About this episode
Send us a Text Message and suggest a topic or guest!Ever fantasized about setting a match to all the toys scattered across your living room floor? You're definitely not alone. That overwhelming feeling of drowning in stuff is precisely what led Julia Ubbenga – mother of five, minimalist living coach, and author – to radically transform her family's relationship with possessions.The relentless clutter of toys, clothes, and household items can transform parenting from a joy to a constant struggle with stuff management. Julia shares her journey from shopping addiction to simplified living, offering practical strategies for decluttering both our physical spaces and our inner lives.• The state of our homes frequently reflects the state of our souls – creating physical space can lead to spiritual and emotional freedom• Starting your decluttering journey by identifying which areas cause you the most stress rather than arbitrary starting points• Taking a middle ground approach to minimalism – testing what you can live without before permanently letting go• Addressing gift-giving with family • Minimalism teaches children generosity, contentment, and that abundant life doesn't require abundant stuffVisit richinwhatmatters.com to learn more about Julia's courses and new book "Declutter Your Heart and Home: How a Minimalist Life Yields Maximum Joy" The Thriving Family Accelerator provides an easy, 3-step process to lower stress, parent as a united team, and enjoy a true friendship with your spouse & relationship with your kids. Sign up now for this live parent coaching with proven methods for positively engaging your family and redistributing the mental load.
