133 episodes

The Big Stuff is my one stop shop for my weekly newsletter, minimalist lifestyle podcast, and Downsizing Series. Come hang out if you're ready to design a life that's bigger than stuff!

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    • 4.4 • 5 Ratings

The Big Stuff is my one stop shop for my weekly newsletter, minimalist lifestyle podcast, and Downsizing Series. Come hang out if you're ready to design a life that's bigger than stuff!

reneebenes.substack.com

    Ep. 131: I Started Olympic Weight Lifting at Age 60 with Kim Rahir

    Ep. 131: I Started Olympic Weight Lifting at Age 60 with Kim Rahir

    Could you imagine going from active, high-achieving woman to bed ridden and physically struggling with an MS diagnosis? That’s the story Kim Rahir shares with us today on the podcast. She was able to take a scary physical diagnosis and use it as a reason to build strength beyond her wildest dreams. What started as weigh lifting to avoid fatigue quickly turned into Olympic style training, and teaching other middle aged women how to take back their power, even into their golden years. Today’s message is perfect for anyone who feels the wear and tear of age on their bodies, or have struggled with physical limitations. In today’s episode Kim takes the time to remind us that age is just a number, strength is more than muscle, and that it’s never too late to enjoy the little things in life.
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    • 52 min
    Ep. 130: Finding Yourself. Loving Each Other. Saving the Planet with Donal MacCoon

    Ep. 130: Finding Yourself. Loving Each Other. Saving the Planet with Donal MacCoon

    What does it really take to change the world? Most of us have some desire to leave a lasting impact, but often aren’t sure where to start. Today’s guest, Donal MacCool is a clinical psychologist and founder of One Planet Thriving. During our chat today we do a deep dive into human connection, embracing our own authenticity, and finding the right words to spark lasting change.
    If you have ever felt hopeless when it comes to the state of the world, or misunderstood when it comes to sharing your true self, today’s episode will speak directly to your heart. Pinky promise.
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    • 49 min
    Ep. 129: What Does It Mean to Live a Simply Extraordinary Life with NoorJehan Tourte

    Ep. 129: What Does It Mean to Live a Simply Extraordinary Life with NoorJehan Tourte

    If you have ever been conflicted about how you want to live your life, what you want to do, or the job you want to have, you are not alone. Tune into today’s episode with guest, NoorJehan Tourte who boldly rejects the idea that we can only be one thing. From Sports Illustrated swimsuit competitions, to climbing the corporate ladder, NoorJehan has done it all and doesn’t plan on stopping now. Listen in to get inspiration for simply extraordinary living and a reminder that being multi passionated is perfectly normal.
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    • 53 min
    Ep. 128: Packing Light and Getting Outdoors with Glen Van Peski

    Ep. 128: Packing Light and Getting Outdoors with Glen Van Peski

    Our family has found so much joy in reconnecting to the outdoors in the last few years and today's guest made me start itching for adventure and fresh air a little bit more. Glen Van Peski is the author of the new book, Take Less, Do More, where he shares life lessons from his outdoor adventures on how to lighten your load in life and in your backpack. Together we discussed the beauty of nature, the lessons in letting go when it comes to parenthood, and choosing a life where our possessions don't take top priority.
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    • 53 min
    Ep. 127: I Quit My High Profile Fashion Career to Do My Own Thing with Nicole Russo

    Ep. 127: I Quit My High Profile Fashion Career to Do My Own Thing with Nicole Russo

    Today’s guest had me hooked when she told me she sat at a table with Victoria Beckham. My Spice Girl’s loving heart skipped a beat, and I was all ears as she told me she walked away from her successful fashion career in order to create her own styling business. Nicole Russo’s belief about fashion is that you don’t need a lot to have a good wardrobe, and that if you dress yourself right, you can totally change your life.
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    • 1 hr 4 min
    Ep. 126: Breaking Free From Unhealthy Coping Mechanisms with Melanie Ann Layer

    Ep. 126: Breaking Free From Unhealthy Coping Mechanisms with Melanie Ann Layer

    It’s so easy to become overwhelmed by life’s problems. We can do deep dives into trying to uncover perfect solutions to our biggest problems, only to realize the solution is even more complicated than the problem itself. During today’s Part 2 conversations with Melanie Ann Layer, the Alpha Femme, she shares with us how learning to simplify our coping mechanisms can totally transform our lives — and save us a lot of unnecessary stress.
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    • 26 min

Customer Reviews

4.4 out of 5
5 Ratings

5 Ratings

ShazzaBjorkman ,

Love it!

I have just discovered Renee and I’m binge listening from ‘oldest to newest’. Absolutely loving Renee’s down to earth way of talking and have loved every episode so far. Highly recommend! 😊

Shhhhhhjess ,

The sentimental clutter episode?!

Started out really useful but then it got pretty wild. So people with anxiety are more likely to get Alzheimers? But also don’t believe ‘facts’? That makes me feel terrible, thanks. I can manifest not getting Covid if I want to? What? Did I bring it on myself because I inadvertently willed it? Some of this episode was really dangerous for people with a mental health condition or someone in a fragile state of mind and shouldn’t have been broadcast. You can’t drop this kind of information without it being part of ongoing, long term therapy. It’s totally inappropriate.

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