EP22: Minimalist Confessions

For those that are new around here, I release bonus episodes that serve a niche part of my audience, I have listeners of all faith backgrounds that listen to the podcast. This episode is coming from a christian perspective so if that’s something that doesn’t fit what you’re looking for, check out the other episode that dropped this week or join me back here next Tuesday for a conversation that you don’t want to miss! How can we cultivate a home filled with love, peace, and faith in a world that often values perfection? In this episode, Jennifer Pepito, author of 'Habits for a Sacred Home,' joins me to explore how love, peace, and faithfulness can transform our living spaces. Jennifer shares nine timeless practices from history that can anchor and restore modern families, along with inspiring stories of women who lived with integrity and faith. Join us as we uncover the balance of simplicity, community, and staying connected to God in creating a home that nourishes the soul. ------------------------------- Links Discussed in This Episode | Order a copy of my book: Minimalist Moms: Living and Parenting with Simplicity Connect with Jennifer: Website Instagram Podcast: Restoration Home with Jennifer Pepito Book: Habits of a Sacred Home Episode Sponsors | The Minimalist Moms Podcast would not be possible without the support of weekly sponsors. Choosing brands that I believe in is important to me. I only want to recommend brands that I believe may help you in your daily life. As always, never feel pressured into buying anything. Remember: if you don't need it, it's not a good deal! Enjoy this Podcast? Post a review and share it! If you enjoyed tuning into this podcast, then do not hesitate to write a review. You can also share this with your fellow mothers so that they can be inspired to think more and do with less.  Order (or review) my book, Minimalist Moms: Living & Parenting With Simplicity. Questions? You can contact me through my website, find me on Instagram, Pinterest or like The Minimalist Moms Page on Facebook. Checkout the Minimalist Moms Podcast storefront for recommendations from Diane. Need help decluttering? I'm here to help! If you’ve been struggling with motivation to declutter, I’d love to help you achieve your goals in your home. We’ll work together (locally or virtually) to discover what areas in your home are high priority to get you feeling less overwhelmed right away. For more info on my processes, fees, and availability please contact! Our Sponsors: * Check out Acorns Early: https://acornsearly.com/MINIMALISTMOMS * Check out Bioma Health and use my code MINIMALIST for a great deal: https://gobioma.com/MINIMALIST * Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/MINIMALIST * Check out Moon & Skin and use my code MINIMALIST for a great deal: https://moonandskin.com * Check out PharmaNutra and use my code MINIMALIST for a great deal: https://pharmanutra-us.com * Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/minimalist Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/minimalist-moms-podcast-simple-living-for-overwhelmed-moms/exclusive-content Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

13 Elo 202434min

For those that are new around here, I release bonus episodes that serve a niche part of my audience, I have listeners of all faith backgrounds that listen to the podcast. This episode is coming from a christian perspective so if that’s something that doesn’t fit what you’re looking for, check out the other episode that dropped this week about balancing the self and selflessness with Kelly Weekers or join me back here next Tuesday for a conversation that you don’t want to miss! In this episode, Diane interviews Jep and Jessica Robertson, authors of the book 'Dear Valor' and stars of the show 'Duck Dynasty.' The conversation revolves around their adoption story and the challenges and joys of raising an adopted child. They discuss the importance of intentionality in adoption, the struggles of identity and fitting in, and the unconditional love they have for their son. They also talk about their new book, which aims to explain adoption to children and promote understanding and acceptance. A short and sweet - yet profound - episode! Episode Chapters: 05:01 | Transitioning into Parenthood 09:40 | Intentionality in Adoption 12:45 | The Book 'Dear Valor' 14:55 | The Role of Reading in Their Family 16:37 | Future Writing Plans 18:21 | Final Encouragement for Those Considering Adoption 20:03 |How They Met ------------------------------- Links Discussed in This Episode | Order a copy of my book: Minimalist Moms: Living and Parenting with Simplicity Watch the conversation on YouTube Connect with Jess + Jep: Instagram (Jess) Instagram (Jep) Book: Dear Valor Episode Sponsors | The Minimalist Moms Podcast would not be possible without the support of weekly sponsors. Choosing brands that I believe in is important to me. I only want to recommend brands that I believe may help you in your daily life. As always, never feel pressured into buying anything. Remember: if you don't need it, it's not a good deal! Enjoy this Podcast? Post a review and share it! If you enjoyed tuning into this podcast, then do not hesitate to write a review. You can also share this with your fellow mothers so that they can be inspired to think more and do with less.  Order (or review) my book, Minimalist Moms: Living & Parenting With Simplicity. Questions? You can contact me through my website, find me on Instagram, Pinterest or like The Minimalist Moms Page on Facebook. Checkout the Minimalist Moms Podcast storefront for recommendations from Diane. Need help decluttering? I'm here to help! If you’ve been struggling with motivation to declutter, I’d love to help you achieve your goals in your home. We’ll work together (locally or virtually) to discover what areas in your home are high priority to get you feeling less overwhelmed right away. For more info on my processes, fees, and availability please contact! Our Sponsors: * Check out Acorns Early: https://acornsearly.com/MINIMALISTMOMS * Check out Bioma Health and use my code MINIMALIST for a great deal: https://gobioma.com/MINIMALIST * Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/MINIMALIST * Check out Moon & Skin and use my code MINIMALIST for a great deal: https://moonandskin.com * Check out PharmaNutra and use my code MINIMALIST for a great deal: https://pharmanutra-us.com * Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/minimalist Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/minimalist-moms-podcast-simple-living-for-overwhelmed-moms/exclusive-content Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

6 Elo 202421min

Joining me today is the lovely, Kelly Weekers. Kelly is now one of Europe’s leading psychology experts, a 3x best-selling author, a regular spokesperson in the international media, and most importantly, a devoted mother of two. Her latest book, Choosing Me, speaks to being able to choose yourself, upgrading your inner circle, how to find out who you are and what makes you happy, and many more hard-hitting truths that will help you uplift your life, authentically. Today we dive into all of these topics as well as, Kelly sharing her insights on balancing self-love with selflessness - something I wanted to be sure to touch on! Episode Chapters 01:28 | The Importance of Authenticity and Self-Discovery 07:19 | Choosing Me: Balancing Self-Love and Selflessness 16:25 | Reconnecting with Your Inner Voice 23:00 |Finding Balance: Taking Care of Yourself and Others ------------------------------- Links Discussed in This Episode | Order a copy of my book: Minimalist Moms: Living and Parenting with Simplicity Diane's Resource: Podcast Episode: Unlocking Self-Discovery Through Shadow Work Journaling | Keila Shaheen Connect with Kelly: Website Instagram Book: Choosing Me: Staying True to Yourself and Living the Life You Want Episode Sponsors | The Minimalist Moms Podcast would not be possible without the support of weekly sponsors. Choosing brands that I believe in is important to me. I only want to recommend brands that I believe may help you in your daily life. As always, never feel pressured into buying anything. Remember: if you don't need it, it's not a good deal! Enjoy this Podcast? Post a review and share it! If you enjoyed tuning into this podcast, then do not hesitate to write a review. You can also share this with your fellow mothers so that they can be inspired to think more and do with less.  Order (or review) my book, Minimalist Moms: Living & Parenting With Simplicity. Questions? You can contact me through my website, find me on Instagram, Pinterest or like The Minimalist Moms Page on Facebook. Checkout the Minimalist Moms Podcast storefront for recommendations from Diane. Need help decluttering? I'm here to help! If you’ve been struggling with motivation to declutter, I’d love to help you achieve your goals in your home. We’ll work together (locally or virtually) to discover what areas in your home are high priority to get you feeling less overwhelmed right away. For more info on my processes, fees, and availability please contact! Our Sponsors: * Check out Acorns Early: https://acornsearly.com/MINIMALISTMOMS * Check out Bioma Health and use my code MINIMALIST for a great deal: https://gobioma.com/MINIMALIST * Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/MINIMALIST * Check out Moon & Skin and use my code MINIMALIST for a great deal: https://moonandskin.com * Check out PharmaNutra and use my code MINIMALIST for a great deal: https://pharmanutra-us.com * Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/minimalist Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/minimalist-moms-podcast-simple-living-for-overwhelmed-moms/exclusive-content Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

6 Elo 202435min

Struggling to get your child to sleep peacefully through the night? In today’s episode, slept expert, Jessica Berk, spills her secrets to a successful bedtime routine. Learn how to establish a consistent routine with clearly defined steps and involve your child to promote cooperation. She'll also share how certain bedtime books can help ease separation anxiety. This episode is sure to provide practical tips to ensure your child gets the restful sleep they need! ------------------------------- Links Discussed in This Episode | Order a Copy of Minimalist Moms: Living and Parenting with Simplicity Book: The Invisible String by Patrice Karst Jessica's Resource: You Are a Badass by Jen Sincero Connect with Jessica: Website Instagram YouTube channel  Podcast Episode Sponsors | The Minimalist Moms Podcast would not be possible without the support of weekly sponsors. Choosing brands that I believe in is important to me. I only want to recommend brands that I believe may help you in your daily life. As always, never feel pressured into buying anything. Remember: if you don't need it, it's not a good deal! Enjoy this Podcast? Post a review and share it! If you enjoyed tuning into this podcast, then do not hesitate to write a review. You can also share this with your fellow mothers so that they can be inspired to think more and do with less.  Order (or review) my book, Minimalist Moms: Living & Parenting With Simplicity. Questions? You can contact me through my website, find me on Instagram, Pinterest or like The Minimalist Moms Page on Facebook. Checkout the Minimalist Moms Podcast storefront for recommendations from Diane. Need help decluttering? I'm here to help! If you’ve been struggling with motivation to declutter, I’d love to help you achieve your goals in your home. We’ll work together (locally or virtually) to discover what areas in your home are high priority to get you feeling less overwhelmed right away. For more info on my processes, fees, and availability please contact! Our Sponsors: * Check out Acorns Early: https://acornsearly.com/MINIMALISTMOMS * Check out Bioma Health and use my code MINIMALIST for a great deal: https://gobioma.com/MINIMALIST * Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/MINIMALIST * Check out Moon & Skin and use my code MINIMALIST for a great deal: https://moonandskin.com * Check out PharmaNutra and use my code MINIMALIST for a great deal: https://pharmanutra-us.com * Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/minimalist Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/minimalist-moms-podcast-simple-living-for-overwhelmed-moms/exclusive-content Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

2 Elo 202426min

Ever wondered how to reduce parental stress while fostering healthy habits in your kids? In today’s episode, I spoke with Dr. Joel Warsh, a renowned integrative pediatrician specializing in parenting, wellness, & integrative medicine. We discuss the balance between Western medicine & natural remedies, the role of food and toxins in chronic diseases, & how small changes can lead to long-term improvements. Tune in for practical tips and groundbreaking advice from one of the top voices in pediatric wellness. Episode Chapters 01:39 | Dr. Joel Warsh's Background and Approach 06:20 | Addressing the Root Causes of Health Issues 09:08 | The Challenges Faced by Doctors 12:54 | Promoting Healthier Lifestyles in Society 23:17 | Reducing Stress and Creating a Low-Stress Home 26:51 |Exploring Natural Remedies and Minimalism for a Healthier Lifestyle 30:41 |Trusting Your Instincts as a Parent 32:13 | Understanding the Effects of Sugar and Opting for Natural Sweeteners 35:43 | The Benefits of Fever in Fighting Off Infections ------------------------------- Links Discussed in This Episode | Diane's Resource: Minimalist Moms: Living and Parenting with Simplicity | Previous Episode: Reset Your Relationship with Your Phone with Joey Odom (EP345) | The Opt-Out Family | How to Give Your Kids What Technology Can't with Erin Loechner (EP339) Connect with Joel: Website Instagram Book: Parenting at Your Child's Pace by Joel Warsh Episode Sponsors | The Minimalist Moms Podcast would not be possible without the support of weekly sponsors. Choosing brands that I believe in is important to me. I only want to recommend brands that I believe may help you in your daily life. As always, never feel pressured into buying anything. Remember: if you don't need it, it's not a good deal! Enjoy this Podcast? Post a review and share it! If you enjoyed tuning into this podcast, then do not hesitate to write a review. You can also share this with your fellow mothers so that they can be inspired to think more and do with less.  Order (or review) my book, Minimalist Moms: Living & Parenting With Simplicity. Questions? You can contact me through my website, find me on Instagram, Pinterest or like The Minimalist Moms Page on Facebook. Checkout the Minimalist Moms Podcast storefront for recommendations from Diane. Need help decluttering? I'm here to help! If you’ve been struggling with motivation to declutter, I’d love to help you achieve your goals in your home. We’ll work together (locally or virtually) to discover what areas in your home are high priority to get you feeling less overwhelmed right away. For more info on my processes, fees, and availability please contact! Our Sponsors: * Check out Acorns Early: https://acornsearly.com/MINIMALISTMOMS * Check out Bioma Health and use my code MINIMALIST for a great deal: https://gobioma.com/MINIMALIST * Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/MINIMALIST * Check out Moon & Skin and use my code MINIMALIST for a great deal: https://moonandskin.com * Check out PharmaNutra and use my code MINIMALIST for a great deal: https://pharmanutra-us.com * Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/minimalist Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/minimalist-moms-podcast-simple-living-for-overwhelmed-moms/exclusive-content Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

30 Heinä 202435min

For those that are new around here, I release bonus episodes that serve a niche part of my audience, I have listeners of all faith backgrounds that listen to the podcast. This episode is coming from a christian perspective so if that’s something that doesn’t fit what you’re looking for, check out the other episode that dropped this week about toxic achievement culture with Jennifer Wallace or join me back here next Tuesday for a conversation that you don’t want to miss! Joining me today is the Vice President of Education and Publishing at Minno (a streaming platform for kids), Jessica Wolstenholm. They discuss how to use screen time to positively engage with children and encourage their faith. Jessica discusses the importance of normalizing faith in children's entertainment and providing them with opportunities to see their faith lived out on screen. She also talks about the 2 to 14 window, which is the critical period for children to make a decision about following Jesus. My hope is that this conversation provides practical tips for incorporating faith into daily routines and cultivating scripture memory in children. Episode Chapters: 02:36 | Using Screen Time to Positively Engage with Children & Encourage Their Faith 06:42 | Normalizing Faith in Children's Entertainment 13:52 | The Two to 14 Window: A Critical Period for Children's Faith 25:46 | Cultivating Scripture Memory in Children ------------------------------- Links Discussed in This Episode | Order a Copy of Minimalist Moms: Living and Parenting with Simplicity Laugh and Grow Bible for Kids A brand new Laugh and Grow Bible 30 min special on the life of Jesus. It's called Who is Jesus? and you can get more info here: gominno.com/jesus Book: A Long Obedience in the Same Direction by Eugene Peterson Book: Little Habits, Big Faith by Christie Thomas Pool Noodle Bible Memory Verse Game  Little Habits, Big Faith by Christie Thomas Jessica's Resource: Practicing the Way by John Mark Comer Connect with Jessica: Website Instagram Episode Sponsors | The Minimalist Moms Podcast would not be possible without the support of weekly sponsors. Choosing brands that I believe in is important to me. I only want to recommend brands that I believe may help you in your daily life. As always, never feel pressured into buying anything. Remember: if you don't need it, it's not a good deal! Enjoy this Podcast? Post a review and share it! If you enjoyed tuning into this podcast, then do not hesitate to write a review. You can also share this with your fellow mothers so that they can be inspired to think more and do with less.  Order (or review) my book, Minimalist Moms: Living & Parenting With Simplicity. Questions? You can contact me through my website, find me on Instagram, or like The Minimalist Moms Page on Facebook. Checkout the Minimalist Moms Podcast storefront for recommendations from Diane. Need help decluttering? I'm here to help! If you’ve been struggling with motivation to declutter, I’d love to help you achieve your goals in your home. We’ll work together (locally or virtually) to discover what areas in your home are high priority to get you feeling less overwhelmed right away. For more info on my processes, fees, and availability please contact! Our Sponsors: * Check out Acorns Early: https://acornsearly.com/MINIMALISTMOMS * Check out Bioma Health and use my code MINIMALIST for a great deal: https://gobioma.com/MINIMALIST * Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/MINIMALIST * Check out Moon & Skin and use my code MINIMALIST for a great deal: https://moonandskin.com * Check out PharmaNutra and use my code MINIMALIST for a great deal: https://pharmanutra-us.com * Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/minimalist Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/minimalist-moms-podcast-simple-living-for-overwhelmed-moms/exclusive-content Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

26 Heinä 202433min

Today's students face unprecedented pressure to succeed, cramming their schedules with AP classes and resume-padding activities, often at the expense of their well-being and relationships. Family incomes and schedules are strained by tutoring fees and athletic commitments, leading to increased anxiety, depression, and self-harm in high-achieving schools. Today's guest, author, Jennifer Wallace explores the root(s) of this toxic culture and is here to offer solutions to develop the resilience and self-confidence for our students to thrive. Episode Chapters: 01:34 |Exploring Toxic Achievement Culture 08:43 |The Impact of Economic Factors 15:05 | Combatting Toxic Achievement Culture Through Minimalism 21:23 | The Importance of Mattering in Children's Lives 28:12 | Developing an Other-Oriented Mindset ------------------------------- Links Discussed in This Episode | Order a Copy of Minimalist Moms: Living and Parenting with Simplicity Diane's Resource: Instagram Post Connect with Jennifer: Website Instagram Book: Never Enough: When Achievement Culture Becomes Toxic-and What We Can Do About It Episode Sponsors | The Minimalist Moms Podcast would not be possible without the support of weekly sponsors. Choosing brands that I believe in is important to me. I only want to recommend brands that I believe may help you in your daily life. As always, never feel pressured into buying anything. Remember: if you don't need it, it's not a good deal! Enjoy this Podcast? Post a review and share it! If you enjoyed tuning into this podcast, then do not hesitate to write a review. You can also share this with your fellow mothers so that they can be inspired to think more and do with less.  Order (or review) my book, Minimalist Moms: Living & Parenting With Simplicity. Questions? You can contact me through my website, find me on Instagram, Pinterest or like The Minimalist Moms Page on Facebook. Checkout the Minimalist Moms Podcast storefront for recommendations from Diane. Need help decluttering? I'm here to help! If you’ve been struggling with motivation to declutter, I’d love to help you achieve your goals in your home. We’ll work together (locally or virtually) to discover what areas in your home are high priority to get you feeling less overwhelmed right away. For more info on my processes, fees, and availability please contact! Our Sponsors: * Check out Acorns Early: https://acornsearly.com/MINIMALISTMOMS * Check out Bioma Health and use my code MINIMALIST for a great deal: https://gobioma.com/MINIMALIST * Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/MINIMALIST * Check out Moon & Skin and use my code MINIMALIST for a great deal: https://moonandskin.com * Check out PharmaNutra and use my code MINIMALIST for a great deal: https://pharmanutra-us.com * Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/minimalist Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/minimalist-moms-podcast-simple-living-for-overwhelmed-moms/exclusive-content Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

23 Heinä 202430min

On today's episode, I spoke with Joey Odom, one of the visionaries behind Aro, a tech company with a refreshing mission, helping us disconnect from our phones to truly connect with each other. Joey, a father of two, opens up about the challenges of parenting in the digital age. He shares a poignant and vulnerable story about missing an important moment with his child because he was glued to his phone. This conversation serves as a powerful reminder to reset our habits and prioritize the people who matter most. Use code "MINIMALISTMOMS" to receive a discount on your Aro Box (you can also use the code to receive a $15 discount on an annual membership or a $24 discount on a 2-year membership!) Episode Chapters: 04:36 | Joey's Journey and the Importance of Being Present 09:16 | Missed Moments and Death by a Thousand Glances 13:45 | The Power of Being Fully Present 16:22 | The Role of the Aro Box 21:17 | Creating Balance: Establishing Sacred Times and Places 23:40 | Moments of Connection: Putting Down Your Phone for Meaningful Conversations 25:58 | Start Small, Build Endurance: Making Lasting Changes 29:54 | Personal Story: Watching a Movie without a Phone 33:46 | Conclusion: Start with Yourself and Stop at Nothing ------------------------------- Links Discussed in This Episode | Order a Copy of Minimalist Moms: Living and Parenting with Simplicity Joey's Resource: 1000 Hours Outside Connect with Joey: Podcast Website Instagram Episode Sponsors | The Minimalist Moms Podcast would not be possible without the support of weekly sponsors. Choosing brands that I believe in is important to me. I only want to recommend brands that I believe may help you in your daily life. As always, never feel pressured into buying anything. Remember: if you don't need it, it's not a good deal! Enjoy this Podcast? Post a review and share it! If you enjoyed tuning into this podcast, then do not hesitate to write a review. You can also share this with your fellow mothers so that they can be inspired to think more and do with less.  Order (or review) my book, Minimalist Moms: Living & Parenting With Simplicity. Questions? You can contact me through my website, find me on Instagram, Pinterest or like The Minimalist Moms Page on Facebook. Checkout the Minimalist Moms Podcast storefront for recommendations from Diane. Need help decluttering? I'm here to help! If you’ve been struggling with motivation to declutter, I’d love to help you achieve your goals in your home. We’ll work together (locally or virtually) to discover what areas in your home are high priority to get you feeling less overwhelmed right away. For more info on my processes, fees, and availability please contact! Our Sponsors: * Check out Acorns Early: https://acornsearly.com/MINIMALISTMOMS * Check out Bioma Health and use my code MINIMALIST for a great deal: https://gobioma.com/MINIMALIST * Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/MINIMALIST * Check out Moon & Skin and use my code MINIMALIST for a great deal: https://moonandskin.com * Check out PharmaNutra and use my code MINIMALIST for a great deal: https://pharmanutra-us.com * Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/minimalist Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/minimalist-moms-podcast-simple-living-for-overwhelmed-moms/exclusive-content Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

16 Heinä 202440min