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The Minimal Mom

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

New episodes: Weekly
Typical length: 34 min
Latest: 15 Nov 2024
Language: English

Latest episode

15 Nov 2024 · 36 min

The Story Behind the Stuff: Emotional Decluttering with T.K. Coleman

Are you burdened and overwhelmed by stuff? T.K. Coleman joins Dawn and encourages us to start with the story! When we unpack the story we find that is where the emotional declutter lives. IN THIS EPISODE: 0:00 Intro :52 - Why do we sometimes feel bad after decluttering? 6:10 - You have permission to get rid of things as slowly as you need! 8:57 - Decluttering is not one size fits all 9:34 - The story of the cork 13:50 - The correlation between our internal and emotional clutter 21:00 - T.K.’s entrance into minimalism 24:02(GEM) - The t-shirt example 28:30 How telling the story helps ABOUT…

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E68 · 1 Nov 2024 · 31 min
I want all of the holiday joy, but none of the clutter! (Q&A)
Do you love holiday decor, but also desire simplicity? Is your pile of recipes growing with no end in sight? Join Dawn as she tackles viewer questions and offers expert guidance to make decluttering easier and more manageable. 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: 0:00 Intro :50 - Minimalism and holiday decor 3:38 - How do I stop shopping? 9:11 - Simplicity in sentimental items 14:53 - Thrifting is my hobby - but I want to declutter! 19:08 - How do I organize my recipes? 22:51 - I LOVE reselling -…
E66 · 11 Oct 2024 · 43 min
Does a cluttered house mean a cluttered mind? (with The Urban Monk)
In a world of endless distractions and consumerism, can minimalism and mindfulness offer a pathway to deeper fulfillment? Join us as Dawn of The Minimal Mom and Dr. Pedram Shojai of The Urban Monk reveal how simplifying our surroundings and connecting with our inner selves can lead to a life of purpose, clarity, and peace."IN THIS EPISODE: 0:00 About Dr. Pedram Shojai 4:26 - Where do we begin? 9:03 - What is it like to become a monk? 12:30 - What work comes from? 17:20 - How can we regain focus? 24:04 - How did you look at things differently after returning from the monastery 28:37 - But…
E67 · 27 Sep 2024 · 35 min
How to make people get rid of stuff (with Matt Paxton & Zoe Kim)
Find Matt & Zoe's Master Class Here: https://resources.raisingsimple.com/keepthememoriesWhether you're anxious about inheriting unwanted items or overwhelmed by the thought of passing on a stockpile of stuff, this episode will help you navigate the emotional and practical side of managing family possessions.IN THIS EPISODE: 0:00 Introduction :40 Are some people just more sentimental? 4:07 Letting go of the pressure to keep things 7:38 How do we help our parents get rid of stuff? 10:30 About the legacy list 15:04 ...but everything is sentimental! 18:21 Navigating family members that think we…
E64 · 13 Sep 2024 · 34 min
Your House Isn’t the Problem – Your Cleaning Approach Might Be
The cleaning gurus make it look so easy! Why can’t I keep up? Is your house the problem, or is it your cleaning method? Listen in is as Dawn talks with Sarah McGlory about her adaptive cleaning method that really works! IN THIS EPISODE: 0:00 About Sarah 5:05 the correlation between the amount of support and cleanliness 6:28 how adaptive cleaning came about 9:40 (GEM) The basics of low capacity lists 13:25 - how hot mess mom culture failed us 20:00 the inventory connection 26:05 - about perfectionism 29:45 - the power of small steps ABOUT SARAH MCGLORY: Sarah is an advocate for adaptive…
E65 · 6 Sep 2024 · 30 min
I LOVE beautiful things, but want to be a minimalist!" And more! (Q+A)
WOW your family with a decluttered house! Join Take Your House Back for just $84 through Monday night! https://urlgeni.us/TYHBToday 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: 0:00 Answering your questions 0:48 I don’t have storage spaces - what are my options? 4:39 How do you organize all your chicken eggs? 9:26 I’m attracted to beautiful things, but I want to be a minimalist! 14:08 Tell me more about memory boxes! 21:03 How to keep a minimal wardrobe when your weight…
E63 · 30 Aug 2024 · 36 min
When solving a horrific problem is just simple math.
350,000 churches. 400,000 kids in the foster system. Listen in as Dawn talks with Trisha and Eric Porter of Backyard Orphans on their vision of how the church can solve this problem! IN THIS EPISODE: 0:00 - Intro 1:06 - How Eric and Trisha started Backyard Orphans 8:07 - How Backyard Orphans provides support for families wanting to foster 10:40 - How to take the stigma out of foster care 13:34 - Success stories 19:16 - Four ways to get involved in foster care 24:00 - Getting churches connected to agencies 33:50 - The best way to get involved in foster care ABOUT TRISHA AND ERIC: Eric Porter…
E62 · 23 Aug 2024 · 34 min
How to stop impulse spending with the trash can method
Get your FREE ticket to Get Organized HQ here: https://thegetorganizedhq.com/gohqv2024-freeticket-dawnmadsen/?a_aid=MinimalMom&a_bid=357bc036What if the key to getting out of debt is owning less and spending smarter? Could cutting the clutter in your life also mean cutting down your debt? Listen in as Dawn talks with Jen and Jill from The Frugal Friends podcast and be inspired to buy less, live well, and be a good steward! IN THIS EPISODE: 00:00 - intro :44 - The Trashcan Trick 2:50 - History of frugal friends 5:02 - Simplicity goes hand-in-hand with getting out of debt! 6:22 - Tips for…
E61 · 18 Aug 2024 · 27 min
25 Funny Questions Twins get Asked
Diana's Friendship Workshop: https://www.biblestudy.co/friend-workshop This is for you: - If you're tired of surface-level interactions, or friends who are always too busy to get together. - You crave a support system of friends who understand your unique challenges, limitations, or stage of life. - Your nest is empty, and you're ready to build friendships based on your own interests and faith. - You've moved homes or changed churches and you're eager to connect, but aren't sure how to break the ice. You don't have to live lonely. Please join us! COST: $10.00 In this episode: 00:00 25…
E60 · 16 Aug 2024 · 30 min
Anti-Procrastination Techniques that Truly Work
Do you find it challenging to declutter with ADHD? Are you looking for effective anti-procrastination techniques that truly work? How do you manage the constant stream of thoughts in your mind? How can you get your spouse to support your decluttering efforts? Join Dawn and Amy Revell, author, podcaster, and leading organizing and decluttering expert in Australia, as they discuss anti procrastination techniques that actually work and decluttering the most impactful areas in your home. Amy is a leading Decluttering and Organising Expert in Australia. She is a successful author, podcaster and…
E54 · 27 Jul 2024 · 33 min
How to Walk Into a Room with Emily P. Freeman
Do you find it difficult to trust your own judgment? Are you uncertain about what you truly believe? How do you make the tough decisions about whether to stay or move on? Is the idea of closure just a myth? Join Dawn as she talks with Emily P. Freeman, a Wall Street Journal bestselling author of five books, including her latest, “HOW TO WALK INTO A ROOM: The Art of Knowing When to Stay and When to Walk Away,” about spiritual decluttering, and the connection between simple living and spirituality. IN THIS EPISODE 3:01 How do you build trust with yourself? 5:35 Decluttering your inner life…
E59 · 25 Jul 2024 · 28 min
Addressing Negative Comments (I don't usually do this!)
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 Minimal Mom Mentorship Group: https://cli.re/minimal-mom-private-group Clear Trash Bag Organizer: https://urlgeni.us/amzn/trashbags Small Acrylic Containers: https://urlgeni.us/amzn/small Ikea Acrylic Containers:…
E58 · 14 Jul 2024 · 31 min
Why I wouldn't homeschool again
Get your Early Bird Brave Conference Ticket Here (just $37 until Monday at midnight!): https://www.made2homeschool.com/bravetickets Whether this is your first year or your 10th year of homeschooling, the Brave Conference is designed just for you! Join in to find encouragement, gain fresh inspiration and new ideas, build a supportive network, and prepare for the future with purpose. The sessions are tailored to meet you where you are in your homeschooling journey. Don't miss out on our early bird sign-up for only $37! Secure your spot today and take the next step toward a fulfilling and…
E57 · 9 Jul 2024 · 30 min
A Deathbed Epiphany + The Power of a Life Audit with Dr. Leonaura Rhodes
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: 1:29 I hated my “dream job.” 2:55 Unexpected life challenges 5:15 Death bed epiphany 6:05 This isn’t what I signed up for7:00 Simplifying with ADHD 8:20…
E56 · 28 Jun 2024 · 34 min
The "Bucket List" needs to go! Managing Summer Anxiety with Britt Frank
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…
E55 · 24 Jun 2024 · 27 min
Q+A: Letting go of Gifts, Hoarding & Homesteading, Fear & Guilt when Decluttering
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:1:30 I’m a homesteader, do I keep…
E53 · 14 Jun 2024 · 27 min
Cheap and Easy Design Tips for a Bright and Cheery Home
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…
E52 · 11 Jun 2024 · 40 min
How to Raise a Healthy Gamer with Dr. Alok Kanojia
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 01:13 Can we REALLY raise a "healthy" gamer? 03:58 What about gaming addiction?…
E51 · 31 May 2024 · 30 min
Q+A: "Can you settle a decluttering debate?" "How do I manage a 'Monica' closet?"
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? 06:27 My husband and I can't agree on this, help? 11:25 How do I push further without feeling guilty? 15:90 How do I get out of the comparison trap? 17:50 Decluttering with ADHD and no motivation, how do I get going? 23:30 How do I let go of perfectly good things?…
E50 · 24 May 2024 · 39 min
5 Tips on Surviving, Thriving & Decluttering with Chronic Illness
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 01:05 Sarah’s Story 3:10 Planning for sickness 5:50 Ask for help how you need in the way YOU need 11:24 How to help…
E48 · 17 May 2024 · 41 min
Clutter-Free Organization Tips for Neurodivergent Families
“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!”Listen in as Dawn speaks with Laurie, a professional organizer, about her personal experience raising a neurodivergent child, helping kids declutter, and her learnings along the way. IN THIS EPISODE: 0:00 Intro 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…
E47 · 10 May 2024 · 32 min
Growing up with very little, what we learned
What do two polar opposite, yet identical twins unanimously praise as the most impactful elements of their upbringing by their incredible mom (and dad, too!)? Listen in as Dawn and Dianna share about the benefits of growing up with little and the wonderful way it has shaped them. 0:00 Catching Up 8:50 Dawns new mothers necklace and wanting more kids? 11:05 Parenting tips that we learned from our mom 11:58 Tip #1 - Be realistic about what the family can handle and afford 22:33 Tip #2 Celebrate well 23:22 Tip #3 Don’t draw attention to the difference in families 27:28 - Tip #4 Love…
E45 · 3 May 2024 · 28 min
Q+A: "HELP! My 'fantasy self,' 'Just-in Case,' and 'Some Day' keep talking to me all at once!"
My kids want to keep everything - how do I help them declutter? I want clear counters, but where do I put the stuff? My “fantasy self,” “Justin Case,” and “Some Day” keep talking to me all at once - HELP!Listen in as Dawn answers from listeners on these topics and more! Want to record a decluttering question? You can do so here: https://sayhi.chat/MinimalMom 1:05 - How do I navigate kids with an age gap sharing room? 4:13 - I want clear counters, but where do I put the food? 7:26 - How do I get rid of my kids sentimental items? 13:49 - My “fantasy self,” “Justin Case,” and “Some Day” keep…
E44 · 26 Apr 2024 · 38 min
Clever Home Design Hacks (for any space & budget)
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…
E43 · 19 Apr 2024 · 1 hr
Screen Time SOS: Simple Steps to Rescue Your Child from Digital Overload
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…
E42 · 12 Apr 2024 · 29 min
We have no money, I can't risk needing to replace these things! (Q+A)
Take Your House Back (Just $94): https://cli.re/Take-Your-House-Back-Dawn The Next ALL DAY DECLUTTER is Saturday, April 27 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…
E41 · 5 Apr 2024 · 34 min
Project 333: Your Guide to a Stress-Free Wardrobe
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…
E40 · 29 Mar 2024 · 34 min
"Minimalism has saved our sanity & brought freedom to our lives!" with Minimalist Zoe Kim
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…
E39 · 22 Mar 2024 · 25 min
Chaos to Curated: How to Organize Your Digital Photos
Are you completely overwhelmed by the amount of digital photos saved in multiple places, on multiple devices? Do you dream of quickly and easily creating yearly photo books for your family, or simply being able to enjoy the memories? Today, Dawn and Casey von Stein (known online as Miss Freddy) share organizational strategies for digital photos so that you and your family can stop being stressed and start enjoying the memories. ABOUT CASEY: Casey is a professional photo organizer who took the organizational skills she fine-tuned during her 10 years as a professional photographer and created…
E38 · 15 Mar 2024 · 35 min
Q+A: Am I setting my kids up to hoard? Where to start with inherited things?
How can I encourage the value of decluttering without it pushing my kids in the opposite direction? Is it even possible to stop the constant flow of things from coming into our homes?Listen in as Dawn answers real questions from listeners! Want to record a decluttering question? You can do so here: https://sayhi.chat/MinimalMom Find Candace at Simply this Life here: https://www.youtube.com/@FancyThatwithCandice IN THIS EPISODE: -equipment sometimes fixes problems - but sometimes it doesn’t! -GEM: how to encourage your family to declutter without causing resentment or leading to more…

About The Minimal Mom

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

The Minimal Mom is a English learning podcast from Dawn Madsen. Melo plays each episode straight from the publisher's own feed — no ads added, no account needed — and remembers where you stopped, in this browser only.

Publisher: Dawn Madsen
Language: English
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New episodes: Weekly
Typical length: 34 min
Latest episode: 15 Nov 2024
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