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
63: A Balanced Approach to Birthday Parties [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 46:06
Birthday parties are a great example of how the true power of a “minimalish” life isn’t in less for the sake of less, rather it’s about intentionality. In this episode, I share how our family personally approaches birthd…
62: Tidy Up Your Life with Tyler Moore (aka Tidy Dad) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:03:16
THE ONE THE ONLY Tyler Moore aka Tidy Dad is on today's episode! Tyler is so engaging, positive, and honest-- three attributes that have led him to features on Good Morning America and in The New York Times, Apartment Th…
61: Simplifying Holiday Traditions [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 39:37
In this episode, we talk through 5 ways to keep traditions from becoming overwhelming -- from focusing on the big picture instead of the details, to creating a fair divide of responsibilities with your partner. Here's to…
60: Decluttering Out of Gratitude with Deanna Yates [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 51:26
We often declutter from a place of frustration with all of the stuff in our homes, but the process is not only more enjoyable - but more sustainable, too - if we approach decluttering out of gratitude. In this episode, D…
59: Busting Myths About Decluttering [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 45:07
If I’ve learned one thing since creating a public platform about decluttering, it’s that a LOT of people have misconceptions about what it means to declutter. So today, we’re getting into 10 decluttering myths and why th…
58: Spending Money on What We Value with Jen Smith [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 58:18
You lucky ducks get to hear from Jen Smith of the highly popular Frugal Friends podcast! In this episode of Paring Down, she teaches us all about values-based spending so that you can Buy What You Love Without Going Brok…
57: Should We Never Buy Anything Ever Again? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 42:30
Learn 5 ways to be a conscious consumer, along with some of the dangers of taking minimalism to the extreme in this episode of Paring Down! Paring Down Podcast Instagram: ⁠⁠@paring_down⁠ Paring Down Newsletter The L.E.S.…
56: What If You Lost Everything? with Lala Hairston [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 54:16
Lala Hairston lives in the Tampa Bay area, which was ravaged by both Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton. She shares her powerful story of coming to terms with the possibility of losing everything she owns, and how tha…
55: The Ripple Effect of Clutter with Laura Carlin [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 55:33
Have you ever considered how your home either helps you or hinders you when it comes to your goals? Is it helping you be the kind of parent you want to be, or making it harder? Is it helping you have a stronger marriage,…
54: How to Keep the Clutter from Coming Back [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 40:47
Somehow, inanimate objects seem to grow legs and find their way back into our homes and onto our counters. Decluttering can feel like fighting a losing battle-- barely scooping the water out of the boat before it comes r…