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Shawna Scafe of Simple On Purpose shares why they declutter their kid's toys without them. Episode 509: Why We Declutter Our Kid's Toys Without Them by Shawna Scafe of Simple On Purpose on Family Minimalism Shawna Scafe is a mom of three small kids who started blogging after her first son was born. She wanted to share her c-section story in order to help herself work through the disappointment she felt about it. She read a book on minimalism that changed how she viewed her life. She started asking questions about why we have so much, do so much, work so much and we feel so restless and overwhelmed. Shawna is trying to live life on purpose, set dreams and goals for herself as a mom, wife and woman and she is trying to share it openly with everyone.  The original post is located here: https://simpleonpurpose.ca/declutter-toys-without-kids/Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com & in The O.L.D. Facebook Group

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Liz Keneski & Taylor Anne Morgan with Luvze share if there is such a thing as planning too far ahead. Episode 508: Is There Such A Thing As Planning Too Far Ahead? by Liz Keneski & Taylor Anne Morgan with Luvze on Marriage Talks Luvze was founded on the premise that relationships are a central part of life and that our understanding of relationships benefits from research and scientific evidence. They also believe this information is most beneficial when presented in an engaging and entertaining fashion. They take research findings from the fields of psychology, family studies, sociology, communication, evolutionary biology, and others, and put them in a format that you can use. The original post is located here: https://www.luvze.com/is-there-such-a-thing-as-planning-too-far-ahead/Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com & in The O.L.D. Facebook Group

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Evan Marc Katz shares his thoughts on withholding personal information in a relationship. Episode 507: If He Loves Me, Why Is He Withholding Personal Information? by Evan Marc Katz on New Relationship Advice Dating coach Evan Marc Katz has been billed as a “personal trainer for smart, strong, successful women,” helping singles find love since 2003. Thousands of his clients have fallen in love, gotten married, started families, and found happiness, after only a few months of coaching.

It’s an unlikely career for a man--much less a man who was called a “serial dater” by CNN--yet that’s what makes Katz such a unique coach. By helping women understand men--what they think, how they act, and what they really want--he empowers them to make healthy, informed choices in love. The original post is located here: https://www.evanmarckatz.com/blog/communication/loves-withholding-personal-informationVisit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com & in The O.L.D. Facebook Group

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Cait Flanders shares the worst questions you could ask your sober friends. Episode 506: The Worst Questions You Could Ask Your Sober Friends by Cait Flanders on Sobriety & Friendships Cait Flanders started her site to document her debt repayment journey. After paying it off, she adopted a minimalist lifestyle, tossed 75% of her stuff, and is currently doing a two-year shopping ban. She shares stories and lessons learned every week. The original post is located here: https://caitflanders.com/2015/04/03/the-worst-questions-you-could-ask-your-sober-friends/Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com & in The O.L.D. Facebook Group

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Katrina Norman of The Mom Chronicle shares why it is so hard to say I'm sorry. This is part 2 of 2.  Episode 505: [Part 2] Why Is It So Hard To Say "I'm Sorry"? by Katrina Norman of The Mom Chronicle on Patience & Compassion Katrina Norman is on a journey to discover herself a little more every day. One of the tools to help her get there is how she interacts with the little people that emerged from within her. She is looking at the "me" in her relationships with the most vulnerable around her, her children. She is thinking of those moments of awareness where she is stripped bare in her role as mother and nurturer. She is using this as a mirror to focus on the raw, real, naked soul inside of her.  The original post is located here: http://themomchronicle.com/why-is-it-so-hard-to-say-im-sorry/Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com & in The O.L.D. Facebook Group

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Katrina Norman of The Mom Chronicle shares why it is so hard to say I'm sorry. This is part 1 of 2. Episode 504: [Part 1] Why Is It So Hard To Say "I'm Sorry"? by Katrina Norman of The Mom Chronicle on Forgiveness Katrina Norman is on a journey to discover herself a little more every day. One of the tools to help her get there is how she interacts with the little people that emerged from within her. She is looking at the "me" in her relationships with the most vulnerable around her, her children. She is thinking of those moments of awareness where she is stripped bare in her role as mother and nurturer. She is using this as a mirror to focus on the raw, real, naked soul inside of her. The original post is located here: http://themomchronicle.com/why-is-it-so-hard-to-say-im-sorry/Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com & in The O.L.D. Facebook Group

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Lisa Merlo-Booth shares what to do when you are feeling gloomy for far too long. Episode 503: Feeling Gloomy for Far Too Long? Fight Back by Lisa Merlo-Booth on Depression & Mental Wellbeing Lisa Merlo-Booth is a straight-talking and highly effective relationship expert, speaker, and blogger. She has over twenty years of experience in the field of therapy and relationship coaching and a thriving private practice with a client base of individuals and couples spanning the United States and Europe. Lisa is widely known for her straight talk on women, and for her emphasis on teaching women to stop responding in the extremes (silencing or exploding) and, instead, to affect change in a way that is grounded, respectful, and strong. This highly effective approach to communication is about speaking from Grounded Powerful Strength (GPS) rather than the extremes of meekness or aggression. The original post is located here: https://lisamerlobooth.com/feeling-gloomy-for-far-too-long-fight-back/Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com & in The O.L.D. Facebook Group

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Laura Dabney shares if the digital age is the downfall of intimacy. Episode 502: Is the Digital Age the Downfall of Intimacy? by Laura Dabney on Communication Skills & Techniques Laura Dabney specializes in helping clients from across the nation break destructive patterns impacting their relationships. With Laura's support, clients discover the path to happier, healthier futures with deeper personal connections. In addition to a life-coaching certification, Laura has obtained her medical degree and completed a psychiatric residency. The original post is located here: https://lauradabney.com/is-the-digital-age-the-downfall-of-intimacy/Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com & in The O.L.D. Facebook Group

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Eddie Corbano of Love's a Game shares if being friends with an ex is possible. Episode 501: Is Being Friends With An Ex Possible? Listen To My Father by Eddie Corbano of Loves A Game on Breaking Up Eddie Corbano's mission and life's purpose is to help you use your breakup or divorce to turn your life around and become the best version of yourself that you can ever be, and attract your ideal partner (your "Authentic Love") by being that new you.

He gives you the tools, motivation, and inspiration to make this breakup the catalyst to become a stronger and more confident person: to break free from your ex, reclaim your emotional freedom, and live the life you are really destined to live.

Take the test: how fast can you move on from your ex: http://lovesagame.com/heal The original post is located here: https://lovesagame.com/is-being-friends-with-an-ex-possible-listen-to-my-father/Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com & in The O.L.D. Facebook Group

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Allison Carmen shares her thoughts on teaching children that when bad things happen they still can be okay. Episode 500: Teaching Children That When Bad Things Happen They Still Can Be Okay by Allison Carmen on Parenting Lessons Allison Carmen holds a B.A. in accounting, a J.D. of Law, and a Master’s of Law in taxation. After working for a large law firm in Manhattan, Allison founded her own law firm and built a successful practice focusing on real estate, corporate, mergers and acquisitions, and taxation. After 15 years of practicing law, Allison transitioned her practice into business consulting, business coaching and life coaching. Today, Allison’s clients range from owners of multi-million dollar companies to artists, actors, writers, and parents. She's also the host of the podcast: 10 Minutes to Less Suffering. The original post is located here: http://www.allisoncarmen.com/teaching-children-that-when-bad-things-happen-they-still-can-be-okay/Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com & in The O.L.D. Facebook Group

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