
Let’s Slow Down: Simple + Intentional Living, Decluttering, Life on Purpose
By Annemarie Stolting


Minimalism for a Meaningful Life with Joshua Becker, #121
In this episode, Annemarie sits down with Joshua Becker—author, speaker, and founder of Becoming Minimalist—to explore how our possessions may be quietly stealing the happiness, joy, and meaning we’re chasing. They discuss how to find clarity through less, the powerful benefits of minimalism, and how to begin your own decluttering journey. If you’re ready to let go of excess and focus on what truly matters, this conversation will inspire and guide you.
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End of School Year Chaos: How to Stay Grounded in the Madness, #120
As another school year draws to a close, many moms (myself included) find themselves overwhelmed by concerts, graduations, field trips, thank-you gifts, and all the emotions that come with wrapping up another chapter in our children’s lives.
In this honest and reflective episode, I’m sharing a few simple ways to stay healthy, present, and grateful during what might be the busiest season of the year—yes, even busier than the holidays. From honoring the emotions of big transitions to keeping perspective during packed schedules, this is a gentle reminder that what really matters is often the simplest thing of all: being here, now.
You’ll hear thoughts on:
Prioritizing your health (even when time is tight)
Being fully present at important moments
Showing gratitude without breaking the bank
Keeping your home and headspace calm amid the chaos
This is a short, heartfelt check-in for all the moms navigating the wild ride of end-of-year events. You’re not alone—and you can do this with grace.
PS: Don’t miss next week’s episode featuring an inspiring conversation with Joshua Becker of Becoming Minimalist—one of the most powerful voices in the simple living movement.
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Joy Doesn't Come with a Price Tag: Creating a Soulful Home with author Whitney English, #119
Have you been feeling a quiet tug to live a little differently? Maybe you've been asking yourself questions like:
How can I make more time for what truly matters?
I don’t want my house to look Instagram-perfect—I want it to feel like a home. But how?
How can I slow down and live at a sustainable pace that actually feels good?
How can I parent in a way that aligns with my values and helps my children become who they’re meant to be?
Is there anyone else out there who feels this way?
The answer is yes—and this episode is for you.
In today’s heartfelt and down-to-earth conversation, I’m joined by author Whitney English to talk all things home, family, and intentional living. Together, we explore:
How your environment can impact your mood and productivity
The tension between raising kids and keeping a tidy home
The shame that can arise when choosing to live differently
Practical ways to eliminate distractions and focus on what matters most
If you’ve been craving a slower, more meaningful way of living, this episode will remind you that you’re not alone—and that a life aligned with your values is not only possible, it’s powerful.
Connect with Whitney:
Order her book: Organize First, Decorate Second
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10 Simple Joys of Motherhood: A Heartfelt Reflection, #118
In this special Mother’s Day edition of Let’s Slow Down, Annemarie honors the beautifully messy, deeply meaningful journey of motherhood. With the school year winding down and life feeling especially full, this episode is a gentle reminder to pause and reflect on what truly matters. Annemarie shares 10 simple joys of parenting that often get lost in the hustle but hold the power to ground us in love and gratitude.
Whether you're a new mom navigating sleepless nights or raising teens with full calendars, this episode will encourage you to slow down, savor the sweet moments, and celebrate the small, meaningful experiences that bring unexpected joy.
Resources & Mentions:
📚 Simplicity Parenting by Kim John Payne*
🎧 Ep. 34: How to Incorporate Simplicity In Your Life
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Embracing Change with Lisa DeAngelis, #117
Change is hard! What if you could deal with whatever life throws at you in a way that naturally supports your well-being, with intention and ease?
In today’s episode we are exploring how to navigate life’s inevitable changes and uncertainties with author, speaker, and holistic change practitioner Lisa DeAngelis, author of Embracing the Unknown: Exploring the Pathways to Change.
Together, we explore the power of pausing, shifting perspective, and recognizing the resources already within and around us. Lisa invites us to view our lives as ecosystems—imperfect yet full of potential—and offers practical wisdom on how to create space to thrive, no matter what season we’re in.
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A Slower, Softer Spring, #116
Happy Spring! In this short solo episode, Annemarie reflects on the beauty of the season and invites you to embrace a softer, slower way of living as the days grow longer and nature comes alive. Inspired by the gentle pace of early spring, she encourages you to consider what you might subtract rather than add—what you can release in order to create space for more peace, presence, and joy.
Whether it’s taking a mindful walk outside, starting that book you’ve been meaning to read, or simply sitting still in the sunshine, this episode is a gentle reminder to listen to your inner wisdom and let the season guide you toward simplicity and intention.
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Prioritizing Peace with Dr. Peggy DeLong, #115
Today, Dr. Peggy DeLong is back to help us learn methods of cultivating inner peace and relief from anxiety with her ‘Prioritize P.E.A.C.E. Method.’
Highlights Include:
The importance of a gratitude practice - try using The Five Minute Journal*
How gratitude can increase serotonin to help you sleep
How to create inner peace in your world through 5 specific areas of focus
The 4 P’s of mental health
Simple ways to incorporate gratitude and peace in our everyday lives
The power of music on our nervous system
How walking for exercise also supports mental health
Being kinder to ourselves and silencing our inner critic
Dr. DeLong’s previous appearance on Let’s Slow Down:
Episode 41: How Practicing Gratitude Can Change Your View of the World
Connect with Dr. Peggy DeLong here:
Peaceful Present, Future Flourish
Women's Wellness Retreat on April 26, 2025
Books Mentioned:
Resources Mentioned:
Self-Compassion with Dr. Kristin Neff and Meditation & Emotional Healing with Dr. Tara Brach
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Everything Is Harder When You're Tired with Gina Roof, #114
She’s back! In her 5th appearance on the show, my lifelong friend Gina Roof joins us once again to share her wisdom as a Nutrition & Wellness Health Coach, fitness instructor, and busy mom of three girls.
Today we’re talking about something that impacts every aspect of your well-being—sleep.
In this episode, we dive into:
- What happens to your body and mind when you’re “wired but tired”
- How sleep deprivation affects your mood, energy, food choices, and ability to manage stress
- The surprising connection between sunlight and better sleep 🌞
- Simple, practical ways to create a calming bedtime routine
- The power of consistency in sleep and wake times
- Common habits that might be sabotaging your sleep without you even realizing it
- Why good sleep is essential for your body to rest, restore, and repair at the cellular level
If you want to feel more in control of your choices, calm your nervous system, and stop running on fumes—this episode is your gentle wake-up call to start prioritizing rest.
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Nutrition & Wellness Health Coach of Simply Balanced with Gina:
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From Burnout to Thriving: Terry Tateossian on Slowing Down for Better Health, #113
If you find that your health and well-being take a back seat to everyone else’s in your life because you’re busy balancing family and a career, then this episode is for you. Today’s guest is Terry Tateossian, fitness & lifestyle coach, personal trainer, nutritionist, hormone specialist, emotional eating coach, and podcast host of the How Good Can It Get Podcast.
Terry is a successful entrepreneur at The House of Rose (THOR), mother of two teenagers, and a leading advocate for healthy living. She is passionate about sharing her story of losing over 80lbs in her mid-forties and helping empower others to make positive changes in their lives - no matter the age.
In this episode, you’ll hear the story of Terry’s powerful life transformation from overweight, sick and burned out to healthy and thriving.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
💫 How slowing down played a key role in Terry’s journey💫 The power of a health coach in creating lasting change💫 Why weight training, nutrition, and mindset work together for success💫 How to overcome self-sabotage and build new habits💫 Why it’s time to treat your life as the BIG event that it is!
Terry’s story is real, raw, and incredibly inspiring—you don’t want to miss it! 🎙️💖
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Your Wellness Made Simple with Adriana Shuman, #112
My guest today is Adriana Shuman, nutritionist, functional medicine health & wellness strategist, pharmacist, author and entrepreneur. She is the founder of Your Wellness Made Simple and author of THE LIGHT and LIVE WELL: Empowering Habits for Vibrant Health and Unstoppable Energy.
Adriana has helped hundreds regain energy, and build a life of vibrant health, unstoppable energy, and lasting confidence because everyone deserves to take charge of their well-being.
On today’s episode we talk about:
what fuels health vs. what fuels disease
fundamental steps in living well
3 reasons why people are stuck in the mindset of creating disease, and how to shift perspective to focus on creating health instead
Adriana’s ‘live well’ methodology and the four areas where we can take steps to proactively participate in our own good health
Pre-order Adriana’s new book, Live Well HERE.
Connect with her on Instagram and her WEBSITE.
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Tired and Overwhelmed? Let’s Reset Together, #111
Feeling overwhelmed and stretched too thin? You're not alone. In this episode of Let’s Slow Down, I take a step back to revisit the core principles of slowing down and simplifying life—because even those of us dedicated to intentional living need a reminder now and then!
I share the benefits of creating space in your schedule, decluttering your mind and home, and prioritizing rest and connection. We’ll explore how slowing down helps us feel more grounded, reduces stress, and brings more meaning and joy into our lives. Plus, I open up about my own recent struggles with busyness and how I’m reassessing my own daily pace.
In This Episode:
✔️ Why hustle culture keeps pulling us back in
✔️ How slowing down fosters clarity, peace, and deeper connections
✔️ The importance of rest, margin, and honoring your intuition
✔️ Practical ways to make space in your calendar
I’d love to hear how you are navigating your own journey of slowing down! Connect with me and let’s continue this conversation together.
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4 Things I DON’T MISS Since Decluttering My Home, #110
Decluttering isn’t just about getting rid of stuff—it’s about creating a home and life that feels lighter, calmer, and more intentional. After nearly a decade on this journey, I now consider myself a minimalist, and today, I’m sharing four things I absolutely don’t miss since simplifying my home.
In this episode, we’ll talk about:
✔️ The surprising amount of time and money I’ve saved since decluttering
✔️ How having less to clean and organize has made life easier
✔️ Why a tidy home reduces decision fatigue and boosts mental clarity
✔️ The power of eliminating visual clutter for a peaceful, stress-free space
Minimalism isn’t about having less—it’s about making room for more of what truly matters. Tune in for inspiration to simplify your own space and experience the freedom of a decluttered home!
🎧 Listen now & start your journey toward a lighter life!
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Simplify Your Home: Small Decluttering Wins with Big Impact, #109
Welcome back to Let’s Slow Down! We’re in the middle of our decluttering series, and today I’m sharing some easy, high-impact decluttering wins to simplify your home. These small but powerful steps have transformed my space, making daily life smoother and more peaceful. If decluttering feels overwhelming, don’t worry—these simple strategies will give you a fresh start and help you kick off spring with ease.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
✔️ The power of removing duplicates from your kitchen and closet
✔️ How to clear off countertops for an instant transformation
✔️ Why avoiding single-use gadgets can reduce clutter
✔️ The mindset shift that helps keep clutter from creeping back
✔️ The joy of using and appreciating what you already own
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How to Declutter Without Overwhelm: 5 Simple Steps Towards Your Clutter-Free Home, #108
Clutter is one of the biggest barriers to slowing down and living a simple, intentional life. It distracts us, adds stress, and keeps us from feeling calm and focused. Over the past decade, I’ve been on my own decluttering journey—learning, refining, and embracing the process as a lifestyle rather than a one-time event.
In this episode, I’m sharing five simple steps to help you start decluttering without overwhelm. If you’ve ever felt like your home is overflowing and you don’t know where to begin, this is for you!
✅ Why decluttering isn’t about perfection—it’s about finding your own clutter threshold
✅ How to tune in to your space and notice when too much is too much
✅ 5 easy, actionable ways to start decluttering today
✅ How to make decluttering a lifestyle instead of a stressful chore
✅ Why now is the perfect time to reset and simplify your home
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A Slob Comes Clean with Dana K. White, #107
The relatable Dana K. White from A Slob Comes Clean is on the podcast today for a fun conversation about decluttering and the power that lies in accepting how our individual brains work to conquer clutter in our homes. We discuss Dana’s latest book, Jesus Doesn’t Care About Your Messy House, letting go of shame, how to get started with decluttering, simple questions to ask that help sort through your stuff, and the freedom that can come from less.
Connect with Dana:
https://www.youtube.com/danakwhite
https://www.facebook.com/ASlobComesClean/
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How Choosing a Word of the Year Keeps Us Intentional with Ronnie Fernandez, #106
In this episode, join me and my best friend Ronnie Fernandez, in a conversation about our words of the year. We thought mid-February was a good time to check in and see how 2025 is going so far. Utilizing a word of the year can help you stay intentional and keep what matters at the top of the list. In this episode we talk about what word we chose and why, ways to integrate your word into your day, and suggestions on how to let your word and the feeling it evokes guide you to a more intentional life.
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Slow Down and Show Yourself Some Love, #105
This episode is all about showing yourself a little extra love this February. We’ll explore simple, practical ways to prioritize rest, gratitude, and joy in your daily life—like starting a morning gratitude practice, taking mini pauses during the day, saying no to overcommitment, and making time for activities that bring you happiness. It’s not about perfection but about small steps toward a healthier, happier you. Tune in, take a deep breath, and embrace the power of slowing down and loving yourself a little more.
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Money Isn't the Answer...Find What Is with Jeff Golden, #104
Today’s guest is Jeff Golden, award-winning author of Reclaiming the Sacred: Healing Our Relationships with Ourselves and the World. Drawing on insights from thousands of psychologists and economists, Jeff distills years of groundbreaking research in his transformative work.
Living a life rooted in simplicity and gratitude, Jeff seeks to honor the wonder and miracle of the natural world. With more than three decades of experience writing and teaching about the intersection of money, happiness, and purpose, Jeff will guide us today through the profound ways money impacts well-being—sometimes enhancing it, but often undermining it.
In this episode we discuss:
How happiness has been in a consistent decline in the US (and many countries) since at least the 1940s, despite massive financial and material gains
Why money accounts for only 2-4% of a person’s happiness
What factors really do matter to well-being and how to cultivate them in our lives
How gratitude can lead to more joy in the everyday
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Living the Dream: How We Retired at 35 and Built a Simpler Life with Shay Richter, #103
If you’ve ever dreamed of retiring early - like age 35! - and moving your family to Europe, you won’t want to miss this episode with guest Shay Richter. This is Shay's second time on the show. Check out our first conversation HERE.
Shay is currently enjoying the slow pace of life in Portugal with her husband and 2 girls. She is a recent retiree who moved her family from the United States to Portugal this past year. Shay is a financial educator who helps women learn the ins and outs of their finances. She is the author of the book “Budget Burnout: 12 weeks to get out of your budget slump and accelerate your goals”.
Connect with Shay:
Website: frontporchfinances.com
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/wanderingthroughportugal/ &
https://www.instagram.com/frontporchfinances/
Link to budget burnout: https://a.co/d/inK11Hl
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Our Rich Journey on Youtube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChObmEJP3bgGUXJGc2ePP3Q
Mr. Money Mustache https://www.mrmoneymustache.com/
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Simple Pleasures for a Cozy Winter, #102
If you hate winter and have a hard time getting through the long, cold days, then this episode is for you. In this short solo episode, Annemarie shares her favorite ways to get through her least-favorite season in the chilly Northeast. Make a warm cup of tea, put your slippers on, light a candle, and get ready to embrace the season we’re in for your comfiest winter yet.
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Gentle January, #101
Today’s episode talks about easing into the new year with less stress and embracing a gentle approach to January. Forget about strict resolutions and needing to be someone new in 2025. You are perfect just as you are. From choosing a word of the year, to enjoying the post-holiday season and embracing the cold, dark days of Winter, you’ll feel inspired to gently glide into this new month with ease and coziness.
Former Episode’s Mentioned:
How to Make New Year’s Intention’s Work for You with health coach, Gina Roof, #57
Don't forget to share your word of the year with me! I hope to share them on an upcoming episode, so please reach out and let me know :)
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That’s a Wrap! Revisiting Your Favorite Lessons from 2024, #100
🎉 Welcome to the 100th episode of Let’s Slow Down! 🎉
This special milestone episode celebrates YOU—our amazing community—and the most impactful lessons we’ve shared in 2024. Together, we’ve explored the art of simple, intentional living, and today, we’re revisiting the episodes that resonated most with you this year.
🌟 In This Episode, We Reflect On:
A Well-Lived Life with Dr. Gladys McGarey Episode 83
Discover the six secrets to a meaningful life and why embracing life’s lessons can transform your outlook.
Making Room to Breathe: Holistic Decluttering with Noelle Fowler Episode 78
Learn how decluttering—both physically and emotionally—can reduce stress and create space for joy.
Simplify Your Wardrobe with Project 333 Episode 77
Dive into how minimizing your closet can bring clarity and ease to your mornings—and beyond.
💡 Takeaways & Challenges:
Embrace small, meaningful steps to live with purpose and intention.
Try decluttering one area of your life or experimenting with Project 333.
Reflect on what truly brings you peace and clarity as we move into 2025.
✨ Links to Featured Episodes:
Episode 83 A Well-Lived Life with Dr. Gladys McGarey
Episode 78 Making Room to Breathe with Noelle Fowler
Episode 77: Simplify Your Wardrobe with Project 333
Thank you for being part of this incredible journey. Here’s to another year of slowing down and living intentionally!
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Lessons and Wins from a Year of Slowing Down #99
As 2024 comes to a close, I reflect on the lessons, wins, and impactful moments that shaped this year. In this short solo episode, I encourage you to take some quiet time to reflect on your year, celebrate your wins, and learn from your experiences.
Key Takeaways:
- Decluttering for Peace: Creating physical and mental space has transformed my life. A simplified home fosters calm and clarity.
- Less on the Calendar: Honoring the need for downtime has helped me avoid burnout and fully enjoy life.
- The Power of Play: Even as adults, carving out time for fun and creativity is essential for joy and balance.
- Perspective is Everything: Life is full of choices—choosing joy and peace, over stress and anxiety can transform how we experience challenges.
2024 Wins:
- Launching my book Let’s Slow Down: The Art of Simple, Intentional Living
- Hosting inspiring podcast episodes with wonderful guests and connecting with listeners
- Recovering from knee surgery with resilience and support
- Finding fulfillment in a new part-time music education role
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Declutter Before the Holidays: Create Space for Joy, #98
In this episode of Let’s Slow Down, Annemarie dives into a timely topic to help us navigate the busy holiday season with greater peace and intention: decluttering before the holidays.
December can feel overwhelming with endless to-dos and events, but decluttering can create space—both physically and mentally—for what truly matters. Annemarie shares actionable tips to help you reduce stress, make room for joy, and align your environment with your holiday vision.
🗒️ What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
- Why decluttering before the holidays is more than just tidying up—it’s about creating space for joy and connection.
- The mental health benefits of decluttering and how it can help you feel calmer and more in control.
- Three simple steps to declutter effectively and intentionally.
🎄 Listener Challenge:
Take 15 minutes this week to declutter a space that feels meaningful to you. Light a candle, put on some music, and make it an act of self-care.
📲 Share Your Wins:
Annemarie would love to hear about your decluttering success stories! Share your before-and-after moments on Instagram and tag @LetsSlowDown2023.
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Grateful & Grounded: 5 Ways to Find Calm This Thanksgiving, #97
Thanksgiving week is here, and the holiday season is upon us. While this time of year can be joyful, it often comes with stress, long to-do lists, and a fast pace that can feel overwhelming. In today’s episode, I’m sharing five simple ways to embrace gratitude and bring more peace and calm to your Thanksgiving and the weeks ahead.
Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed by the hustle or simply looking for ways to stay grounded, this episode is filled with practical tips to help you simplify, savor, and reconnect with what truly matters.
Simplify
Focus on What Matters Most
Resist the Black Friday Frenzy
Practice Gratitude
Let Go
"Gratitude can transform common days into thanksgivings, turn routine jobs into joy, and change ordinary opportunities into blessings." – William Arthur Ward
Take a Deep Breath:As we navigate this season, remember to give yourself grace. Let this episode inspire you to slow down, simplify, and bring more ease to your holidays.
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Finding Your Ikigai: Discover Your Reason for Being with Kavita Ahuja, #96
Today’s guest is Kavita Ahuja, a Certified Women’s Career and Life Transitions Coach dedicated to helping women align their careers and lives with their strengths, passions, and values. Kavita is the host of The Midlife Reinvention podcast, where she shares empowering insights and inspiring stories. She is also the creator of the course It’s My Time Now!
In this episode, we explore:
✨ What is Ikigai (your "reason for being")?
✨ Kavita’s proven 4-step process to discovering your Ikigai with confidence.
✨ Why embracing your Ikigai is vital for success during career and life transitions.
“Each person has something to give in this world, and it’s a combination of all that you are in different ways.” – Kavita Ahuja
Whether you're navigating a new career path, stepping into a different life chapter, or simply seeking clarity, this episode will inspire you to connect with your true purpose.
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Kavita Ahuja, MBA, CPC, ELI-MP
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Aligning with the Seasons: Tips for Slowing Down and Cultivating More Balance, Ease & Flow with Ashley Burnett, #95
Did you know the energy available to you shifts with the seasons? It was news to me, but after this conversation it made so much sense and inspired me to really take a look at the schedules I keep throughout the year.
Today’s guest is Ashley Burnett, women’s business & leadership coach, author, and the seasonally-based ritualist behind Ashley Burnett & Co. She’s also the author of “Your Spacious and Seasonal Year.”
As we are winding down fall and looking towards winter, we talk about:
becoming more intentional and creating pockets of spaciousness to tune into what nature has for us.
create pockets for joy, creativity, rest, and connection with nature
Setting a foundation, an energetic tone, in the morning to ground yourself throughout your day
Structured, scheduled moments for self-care
Importance of starting, pausing, and ending your day with rituals
How to tap into the energy of each season to be at our best
Power of sabbaticals
Ashley’s Website —> https://ashleyburnett.co/
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The Life Edit: How to Live with Intention in a Messy World with Elisabeth Sharp McKetta, #94
Today’s guest is Elisabeth Sharp McKetta - a mother, teacher, and writer - here to share her literary approach to intentionality with our podcast community. She teaches for the Harvard Extension School Writing Program, and Oxford University’s Diploma in Creative Writing as well as mentors a small group of writers each year through the Book Year Writer’s Circle. Elisabeth faced combined autopilot-and-overwhelm early in her parenting journey, which sparked a big change. She moved into a tiny house with her husband and two children —an intentional act that inspired my TEDx Talk “Edit your life like a poem.” Her tiny house existence spurred her to apply her literary editing skills to life—a discipline she calls “life-editing.” Today she will be sharing “life-editing” insights and anecdotes from her personal growth guide Edit Your Life: A Handbook for Living with Intention in a Messy World (Penguin: TarcherPerigee, 2023)
In the episode, we cover the following topics:
Examine your life for what it is, what it could be, and what is needed
Edit your life for clarity, growth, and generosity
Enjoy your life, savoring the ordinary and accepting the exceptions
If you would like to venture further into Elisabeth’s writing, teaching, and speaking, you can do so at elisabethsharpmcketta.com.
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5 Things To Be Afraid of This Halloween, #93
🎃 5 Things to Be Afraid of This Halloween (and Every Day!):
The Fear of Too Much Stuff: Declutter with intention! Physical clutter weighs on our minds and homes, creating invisible burdens. This Halloween, be brave—let go of what doesn’t bring true value.
Phantoms of Lost Time: Time is precious, yet invisible “phantoms” like mindless scrolling and overcommitments steal it away. Reclaim your hours by being mindful of what fills your days.
The Haunting of Comparison Curses: Social media can trick us into endless comparisons, making us feel we’re not enough. Break the spell and embrace your unique path to a simpler, more fulfilling life.
The Spell of Mindless Spending: With sales around every corner, it’s easy to fall into impulse buying. Avoid the trap! Stick to what truly adds value and joy, and resist unnecessary spending.
The Zombie Routine: Living on autopilot steals your joy and purpose. Snap out of the routine and reconnect with habits that bring meaning. Life is more than just going through the motions.
This month, I’m also excited to distribute our second Let’s Slow Down newsletter! It’s a space for even more connection and insight. Sign up at letsslowdown.net for highlights, resources, and a deeper look into my journey of intentional living.
👻 Special Guest Offer Dr. Heather Penny, from Episode 87, is generously offering her course The Life You’re Made For free through December! Her book inspired me with fresh perspectives on restorative rest and intentionality, and I can’t wait for you all to check out her course. For more details, sign up for the newsletter.
Thank you for joining me in facing these ‘frights’ of modern life. Let’s keep clearing the clutter from our minds, homes, and schedules to create space for true peace and purpose. Remember, simplicity and intentionality are powerful tools to keep those ‘haunts’ at bay. Here’s to a slower, simpler life—one intentional choice at a time.
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You Can Too: Transforming Fear into Fuel for Success with James Brackin IV, #92
James Brackin IV, is a coach and host of the You Can Too Podcast, where he interviews exceptional humans to help you expand your idea of what's possible. James also teaches podcasters how to get their dream guests and works for a company called Book Thinkers, which promotes self-development books. He really is a combination of all my favorite things!
James' mission is “To help you get clear on the underlying reasons for why you self sabotage and dive deep into what you truly want and create the habits to actually make it possible. He believes that we all have the ability to make what’s in our mind tangible in the world, the only thing standing in our way is the belief that you can’t.”
Highlights of Our Conversation Include:
✨How fear and personal loss was a great motivator for James
✨The power of un-learning limiting beliefs
✨Focusing on taking action, and the accountability that comes from a coach
✨Rethinking hustle culture and redefining success
✨Embracing Uncertainty
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Choosing Bold: From Burnout to Thriving with Leigh Burgess, #91
My guest today is the incredible Leigh Burgess. I was so inspired by our conversation, and I hope you are, too.
After over 20 years in healthcare and business, Leigh went on her own to build Bold Industries Group (BIG), an organization that encompasses her passion for tackling big challenges that when solved, make the world a better place. Her mission is to help leaders solve problems for good. Leigh is a regular contributor to Forbes and Entrepreneur. She was honored as one of Success Magazine’s 125 Leaders Making a Difference and is currently nominated for Success 50 Women of Influence. She also hosts her own podcast called The Bold Lounge.
Leigh and I talk about her burnout in 2020, which led her to leave the corporate world and boldly go out into the world with her own business. She models the power of a growth mindset and has an outlook on life that is both inspiring and energizing. After re-aligning herself with her meaning and purpose, she got intentional in building a life she loves that allows her to live boldy and thrive.
Lessons from Leigh:
-Our late 40s can be an awakening if we just give ourselves a fresh perspective.
-Happy isn’t a destination, it is a choice - a way of being in your own skin.
-Healing, nurturing and creating can help to find clarity.
-Sometimes, you just need to know where to go next. You don’t always need to know A-Z. You don’t need to have it all figured out!
-Managing burnout isn’t a one and done, you need to constantly manage yourself because life goes fast.
-Keep taking risks, being vulnerable, because there is so much strength to gain from those experiences.
-Celebrate your wins!
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Conquer Your Clutter Using Tapping with Angela Agranoff - Bonus Episode #90
🎤My guest today is Angela Agronoff of The Unclutter Angel. Coming to us from Colorado, Angela is a wife, mother of three, author, blogger and speaker. She offers solutions to end the frustration of being unorganized, and gives encouragement to women and families to move forward and take action with their organizing and decluttering projects.
Angela has previously guested on the podcast in episode #68, where we discussed the importance of finding your why when decluttering and organizing your life. Today, we are talking about the Emotional Freedom Techniques, or EFT, that Angela outlines in her book called EFT: Conquer Your Clutter with Tapping: A Step-by-Step Guide to Using EFT to Overcome Clutter, Being Overwhelmed, and more. (affiliate link)
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Five Ways I’m Staying Grounded During a Busy Season #89
Fall is a busy season for my family, and each year at this time I reflect and record an episode with ways that I’m coping and getting through without burning out. If you’d like to check out last year’s, click here #42 How I’m Coping With a Busy Fall. This year I am focusing on these five things to get me through:
CONNECTION
UNPLUGGING
SELF WORTH
FILLING MY CUP
LIVING WELL
Episodes referenced in today’s episode:
#87 The Life You’re Made for with Dr. Heather Penny
#83 Six Secrets for a Well-Lived Life
#71 Looking for Inspiration + Need Energy? Get a Connection
Affiliate Link for Dr. Gladys McGarey’s book: The Well-Lived Life
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A New Way to Prioritize Well-Being with Tech Balance Founder Ryan Bell, #88
Today’s guest is Ryan Bell, a startup founder aiming to build the most student-centric wellbeing solution. Since the pandemic, he has supported the well-being of over 1,000+ students, and his startup, Tech Balance, has been backed on 3 occasions by the Government's Innovation Agency, Innovate UK. He is currently working with students and universities to co-create an engaging student well-being app called Balance to be used for higher education.
Highlights of the episode:
Screen time: management and implications
Ryan’s inspiration for starting the app Balance
Three Pillars of Well-Being
Connecting with your body
Connecting with others
Connecting with yourself
Ryan offers real-life examples of how to connect with the three pillars
Ways to use the app to benefit your well-being right now
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Email Ryan at: ryan.bell@techbalance.co.uk
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The Life You're Made For with Dr. Heather Penny, #87
Dr. Heather Penny is a leadership coach, trusted advisor, celebrated teacher, and engaging speaker and author. She's the author of The Life You're Made For: Finding Clarity, Confidence, and Courage to be Fully Alive, Grace Space and The Bracelet. Her mission is to draw out people’s natural strengths to engage purposefully in their lives and the relationships they value.
In her book, The Life You’re Made For, Dr. Penny says, “Change is easier than you think. Your pace is up to you. It’s not about keeping up with the warp-speed you (or others) may be running, but rather slowing down and doing less.” She asks readers to “consider the cost when you push too hard. You lose clarity regarding what you care about and where you are going. You waste valuable time spinning your wheels, and you often burn out or crash. Slowing down regularly to reassess where you are going and how best to get there - whole and well - cultivates a life of ever-increasing clarity.”
In this episode we talk about work-life balance. How to shift the focus from “how to balance life” to “how to rest restoratively.” RESTorative Rest. “Without learning to trust, you will not be able to rest.” -Dr. Penny
“We need to regain trust in the journey. Trust in one another. Trust that situations will work out. Trust in a beautiful plan for our lives. Trust in green pastures and calm waters. Trust in our decision-making abilities. Trust that if we rest, all will truly be well. We need to rest in the fact that we can rest because life isn’t all up to us.” -Dr. Penny
We discuss The Art of Slowing Down: “Take time to breathe deep, slow your pace, and notice your surroundings. These simple acts will begin to unclench the knot in the pit of your stomach - the one that’s been there so long it’s starting to feel almost normal. The process of discovery honors the intuition within you that’s been saying for years there has to be more than chasing validation while simply surviving. But none of this can happen if all you’re doing is worrying about keeping up.” -Dr. Penny
Connect with Dr. Heather Penny here.
Dr. Penny would love to share a gift to her e-course that goes along with her first book, The Life You’re Made For. When listeners sign up, simply use the code PodcastPal before December 31, 2024 to receive the course at no cost. This course is meant to feel like they have their own coach in their corner and goes along with her books, The Life You’re Made For and its Coaching Companion.
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Transform Your Life: Thought Habits, Boundary Setting, and Guilt-Free Play with Amy Kemp, #86
Do you know what your thought habits are?
Today’s guest is Amy Kemp, Owner/CEO of Amy Kemp,Inc. Amy helps leaders and business professionals understand how deeply thought habits impact every part of their work and lives. As a certified Habit Finder Coach, Amy has led over 300 female business leaders through a program called Encounter, that is designed to replace unhealthy thought habits with more healthy ones. Finally, with the launch of her first book, I See You: A Guide for Women to Make More, Have More, and Be More - Without More Work, Amy offers an opportunity for everyone to learn and engage with her and the principles that guide her coaching. Forbes magazine named this one of “5 Books To Help You Become A Better Leader In 2024”!
In this episode we discuss:
The practice of boundary setting with people and our goals/ambitions
Creating easy filters to make decisions
The importance of looking at the wholeness of your life when goal setting
The heavy weight unpaid labor puts on many women
What do you want to create?
How to give a busy mind a higher level of care
The need for guilt-free play, especially for people with busy minds
Links Mentioned:
Let’s Slow Down Podcast Episode #69: How to Create a Morning Routine that Supports Intentional Living
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Let's Slow Down: THE BOOK. The Art of Simple, Intentional Living, #85
Let's Slow Down, THE BOOK, is finally here! Click HERE to purchase your copy today!
Today Annemarie shares about her journey to publish her first book, along with what it's about, and who would benefit reading it.
Highlights are:
- Acknowledge Where You’re At, Accept Who You Are
- Importance of Rest and Recovery
- What Matters Most
- How to Simplify
- Redefining Life on Your Own Terms
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Summer Wrap-Up: A Review of My Experience with Project 333 and 5 Ways to Simplify a Busy Season, #84
In this final episode of our Summer 2024 Short Series I have a fun announcement, along with a review of my experience taking the minimalist fashion challenge Project 333, and finally 5 ways to simplify a busy season. I also cover a summer reflection/journal prompt to help you make the most of the summer season in years to come.
Links:
Get your copy of Let’s Slow Down today! Available in paperback and ebook.
Project 333 by Courtney Carver
Let’s Slow Down Podcast, Ep. 77: Simplify Your Wardrobe with Project 333
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6 Secrets for a Well-Lived Life, #83
In this episode, Annemarie recaps her month off and how breaks can be restorative and productive. She also shares insights from the book, The Well-Lived Life by Dr. Gladys McGarey, along with the doctor's six secrets to healthy and happiness.
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10 Simple Pleasures of Summer: Enjoying the Best of the Season, #82
Today's summer short episode focuses on how to enjoy it all and make it count this summer season. Relax and unwind this season by trying a few (or all) of these simple pleasures available to us all summer long.
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Slow Down for a Stress-Free Summer: Simple Tips to Make Your Summer Easier, #81
In today's episode, I'm sharing simple tips to make your summer easier and more stress free. After all, isn't that what summer is all about? Take a listen to this quick episode and start integrating these tips now to let your summer be easy and fun.
Mentioned:
Episode 33: Simple Summer Nights
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Ultimate Guide to Packing Light for Your Next Trip, #80
Don't let packing stress you out or weigh you down for your next trip. Today's summer short episode focuses on ways to pack minimally and intentionally for your summer vacation. Packing lighter will add to the ease and enjoyment of your travels by eliminating excess time, clutter, and work you need to do to prepare and unpack from your vacation. Maybe it will even spark an interest to live like this all year long!
Mentioned:
Episode 77: Simplify Your Wardrobe with Project 333
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5 Ways to Be Intentional This Summer, #79
Welcome to the first episode of the Let's Slow Down Summer '24 Series! In walking the walk, I am slowing down the pace of the podcast and bringing back the summer short episode series on a bi-weekly basis. I am prioritizing family time and a break for the summer months. Full length, weekly episodes will return in the Fall.
In this episode, I highlight 5 ways to live an intentional summer, so that you can make the most of this special season and have lots of meaningful memories and moments.
Mentioned:
Episode 77: Simplify Your Wardrobe with Project 33.
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Making Room to Breathe: Holistic Decluttering with Noelle Fowler, #78
In this enlightening episode of Let’s Slow Down, we chat with Noelle Fowler, a fellow New Jersey resident and TCNJ alumna who runs a successful Holistic Decluttering Coach business called Make Room to Breathe.
Noelle runs The Making Room membership, which equips women with the tools and knowledge to simplify and curate a home they love, tailored to their current season of life. Noelle is dedicated to helping busy women simplify their lives to make room for what truly matters. Her simple, practical, and sustainable approach to decluttering is designed to seamlessly integrate into the rhythms of everyday life, ensuring that no one spends their entire weekend decluttering only to see the piles return.
In this episode, we discuss:
The stark difference between organizing and decluttering.
How a holistic approach to decluttering, combined with education, can create sustainable change.
The importance of incorporating the emotional side of decluttering to support women in making room for what matters most in their lives.
Easy tips for living an intentional summer this season.
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Simplify Your Wardrobe with Project 333, #77
Many of us struggle with too many clothes. Our closets are stuffed, our credit cards are maxed out, and we still feel like we have "nothing to wear!" Today, I'm going to share the philosophy and rules of Courtney Carver's "Project 333," and explain why I'm taking the challenge this summer. Learn how decluttering your closet can have benefits that go well beyond clothes. For those of you who are serious about getting simple and intentional about your wardrobe, this is the episode for you.
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How My Family Quit Being Busy for a Season, #76
In this reflective episode, I recap my family's spring, focusing on our decision to forgo intense sports and embrace a simpler, more intentional season. I share insights on the benefits we experienced, including less stress, improved mental and physical health, and more quality family time.
Benefits of Our Simpler Spring:
Less Busy Schedule
Increased Quality Time
Improved Mental Health
Better Physical Health
Focus on Important Activities
Observations:
Kids spent more time outdoors, playing together, and exploring hobbies.
Mom found more time for personal projects, like her podcast and writing a book.
The family experienced a lighter, more focused, healthier, and less frazzled lifestyle.
As I reflect on the success of our spring experiment to quit being busy, I’d like to encourage listeners to consider experimenting with simplifying their schedules to reduce stress and improve family well-being. I can’t emphasize enough the importance of taking time to regroup, reset, and find clarity.
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What is a Grown-Up Anyway? Harnessing Curiosity & Compassion with Personal Development Expert Sammy Burt, #75
Key Points:
Sammy Burt's background and expertise in leadership development.
Her philosophy of personal evolution: becoming who we organically are and aspire to be.
The importance of integrating compassion and curiosity into our self-development journey.
Practical strategies to balance action with presence and growth.
How to cultivate a mindset that supports continuous personal and professional development.
Sammy has also written her first book, coming this Fall. Sign up here to get updates on What is a Grown-Up Anyway? and to learn more about Sammy’s definition of a “grown-up” and how we can be one:)
“Release yourself from the weight of unreasonable expectation and see a world of possibility with a fresh new perspective.” -Sammy Burt
Call to Action:
Reflect on how you incorporate personal development in your life.
Consider how to practice self-compassion and curiosity in your personal development journey.
Visit the Farleigh Performance and Backpack websites to learn more about Sammy Burt’s work and resources for leadership and personal development.
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Feel Like You’re at the Mercy of Your Circumstances? You Have Power Over Your Life with Lorena Schuth, #74
Feel like you’re at the mercy of your circumstances? Think again. You have power over your life! Today’s guest is Lorena Schuth, a self concept and manifestation coach with us from Germany, to teach us about the power of manifestation and how it can change our lives.
It is Lorena’s mission to show you that you don’t have to betray yourself, lie to yourself, deny your true beliefs or micromanage your emotions in order to create the reality you desire.
We discuss:
Tapping into our subconscious beliefs and patterns to impact how we show up for ourselves and in our relationships.
How everything is manifested in life and how we can use that to our advantage.
The mind-body connection and how manifestation affects the nervous system.
How to get our subconscious out of autopilot to break negative patterns.
The wisdom in slowing down and what comes of time in “the nothing.”
The value of allowing ourselves to be loved and supported.
Clearing energetic blocks.
How your state of being affects your reality.
Connect with Lorena:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lorenaschuth
Holistic Manifestation Guidebook: https://www.lorenaschuth.com/holistic-manifestation
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Doing This Regularly Can Empower You to Live More Intentionally, #73
In her latest episode, Annemarie shares exciting news about the Let's Slow Down Podcast and offers tips on how to regularly empower yourself to live more authentically and with intention.
Questions to Consider While Listening:
How are you doing? Really?
Do you have enough time for everything on your list? Or do you need to pair down and simplify?
Do you have enough breathing room in your days?
How can you utilize meditation to live more mindfully?
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Stop Measuring Your Self-Worth by What You Accomplish. How to Be a Human BEing instead of a Human DOing with Dr. Nissa Keyashian, #72
This episode is for anyone who has a busy mind and has a hard time finding stillness. Stop measuring your self-worth by what you accomplish and learn how to slow down, live in the moment and find peace.
Today’s guest is Dr. Nissa Keyashian, host of amindfulmd.com. Nissa is a mother, psychiatrist, life coach and meditation & yoga instructor. She is the author of the incredibly calming, beautiful book, Practicing Stillness: 50 Simple Exercises to Slow Down, Live in the Moment, and Find Peace.
Nissa gives us lots of books to reference in this episode, which I will link below!
Practicing Stillness, by Nissa Keyashian
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