonds.
Kelly speaks with famed relationship expert and best-selling author Thais Gibson, to share insights from her latest book, Learning Love, to help you strengthen your relationship with yourself and others.
Drawing on Thais’ decade of research and experience with clients, she shares a background on attachment theory, the four types of attachment styles, examples of how conflict plays out between attachment styles, and her tools to help you heal in your relationships and become more securely attached.  
You will learn the importance of examining, updating, or uprooting obscure behaviors that may be hindering your relationship with yourself and others.
Be empowered to gain a better understanding of your own relational patterns and needs (and those of others) so that you can create more meaningful connections.
Take the attachment style quiz to find your style!
Get the book Learning Love!Thais Gibson on YouTubePersonal Development School Follow Thais Gibson on Instagram
Follow Millennial Minimalists on Instagram & FacebookFind the Closet Course & Partner Discounts for BetterHelp & Viome at Mastersimplicity.com

Understand Your Attachment Style for Better Relationships with Thais Gibson

This is part 2 of Kelly and Lauren’s latest Q&A episode where they share their responses to your minimalist lifestyle questions!Kelly and Lauren recently prompted the question, “Ask Us Anything!” on social media @MillennialMinimalists and through their mailing list (mastersimplicity.com), and today they continue to share their lifestyle tips!You will learn how to pack minimally for a weekend or weeks away, how to streamline your morning routine, how to stop getting caught in the loop of buying and decluttering, how to rotate the clothes in your closet, how to make better decisions about what to keep and let go of, and more!Plus, Kelly and Lauren each share their money saving goals and some of their favourite simple meal ideas!Be inspired to reflect on the excess in your life, let go, and gain more.Mastersimplicity.com (Closet Course)MillennialMinimalists on IGMillennialMinimalists on FB

Ask Us Anything! (Q&A Pt.2)

Be inspired to reflect on the excess in your life, let go and gain more!In this one-on-one discussion, Kelly and Lauren answer your responses to their questions: “what do you find difficult letting go of?” and “what is one area of excess that you are working on but feel stuck?”Coming from Kelly and Lauren's own research and experiences, together they share how to let go of memorabilia, sentimental items, greeting cards, gifts you don’t need, just in case items, expensive items that aren’t selling, excess kitchen stuff and office supplies, and the junk in junk drawers!Plus, they take a deep dive into the topic of relational clutter, specifically how to let go of or manage friendships that are no longer serving you.This is part one of a two part Q&A discussion. Stay tuned for part two where they share their responses to their question, “Ask Us Anything!" It's especially a fun one, so please stay tuned…
Related Links:Teresa Elling Decluttering MemorabiliaAlyssa Barber Post-it Expiry DateThe Minimalists Decluttering FriendshipsMastersimplicity.com (Closet Course & E-Guide)MillennialMinimalists on IGMillennialMinimalists on FB

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