Emily and Team Simplified have *loved* connecting with you for the last three years on The Simplified Podcast. Starting in January 2024, the place to hear from Emily each week will be on her Substack! At the Emily Ley Substack, you'll get 3 posts from Emily each week, filled with tips and resources—and now, a community!—on how to simplify your life so you can make space for growth, along with margin for what matters most.  Join Emily here! ➡️ http://emilyley.substack.com

Holiday cheer doesn’t mean breaking the bank! This week, Emily’s sharing a few ways you can set a doable budget to help you spend more mindfully in this special season—and how to choose where to flex and add a little extra holiday magic in places that matter most  to you.    *Make gift giving easy on yourself—get her a  Simplified Gift Card! https://www.emilyley.com/collections/gift-cards   Thanks to our episode sponsors! GREEN CHEF | Get 60% off, plus 20% off your next two months with...

Instead enjoying the peace of this special time of year,  it often feels like we’re pushed and pulled to do more, more, more. Or, if we’re experiencing hard things, it seems like holiday happiness is mandatory and there’s no room for our grief. So what’s really “enough” at the holidays? Emily shares a few ways to find “enough” and sit in the warm glow of hope, even when we’re struggling.   Thanks to our episode sponsors! ROCKET MONEY | Cancel your unwanted subscriptions – and manage your...

Holiday cheer doesn’t mean breaking the bank! This week, Emily’s sharing a few ways you can set a doable budget to help you spend more mindfully in this special season—and how to choose where to flex and add a little extra holiday magic in places that matter most  to you.    *Make gift giving easy on yourself—get her a  Simplified Gift Card! https://www.emilyley.com/collections/gift-cards   Thanks to our episode sponsors! GREEN CHEF | Get 60% off, plus 20% off your next two months with...

Want to opt out of holiday travel stress? Us too. When it comes to having a smoother holiday travel experience, two things will help you out: a little planning and a lot of Starbucks. This week, Liz helps us think about those pesky details we often overlook whether we’re planning to hop in the car or on a plane for the holidays so we can say “bye!” to stress and “hello!” to holiday joy a bit sooner.    Thanks to our episode sponsors! BETTERHELP | Get 10% off your first month....

During the holidays, taking care of ourselves often gets put on the back burner so we can take care of all the magic. But as Liz reminds us, there are small ways we can care for ourselves and our emotional wellness that don’t take up too much time or energy. And it’s only when we care for ourselves that we have the capacity to experience the joy and abundance of the season.   Thanks to our episode sponsors! ROCKET MONEY | Cancel your unwanted subscriptions – and manage your money the easy...

Thanksgiving sides are delicious—but they don’t have to be complicated! Laura’s sharing five of the easiest, hands-off recipes to get some tasty potatoes, veggies, and more onto your table in a flash.   Thanks to our episode sponsors! GREEN CHEF | Get the best deal of the year: $250 off! http://greenchef.com/simplified250     FIRSTLEAF | Get your first six hand-curated bottles for just $44.95! http://tryfirstleaf.com/simplified     * * * GET Audio Episodes Ad Free + Early Access to...

What do you get your BFF who already owns *everything* at Sephora? Your MIL who loves to play pickleball? Your niece who loves to travel? Your mom who loves a good charcuterie? Emily and  Mimi Striplin, founder of The Tiny Tassel, have gift recs that all your ladies will love to unwrap (and use!) this holiday season.   ✨ Shop The Tiny Tassel x Simplified Holiday Collection! https://thetinytassel.com/ ✨ Thanks to our episode sponsors! HONEYLOVE | Save up to 50% off sitewide — this...

When should you thaw out the turkey? Which pantry items should you restock before everyone arrives for the big holiday? And what’s the best way to help overnight guests feel cozy and at home? Friends, don’t worry—Emily’s done the big thinking for you! She’s sharing her Ultimate Holiday Checklist to help you remember how to prep for the Big Day: small things you can do now, steps to complete a few days before the holiday, and things to do *on* the Big Day to help you  take away the stress and...

Have you started feeling any holiday overwhelm yet? 🙋‍♀️ The struggle is real, y’all. But before you get tangled up in tinsel, remember: you can give yourself permission to choose what matters most to you this holiday season, and forget the rest! This week, Liz has five ways to Simplify the Season starting *today* so that you can feel bit more joy and a lot less stress immediately. From choosing ways to go “the simple route” to romanticizing your life in the tiniest ways, trust us—this is the...

Getting the rest your body needs is *essential* to taking good care of yourself. That’s what Emily’s discovered. And this week, she’s celebrating the release of her brand-new book Near in the Night by sharing how you can find your way to rest more easily too! From transforming your bedroom into a soothing space, to incorporating a few easy steps to lead your mind into a place of relaxation, this fifteen-minute episode will help you reach for “calm and cozy” as you drift off tonight. Sweet...

Do you ever have trouble falling asleep—or waking up at 3 AM with worries that just won’t leave? Same, girl, same. In this revealing episode, Emily opens up about her longtime struggles with nighttime anxiety, and offers some tangible tips to calm your heart and mind so you can get the rest you need. PS: Pre-Order Emily’s New Book, Near in the Night! https://emilyleybooks.com/near-in-the-night Thanks to our episode sponsors! GREEN CHEF |  go to GreenChef dot com slash...

Emily’s  going to help you make your Halloween scary simple! From simple to-do’s you can check off now, to ways you can simplify the treats and costumes and parties, this tip-filled episode will help you prioritize all the fun of spooky season—and leave behind those energy vampires behind.   Thanks to our episode sponsors! BETTERHELP | Get 10% off your first month. http://betterhelp.com/simplified    HUNGRYROOT | Get 30% off your first delivery (and get FREE veggies for life!) at...

Fall clothes are the best clothes. 🍂 From sweaters and knits, to boots and jackets and beyond, cooler weather lets us ease into cozier side of our wardrobes. Liz and Laura are giving a peek into their closets and tell us the pieces they reach for year after year. They also give tips on how to transition from warm days to cool nights, the cutest items and color palettes that are trending right now, the best sweater shapes that work for them, and the classic staples you're *always* going to be...

Puppies are adorable—and a handful. 🐶 No one knows this better than Emily and her husband Bryan! Emily and Bryan share the hilarious journey of integrating Walter the schnoodle puppy into their family. If you’ve ever had a puppy, you’ll definitely sympathize with Walter’s antics (hide your shoes, you guys). And if you’re thinking about getting a puppy, listen for training wins and fails, and why adding a dog to your family, no matter the size, warms your heart like nothing else.   And to...

Can you use your Simplified Planner beyond scheduling and checking off your To-Do's? The answer is: absolutely YES!   Emily's turning the spotlight on YOU, the Simplified Sisterhood, and discovering how you use your Simplified Planners in the coolest ways. Learn how your fellow sisters leverage their planners for everything from planning vacations and keeping kitchen renovations on track, to holiday prep and even managing a musician's tour schedule (yep, it's true!). Whether you're meal...

Fall is back—and so is football! 🏈🍿 Whether you're a die-hard fan or just here for the food, get ready to tackle Game Day like a champ!   If you're a football newbie, Emily and Laura break down the basics of the game so you can follow the fun. But Game Day's not just about football; it's also about the food! From mouthwatering dips to savory sandwiches, tailgating traditions, chili debates, and delectable desserts, Emily and Laura will help you make your Game Day spread super delicious (and...

Is it basic to have fall as your favorite season? Yes. Do we care? Absolutely not. This week, Liz and Laura are sharing alllll the things they’ve bought and loved for fall recently: the beauty, the decor, the holiday and winter prep—everything from magical to practical. #PSLforlife Thanks to our episode sponsors! ROCKET MONEY |  Cancel your unwanted subscriptions – and manage your money the easy way – at http://rocketmoney.com/simplified    COSMO | Get 30% off a new JrTrack watch...

Do you ever wish you could go back and tell your Past Self something? Maybe to slow down, or to care for herself in a tender and loving way? Maybe to take that chance, or go after that job, or let go of that guy (and the gaucho pants) that aren't serving her? In this moving episode, Liz and Laura chat about the decade that helped them grow into the women they are today, and the wise lessons they learned and earned along the way.    And PS: when you sit down and think about the ways you've...

When you become a parent, no one tells you how much time and energy—and, let's be real, money—you're going to spend on your child's extracurricular activities, especially sports. Is playing a sport even worth it? As a former athlete and current proud Sports Mom, Laura says YES! This week, she's sharing why the commitment to play a sport is so worthwhile for kids. From learning how to push yourself, to being a helpful teammate and leader, to embracing progress over perfection and learning...

Sometimes friendship can be tricky—especially for kids, and *especially* for those making the big transition to middle school. This week, Laura's talking about this season of parenting, and she shares tangible ways to help a kid going through so many changes find their footing and their people. It can be a hard time for everyone, but just remember: you're all going to make mistakes, and that's okay. As a parent, just try and be a loving support to your kid. That's huge during this season,...

Calling all cooks and "I'm not a cook but I love to eat" folks! Accidental home cook Bri McKoy (of the beloved Creamy Lemon Chicken + Potato Soup fame) is *back* on the pod, and she's giving us the tools and simple tips we need to make our lives in the kitchen easier—and our recipes even more delicious. Bri's just released a brand-new book called "The Cook's Book," and this week, she and Emily are dishing on easy sauces for weeknight meals, why salt is more important than you think, how to...

+ how to make it lighter // If you have a partner in parenting, chances are you two divide the labor—but is it equal? How much of the small details (making the appointments, soothing the hurts and bad dreams, keeping up with bake sales and family calendars) fall to one parent? And did you decide on that labor, or did it kind of just . . . fall to one parent? Emily shares research and her own experience in how the unseen load of being the default parent has affected her life, her motherhood,...

There are two kinds of people in this world: those who say “Yay!” to lunch, and those who say, “I guess it’s fine?”No matter where you fall, Laura and Liz have some ideas to plus-up your lunch game without a lot of effort. They share the best lunches on hot summer days (spoiler alert: snack plates are lit—they’re basically Adult Lunchables 💡), what to pack for kids’ school lunches, the best gear for lunches at school and the office, and the Simplified Sisterhood’s pro tips to make lunch...