Looking to save time, money, and the environment but also want to do it all for free? Today we're going to talk about doing a Low-Buy or No-buy Year which will accomplish all that and more~ We'll talk about how to identify problem areas, common pitfalls, and how to set yourself up for success~ and for those of you who joined me for my No-Buy July in the summer, you'll be even more ready to make some minor changes that will lead to major rewards~ 💖  🗓️ My No-Buy July video:...

In the "That's How They Get You" mini series, we talk about some of the tricks retailers use to try to get us to spend money on things we don't need and won't use... Today's episode will be about what goes on at brick and mortar stores and how mirrors, lighting, and subliminal elitism are used to trick you into making purchases that you'll later regret... and how to get in and out with the best deals and none of the regrets~ 💖 👗 Online vs In-Store Preferences: https://tinyurl.com/3y9ety9z 👚...

In the "That's How They Get You" mini series, we talk about some of the tricks retailers use to try to get us to spend money on things we don't need and won't use... and how these tactics can get you to spend way more than you wanted to at the grocery store. What are the subliminal tactics that are being used against you when you're shopping for your weekly food shop, and what can you do to avoid them? 💖   👋 Right vs left-handedness: https://tinyurl.com/d5ccsdwr 🥣Creepy Kids' Cereals:...

In the "That's How They Get You" mini series, we talk about some of the tricks retailers use to try to get us to spend money on things we don't need and won't use... and how these tactics sometimes result in lawsuits. In the inaugural episode, we'll be talking about how seemingly innocuous tags on items can be filled with a lot of hidden tricks to get you away from your hard-earned money, and how to spot them... because once you know the tricks, you can outsmart them~ 💖   📕 TJ Maxx...

With Black Friday, Cyber Monday, and all the other Pre-Winter Holiday sales coming up, how can you make sure not to get sucked in to buying things you don't need, without completely swearing off Black Friday and buying everything full price? Today we're going to talk strategies and how to keep things as stress-free and minimal as the holidays allow, including how to shop online, in-person door-buster deals, and some other places that might not be on everyone's radar~ 💖 📔 Check out my blog:...

From the changes in our daily lives and habits, to the corruption of the institution of free and fair elections, to crimes against humanity, today we're going to talk about some of the harsher realities driving people to go more digitally minimal. There are darker topics in this episode, but I've done my best to keep out too many details, though I will be leaving links for further insight below, and encourage you to do your own research as well. 👩‍🏫   📕 FB and Myanmar:...

Today we're going to be talking about how to decorate and celebrate Halloween in a frugal, environmentally-friendly, and minimalist way~ I'll also include tips on fun party drinks, Samhain traditions, and some of my personal favorite ways to bring in those autumnal vibes~ 💖   🎵 "Autumn Walk" ambient noise: https://tinyurl.com/355nkj47 🍷 Mulled Wine: https://tinyurl.com/vmt22t7m 🍹 Non-Alcoholic Mulled Wine: https://tinyurl.com/hncs9yx4 🍲 Simmer Pot Recipes:...

No matter what kind of minimalist you are or how tidy your space looks, you'll still need to clean~ But how can you make seemingly boring and mundane chores a little bit more bearable, and maybe even a bit ~aesthetically pleasing~? That's what we'll be talking about in today's episode~ 💖   🎵 Music meme by Nick Seluk: https://tinyurl.com/ffmbee3d  📔 Check out my blog: https://mindfulminimalismnow.wordpress.com/ 📺 Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Ab4iqO9rUPk ☕ Treat me to a cup of...

Do you want to do the Minimalist Game, but know you don't have enough stuff to declutter to finish out the month? Or maybe you want to try it out before plunging into the full challenge? Join me in doing the shorter version where we get rid of 28 items in 7 days and find out what I got rid of when I did it this week~ 💖 ✨Kay's Original Challenge Video: https://tinyurl.com/2a5xxph4 🛍️ The 30 Day Minimalism Game: https://www.theminimalists.com/game/ 📔 Check out my blog:...

Times are tough and it's easier than ever to stay under the covers and order food, snacks, and basically anything else we could want without ever leaving our beds... Today we'll talk about some ways to cheer yourself up without ever cracking open your wallet~ 💖   📰 The Man Who Knew Too Little:  https://www.nytimes.com/2018/03/10/style/the-man-who-knew-too-little.html  📔 Check out my blog: https://mindfulminimalismnow.wordpress.com/ 🎤 Listen to my podcast:...

With the beginning of autumn comes the start of the harvest and thanksgiving season around the world, especially in the Northern Hemisphere~ Today we'll talk about how to keep a spirit of thanksgiving without the need for a pumpkin pie to remind us to do so. We'll also talk about the Korean holiday of Chuseok which will be taking place this week, as well as touching on US Thanksgiving, The National Day of Mourning, Mabon, and the Autumnal and Vernal Equinoxes~ So grab a pumpkin spice latte...

Have you ever heard a tip or trick and thought... that's not for me, but mmkay~ Today we're going to talk about some of the common minimalist tips that I don't follow and why 💖    📔 Check out my blog: https://mindfulminimalismnow.wordpress.com/ 🎤 Listen to my podcast: https://anchor.fm/mindfulminimalism ☕ Treat me to a cup of tea: https://ko-fi.com/mindfulminimalism --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mindfulminimalism/message Support this podcast:...

Have you ever wanted to run off to a cottage in a forest and live off of homemade apple pies, cherry turnovers, and good vibes? Well, we can't all be so lucky, but we can bring cottagecore, and all of it's principles, home with us. Let's chat about what cottagecore is all about and how to achieve those vibes even in small and shared spaces in the city~ 💖 🌿 Cottagecore Playlist Recs: Joanna Newsom, Vashti Bunyan, Eden Ahbez, Sybille Baer, Haley Heynderickx, Jackson C. Frank, The Over the...

Have you ever thought about making a capsule wardrobe? Have you heard the phrase but not really known how to make it work for you? Or maybe you're looking for a different way to pare down your clothes and free up more space in your closet and in your mornings? If so, then this episode is for you 💖   👗 The Uniform Project by Sheena Matheiken: https://theuniformproject.com/ 👚 Elizabeth Withey One Dress/One Year Interview: https://tinyurl.com/8u23r4 📔 Check out my blog:...

It's back to school season and that means back to school sales and lengthy lists of all the things we need to pick up to make sure the school season goes well~ Here are my tips as a former teacher and as a minimalist on how to keep things under control, what to prioritize, and how to stay on a budget without making anyone upset or forgetting something important. 💖 📔 Check out my blog: https://mindfulminimalismnow.wordpress.com/ 📺 Listen on YouTube:...

Want to be more of a digital minimalist but some of the methods seem a little extreme or like they wouldn't be conducive to your current life in a tech-heavy world? Today we'll be talking about easy ways we can cut down on screen time without cutting ourselves off or going completely cold turkey. 💖 📔 Check out my blog:https://mindfulminimalismnow.wordpress.com/ 🎤 Support the podcast: https://anchor.fm/mindfulminimalism ☕ Treat me to a cup of tea: https://ko-fi.com/mindfulminimalism ---...

So, you've become a minimalist... but the people you live with aren't exactly on board? How do you find a balance and make the space comfortable for everyone? Whether it's your family members, short or long-term roommates, or significant others, I've got you covered. 💖 For transcripts of this and every other episode, check out my blog at mindfulminimalismnow.wordpress.com, or turn on captions on my YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqsmAs-l9w29mpkaV0KiFew~ To support the...

Hi everyone, it's Autumn. I just wanted to let you all know that after many hours, I have finally launched a YouTube channel for this podcast. I'm still working everything out and trying to make it look as aesthetically-pleasing as possible, but bear with me as I'm new to making YouTube videos. Anyway, it's all up now~ live~ at Mindful Minimalism, and you can check it out by searching that on YouTube or by clicking the link in the show description. I'd love to see you all there. Bye~ ---...

Today we'll be talking about the power of the smallest word with the biggest stigma... no. How can using this word be an advantage to our lives with regards to frugality, minimalism, and mental health? Why is there such a backlash against setting up boundaries for ourselves, and how can we break them without seeming like the bad person in the exchange? 💖 For transcripts of this and every other episode, check out my blog at mindfulminimalismnow.wordpress.com~ To support the show, check out...

Has anyone else noticed how corporate "treat yourself" and "self care" has become over the past year or so? Today we'll be talking about that and how to avoid the materialist trappings of treating yourself. 💖 For transcripts of this and every other episode, check out my blog at mindfulminimalismnow.wordpress.com~ To support the show, check out my page on anchor.fm/mindfulminimalism or on Kofi at ko-fi.com/mindfulminimalism 💖 --- Send in a voice message:...

Once you become a minimalist, you might start to realize that whole categories of items are no longer ending up in your shopping cart... Today we'll talk about some of the things I find myself no longer purchasing and that you might not need or want to purchase anymore either 💖 For transcripts of the show, check out my blog at mindfulminimalismnow.wordpress.com. If you'd like to leave me a voice message with a question or if you have a request for a future episode, go to...

Today we're going to get a little bit deep~~ Did you know that upgrading is almost always a scam? Today we'll be discussing why and what these constant upgrades are doing to our planet and to the people living on it, and how we can do our part to change things for the better 💖 For transcripts of the show, check out mindfulminimalismnow.wordpress.com. If you'd like to leave me a voice message with a question or have a request for a future episode, go to https://anchor.fm/mindfulminimalism....

Today we're going to talk about why we don't have to be minimal about everything and some of the things I'm not-so-minimal about. Can you guess some of the things on my list and are we less-than-minimal list buddies or do you have a completely different set of items of that bring you joy? For transcripts of the show, check out mindfulminimalismnow.wordpress.com. If you'd like to leave me a voice message with a question or have a request for a future episode, go to...

An episode a couple of months in the making~ I looked into "The Secret" and other law of attraction resources and tested out the 55x5 manifestation method so you don't have to~ but even if you don't believe in it, you might want to try it out after hearing this episode. For transcripts of the show, check out mindfulminimalismnow.wordpress.com. If you'd like to leave me a voice message with a question or have a request for a future episode, go to https://anchor.fm/mindfulminimalism. You can...