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
23: Making Space for Things and People We Love with Aubrey High [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 55:34
Can you imagine your family living with your in-laws AND your parents? Certified Organizer Aubrey High knows and chose this experience, and once you hear her speak, you'll know why it works. It's such a PLEASURE to talk…
22: Doom Piles & Mail [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 32:53
Piles are the enemy's favorite weapon. (Is that too dramatic? It is. But let's go with it.) The enemy: Stress caused by a cluttered, messy home. Piles are a sneaky weapon because they're the bad guy *undercover.* Most pi…
21: Influencer Culture & Finding Contentment with Yeli Heidecker [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 47:52
With raw honesty, Yeli Heidecker shares her personal story that led to her decision to fully declutter her home today on the podcast. This is one of those episodes that will feel deeply relatable. It's so easy to start s…
20: Kid Stuff: Sentimental, Educational, Practical, & Private [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 39:52
This is your sign to DM me and let me know if there's ever a topic you want me to cover on the podcast! I love it! Today's episode is a compilation of requests that all revolved around kid stuff in some form or fashion.…
19: Decluttering as a Couple with my husband, Aaron Leyko [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:01:14
It's about to get REAL, y'all!! My husband, Aaron, is on the show with me today. Coming at you from my side of the closet, we share things we've done well and things we've learned the hard way when it comes to declutteri…
18: Seven Things I've Learned About Love [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 44:20
Am I the only one who loves a good love story? Well, I hope not, because that's what I'm dishing up on the podcast today...sort of. More like, I'm sharing some love stories gone wrong while I was dating in my 20s. Specif…
16: Permission to Declutter with Jane Conroy [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 52:16
Have you ever felt stuck, then heard someone say "It's okay to do what you need to do"... and you feel this big weight lifted from your chest? Sometimes, all we need is for someone to gently offer us permission to take t…
15: Does Minimalism Deprive Our Kids? with Elisabeth Beam [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:09:45
As parents, we're often concerned that our choices will negatively affect our kids, and decluttering feels like such an "adult" choice. So what does this mean for the kiddos? Elisabeth from @balancingbeams and I dive int…
14: Emotions We Feel When Decluttering [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 38:11
I was SO inspired after listening to Brene Brown's book, Atlas of the Heart, that I had to do a podcast episode that draws inspiration from the different emotions she defines through her qualitative research. Because par…