In this powerful episode from our Essential Series, Kelly speaks with T.K. Coleman of The Minimalists Podcast to uncover the deeper meaning behind minimalism and why it's about so much more than just owning less. Originally featured in episode 151, this standout conversation is one of the most impactful Kelly and Lauren have ever released. Together, Kelly and T.K. explore how minimalism can help us break free from the clutter that stands in the way of the life we truly want to live. You will learn:

• How minimalism is more than about letting go of stuff.
• How to identify and remove the hidden barriers holding you back.
• How minimalism can reignite our curiosity and help us reconnect with our dreams.
• What it really means to say “yes” to a life that energizes and fulfills you

T.K. shares a powerful reminder: “It’s not about how many things you have or don’t have… it’s about what you’re willing to let go of in order to say yes to the life you really want.” Whether you’re just starting your minimalist journey or looking to deepen your understanding, this episode will inspire you to reflect, realign, and move forward with greater clarity and purpose.

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In this second half of last week’s discussion, Kelly and Lauren open up about the messy, real side of living a minimalist lifestyle.

You will continue to be reminded that living a Minimalist lifestyle is about surrounding yourself with what you need and love and letting go of the rest. And since excess will always come and go, this lifestyle requires regular check-ins and mistakes are part of the process.

Kelly and Lauren answer the following questions: 

• What area(s) of your life still feels cluttered? Or, what area of your life feels challenging to maintain at times?
• What’s something you keep more quantities of that you admittedly don’t need or love and need to work on letting go of?
• Can you share a story of how you overpacked on a trip or failed your minimalist ways while travelling?
• What’s one area of clutter are you still working on such as physical clutter, a habit, mindset etc.?
• What advice would you give to someone who is new to minimalism and is struggling with doing it perfectly?

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Be inspired to embrace minimalism as an ongoing, perfectly imperfect practice! In this first part of a two-part discussion, Kelly and Lauren open up about the messy, real side of living a minimalist lifestyle. You will be reminded that living a minimalist lifestyle is about surrounding yourself with what you need and love and letting go of the rest, whatever form that clutter takes. And since excess will always come and go, this lifestyle requires regular check-ins, and yes, mistakes happen! Kelly and Lauren each answer the following questions: 

• Can you share something that you decluttered that you later regretted?
• Can you share a recent story of an impulse purchase that you regretted and what you learned?
• What’s one minimalist principle you admittedly haven’t perfectly followed?
• Has a minimalist lifestyle ever felt unattainable to you?
• Can you share a moment where you felt like Minimalism didn’t fix everything?

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What if everything you believe about busyness and productivity is actually making you less effective and less happy?

In this short, powerful episode from our Essential Series, we revisit a standout moment from our conversation with award-winning journalist, speaker, and author Celeste Headlee, based on her bestselling book, Do Nothing: How to Break Away from Overworking, Overdoing, and Underliving.

Celeste opens up about her personal experience with burnout and reveals how our culture’s obsession with busyness is holding us back. She challenges the myth that more work equals more success, breaks down the flawed idea that time is money, and explains how multitasking is quietly making us less effective.

If you’ve ever felt guilty for slowing down, this episode is your reminder to rethink your relationship busyness and start making more space for rest, play, and what truly matters. Listen to the full discussion: Ep.131: Breakaway from Overworking, Overdoing, and Underliving with Celeste Headlee. Download K&L’s Free Skincare & Makeup E-Guides Sign-up for Lauren’s Twenty Outfit Wardrobe Spring/Summer Master Class

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In this honest and open one-on-one conversation, Kelly and Lauren dive into the transformative power of creating a Not-To-Do List, which they believe is a simple and profound tool to help you clear space for what truly matters. Rather than adding more to your already-packed to-do list, they challenge you to flip the script and examine the habits, obligations, and distractions that may be holding you back. You'll discover how purposeful subtraction can be just as powerful, if not more so, than constantly striving for more. This episode will leave you feeling lighter, more focused, and inspired to move through your days with greater clarity and intention. Download K&L’s Free Skincare & Makeup E-Guides! Sign-Up for Lauren’s Twenty Outfit Wardrobe Spring/Summer Master Class

Ep.155 Subtract with Leidy Klotz Ep.176 Be Radically Content with Jamie Varon Ep.92 Overcome FOMO & FOBO with Patrick J. McGinniss

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Instead of piling on more, what if we focused on what we could remove? In this snackable episode from our Essential series, Kelly speaks with American scientist, engineering professor, and best-selling author Leidy Klotz, who wrote the New York Times bestseller Subtract: The Untapped Science of Less. You'll learn about the science behind our natural tendency to add rather than subtract, and how we can counter this instinct by consciously considering subtraction as a powerful option. Plus, Kelly and Leidy share practical examples of how to apply the power of subtraction in everyday life. Listen to the full conversation in Episode 155: Subtract, The Science of Less with Leidy Klotz.

New York Times best-selling author, Dr. Steven Gundry shares the simple shifts that you can make today to better your health and supercharge your brain! Dr. Gundry is an internationally recognized cardiologist, heart surgeon, and medical researcher who is most widely known for his New York Times bestseller called, The Plant Paradox, and in this discussion he shares insights from his new instant bestseller called The Gut-Brain Paradox: Improve Your Mood, Clear Brain Fog, and Reverse Disease by Healing Your Microbiome. Your will learn about: 1) the connection between your gut and brain health, 2) how gut inflammation can lead to neuroinflammation, 3) how imbalances in your gut microbiome can contribute to anxiety, depression and neurological diseases like Alzheimer’s—and how you can avoid or reverse them. Plus, Dr. Gundry shares key takeaways from his gut-brain paradox program where he discusses what foods to avoid and a list of gut friendly foods to start optimizing your gut! DrGundry.com Dr. Gundry on YouTube The Dr. Gundry Podcast Follow Millennial Minimalists: Instagram, Facebook, & YouTubeWebsite: Mastersimplicity.com Submit Your Minimalist Lifestyle Story!

Kelly speaks with a former self-described shopaholic named Christina Mychas who learned how to break-free of emotional spending and regain control over her money and belongings.

Christina is a famed YouTuber, podcaster and the author a new exciting book called The Minimalist-ish Journal: Buy Less, Live Better, and Find Joy in What You Already Have.

In this discussion, you will learn practical tips to help you curb impulse buying, take charge of your spending, and find more joy in what you already own! Plus, you will be encouraged to escape the cycle of unnecessary purchases by taking on low buy or no buy challenges. Be inspired by Christina’s story and lessons and be motivated to change your ways from impulsive to intentional!

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Kelly and Lauren speak with Shelina Jokhiya, who is a best-selling author, podcaster and the Founder of DeCluttr Me (a leading professional organizing service operating in the UAE and GCC). Shelina is widely recognized for helping businesses and individuals (including those navigating mental health challenges) transform their spaces using no-nonsense decluttering and organizing solutions. You will learn strategies for dealing with items that are difficult to part with and methods to prevent clutter from piling up. Plus, Shelina shares her mantra to help you alleviate what she refers to as the "clutter cloud" that may be burdening your home and life. Be inspired by Shelina’s approach to decluttering and organizing and take the first step toward transforming your space and mind.

Website: About Shelina and her services Podcast: Get Organised with Decluttr MeBook: Can you Find It In Five Seconds? Follow Millennial Minimalists: Instagram, Facebook, & YouTube Website: Mastersimplicity.com! 

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Kelly and Lauren share part two of their latest candid Q&A discussion where they discuss their minimalist lifestyle stories and tips! In this second half, Kelly and Lauren ask each other some of the following questions: What is your favorite minimalist habit? Have you ever regretted letting go of an item? Do you find it difficult carrying out a minimalist lifestyle in society today? And, what is one area of excess you struggle with the most and how do you keep on top of it? Plus, Kelly and Lauren get personal and ask each other the question: What’s one habit or character trait that you have seen in me that you aspire to adopt or be? Be inspired as Kelly and Lauren continue to share their minimalist lifestyle stories and tips to help you embrace a minimalist lifestyle! Follow Millennial Minimalists: Instagram, Facebook, & YouTube Find a Simple Living Consult, The Closet Course, and Partner Discounts: Mastersimplicity.com!