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In this episode, I sit down with author Adriel Booker to talk about what she calls “the crisis after the crisis” - that disorienting, in-between space where life no longer looks the way it once did, but the path forward still feels unclear. Drawing from her book Tethered to Hope, Adriel shares how these liminal seasons - while often uncomfortable - can become places of deep transformation. We talk about the quiet ways God meets us in uncertainty, why we don’t have to grip hope as tightly as we think, and a few simple, grounding practices that can help us move through change with more peace. If you’re in a season that feels heavy or unclear, this conversation is a gentle reminder: you’re not as lost as you feel.Links Discussed in This Episode |Checkout the podcast storefront for recommendations from Diane.Book: Renovated: God, Dallas Willard, and the Church That TransformsAdriel's Beneficial Resource: These Comfy ShoesAdriel Can't Stop Talking About:Connect with Adriel:WebsiteInstagramBook: Tethered to Hope: The Quiet Kindness of God in Crisis, Change, and the Spaces in BetweenAbout Adriel |Adriel Booker is a writer, speaker, and curator who believes the best things in life happen while gathered around the table. She lives with her family among the gum trees and sea breezes of a small town on Ngarrindjeri Country in the Fleurieu Peninsula, South Australia, where they own and operate a café, vintage shop, and co-working studio for creatives. Adriel is the author of Tethered to Hope and Grace Like Scarlett and has appeared in outlets such as Christianity Today and ABC Religion & Ethics. She writes regularly at The Foundry on Substack, and can also be found at AdrielBooker.com and across social media platforms at @adrielbooker.Episode Sponsors |The Minimalist Moms Podcast would not be possible without the support of weekly sponsors. Choosing brands that I believe in is important to me. I only want to recommend brands that I believe may help you in your daily life. As always, never feel pressured into buying anything. Remember: if you don't need it, it's not a good deal!Enjoy the Podcast?Post a review and share it! If you enjoyed tuning into this podcast, then do not hesitate to write a review. You can also share this with your fellow mothers so that they can be inspired to think more and do with less. Order (or review) my book, Minimalist Moms: Living & Parenting With Simplicity.You can contact me through my website, find me on Instagram, Pinterest or like The Minimalist Moms Page on Facebook.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

What if minimalism wasn’t about having less - but about making space for what matters? In this episode, Diane sits down with Kelly Foss of the Millennial Minimalists podcast to talk about how minimalism extends beyond your home. Kelly shares how embracing a “perfectly imperfect” approach helped her navigate stress, decision fatigue, and major life transitions with more clarity and intention. From simple decluttering strategies to mindset shifts around consumption, this conversation offers practical, doable ways to reduce overwhelm.Links Discussed in This Episode |Checkout the podcast storefront for recommendations from Diane.Diane's Resource: Rosy SoilPodcast Episode: Minimalism with Kids (and Beyond) with Diane BodenBook: The Paradox of Choice: Why More Is Less by Barry SchwartzBook: Atomic Habits by James ClearConnect with Kelly:WebsitePodcastInstagramAbout Kelly|Millennial Minimalists is a podcast about living simply and intentionally, hosted by Kelly Foss. Through conversations with bestselling authors, thought leaders, and listeners, the show explores how letting go of physical and mental clutter can lead to greater clarity, focus, and purpose. With over 257 episodes and 2 million downloads, the podcast features voices from the simplicity and personal development space. Launched in 2018, the show continues to inspire a global audience seeking to simplify their lives and cultivate more intentional living.Episode Sponsors |The Minimalist Moms Podcast would not be possible without the support of weekly sponsors. Choosing brands that I believe in is important to me. I only want to recommend brands that I believe may help you in your daily life. As always, never feel pressured into buying anything. Remember: if you don't need it, it's not a good deal!Enjoy the Podcast?Post a review and share it! If you enjoyed tuning into this podcast, then do not hesitate to write a review. You can also share this with your fellow mothers so that they can be inspired to think more and do with less. Order (or review) my book, Minimalist Moms: Living & Parenting With Simplicity.You can contact me through my website, find me on Instagram, Pinterest or like The Minimalist Moms Page on Facebook.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

There’s a quiet fear many mothers carry — but rarely say out loud:What if I’m messing this up?What if my impatience… my selfishness… my exhaustion… is shaping my kids in ways I don’t intend?In today’s conversation, I’m joined by Abbey Wedgeworth, author of the upcoming book Help I’m Ruining My Kids. Abby shares candidly about her early struggles in motherhood and the uncomfortable realization that sometimes the problem wasn’t her kids...it was her heart.We talk about what it really means to be a “work in progress.” Not self-condemnation. Not blaming our circumstances. But honest repentance - the kind that leads to repair, growth, and deeper connection with our children.Links Discussed in This Episode |Checkout the podcast storefront for recommendations from Diane.Connect with Abbey:WebsiteInstagramBook: Help! I'm Ruining My Kids: A Gospel Guide for the Mom Who's Desperate for ChangeAbout Abbey |Abbey Wedgeworth is a Bible teacher, speaker and writer. She is the author of Held: 31 Biblical Reflections on God’s Comfort and Care in the Sorrow of Miscarriage (a Christian Book Award finalist), as well as the nine-book children’s series, Training Young Hearts. She is known for her popular parenting reels on Instagram and enjoys serving and teaching in her local church as well as at conferences, retreats and conventions. Abbey and her husband, David, live in the South Carolina lowcountry, where she homeschools their three young sons. Episode Sponsors |The Minimalist Moms Podcast would not be possible without the support of weekly sponsors. Choosing brands that I believe in is important to me. I only want to recommend brands that I believe may help you in your daily life. As always, never feel pressured into buying anything. Remember: if you don't need it, it's not a good deal!Enjoy the Podcast?Post a review and share it! If you enjoyed tuning into this podcast, then do not hesitate to write a review. You can also share this with your fellow mothers so that they can be inspired to think more and do with less. Order (or review) my book, Minimalist Moms: Living & Parenting With Simplicity.You can contact me through my website, find me on Instagram, Pinterest or like The Minimalist Moms Page on Facebook.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

What if you’re not broken - but simply carrying too much? In this episode, Diane sits down with psychologist and coach Danielle Dowling to talk about the invisible weight so many mothers carry - burnout, emotional labor, identity loss, and the quiet pressure to “do it all.” Through honest conversation and practical tools, Danielle shares how to support your nervous system, set boundaries, and begin reconnecting with yourself in the middle of everyday motherhood. If you're overwhelmed, resentful, or unsure of who you are anymore, this conversation offers both validation and a way forward - one small, doable step at a time.Links Discussed in This Episode |Checkout the podcast storefront for recommendations from Diane.Connect with Danielle:WebsiteInstagramLinkedInBook: Good Girl, Bad Mom: For Every Mom Who Has Ever Felt Imperfect About Danielle |Dr. Danielle Dowling, Psy.D., is a therapist-trained life coach, Mom, and author of the upcoming memoir-manifesto GOOD GIRL, BAD MOM. With over 12,000 hours of 1:1 coaching, she helps women rewrite inherited “good girl” scripts, build bold boundaries, and reclaim a life beyond the to-do list. Blending psychological insight with warm, irreverent honesty, Danielle speaks and writes about Motherhood as both joy and job, the mental load, and simple nervous system resets she calls “Slivers of Self-Care” that actually fit into real life. Through her book, coaching, and conversations, she’s becoming a thoughtful, emerging voice in the growing movement to better see, support, and value Moms—starting with how they see and value themselves.Episode Sponsors |The Minimalist Moms Podcast would not be possible without the support of weekly sponsors. Choosing brands that I believe in is important to me. I only want to recommend brands that I believe may help you in your daily life. As always, never feel pressured into buying anything. Remember: if you don't need it, it's not a good deal!Enjoy the Podcast?Post a review and share it! If you enjoyed tuning into this podcast, then do not hesitate to write a review. You can also share this with your fellow mothers so that they can be inspired to think more and do with less. Order (or review) my book, Minimalist Moms: Living & Parenting With Simplicity.You can contact me through my website, find me on Instagram, Pinterest or like The Minimalist Moms Page on Facebook.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

What if chores and cooking weren’t just tasks - but tools for raising confident, capable teens?In this episode, Diane talks with Katie, a mom of four, about shifting from control to collaboration - helping teens build independence through real-life skills like cooking, responsibility, and decision-making. From reducing anxiety to strengthening communication, Katie shares simple systems that give teens ownership while still maintaining clear boundaries.If you want to raise teens who feel confident, capable, and prepared for real life, this conversation offers practical, doable steps to start today.Links Discussed in This Episode |Checkout the podcast storefront for recommendations from Diane.Diane's Resource: Connect with Katie:WebsiteInstagramTeens Cook Real FoodAbout Katie |Katie Kimball is known as the national voice of healthy kids cooking. She’s a former teacher, two-time TEDx speaker, writer, and mom of 4 kids. She created the Kids Cook Real Food eCourse, which was recommended by The Wall Street Journal as the best online cooking class for kids. Her blog Kitchen Stewardship helps families stay healthy without going crazy, and she’s on a mission to connect families around healthy food, teach every child to cook, and help families instill those all-important life skills!Episode Sponsors |The Minimalist Moms Podcast would not be possible without the support of weekly sponsors. Choosing brands that I believe in is important to me. I only want to recommend brands that I believe may help you in your daily life. As always, never feel pressured into buying anything. Remember: if you don't need it, it's not a good deal!Enjoy the Podcast?Post a review and share it! If you enjoyed tuning into this podcast, then do not hesitate to write a review. You can also share this with your fellow mothers so that they can be inspired to think more and do with less. Order (or review) my book, Minimalist Moms: Living & Parenting With Simplicity.You can contact me through my website, find me on Instagram, Pinterest or like The Minimalist Moms Page on Facebook.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Drowning is fast, silent, and often happens with adults nearby - so what are we missing?With Spring Break and summer travel approaching, Diane shares a timely conversation on what every parent needs to know about keeping kids safe in and around water. From the surprising statistics to the simple systems that save lives, this episode breaks down practical, doable steps - like assigning a “water watcher,” choosing the right swim lessons, and avoiding common safety mistakes many families unknowingly make.If your family will be near water this season, this is a must-listen conversation that could change the way you approach pool days, vacations, and everyday play.Links Discussed in This Episode |Checkout the podcast storefront for recommendations from Diane.Connect with Dr. Molly O'Shea:WebsiteInstagramGoldfish Swim School - InstagramAbout Dr. Molly O'Shea |Dr. Molly has been in practice for nearly 30 years, providing health care to her two Michigan based pediatric offices. She served as a journal editor for American Academy of Pediatrics and a columnist for The Detroit News “Ask the Doctor” column. A lifelong swimmer and advocate for water safety, Dr. Molly serves as the "o-fish-al" pediatrician of Goldfish Swim School. She is an expert on: Medically backed water safety tips
, Holistic child development
, Swimming lessons impact on childhood development as well as Recent American Pediatric Association papers on water safety. Episode Sponsors |The Minimalist Moms Podcast would not be possible without the support of weekly sponsors. Choosing brands that I believe in is important to me. I only want to recommend brands that I believe may help you in your daily life. As always, never feel pressured into buying anything. Remember: if you don't need it, it's not a good deal!Enjoy the Podcast?Post a review and share it! If you enjoyed tuning into this podcast, then do not hesitate to write a review. You can also share this with your fellow mothers so that they can be inspired to think more and do with less. Order (or review) my book, Minimalist Moms: Living & Parenting With Simplicity.You can contact me through my website, find me on Instagram, Pinterest or like The Minimalist Moms Page on Facebook.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

What do you do when life doesn’t go as planned - and you’re just trying to get through the day?In this episode, Diane sits down with author and poet Tanner Olson to talk about navigating grief, burnout, and uncertainty with honesty and quiet hope. Rather than offering quick fixes, Tanner shares how small moments can help you move through hard seasons with more gentleness.If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure of what’s next, this conversation offers simple, comforting reminders that you’re not alone - and that hope can begin, even here.Links Discussed in This Episode |Checkout the podcast storefront for recommendations from Diane.Connect with Tanner:WebsiteInstagramYouTubeBook: Getting Through What You're Going Through: Notes and Poems for Hoping and BecomingAbout Tanner|Tanner Olson is an author, poet, and speaker. Across the country he shares poetry and tells stories of grace and hope. His work has been described as “hopefully unique and inviting” as it blends faith, humor, and curiosity. Tanner is the author of four books, doesn’t take himself too seriously, drinks his coffee black, and cheers for the Orlando Magic. He lives in Nashville, Tennessee with his wife, son, and dog, Pancake.Episode Sponsors |The Minimalist Moms Podcast would not be possible without the support of weekly sponsors. Choosing brands that I believe in is important to me. I only want to recommend brands that I believe may help you in your daily life. As always, never feel pressured into buying anything. Remember: if you don't need it, it's not a good deal!Enjoy the Podcast?Post a review and share it! If you enjoyed tuning into this podcast, then do not hesitate to write a review. You can also share this with your fellow mothers so that they can be inspired to think more and do with less. Order (or review) my book, Minimalist Moms: Living & Parenting With Simplicity.You can contact me through my website, find me on Instagram, Pinterest or like The Minimalist Moms Page on Facebook.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

What if stress isn’t the price of success - but the thing stealing it? In this episode, Diane sits down with former C-suite executive and leadership advisor Amy Leneker to explore a simple, practical framework for breaking free from overwhelm. Drawing from her book Cheers to Monday, Amy shares how to identify different types of stress, shift your mindset, and apply a 3-step method to reclaim your time, energy, and joy. If you’re tired of dreading the week ahead or constantly pushing through, this conversation offers a more sustainable - and intentional - way forward.Links Discussed in This Episode |Checkout the podcast storefront for recommendations from Diane.Diane's Resource: Instagram PostPrevious Episode: The Power of Fun with Catherine Price (EP204)Connect with Amy:WebsiteInstagramLinkedInPodcastBook: Cheers to Monday: The Surprisingly Simple Method to Lead and Live with Less Stress and More JoyAbout Amy |You deserve to lead - and live - with less stress and more joy. Amy Leneker will show you how.Amy is an optimistic, joy-seeking, recovering workaholic. She’s also a leadership expert, keynote speaker, and author of Cheers to Monday, the Surprisingly Simple Method to Lead & Live with Less Stress & More Joy (Wiley, 2026).After two decades in leadership (including ten years in the C-suite), Amy stepped off the hamster wheel of hustle and onto a more meaningful path. Known for her warmth, wit, and wildly relatable stories, Amy has trained over 100,000 people around the globe to lead (and live!) with less stress and more joy.She and her family make their home in the Pacific Northwest.Episode Sponsors |The Minimalist Moms Podcast would not be possible without the support of weekly sponsors. Choosing brands that I believe in is important to me. I only want to recommend brands that I believe may help you in your daily life. As always, never feel pressured into buying anything. Remember: if you don't need it, it's not a good deal!Enjoy the Podcast?Post a review and share it! If you enjoyed tuning into this podcast, then do not hesitate to write a review. You can also share this with your fellow mothers so that they can be inspired to think more and do with less. Order (or review) my book, Minimalist Moms: Living & Parenting With Simplicity.You can contact me through my website, find me on Instagram, Pinterest or like The Minimalist Moms Page on Facebook.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

What if building wealth wasn’t just about money - but about compounding your entire life?In this episode, Diane sits down with Kiana Danial - CEO of Invest Diva and self-made multimillionaire - to break down “triple compounding,” a powerful framework to grow your income, investments, and mindset at the same time. From rebuilding her finances with just $500 to creating an eight-figure portfolio, Kiana shares the shifts that changed everything - and why “slow and steady” isn’t always the answer.If you’re ready for a smarter, more aligned approach to building long-term wealth, this conversation will change how you think about money.Links Discussed in This Episode |Checkout the podcast storefront for recommendations from Diane.Triple Compounding in 90 seconds: www.instagram.com/p/DC7KIp4Rin8Triple Compounding Basics: www.youtube.com/watch?v=r-ovRWHZv7IKiana's Backstory in 90 seconds: www.instagram.com/p/DC7KIp4Rin8Connect with Kiana:WebsiteInstagramBook: Triple Compounding for DummiesAbout Kiana|Kiana Danial is the Founder and CEO of Invest Diva and the creator of the Triple Compounding System. She’s a Personal Investing and Wealth Creation Expert, WSJ and USA Today Best-Selling Author, Award-winning Entrepreneur, and Girl Mom who has been featured on Fox Business, CNBC.com, Yahoo! Finance, Kiplinger.com, Forbes.com, BusinessInsider.com and Moms.com. Kiana released her latest book “Triple Compounding for Dummies” (Wiley) in November 2025 to help investors and business owners alike take advantage of compounding in order to create a wealth ecosystem.Episode Sponsors |The Minimalist Moms Podcast would not be possible without the support of weekly sponsors. Choosing brands that I believe in is important to me. I only want to recommend brands that I believe may help you in your daily life. As always, never feel pressured into buying anything. Remember: if you don't need it, it's not a good deal!Enjoy the Podcast?Post a review and share it! If you enjoyed tuning into this podcast, then do not hesitate to write a review. You can also share this with your fellow mothers so that they can be inspired to think more and do with less. Order (or review) my book, Minimalist Moms: Living & Parenting With Simplicity.You can contact me through my website, find me on Instagram, Pinterest or like The Minimalist Moms Page on Facebook.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Note: I have listeners of all faith backgrounds that listen to the podcast. This episode is coming from a christian perspective so if that’s something that doesn’t fit what you’re looking for, check out the other episode that dropped this week or join me back here next Tuesday for a conversation that you don’t want to miss!---------------------------------------This podcast is part of the Clear Intentions series of the show.Is it possible that sibling rivalry holds the key to teaching kids grace, empathy, and lasting family bonds? In this episode, author and third-time guest Justin Whitmel Earley returns to talk about his new children’s book, The Big Mess—a heartfelt story centered on sibling reconciliation and the value of family amidst everyday chaos. Justin shares what led him from writing for adults to crafting stories for kids, inspired by his love for parenting and the power of imagination. He offers practical insights on turning daily messes into moments of grace, building habits of forgiveness, and nurturing healthy sibling dynamics. Whether you're navigating screen time or sibling squabbles, this conversation is packed with wisdom for every parent looking to raise kids with empathy, creativity, and connection.Links Discussed in This Episode |Checkout the podcast storefront for recommendations from Diane.Previous Episode: The Importance of Being Truly KNOWN by Our Friends (EP303)Previous Episode: Habits of the Household (EP)Connect with Justin:InstagramWebsiteBook: The Big Mess: A Deliciously Funny Story of Siblings Learning to Get AlongAbout Justin |Justin Whitmel Earley is a writer, speaker, and lawyer. He is the author of The Common Rule, Habits of the Household, and Made for People, though he spends most days running his business law practice. Through his writing and speaking, Justin empowers God’s people to thrive through life-giving habits that form them in the love of God and neighbor. He continually explores both how physical habits are more spiritual than we think and how spiritual habits are more physical than we think. He lives with his wife and four boys in Richmond, Virginia, spends a lot of time around fires and porches with friends, and is a part-owner of a local gym.Episode Sponsors |The Minimalist Moms Podcast would not be possible without the support of weekly sponsors. Choosing brands that I believe in is important to me. I only want to recommend brands that I believe may help you in your daily life. As always, never feel pressured into buying anything. Remember: if you don't need it, it's not a good deal!Enjoy the Podcast?Post a review and share it! If you enjoyed tuning into this podcast, then do not hesitate to write a review. You can also share this with your fellow mothers so that they can be inspired to think more and do with less. Order (or review) my book, Minimalist Moms: Living & Parenting With Simplicity.You can contact me through my website, find me on Instagram, Pinterest or like The Minimalist Moms Page on Facebook.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy