The Minimal Mom

I don't generally like to draw attention to negative comments, but I think I felt misunderstood when it cam to a recent video I did on home organization. Was it plastic junk and unnecessary, or the icing on top of all of my hardworking decluttering!?!

MENTIONED IN THIS PODCAST:

Testing Out New Organizing Products Video: https://youtu.be/BAvWKtVwbY8

IN THIS PODCAST:

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Welcome to The Official Minimal Mom Podcast. 

ABOUT THE MINIMAL MOM: Hi, I'm Dawn, if we haven't met before, I'm married to Tom and we have four kids ages 9-14. We live outside of the Twin Cities in MN and have called ourselves minimalists for 8 years now. We got rid of 85% of our stuff and don't miss ANY OF IT! If you'd like to see more instructional videos about minimalism and decluttering, be sure to check out my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@TheMinimalMom

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ABOUT THE MINIMAL MOM: Hi, I'm Dawn, if we haven't met before, I'm married to Tom and we have four kids ages 8-13. We live outside of the Twin Cities in MN and have called ourselves minimalists for 9 years now. We got rid of 85% of our stuff and don't miss ANY OF IT! If you'd like to see more instructional videos about minimalism and decluttering, be sure to check out my YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@TheMinimalMom

Ever feel like, "this isn’t the life I signed up for?" Wondering if it’s OK to want a better life? Struggling to simplify while managing ADHD? Join Dawn and Dr. Leonaura Rhodes—a physician, counselor, coach, relationship strategist, and neurotherapist—as they discuss how to navigate unexpected life challenges, understand neurodiversity, embrace identity changes, and develop a clear strategy for creating the life you desire.

In this episode:

Resources Mentioned:

Beyond Soccer Mom by Leonaura Rhondes 

About: Dr. Leonaura Rhodes has spent over 30 years helping people just create extraordinary lives on their terms. Her career began as a physician in the UK, then went on to become a counselor, coach, relationship strategist, and neurotherapist. She guides people who are committed to getting the most out of life, by helping them get clarity on the life they desire and help them create a solid strategy for change.

https://www.drleonaurarhodes.com/

Leonaura Rhodes on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UC2IIJj_hnHZJO8BwcKPqInQ ............................................

ABOUT THE MINIMAL MOM: Hi, I'm Dawn, if we haven't met before, I'm married to Tom and we have four kids ages 8-13. We live outside of the Twin Cities in MN and have called ourselves minimalists for 8 years now. We got rid of 85% of our stuff and don't miss ANY OF IT! If you'd like to see more instructional videos about minimalism and decluttering, be sure to check out my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@TheMinimalMom/

Are you experiencing more anxiety than relaxation this summer? Are your expectations realistic? Do you feel stuck or broken? What is anxiety doing to you? How can we maintain momentum when we don’t feel like it?  Join Dawn and Britt Frank- a licensed neuropsychotherapist and author of The Science of Stuck and her newest release The Getting Unstuck Workbook- as they talk about seasonal summer anxiety, setting expectations, and getting “unstuck.”

IN THIS EPISODE:

2:36 Seasonal summer anxiety

3:51 Reset expectations

4:06 #Chuckthebucket

4:29 Don’t worry about the why.

5:14 My brain is on my side.

8:10 How do we help our kids?

10:17 It’s ok to need time.

11:32 Stimulation requires down regulation.

12:40 Boredom is NOT a problem to solve.

16:00 Microdose relaxation

18:42 Name it and own it.

22:25 Better done than good

23:01 How do we keep momentum going when the “pink cloud” goes away?

27:10 There is no such thing as a broken person.

27:35 Getting unstuck

32:20 Brains CAN change.

Resources Mentioned:

The Science of Stuck

The Getting Unstuck Workbook

The interruption of stuff (Podcast Ep. 24)

Bio/Her links: Britt Frank, LSCSW, SEP is a licensed neuropsychotherapist and author of The Science of Stuck (Penguin Random House), named by SHRM, Esquire, New York Magazine, and The Next Big Idea Club as a must-read as well as her new release, The Getting Unstuck Workbook. Britt received her undergraduate degree from Duke University and her master’s degree from the University of Kansas, where she later became an award-winning adjunct instructor. Britt is a contributing writer to Psychology Today and her work has been featured in Forbes, NPR, The New York Times, Fast Company, Psych Central, SELF, and Thrive Global.

www.scienceofstuck.com

IG: @brittfrank

Today I'll answer your questions like: How do I stop feeling overwhelming fear and guilt when letting go of things people have gifted me, even though I don’t want them anymore? I’m a homesteader, do I keep EVERYTHING in hopes of using it “someday?” My 3 kids share a room. Is there a better way to manage toys for older kids so the youngest doesn’t get into everything (or do I need to be reminded this is just a season)?

If you'd like to leave a voicemail with your own question, you can do so here: https://www.speakpipe.com/MinimalMom

In this episode:

Resources mentioned:

Natalie Hoffman Podcast Episode

A Monk's Guide to a Clean House and Mind

Laurie from Simply B Organized Podcast Episode

What are some of the biggest design mistakes? What is the #1 design tip? How can you avoid making this $10,000 design mistake? Today Dawn visits with Melanie Zaelich, an interior designer and owner of Home Stylist - a company that uses the power of design to bring more happiness to people. Melanie shares insights on how to avoid the biggest design mistakes and how she got started in design after being on HGTV.

IN THIS EPISODE:

1:18 Melanie's start on HGTV

3:37 Conventional vs. unconventional design

4:48 Biggest designs mistakes

5:00 #1 Design tip (get rid of your stuff!)

5:43 Save $10,000 with this one tip

12:21 Bring life into your space

14:58 Architectural Design vs. Minimalism

18:24 How do I discover my own style?

23:35 Get an outside perspective 

24:05 Newest design trends

Resources

Plant watering globes

ABOUT MELANIE:

Melanie is the owner of Happy Place Interiors. She loves seeing people light up when they enter a space that has been transformed. Melanie believes that your environment impacts your well-being and it can bring joy to your life and allow you to spend your time and energy on the things that are important to you — like, life. Happy Place Interiors puts a fresh spin on what you’d expect from an interior design company. Rooted in the belief that everyone deserves a happy home, our flexible and collaborative consultation-based, à la carte business model keeps high-quality interior design accessible. Learn more here: https://www.happyplaceinteriors.com/

Is my child addicted to video games? How do I know? What is a healthy amount of video game playing? Today Dawn visits with Dr. Alok Kanojia, also known as Dr. K, to discuss practical steps for preventing video game addiction. Dr. K, a former gaming addict and Harvard-trained psychiatrist, shares insights from his book "How to Raise a Healthy Gamer" on how to identify and manage gaming addiction in children.

How to Raise a Healthy Gamer Book: https://amzn.to/3x3zJdP

IN THIS EPISODE

00:00 Welcome Dr. Alok Kanojia

MORE ABOUT DR. K:

Follow Dr.K's podcast HealthyGamerGG https://open.spotify.com/show/6VaJwyS2KXxiXqR77jqzmP

Healthy Gamer Website https://www.healthygamer.gg/

- Instagram: @healthygamergg

- X: @dralokkanojia

- YouTube: @HealthyGamerGG

- TikTok: @healthygamer.gg

ABOUT THE MINIMAL MOM:

Hi, I'm Dawn, if we haven't met before, I'm married to Tom and we have four kids ages 8-13. We live outside of the Twin Cities in MN and have called ourselves minimalists for 8 years now. We got rid of 85% of our stuff and don't miss ANY OF IT! If you'd like to see more instructional videos about minimalism and decluttering, be sure to check out my YouTube channel!

Our Summer Declutter Challenge kicks off on Monday! Find full details here: https://www.theminimalmom.com/mentorship-group

Today I'll answer YOUR questions! If you'd like to leave a voicemail with your own question, you can do so here: https://www.speakpipe.com/MinimalMom

In this episode:

00:50 How do I solve my “Monica” closet?

Resources mentioned:

Summer Declutter Challenge: Refresh & Re-Home begins soon! Find full details HERE!

Do you or someone you love struggle with decluttering due to chronic illness? 

Listen in as Dawn talks with Sarah, a professional organizer and decluttering expert who also deals with chronic illness. She shares five tips to help those with chronic illness overcome hurdles in decluttering and simplify their lives.

 IN THIS EPISODE:

0:00 Top tips for surviving and thriving with chronic illness

Sarah is a declutter expert, professional organizer, minimalist and simple living enthusiast; embracing simplicity, one change at a time.  She came from a family of hoarders, but Sarah broke free and is now on a mission to help others do the same! She believes that less is more and she loves sharing my experiences, tips, and tricks to make life easier and more meaningful.

LINKS: 

Find Sarah on IG: https://www.instagram.com/smallchangestv/

Mother's Necklace on Etsy: https://cli.re/mom-necklace

(I have the gold in 18")

“How do I help my kids declutter when they are attached to EVERYTHING?  I don’t want the pressure of minimizing our stuff to lead my kids into hoarding!”

4:35 - Personal experience of Laurie 

7:26 setting healthy boundaries with kids and treasures 

18:42 - (GEM) “But will I turn them into hoarders?” 

24:49 - When your kids are ready to move on, and you’re not  

26:36 - setting up your kids for success

37:42 - reach out to Laurie

Laurie is the founder of Simply B Organized (SBO) where she writes, teaches, and works with people of all ages helping them to declutter and work smarter. She also hosts This ORGANIZED Life, a weekly podcast where she chats with awesome guests about life, work, parenting, and the role that organization has in their lives.

Podcast episode with Logan: https://simplyborganized.com/2019/08/01/ep-138-podcast-on-parenting-with-special-guest-logan-palau/

Logans followup episode: https://simplyborganized.com/2023/06/22/ep-341-navigating-college-with-adhd-tips-and-insights-from-logan-palau/

Lauries podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/this-organized-life-organizing-tips-for-busy-moms-to/id1193014252

Mother's Necklace on Etsy: https://cli.re/mom-necklace

(I have the gold in 18")

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