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SFP 15: How Will My Kids Benefit from Minimalism?

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The kids of today need minimalism. In this episode I am sharing with you some of the benefits of minimalism with kids and family. Highlights: What is minimalism? Four benefits for our children. Show Notes/Links Does your Kids Have Shiny Object Syndrome Why Kids Need Fewer Toys Research: Children learn better in simple, clean spaces …

How Do I Get Started With a Small Wardrobe?

SFP 10 : How Do I Get Started With a Small Wardrobe?

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I got rid of my oversized wardrobe in favor of creating a tiny collection of clothing articles that I really love. This has been an amazing change in my life. In this episode, I will share with you how I got started and some of my favorite things. The Highlights Why I made the switch to a …

About the Simple Families Podcast

SFP 01 : About the Podcast + Host

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It’s here! The Simple Families Podcast has officially launched and we are starting episode 1 with a little background on the blog, the format of the podcast, and a little about your host (me!). Have a listen, subscribe, and tell your friends about it. Episode 01: The Highlights About Simple Families About Denaye Stay connected Show …

Why I Quit Amazon

I quit Amazon. I did it because, frankly, I was buying a lot of stuff. Those boxes kept showing up on my porch. That stuff I needed had a mysterious way of transforming into clutter. The final purchase that pushed me over the edge was an eight-color automatic pencil. This pencil has eight different colors of lead built into …

Upcycle/Repurpose Your Holiday Cards

How To Upcycle Your Holiday Cards

This year we are repurposing our holiday cards. I know that sending cards is a serious production–one that demands a great deal of time, energy, and money of our loved ones. After the holiday season passes, I feel sad about throwing the cards away. Even though I stay in touch with distant friends and family through the phone and social media–there …

The Perfect Sweater

I Found the Perfect Sweater + Said Goodbye to ‘Fast-Fashion’

I have been on the hunt for the perfect sweater. Last month my favorite cardigan mysteriously developed holes all over it. I keep a very small wardrobe so I was feeling pretty lost when I had to throw it in the trash. I knew I didn’t want the next sweater to meet the same fate. I have been …