Connected Simplicity

Suzanne Searcy Johnson
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You've already simplified your space. Now your soul is asking for more. That's where I come in. Welcome to the Connected Simplicity podcast. I'm your host, Suzanne Searcy Johnson. Living in a tiny home in Austin, TX has given me a unique perspective on decluttering and living with less, but there's more to simplicity than that. I'm here to share how life becomes simpler and more rooted when we embrace connection. In these episodes, we'll take a look at connection - to nature, others, spirituality, and ourselves - as a path to the simple life you crave. Together we'll discover that simplicity isn't what you remove, it's what you return to.

  1. -2 дн.

    AI, Responsibility, & Real Connection

    In this solo episode, I explore the rapidly shifting AI landscape. I share why opt‑out (vs. opt-in) AI concerns me, potential environmental and creative harms, and how unchecked reliance on AI can weaken our critical thinking. I also offer an honest look at the ways I do use AI, along with simple practices to help you stay grounded, thoughtful, and human in an AI‑driven world. In this episode: The current AI landscape and why “opt‑out” mattersEnvironmental impacts of large‑scale AI useHow AI affects critical thinkingHarms to writers, musicians, and other creativesWhat I personally use AI forFour questions to ask before using AIThree simple ways to reduce AI use without losing convenienceWhy human connection matters more than everLinks mentioned: The web browser I use: https://noai.duckduckgo.com/Articles:https://unric.org/en/ais-environmental-costs-threaten-water-land-and-climate/https://www.sciencetimes.com/articles/61285/20260209/water-shortage-crisis-are-we-running-out-fresh-water-global-data-reveals-truth.htmhttps://www.forbes.com/sites/maryroeloffs/2026/08/17/ai-companies-are-buying-and-destroying-antique-books-heres-why/https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2026/03/16/love-in-the-time-of-ai-companions (Print edition article "Sweet Nothings" by Anna Wiener)My children's book with illustrations by Kim Gatto: https://a.co/d/03Wlkfqa Connect with me: Website: https://suzannesearcyjohnson.com/Linktree: https://linktr.ee/suzannesearcyjohnsonPrivate Coaching: https://suzannesearcyjohnson.com/work-with-me/Sign up for my newsletter: https://suzannesearcyjohnson.com/newsletter/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suzanne.searcy.johnson/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/suzanne.searcy.johnsonTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@suzannesearcyjohnsonYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@suzannesearcyjohnson

    AI, Responsibility, & Real Connection

  2. 19 авг.

    Bus Life, Dogs, & Big Adventures with Joe & Heather

    In this episode, I sit down with Joe and Heather McGarty — full‑time nomads traveling North America in their self‑converted school bus with their two dogs, Moose and Maple. We talk about how they went from New York newlyweds to building a home on wheels, what life is really like in 100 square feet, and the unexpected adventures that have shaped their journey — from volunteering at a horse ranch in Alberta to a sunrise encounter with two grizzly bears. If you’ve ever dreamed of simplifying your life, traveling more, or choosing a different path, this conversation is full of joy, honesty, and wide‑open‑road inspiration. In this episode: How they went from Long Island to life on the roadBuilding a school bus home with zero experienceMaking a living through video production and tiny home toursFinding community as nomadsLife in 100 square feet with two dogs (and a lizard!)Their favorite places across North AmericaA wild grizzly bear encounter at sunriseThe beauty, challenge, and freedom of choosing a simpler lifeConnect with Heather and Joe: https://www.roam-studio.com/https://www.youtube.com/@RoamingWithMoosehttps://www.instagram.com/roamingwithmoosehttps://www.tiktok.com/@roamingwithmooseResources and links: My tiny home tour filmed by Joe & Heather: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FWZzpSl7eAQWebsite: https://suzannesearcyjohnson.com/Linktree: https://linktr.ee/suzannesearcyjohnsonPrivate Coaching: https://suzannesearcyjohnson.com/work-with-me/Sign up for my newsletter: https://suzannesearcyjohnson.com/newsletter/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suzanne.searcy.johnson/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/suzanne.searcy.johnsonTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@suzannesearcyjohnsonYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@suzannesearcyjohnsonFree Resources: https://suzannesearcyjohnson.com/resources/Sixty Candles: Life Lessons from an OG Fire Horse: https://suzannesearcyjohnson.com/sixty-candles/

    Bus Life, Dogs, & Big Adventures with Joe & Heather

  3. 12 авг.

    Good Enough: Letting Go of Perfection & Lightening Up

    In this solo episode, I explore the quiet relief of letting go of perfection — and why “good enough” is often more than enough. I share a childhood story that shaped my understanding of excellence, how striving for “great” can sometimes keep us stuck, and why loosening our grip creates space for joy, connection, and fun. If life feels heavy or overly serious right now, this conversation is a gentle reminder to lighten up, laugh more, and choose presence over perfection. In this episode: When “good” is truly good enoughWhy connection matters more than pristine environmentsThe importance of fun, silliness, and shared joyLetting yourself be human — not a machineA simple invitation to lighten up this week Resources and links: Website: https://suzannesearcyjohnson.com/Linktree: https://linktr.ee/suzannesearcyjohnsonPrivate Coaching: https://suzannesearcyjohnson.com/work-with-me/Sign up for my newsletter: https://suzannesearcyjohnson.com/newsletter/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suzanne.searcy.johnson/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/suzanne.searcy.johnsonTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@suzannesearcyjohnsonYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@suzannesearcyjohnsonFree Resources: https://suzannesearcyjohnson.com/resources/Sixty Candles: Life Lessons from an OG Fire Horse: https://suzannesearcyjohnson.com/sixty-candles/

    Good Enough: Letting Go of Perfection & Lightening Up

  4. 5 авг.

    Confidence, Connection, and the Red Lip Life with Heather Adams

    In this episode, I sit down with Heather Adams — founder and CEO of Choice Media & Communications — for a conversation about confidence, connection, and the “red lip life” she’s inspiring women to embrace. Heather shares how she built a career rooted in genuine relationships, why storytelling is at the heart of her work, and how naming and protecting her “life‑giving essentials” transformed the way she leads, parents, and lives. We also talk about midlife shifts, spiritual grounding, and the joy she’s found in writing her Substack, The Red Lip Life. This episode is full of candor, wisdom, and encouragement for women navigating ambition, identity, and meaningful connection. In this episode: Heather’s journey from yearbook editor to CEOThe difference between publicity and marketingWhy relationships matter more than transactionsThe story behind her signature red lipWhat she’s learning in midlife, motherhood, and leadershipHow she uses life‑giving essentials to stay groundedThe surprising joy she found in writing The Red Lip LifeConnect with Heather: Red Lip Life: https://theredliplife.substack.com/Heather's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heatherdixonadams/?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheetChoice Website: https://choicemediacommunications.com/ Resources and links: Sixty Candles: Life Lessons from an OG Fire Horse: https://suzannesearcyjohnson.com/sixty-candles/Website: https://suzannesearcyjohnson.com/Linktree: https://linktr.ee/suzannesearcyjohnsonPrivate Coaching: https://suzannesearcyjohnson.com/work-with-me/Sign up for my newsletter: https://suzannesearcyjohnson.com/newsletter/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suzanne.searcy.johnson/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/suzanne.searcy.johnsonTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@suzannesearcyjohnsonYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@suzannesearcyjohnsonFree Resources: https://suzannesearcyjohnson.com/resources/

    Confidence, Connection, and the Red Lip Life with Heather Adams

  5. 29 июл.

    Catalysts for Change: Insights into Meaningful Transformation

    In this solo episode, I explore the inner catalysts that make meaningful transformation possible — the moments, realizations, and shifts that prepare us for lasting change. I share part of my own story, what I’ve witnessed in the lives of other women, and questions that can help you recognize when you’re ready for a new chapter. If you’ve been craving a deeper shift in your life, this conversation offers clarity, encouragement, and a starting point for change. In this episode: Why discomfort often signals readinessWhat happens when we’ve tried all the easy pathsWhy taking action for yourself changes everythingThe role of surrender in meaningful growthWhy action often comes before courageResources and links: Website: https://suzannesearcyjohnson.com/Linktree: https://linktr.ee/suzannesearcyjohnsonPrivate Coaching: https://suzannesearcyjohnson.com/work-with-me/Sign up for my newsletter: https://suzannesearcyjohnson.com/newsletter/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suzanne.searcy.johnson/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/suzanne.searcy.johnsonTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@suzannesearcyjohnsonYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@suzannesearcyjohnsonFree Resources: https://suzannesearcyjohnson.com/resources/Beyond Decluttering: 40 days to experiencing simplicity through connection: https://a.co/d/05GJcLFu

    Catalysts for Change: Insights into Meaningful Transformation

  6. 22 июл.

    Sustainable Minimalism & Conscious Living with Stephanie Seferian

    In this episode, I talk with Stephanie Seferian, host of my favorite podcast, the Sustainable Minimalists podcast, and author of Sustainable Minimalism. We explore how minimalism and sustainability intersect, what conscious consumerism really looks like, and why buying less is one of the most powerful environmental choices we can make. Stephanie shares what she’s learned after interviewing nearly 600 experts, how she’s raising her daughters with intention in a digital world, and why community, nature, and cutting out noise matter more than ever. In this episode: How Stephanie discovered sustainable minimalismThe tension between decluttering and protecting the planetWhy “buy less” is both minimalist and deeply environmentalWhat she’s learned from interviewing hundreds of expertsConscious consumerism and product safetyParenting without phones in a high‑pressure digital worldThe family’s 50‑state challenge and love of natureWhy voting and using our voices matterHow community and quiet help us reconnect with ourselves Connect with Stephanie: https://www.mamaminimalist.com https://www.instagram.com/sustainableminimalistshttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sustainable-minimalists/id1329830361 Resources and links: Website: https://suzannesearcyjohnson.com/Linktree: https://linktr.ee/suzannesearcyjohnsonPrivate Coaching: https://suzannesearcyjohnson.com/work-with-me/Sign up for my newsletter: https://suzannesearcyjohnson.com/newsletter/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suzanne.searcy.johnson/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/suzanne.searcy.johnsonTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@suzannesearcyjohnsonYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@suzannesearcyjohnsonFree Resources: https://suzannesearcyjohnson.com/resources/

    Sustainable Minimalism & Conscious Living with Stephanie Seferian

  7. 15 июл.

    Five Lessons from a Fire Horse Year

    In this solo episode, I share five lessons that have shaped me as I step into my fire horse year and celebrate turning sixty. From rediscovering nature as the best entertainment to shifting perspective with one simple question, these reflections are meant to offer gentle guidance and a fresh way of seeing your own life. Consider this an invitation to embrace boldness, curiosity, and your own wisdom. In this episode: Why fire horse energy matters — and what it means for 2026How Mother Nature entertains usListening without needing to add or correctWhat we can do when dealing with unacceptable situationsOne antidote for jealousyA perspective‑shifting questionA look at my new book, Sixty Candles: Life Lessons from an OG Fire HorseResources and links: Sixty Candles: Life Lessons from an OG Fire Horse: https://suzannesearcyjohnson.com/sixty-candles/Website: https://suzannesearcyjohnson.com/Linktree: https://linktr.ee/suzannesearcyjohnsonPrivate Coaching: https://suzannesearcyjohnson.com/work-with-me/Sign up for my newsletter: https://suzannesearcyjohnson.com/newsletter/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suzanne.searcy.johnson/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/suzanne.searcy.johnsonTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@suzannesearcyjohnsonYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@suzannesearcyjohnsonFree Resources: https://suzannesearcyjohnson.com/resources/

    Five Lessons from a Fire Horse Year

  8. 8 июл.

    Zero Waste, Nature, and Everyday Sustainability with Fredrika Syren

    On this episode, I talk with author Fredrika Syren, a single mom of three teenagers who lives a zero‑waste lifestyle in Stockholm, Sweden. We explore what zero waste really means and how her family made the transition. Fredrika shares practical ways to reduce waste, the importance of composting, and her deep love for nature. It’s an inspiring, down‑to‑earth conversation about sustainability, resilience, and the small choices that make a big difference. In this episode: What “zero waste” actually means—and why it looks different for every familyHow Fredrika’s kids adapted to zero‑waste livingThe five Rs: refuse, reduce, reuse, recycle, rotWhy composting is foundational for gardening and soil healthHow individual action and grassroots movements create real changeThe most impactful thing you can do today to reduce waste and save moneyHow nature teaches resilience—and why reconnecting with it matters Connect with Fredrika Syren: Eco Savings Book: https://zerowastefamily.com/product/sustainable-living-on-a-budgetInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/zero.waste.family/Website: https://zerowastefamily.com/ Resources and links: Website: https://suzannesearcyjohnson.com/Linktree: https://linktr.ee/suzannesearcyjohnsonPrivate Coaching: https://suzannesearcyjohnson.com/work-with-me/Sign up for my newsletter: https://suzannesearcyjohnson.com/newsletter/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suzanne.searcy.johnson/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/suzanne.searcy.johnsonTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@suzannesearcyjohnsonYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@suzannesearcyjohnsonFree Resources: https://suzannesearcyjohnson.com/resources/

    Zero Waste, Nature, and Everyday Sustainability with Fredrika Syren
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You've already simplified your space. Now your soul is asking for more. That's where I come in. Welcome to the Connected Simplicity podcast. I'm your host, Suzanne Searcy Johnson. Living in a tiny home in Austin, TX has given me a unique perspective on decluttering and living with less, but there's more to simplicity than that. I'm here to share how life becomes simpler and more rooted when we embrace connection. In these episodes, we'll take a look at connection - to nature, others, spirituality, and ourselves - as a path to the simple life you crave. Together we'll discover that simplicity isn't what you remove, it's what you return to.

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  • Автор
    Suzanne Searcy Johnson
  • Годы выхода
    2026
  • Выпуски
    17
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    © Connected Simplicity LLC 2026
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