Do you have a closet filled to the brim with nothing to wear? Are you looking for a way to test out a minimalist wardrobe? Today, Dawn is joined by Courntey Carver, the originator of project 333, a minimalist fashion challenge that invites participants to dress with only 33 items of clothing for 3 months.
ABOUT COURTNEY: Courtney Carver is a writer, speaker, and minimalist lifestyle advocate known for her work on simplifying life and embracing minimalism. She gained prominence through her blog, "Be More with Less," where she shares her personal journey of living with less stuff and less stress. 
IN THIS EPISODE: 
-What surprised dawn about project 333  
- Recap of project 333 and common objections 
-Encouragement for the woman feeling like she’s doing too much 
 
Links: One Sec app: https://one-sec.app/
Courtney’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/bemorewithless/Courtney's Website: http://bemorewithless.com
More details on Project 333: https://bemorewithless.com/project-333/
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Project 333: Your Guide to a Stress-Free Wardrobe

From the popular YouTube channel, Dawn, ”The Minimal Mom”, shares about minimalism, why it makes sense, and how to declutter quickly!

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Does your home still feel cluttered even after ruthlessly decluttering? Have you ever wondered why your home doesn’t look like the Pinterest rooms you love? 
Today, Dawn is joined by Myquillyn Smith. Myquillyn shares several tips, from “house hushing” to designing on a budget, and more! 
ABOUT MYQUILLYN: 
For the past ten years, Myquillyn Smith, also known as “The Nester,” has been encouraging women to embrace their homes—imperfections and all. Her lived-in, loved-on home has been featured in Better Homes & Gardens, Ladies' Home Journal and Cottages & Bungalows. Myquillyn is the author of The Nesting Place and Cozy Minimalist Home and was chosen by Christianity Today as one of the top twenty creatives in 2016. She lives in North Carolina with her husband and three boys.Website: www.thenester.com
Instagram: @thenester
 
IN THIS EPISODE: 
1:30 Let’s talk house hushing. 
7:55 What is cozy minimalism?
12:35 - How can we test out design changes on a budget?
15:53 Navigating home changes with others
21:19 - Myquillin’s new book, House Rules32:20 - Myquillin’s opinion on color 
 
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Welcome to The Official Minimal Mom Podcast. Thank you so much for listening and could I ask a favor? Would you mind following? It helps podcast apps recommend this podcast to more friends. Thank you! Dawn

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Are your kids suffering from digital overload? Do you wonder if it’s too late for your already addicted kids? Listen as Dawn speaks with Melanie Hempe on screen addiction and how to help our kids thrive in a digital age. ABOUT MELANIE: 
 
Melanie Hempe helps parents prevent screen addiction, rescue their kids, and enjoy family life again. After her oldest son dropped out of college due to his video game addiction, Melanie Hempe, BSN, utilized her nursing degree from Emory University to warn families about the dangers of screen overuse and founded ScreenStrong. Melanie simplifies medical science for parents, empowering them with the reasons to skip not all screen use but the most harmful screen use—social media, violent video games, and pornography—through adolescence. 

IN THIS EPISODE: 
 
2:39 - How Melanie became interested in screen safety 
15:45 -  Kids 0-5
23:02- How long will it take to detox? 
29:40 - The science behind screens
33:07 - Kids 6-12 year olds 
42:40 - “I want to reduce screen-time, where do I begin?” 
44:44 - “What if it’s my spouse who is addicted?” 
48:40 - Kids Brains and Screens book 
 
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Melanie’s son’s perspective on growing up without screens - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/live-teen-q-a-on-growing-up-without-addictive-screens-179/id1474681355?i=1000641960104
How to teach young kids to play on their own - https://youtu.be/6BlKIluXMcE?feature=shared 
Welcome to The Official Minimal Mom Podcast. Thank you so much for listening and could I ask a favor? Would you mind following? It helps podcast apps recommend this podcast to more friends. Thank you! Dawn

Screen Time SOS: Simple Steps to Rescue Your Child from Digital Overload

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The Take Your House Back Course is a powerful way that I can come along side you and make sure you get your home simplified in the new year! (And it's only $94 right now - normally $597!)
*Replays available if you can't join us live (Payment plan available, too!)
Does the fear of getting rid of something you might need later paralyze you from decluttering? Are you holding on to items so that you can sell them for top-dollar? How many baby clothes should you keep for future kids? Listen in as Dawn answers all this and more! 
 
IN THIS EPISODE: 
 
1:50 - How do I downsize my craft projects? 
7:18 - How can I declutter confidently when I know I can’t afford to replace anything?13:11 - How do I find the best top-dollar buyer for my mothers old collectables? 
16:04 - Have you found that decluttering helps your family value what you have more? 
18:34 - How many baby clothes do I keep?
22:20 - I don’t want my baby to be bored! How do I have enough toys without it being chaotic? 
 
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Minimalism Masterclass: https://www.theminimalmom.com/minimalism-masterclass
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Keep the Memories, Lose the Stuff Book: https://amzn.to/3TPotJo

We have no money, I can't risk needing to replace these things! (Q+A)

Do you want to live  in a home that actually helps you enjoy being a mom, but don’t know where to start? Have you given up on decluttering after not seeing improvement? Today, Dawn is joined by Zoë Kim to delve into strategies for moms wanting to cultivate a peaceful home environment.  IN THIS EPISODE:  -Where in your home should you start?  -Zoë Kims start to minimalism  -Managing inventory that relates to kids  -How to manage sentimental items  -How do I get my spouse on board? Want to join Dawn and Zoe for  6 Hours of Guided Decluttering & “Body Doubling? Check out their Going Deeper Minimalism MasterClass: A Chance to Fully Declutter a Room in Your Home & Experience the Joy & Freedom of Minimalism! - https://www.theminimalmom.com/minimalism-masterclass ABOUT ZOE:Zoë’ Kim is  the author of Minimalism for Families, minimalist mom of four, and the voice behind Raising Simple. She partners with individuals to tackle the challenges of a cluttered home and life, and believes in developing a minimalist lifestyle through positive perspective changes and practical solutions.  LINKS MENTIONED: Minimalism for Families by Zoë Kim https://amzn.to/4867IyC 7 Questions to Help You Let Go of Sentimental Things- https://raisingsimple.com/let-go-of-sentimental-things/ Zoë’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/raisingsimple/?hl=en Zoë’s Blog: https://raisingsimple.com/ Matt Paxton’s interview: https://youtu.be/5K-ests_bDk?feature=shared

Project 333: Your Guide to a Stress-Free Wardrobe

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