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
13: Making Sustainable Living Less Complicated with Shila Wattamwar [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 51:52
Do you ever feel like "What's the point of going green? What difference is my one little choice going to make?" Or maybe you think "It's too complicated. I just don't have the bandwidth to add sustainability to my list o…
12: Ideas for Simplifying in the New Year [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 43:43
It's the last episode of 2023! What is this life?? This week, I walk you through the areas of my life I simplified this year in hopes of giving you a few ideas for what to pare down in the coming year! From books to the…
10: Why We Celebrate the Birth of Jesus with Molly Stillman [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:02:01
Who was Jesus? Does he matter even if you're not a Christian? Why do we celebrate his birth? I'm so excited to pare down the meaning of Christmas in this episode with the HILARIOUS, wise, and brilliant Molly Stillman. Mo…
8: What the Bible Says About Our Stuff with Hanna Seymour [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:01:22
We are smack in the middle of the holiday season, which for me, means Christmas! The Paring Down Podcast isn't a podcast only for Christians, however Jesus is a big part of my life, so I wanted to really pare down my bel…
7: Making Holiday Decor Meaningful [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 30:20
Thanksgiving is behind us, so it's officially time to decorate for Christmas! (Let's be honest, most of us already have.) This is a podcast about decluttering, but it's not a podcast about stringent rules or opinions. Al…
6: Creating Community in Small Spaces with Britt Meyer [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 40:14
Today on the show, I'm throwing it back to my days in NYC. Ah, to be 23 and frolicking around the city while sharing a tiny 6-floor walk up! My old NYC roommate, Britt Meyer later moved from NYC to Hong Kong, where she w…
5: Decluttering Sentimental Items [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:54
Ep. 5: Do you struggle to let go of sentimental items? In this episode, I share my experience with decluttering sentimental items after my mother passed away when I was 24 years old. You'll hear some perspective shifts t…
4: Forming Our Identity Outside of What We Own with Madison Embrey [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 53:16
It's one thing to live in a small house-- it's another to live out of two suitcases. Madison Embrey joins the show today, telling us about her life as a stunt performer and dancer on tour for the last 10 straight years.…
3: Avoiding Holiday Clutter with Karla Graves [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:02:04
The holidays are upon us! And that means an influx of stuff, traditions, and events. Oftentimes, we end up just wanting to "get through the holidays" because it's all so overwhelming. In this episode, Shannon brings on s…