Minimalism, Heirlooms, and Collections: Ep. 26

There have been plenty of times when I felt I couldn’t keep something simply because I was a minimalist. There’s more to minimalism than having as few items as possible, though. It’s about keeping the truly significant in your life, and that means you have to figure out when it’s a good time to hold on or let go. Have a listen by clicking the play button below or find the How to be a Minimalist podcast on your favorite podcast app.

My latest videos on YouTube:
How to Make Cashew Yogurt
Sushi Bowl Salad

My book, How to be a Minimalist with Kids: Finding YOUR Kind of Minimalism

Here’s the link to the Barefoot Minimalist Podcast I talked about

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Four MORE Ways to Practice Simple Living — Ep. 22

For me, Minimalism and Simple Living are interconnected. We practice both and they’re slowly becoming equally important because they compliment each other and our life goals so well. I’ve already done an episode (episode #5) on simple living practices, but it’s so important, I had to create another.

Here’s the Fabled Podcast where I first heard about time in nature proven to lower cortisol levels. Be sure to check out her other stuff. It’s AMAZING, and I’m not just saying that.

The Science Daily Article I found after hearing the Fabled Podcast episode can be FOUND HERE.

Here’s my Sushi Bowl Salad recipe on YouTube

You can find the RV renovation we were talking about HERE

My book, How to be a Minimalist with Kids: Finding YOUR Kind of Minimalism

Instagram: @howtobeaminimalistJosiah’s Instagram

The Darwin Awards Podcast — Josiah’s Podcast

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#Simpleliving #minimalism

Minimalism Requires Practice — New Mini Ep. #6

Instant gratification sounds wonderful, but small, consistent steps bring life-changing habits.

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How to Stop Procrastinating: 5 Tips — Ep. 21

Procrastinating used to be one of my favorite habits. Now, it makes me feel incredibly uncomfortable because I recognize the stress and lack of accomplishment it brings. I’m certainly not perfect at taking action in my life, but I’m much more aware and I’m getting better at not procrastinating all the time.

Here are my top five tips that’ve changed my procrastinator ways, some of which I’m definitely still a work in progress at perfecting. I hope you enjoy the episode!

My latest videos on YouTube:
Sushi Bowl Salad
Cashew Milk Recipe + Plant-Based What I Eat in a Day

De Mi Rancho a Tu Cocina YouTube Channel

My book, How to be a Minimalist with Kids: Finding YOUR Kind of Minimalism

Instagram @howtobeaminimalistJosiah’s Instagram

The Darwin Awards Podcast — Josiah’s Podcast

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What I Wish I Would Have Known Before I Became a Minimalist: Podcast Ep. 16

I don’t think I’ve ever gotten ANYTHING right the first time. There’s almost always something to learn or some way to improve a process. In this episode, I fill you in on four things I wish I would have known before starting my minimalist adventure. I hope being open about MY struggles can help you on YOUR path!

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Katie’s InstagramJosiah’s Instagram

The Darwin Awards Podcast — Josiah’s Podcast

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The Messy Minimalist Article I talked about during the show

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How to Spring Clean like a Minimalist Mini Episode: Bedroom Edition

Back again with a bonus mini episode, friends!

In this Bedroom Edition of the Spring Cleaning mini series of mini episodes, I’m sharing with you how I went through my bedroom and wardrobe. It can be difficult to let go of clothing, shoes, and items on our nightstands that we look at every day. However, having a space where we feel restful and relaxed can be such a blessing in our lives, it makes it all worth it.

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Stuff You Can Borrow or Rent

When you have a need or want for an item but don’t want to keep it in your home, borrowing or renting are great alternatives to making permanent purchases. We’ve rented or borrowed so many things, plus we’re sharing new ideas we’ve discovered in this episode. Have a listen by clicking the play button below.

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The Darwin Awards Podcast — Josiah’s Podcast

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Wikipedia article on Library of Things (has links to some libraries)

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How to be a Minimalist Podcast: Episode 12. How to Create a Morning and Nightly Routine

Creating a morning and nightly routine are an essential part of maintaining your minimalist ideal. But they don’t have to be super time-consuming and rigid. Getting a few things done at night and again in the morning can have you ready to sleep well and also conquer your day. On top of that, you’ll much more easily be able to keep your home peaceful and minimalist.

Listen to me and my husband chat about it in the episode by clicking the play button below

Some Links We Talk About:

My lovely rosy bullet journal can be found by clicking RIGHT HERE (affiliate link — thanks for supporting the show! No cost to you)

Katie’s InstagramJosiah’s Instagram

The How to be a Minimalist YouTube Channel — Please subscribe!

Hal Elrod’s The Miracle Morning book (affiliate link — thanks for supporting the show! No cost to you)

Sink Reflections by Fly Lady/Marla Cilley (affiliate link — thanks for supporting the show! No cost to you)

Here’s the article I found from VeryWellMind.com

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How to be a Minimalist Podcast Episode 11. Rejecting Conformity

In this episode, my husband is back and we’re talking all about the steps we’ve taken to create the reality we want to live. It’s easy to give in to the pressures of living conventionally, but that hasn’t brought us happiness or satisfaction. From practicing minimalism and simple living to swapping our sticks and bricks home for a home on wheels, we’ve decided we’re going to make choices we think will bring us the best possible life.

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Links to stuff we talk about:

Good Omens by Gaiman and Pratchett (affiliate link — no cost to you, but thank you for your support!) was one of the best books I’ve read in a while. Full of witty humor, I loved the characters, the premise of the apocalypse is always interesting, and the idea of an angel that doesn’t want to be 100% good and a demon that doesn’t want to be 100% bad is both entertaining and thought-provoking.

We finished building our sofa for our home on wheels! Watch the video on YouTube by CLICKING HERE and please don’t forget to like and subscribe!

Want to follow us on Instagram? Here’s me: @Howtobeaminimalist Here’s my husband: @Mormonsinamotorhome

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If you want to see the video of Ronny Chieng CLICK HERE

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How to be a Minimalist Podcast: Episode 10. Minimalist Shopping Tips

It’s easy to practice minimalism … if you stay in your house and never leave. And never go onto any shopping websites or apps. These tips should help you to stay on track with your minimalist goals when you happen to have to go shopping. They’re habits I’ve been working on developing for years — some of which I admittedly still struggle with, but all of them have been helpful to me at one point or another.

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Links I talk about in this episode:

Click HERE for the link to the new keyboard I’m in love with — just in case you’re curious after my ranting (affiliate link — supports the show at no cost to you)

The How to be a Minimalist Youtube Channel

Simple Victoria’s video I talked about

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