Tag: minimalist

Minimalism for Yourself, not Others

Posted on by Katie Coughran

Minimalism is such an incredibly personal, individualistic practice. However, sometimes it’s difficult to remember that, which allows us to be influenced by outside sources when it comes to how or even IF we should practice minimalism. Click the play button below to have a listen:

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

Instagram @howtobeaminimalist— Josiah’s Instagram

The Darwin Awards Podcast — Josiah’s Podcast

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

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How to Spring Clean like a Minimalist: Garage and Odd Jobs Edition — Ep. 5

Posted on by Katie Coughran

In the last of this five-part series, we dive into how to spring clean the last of your home with purpose. I also give a list of several things I often overlook when I’m cleaning. I hope you find this series helpful and that your home is getting into your ideal order.

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

Instagram @howtobeaminimalist— Josiah’s Instagram

The Darwin Awards Podcast — Josiah’s Podcast

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

Your support of the show is so very appreciated! Ratings, reviews, and Patreon patronage all sustain this show. Don’t forget that Patrons now get bonus episodes! Thanks so much!

Want to leave a tip in my virtual tip jar? You can Venmo me @HowtobeaMinimalist Thank you so much for your support!

How to Spring Clean like a Minimalist: Living Room Edition — Podcast Mini Episode

Posted on by Katie Coughran

I’m back with another Spring Cleaning Minimalist Mini and this time, we’re guessing how much loose change you’ll find under your couch cushions. Taking a good look around your living room, I have a few tips for getting it nice and tidy with good vibes and functionality. Hit the play button below to give it a listen!



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And if you want to follow along with our RV lifestyle, follow us here where my husband mostly keeps everyone filled in:  Josiah’s Instagram

The Darwin Awards Podcast — Josiah’s Podcast

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

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Minimalism Progress IS Perfection — How to be a Minimalist Podcast Ep. 18

Posted on by Katie Coughran

Progress over perfection — I wish I would have practiced this a lot earlier in life. Instead, I focused on perfection and constant failures. As with any endeavor, we can get frustrated during our minimalist journey. Here, I discuss several ways we can improve our mindset and happily continue onward. Click below to listen.

Katie’s Instagram — Josiah’s Instagram

The Darwin Awards Podcast — Josiah’s Podcast

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

Here’s the caseinterview.com article I talked about during the show

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7 Ways Minimalism Brings Peace Into Your Life — Ep. 17

Posted on by Katie Coughran

Most people I know would LOVE to find a little more peace in their lives. Minimalism may not be the only answer, but it has significantly changed my life and has definitely added to my peace. There’s so much comfort in not only knowing your home is in order and not nagging at you to tidy up, but also to practice emotional minimalism and letting go of negativity.

I hope you enjoy the episode and find more peace in your life! Click the play button below to listen:


Katie’s Instagram — Josiah’s Instagram

The Darwin Awards Podcast — Josiah’s Podcast

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

The ZenHabits.net article I talked about during the show

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

Posted on by Katie Coughran

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!

Hit the PLAY button below to listen in on the episode.

Katie’s Instagram — Josiah’s Instagram

The Darwin Awards Podcast — Josiah’s Podcast

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

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

Posted on by Katie Coughran

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.

Click the play button below to listen:

Katie’s Instagram — Josiah’s Instagram

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

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Stuff You Can Borrow or Rent

Posted on by Katie Coughran

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.

Katie’s Instagram — Josiah’s Instagram

The Darwin Awards Podcast — Josiah’s Podcast

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

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

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Self-Care for Men and Women: Podcast Episode 13

Posted on by Katie Coughran

Let’s get real, here. When I think of self-care articles I’ve read in the past, most of them talk about taking time for a bubble bath or getting a massage. These work great for some, but Personally, I’m always left wanting after this type of self-care. On top of that, I’ve never heard many people talk about self-care for men, but they need it, too. We all need to take a moment out of our day or week to fill our needs. And we should be figuring out and participating in activities that are truly fulfilling and adding value to our lives.

Click the play button below to listen to this episode:

The Ocean at the End of the Lane — Novel by Neil Gaiman — Gifted to me by the lovely Fabled Collective for being her patron (the book is an affiliate link — thanks for supporting the show at no cost to you)

Two Weeks Notice — Listing because it’s hilarious the way we talked about it (affiliate link — thanks for supporting the show at no cost to you)

Katie’s Instagram — Josiah’s Instagram

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

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Articles we talked about:
11 Habits of Successful Women – Project Hot Mess
Five Self-Care Ideas for the Modern Man

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

Posted on by Katie Coughran

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 Instagram — Josiah’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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