Cohesive Home Podcast : Minimalism | Families | Adventure | Intentional Living

Has homemaking gotten a bad rap? In Episode 45 of the Cohesive Home Podcast, Melissa and Kate tackle the meaning of the word "homemaker" and update it for today's home creators. They share their own personal experiences with homemaking and their top tips for creating a home of your own, whether you live in a physical home, an apartment, or even a home on wheel; it all counts! Covered in this episode: *The qualifiers to being a homemaker (big hint: there are none!) *Why you should embrace homemaking *Melissa announces their new home choice and why it's the perfect one for their family *Kate shares her greatest influence when it comes to her minimalist design sense *Melissa talks about how she was raised versus how she runs her own home *Tips for creating a home that is welcoming and fits your family *Why you should outsource *What's coming up this fall for Cohesive Home; a new series on intentional home design for raising families! *Melissa is going back to school for aromatherapy! Contact her with questions or to simply talk oils. *Kate shares her new podcast and upcoming re-launch of The Streamlined Life offering coaching and resources to help mamas to thrive in motherhood; stay tuned for more! Thank you for listening to episode 45 of the Cohesive Home Podcast. Subscribe on our website for updates, announcements, and more!

Melissa and Kate are back from their epic break and jumping back into the podcasting saddle with Episode 44 of the Cohesive Home Podcast. In this episode the two share what life was really like behind the scenes and why a break from the podcast was a necessity. They dig into the value of rest and share the major life lessons learned from taking a step back. If you've ever wondered if your life has become too hectic, this episode will give you the courage to put yourself and your family first!

This episode was recorded from Melissa's Oklahoma bungalow and Kate's nomadic home on wheels so please excuse the ambient background rain. Topics discussed: --Kate and her family's transition to the full-time travel life --The number one reason why Kate took a step back from her overscheduled life --Kate shares the most crucial step to take to connect deeply with your kids --Melissa shares her family's big news and what it was like to work through an uninspiring season of life -- Why it's so important to find work you love and how this is changing Melissa and her husband's journey --Where you'll find Melissa's family next summer and why it's crucial to not let go of your dreams -- The value of deep rest and assessing your family's needs -- The big dream that Kate and Melissa have for Cohesive Home and are going to make happen in 2019 Thank you for listening to the Cohesive Home Podcast! Will you share it with a friend or leave a review on iTunes? Find us online at cohesivehome.com and Instagram @cohesive_home

In our first interview of 2018 Melissa chats with Grace Druecke of the Bali Market. She shares her inspiration behind her beautifully curated shop and minimalist living journey, as well as tips on how to bring calm and balance into your home. We hope you enjoy this episode!

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No matter their age, all kids crave a space to call their own, whether it's a bunk in a shared room with siblings or their own bedroom. In EP 43, Kate and Melissa share their thoughts on creating kids spaces: from decluttering to design and function. If you have little people in your life, you'll enjoy this laidback chat about giving them a space of their own. This episode is sponsored by one of our favorite go-to snacks for our kids: KIND bars. You can get your very own box of 10 bars for FREE, just pay shipping, and see why we love them so much. Head to kindsnacks.com/cohesivehome for all the details. To catch the latest episodes and updates from Cohesive Home, head to cohesivehome.com to subscribe and thanks for listening!

Overcoming fears and chasing dreams: in episode 42 of the Cohesive Home Podcast, Melissa and Kate share step-by-step how to face down your fears and make progress toward your family's dream. The two unpack some of the hurdles you might face going after a dream and strategies to make it happen. They also share their own personal experiences with facing down fear and encouragement to help you do the same! Head to cohesivehome.com to subscribe for the latest podcast episodes and news. Mentioned in this episode:

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DISCLAIMER!! We talk about SANTA in this episode. Please do not listen with your children if you don't want any childhood dreams crushed. =)

SECOND DISCLAIMER!! Melissa's mic didn't work in this episode so please ignore the sound quality and just know the content of this episode is really good...we promise you'll love it.

In episode 41 of the Cohesive Home podcast, Kate and Melissa chat about how, even with life getting in the way, they are trying to find peace this Christmas season. They talk gifts, Santa, and figuring out how simplicity and Christmas work together for their families. At the end Kate shares a fun life update for her family!

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In Episode 40 of the Cohesive Home Podcast, Kate and Melissa revisit one of their favorite topics: food. In this follow-up to episode Episode 9 "Simple Family Food" the two talk about the latest in their personal food journeys, helpful resources, and thoughts for incorporating minimalism into your food philosophy. Listen on or read more below: Mentioned in this episode: Oh She Glows cookbook by Angela Liddon How Not to Die by Dr. Michael McGreger Rich Roll Interview with Dr. Rhonda Patrick on Longevity, Epigenetics, Microbiome Health & The Difference Between Eating for Long-Term Wellness Versus Performance Creative QT: Spend $50 get the NEW Chore Sticks for FREE! Available at www.creativeqt.net on Black Friday thru Sunday, November 26.

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In another round of our Interview Series, Kate chats with Jeff and Andre Shinabarger-- social entrepreneurs, community builders, and parents with an inspiring view on life. Listen in as Kate talks with them about their views on the connection between minimalism and generosity, showing your kids the world, and overcoming fears. You will love this thoughtful conversation on living purposefully and with less. To find our more about Jeff and Andre Shinabarger: www.plywoodpeople.com IG: @plywoodpeople

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Ever wonder if your life would make a good movie? Or is your life still stuck in the opening credits? In this episode, Kate and Melissa share a unique approach of visualizing your family's life as a story. They share specific steps to implement so that you can move from a mundane life to one full of passion and without regret. Three major points to think about when imagining your life's story: 1. What are you drawn to? 2. Where have you gone? 3. Where are you going? More questions to ponder: 1. What's stopping you? 2. What's your plot twist? 3. What is your legacy? Mentioned in this episode: Donald Miller Storyline conference Rob Bell "Robcast" episode 151 "Sign of Jonah" Melissa's favorite glasses: Warby Parker More from Kate and Melissa: Kate's blog: The Streamlined Life Melissa's Youtube Channel: Melissa Risenhoover Sign up for new episodes and updates at cohesivehome.com

What would it be like to live with no car? In today's episode, Melissa interviews Sarah Kopper. She's the co-host of both the Friendlier and Family Pedals Podcasts, she's an advocate for car-free family transportation, a writer, and a mother of two. We hope you will be inspired and look at bicylcing as a family totally differently!

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