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In this episode, we unpack the hidden psychology of money and why finances often trigger stress, avoidance, guilt, or overthinking. We’ll explore what happens in the brain when money enters the conversation, why certain financial habits are so hard to change, and how patterns like over-giving or over-restricting can show up as a form of self-protection. If you’ve ever wondered why money feels emotional, this conversation will help you understand your wiring—and move forward with more clarity and confidence. 

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If this conversation connected for you, you might also like:

Episode 184 – Time Matters: Under New Management                                         

Exploring how we price, protect, and respect our time and energy. 

 https://youtu.be/QlmjVQwMDbg 

Episode 74 – Value, Money, and Discomfort 
On why money conversations feel charged and how discomfort can be informative.

https://youtu.be/Sz35XU4HEqE

Episode 104 – The Power of Compounding
How small, consistent investments(both financial and personal) build real returns over time.

https://youtu.be/vuT2ZVF10Ns 

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 Digital clutter isn’t just messy—it’s mentally exhausting. This episode breaks down how digital overload affects attention, decision-making, and mental energy—and offers practical ways to reduce digital noise in short, manageable bursts. Discover how creating breathing room in your tech can help restore focus, momentum, and a calmer brain. 

Show Notes:

Episode 31 - https://youtu.be/9GRS0mwAr8A
This episode explores the cognitive and psychological benefits of de-cluttering, how unfinished decisions tax the brain, and why making space creates mental momentum. The ideas introduced there form the foundation for today’s conversation about digital clutter.

Episode 156 - https://youtu.be/lVW4JjN2TEU 
This conversation explores invisible drains on time, money, energy, and attention. A helpful companion episode if you’re interested in how overlooked systems quietly tax our mental bandwidth.

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Looking for simple, science-backed ways to think more clearly and move through your day with less friction? This episode brings together 10 of the most-revisited tools from the Fewer Things Better archive, offering practical strategies for focus, follow-through, energy, and decision-making. Each tool is designed to work in real life—no complicated systems required. Whether you’re new to the podcast or returning for a refresher, this episode offers a smart starting point. Links to the full conversations are included in the show notes if you’d like to explore any topic more deeply. 

Show Notes:

https://www.youtube.com/@FewerThingsBetter

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Our brains do a lot of heavy lifting every single day. During periods of change (a new season, a new year, or just life), it’s common to feel overwhelmed.

This episode revisits three simple, science-backed ways to reset when your brain feels stuck, fried, or overloaded and explores: 

• Why decision fatigue drains your cognitive energy faster than you realize
• How ridiculously small steps can restart momentum
• Why borrowing energy (also known as body doubling) works when motivation is low
• How switching to mental multiple choice reduces overwhelm
• Why rest and sleep are not optional extras, but cognitive necessities

Sometimes the most effective reset isn’t pushing harder, it’s pausing just long enough to let your brain cool down.

If this topic resonates, you may also enjoy revisiting the original episode referenced here: ▶️ Episode 10 on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Gd0K-2BxFnU

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We spend so much time searching for the perfect gift - the right item, the right price point, the right delivery window. But what if the most meaningful gifts aren’t found in a store at all? This episode explores why time, kindness, words, and support often matter more than anything money can buy. Through a brain-science lens, we look at how these everyday, no-cost gifts ease mental load, strengthen connection, and create impact that lasts far beyond the moment. 

Show Notes:

Episode 166: https://youtu.be/aBqJ8rByTXs?si=7LOHWflKQUbhEw4X

Episode 171: https://youtu.be/cSoDHsXDtEE?si=i1LM0Uc2NWejZ4no

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What if those feel-good moments with in life are also doing real, measurable work inside your brain? In this episode, we break down the brain chemicals behind feeling good—dopamine, serotonin, endorphins, and oxytocin—and how everyday experiences help recalibrate your nervous system. Discover simple ways to spark these feel-good systems and create more steady, sustainable joy in your daily routine. 

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We often lump every kind of exhaustion into being “tired,” but the brain doesn’t see it that way. This episode unpacks the difference between the body needing sleep and the whole system needing recovery...and why those two states feel so different. You’ll hear how late-night habits can work against us, and what it means when even long nights of sleep don’t bring relief.  Most importantly, you’ll walk away with simple, science-backed ways to restore both the body and the self 

Show Notes

Episode 165: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1939447/episodes/17406267-ep-165-micro-burnout-the-hidden-exhaustion-you-might-be-ignoring.mp3?download=true

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When life speeds up, our focus is usually the first thing to slip through the cracks. In this episode, we talk about why our brains feel so overloaded this time of year and how a few small shifts can change the next four weeks in a meaningful way.  This is a practical roadmap for finding clarity and a steadier pace in the weeks ahead. 

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 In a world built for speed, the smallest slow moments often matter the most. In this episode, we explore the brain science behind surprise, delight, and why personalized effort boosts connection, dopamine, and emotional well-being.  You’ll learn how small, intentional gestures can cut through digital noise—especially during busy seasons—and create lasting impact. This is your micro-nudge to pause, reach out, and let a little intentional kindness travel farther than you think. 

Show Notes:

Ep. 17 - https://www.buzzsprout.com/1939447/episodes/11003235-ep-17-productivity-the-cost-of-convenience.mp3?download=true

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In this final episode of our Time Matters series, we’re bringing together four simple, science-backed tools that help you make the most of the minutes you have. These practices [Key Three, Ridiculously Small Steps, the 10-Minute Kickstart, and the Two-Minute Rule] create focus and movement even when life doesn’t go as planned. We’ll explore how time can stretch or tighten depending on the story we tell ourselves, and how a small shift in how you value time can reshape how you spend it. This episode is your real-life toolkit for choosing momentum over overwhelm, one practical step at a time. 

Show Notes:

Episode 19 (The 10- Minute Kickstart) - https://youtu.be/-vIE9Z85bhU

Episode 33 (Ridiculously Small Steps) - https://youtu.be/ko-7ODx59oo

Episode 47 (The Key Three Technique) - https://youtu.be/0Wkozg79_qw

Episode 126 (The 2-Minute Rule) - https://youtu.be/5PRD9xcnajc