31 episodes
Paring Down: Realistic minimalism to live more intentionally Shannon Leyko
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5.0 • 44 Ratings
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Do you ever feel bogged down by all the stuff inside your house? Hosted by Shannon Leyko, Paring Down is a podcast aimed at helping you declutter not only your home, but any area of your life that’s overwhelming. Here, we’re having interesting and honest conversations about the physical and mental clutter that drowns out what truly matters to each of us.
The goal is to lean into a realistic version of minimalism— where it’s not a matter of less for the sake of less, but instead is about having the perfect amount to guide us toward a life of deep contentment.
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30: Minimalish Lessons Learned from Van Life [Paring Down Travel Miniseries]
FIFTY-EIGHT SQUARE FEET, people.
It's nuts and we love it!
This week I share with you a bit more behind-the-scenes of van life in our camper van that is 58 square feet of "living" space, and how spending time in such close quarters with 5 humans and 2 dogs really highlights the beauty of living with less.
I also offer some tips and ideas for your next road trip - especially if you have kids in tow!
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29: Paring Down Flight Anxiety with J.D. Oliver [Paring Down Travel Miniseries]
You do NOT want to miss this one, you guys.
While this podcast primarily focuses on paring down our belongings to declutter our homes, I like to branch out a bit every now and then to pare down different beliefs, anxieties, and ideas we have on a variety of subjects in order to help us move through the world with less stress and more peace.
Well, flight anxiety is one of those things I simply can't ignore during a miniseries called Paring Down Travel. And who better to help us feel a bit better than my old man??
He's a former fighter pilot for the U.S. Navy, and went on to fly for FedEx. A Top Gun grad and all-around brilliant human and aviator, my dad not only shares his FASCINATING stories of flying, but gives us helpful information that can keep us a bit calmer in the air.
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28: Ask a Flight Attendant + Flying with Kids with Caroline Bright [Paring Down Travel Miniseries]
What if my kid needs to pee when the fasten seatbelt sign is on?
What should I bring to entertain my kids on a flight?
Also, what exactly is the role of a flight attendant? From their perspective, what are basic dos and don'ts of air travel?
You will LOVE this enlightening and fun conversation with former Miss Vermont, year-9 flight attendant for a major US airline, Unitarian Universalist Ministerial Intern, and mom of 2 (almost 3!) - Caroline Bright.
This Paring Down Travel Miniseries is aiming to help us figure out what's important when it comes to traveling, and I have no doubt you'll learn a ton from this true professional in the airline industry.
Paring Down Podcast Instagram: @paringdownpodcast
Caroline Bright Instagram: @carolinebright
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27: Traveling Light with Kira K. Dixon [Paring Down Travel Miniseries]
Paring Down Travel is a miniseries I’ve wanted to bring you since the moment The Paring Down Podcast was conceptualized. Particularly air travel. And I KNEW I had to bring on Miss America 2015 and sports broadcaster, Kira K. Dixon.
Kira is one of my personal fashion icons and manages to always look amazing and unique while traveling 30 weeks a year. How does she keep her sense of style and self while packing just a carry on? You’re about to find out, and I hope this episode encourages you to be a savvy, light traveler on your future adventures.
Paring Down Podcast Instagram: @paringdownpodcast
Kira's Instagram: @kirakdixon
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26: What to Do With Gifts That Are Clutter
"What do I do with all the stuff other people give me and the kids?" Whew, this is a BIG one.
It's a nuanced topic, but I hope you find nuggets of help-- both practical and mindset-driven-- as we walk through 5 different types of gifts we receive from other people.
From holidays to hand-me-downs, I share with you best practices that have helped me navigate personal relationships with care while also respecting my own need for a less cluttered and stressful home.
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25: Releasing Shame When Decluttering with ADHD with Elena Willitts
Our brains don't all work the same way, so we won't have the same experience decluttering and managing our homes!
Elena Willits, host of the Kind Organizing Podcast, shares her own experience with ADHD and how it has shown up in her journey to create a peaceful living space.
With vulnerability and practicality, Elena talks us through feelings of shame many of us experience when we can't seem to stay on top of our homes, along with how she's developed practices and routines that allow her to enjoy a home that is well lived-in, but not overwhelming.
Paring Down Podcast Instagram: @paringdownpodcast
Elena Willits' Instagram: @kindorganizing
Elena's Website: kindorganizing.com
Elena's Podcast: The Kind Organizing Podcast
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Customer Reviews
Inspiring, Validating, and Relatable
Honestly the most uplifting podcast about decluttering I’ve heard yet. Shannon is so peppy and bright, and has such an encouraging mindset.
Decluttering can feel heavy for many people, but Shannon explains and encourages a minimalist lifestyle in such a relatable way that it makes jumping in much easier. Well done! ❤️
Great advice
After buying our first home and moving 2x in the last year… I quickly realized how much JUNK I just keep transferring. This podcast came at such a great time. Shannon offers great advice and attainable goals to helping declutter every aspect of your life, while also providing a few laughs along the way! I highly recommend this podcast.
Such an easy listen!
I truly love listening to Shannon in the mornings on the way to work. It’s like having a good friend in the car, discussing truly relatable topics - every episode hits home in a different way.
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