9: Donating Clutter Generously

9: Donating Clutter Generously

Author: Cloud10 December 12, 2023 Duration: 31:48
Sometimes I find myself of falling into this trap: I want to be generous...I THINK I'm pretty generous...I definitely care about generosity. But then my days get filled with soccer practices and career work and hobbies and time with family and school events, and suddenly I realize that while nothing I'm doing is bad-- in fact a lot of it is great (family time!)-- my heart to care for others has become a nice thought instead of an actual part of my life. We're smack in the middle of the miniseries on the podcast called Paring Down the Holidays. I hope today's episode is anything but pressure-filled, rather instead, it can offer practical and motivating ways we can combine our decluttering journey with the value of giving back. 'Tis the season! Paring Down Podcast Instagram: @paringdownpodcast WHERE TO DONATE: domesticshelters.org - ZIP CODE pickupplease.org - ZIP CODE Place of worship School (call and ask if they have a donation program for kids in needs of coats, shoes, etc.) Children in Foster Care: Google donate to foster children near me Refugees Goodwill or Salvation Army Buy Nothing Groups on Facebook Freecycle.org Findhelp.org Word of mouth! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/paringdown/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Paring Down: Realistic minimalism, decluttering, & intentional living is for anyone who feels overwhelmed by their possessions but finds the idea of an empty, stark home equally daunting. Host Shannon Leyko approaches these conversations with the warmth and directness of a close friend, focusing on the mental shifts needed to let go of clutter without adopting an all-or-nothing philosophy. Each episode feels like a supportive chat that acknowledges the emotional weight of our things, whether it's a crowded garage, an overstuffed closet, or a schedule packed with obligations. The discussions move beyond simple organizing tricks to explore a more intentional way of living that can create space-both physically and mentally. Leyko brings in a range of voices, from well-known authors to people navigating everyday challenges, all sharing actionable advice and perspective. This podcast digs into the real reasons we hold on to stuff and how to cultivate a home environment that genuinely serves you. It’s a practical guide for making incremental, sustainable changes that reduce stress, not a rigid doctrine to follow. You’ll find a balanced, compassionate take on creating calm in your living space and your daily routines through realistic steps.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 144

Paring Down: Realistic minimalism, decluttering, & intentional living
Podcast Episodes
42: 15 Ways to Spend Less Money [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 42:17
This episode doesn't list things to avoid temptation, like unfollow influencers or take the Amazon Prime app off your phone - though those are great ways to save money! Instead, we're talking about actionable steps that…
41: Timeless Truths About Simplicity with Suzanne Johnson [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 53:47
How do you know an idea is true? That's a pretty big question, but I've found that the best way to know if an idea is worth exploring is to find out how long it's been around. Because, as Mark Twain famously said, "There…
40: Managing Your Busy Schedule Using Time Blocking [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 36:11
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38: A Shame-Free & Intentional Approach to Screen Time for Kids [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 47:49
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37: Curating Simple & Ethical Closets with Lacey Woodroof [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:08:46
I don't know about you, but I want getting dressed to feel easy. I want to feel good in my clothes, no matter how casual or dressy the occasion. I don't want to feel overwhelmed by choices or frustrated that I have "noth…
36: 20 Habits of the Home to Prevent Overwhelm [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 48:15
Want to avoid that terrible feeling when your house just feels like this giant weight on your shoulder? There's laundry to fold, the counters have stuff all over them, your closet looks like a tornado ran through it, and…
34: The Pitfall of Too Much Backstock [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 32:32
For the sake of savings and convenience, so many of us fall into the trap of keeping too much backstock in our homes. It's become all too common to treat our homes as a store, instead of letting stores be the store and o…