Tag: simple living

Why I Love Tiny House Living — Ep. 25

Posted on by Katie Coughran

There are so many things to love about minimalism. Living in a small space can be one of them. We’ve lived in all kinds of home sizes, but right now, we’re loving our tiny house on wheels. In this episode, I’ll tell you why.

What I’m Reading:
Sisters of Bloodcreek Trilogy by Mary Gray and Cammie Larsen
Hush, Now Forget — Book 1
Sleep, Don’t Fret — Book 2
Rise, Take Flight — Book 3

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

Instagram @howtobeaminimalist

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How to Create a Minimalist Wardrobe — Ep. 23

Posted on by Katie Coughran

There are a lot of reasons to practice living with minimal clothing. In this episode, we offer some tips on how to accomplish a minimalist closet, as well as some of the pros of having fewer articles of clothing. Have a listen to the podcast episode by clicking the play button below:


A Shopper’s Manifesto — the article we talk about

WearPact.com — not an affiliate link, just a place we love to shop

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!

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Four MORE Ways to Practice Simple Living — Ep. 22

Posted on by Katie Coughran

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: @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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#Simpleliving #minimalism

Minimalism Requires Practice — New Mini Ep. #6

Posted on by Katie Coughran

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

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

Instagram @howtobeaminimalist— Josiah’s Instagram

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

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Minimalism for Yourself, not Others

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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!

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: 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!

Minimalism for the Family — Podcast Episode 19

Posted on by Katie Coughran

Minimalism is a beautiful thing. Adding family into the mix can quickly make things a little more difficult, though. Hopefully, we’ve got some insights you can apply to the way you practice minimalism with your loved ones.

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!

Armik — Spanish Guitar music we often listen to in our tiny home on wheels

Brian Regan — Balloon and Wallet Bit

Minimalism for Families: The Dos and Don’ts article from bemorewithless.com

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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!



If you hang out on Instagram, I post to my story most days here: Katie’s Instagram 

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!

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!

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

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!