Minimalish Mom

Mar 03 2025 40 ep. 34 mins 8
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Join me on a journey of building a rich and satisfying life with more joy, and less hedonic treadmill. We explore the intersection of minimalism, stoicism, and financial independence from the perspective of a forty-something mother, lawyer, and life design enthusiast. How can these three practices help us build the lives we want? Tune in to learn more!

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Ep. 40 - The Joy of Buy It For Life (Or At Least A Very Long Time)

Mar 03 2025 28 mins  
Do you love the idea of buying a classic, well-made piece and keeping it for life? In this episode we discuss whether the buy-it-for-life approach necessitates a high price tag (spoiler alert: it doesn't!), what candidates are for a buy-it-for-life approach, and best practices for maintaining our things for the long term. Plus, a little recommended reading.As always, please rea

Ep. 39 - The Art of Reframing: Frugality As Luxury

Feb 24 2025 27 mins  
Join for the second episode in a mini-series on reframing our thinking to enhance our lives.This week, we address the idea of frugality as luxury. What? Ce n'est pas possible! Oh, but it is! Listen in to learn about how we can reframe frugal choices throughout our homes as opportunities for level up our experiences.Please reach out:@MinimalishMom on Instagram, or theminimalishmompo

Ep. 38 - The Art of Reframing: Inconvenience As Opportunity

Feb 17 2025 27 mins  
This week and next, join as we discuss the art of reframing our thinking to enhance our lives.Today’s episode: how can we re-examine minor inconveniences to search for a seed of opportunity — to become stronger, to build our patience, or maybe even… to have fun?Thoughts? Examples? I’d love to hear! Please reach out:@MinimalishMom on Instagram, or theminimalishmompodcast@gma

Ep. 37 - Stylish Sustainability with Kelly of the Points and Miles Doc

Feb 10 2025 57 mins  
Can a sustainable, Earth-lovin' life also be stylish and adventurous? Can we see the world while saving the planet? Join me for a conversation with Kelly of the Points and Miles Doc as we discuss how to embrace a life you love while also taking care of our planet.Find Kelly on Instagram at ⁠@pointsandmilesdoc⁠ or on the web at ⁠https://www.pointsandmilesdoc.com/ ⁠And as alw

Ep. 36 - Want to Be Financially Free? It’s the Lexus… and the Lattes

Feb 03 2025 32 mins  
Does financial independence seem like a pipe dream? Not only is it more achievable than many people realize, but small changes can make a big difference in how soon you reach it. Tune in for a discussion of how we can identify low-value spending, ruthlessly slash it, and cut years off our journey to financial independence. The math is simple. The process is fun. And the results a

Ep. 35 - Who Cares What "They" Say? Embracing Our True Selves in Middle Age

Jan 27 2025 38 mins  
Were you "a pleasure to have in class?" Worry about what "they" will think if you show your true self? In this episode, we talk about the process of shedding those worries in service of becoming the best and most authentic version of yourself. Whether it's how you spend your money or your time, or how you present yourself in the world, this episode is all about setting aside perfo

Ep. 34 - Maggie of Inside Out Money on the Why of FI (Financial Independence)

Jan 20 2025 58 mins  
Ever considered how it would feel to be financially independent... fully work-optional... and even retire early? Tune in to this week's episode with the amazing Maggie Tucker, early retiree and host of the Inside Out Money podcast. Maggie and I discuss the "why of FI" (financial independence) and her decision to retire early, at age 41. Put those together, and I guess you could sa

Ep. 33 - How My Family Enjoyed $58,000+ In Free Travel in 2024 — And You Can Too!

Jan 13 2025 50 mins  
Want to show your family the world, but don't want to tank your dreams of financial independence? Hit "play" for an in-the-weeds "travel hacking" discussions about choosing cards to open, improving your points earnings, and what it really takes to move and house families on trips. No secrets, no gatekeeping -- just straight talk! Learn how to book 10 international, lie-flat, busin

Ep. 32 - INs and OUTs for 2025

Jan 06 2025 26 mins  
Mocha mousse brown, whimsical peplums, and statement bracelets? Nah. Let's keep inching up Maslow's hierarchy of needs and get to the really good stuff near that self-actualization peak. INs such as authenticity, and OUTs along the lines of caring how people judge us. Please share your INs and OUTs for 2025! [email protected] IG: MinimalishMom

Ep. 31 - Is 2025 Really the Year of NO AMAZON?

Dec 30 2024 40 mins  
A big, hairy, audacious goal... or a silly one? An achievable aim, or bound to fail? Whatever you think of it, join in to hear the WHY and the HOW of making 2025 the Year of No Amazon.