Minimalist Moms Podcast | Purposeful Life & Parenting Tips

In this day and age, it can be difficult to truly feel present in motherhood. We have so many roles we’re juggling, schedules to manage, self-care to maintain (not to mention remembering little details - such as what to add to the grocery store list or that school pickup is early on Friday.) The question is: how do we manage presence when it feels like we’re pulled in various ways? Joining me today to talk through this topic is author, Sarah Bragg. Sarah wrote about this topic (and more) in her recent book, A Mother’s Guide to Raising Herself. Today we’ll be discussing how to cultivate presence: how can we challenge ourselves to be more present in the moment without needing to document everything on Instagram/social media? How we can be more present as mothers, wives and friends? And how we can teach our children to cultivate presence in their own lives?
About Sarah |
Sarah Bragg is a popular podcast host, communicator, and author. You can find her on iTunes hosting the podcast Surviving Sarah. She is also the author of A Mother’s Guide to Raising Herself: What Parenting Taught Me About Life, Faith and Myself. She is also a wife, mother of girls, and a creative entrepreneur. Sarah is a master at brewing coffee and helping others survive well right where they are. Sarah and her family reside in Tennessee.
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For those who are new here, I occasionally release bonus episodes designed for a specific part of my audience. I have listeners from all kinds of faith backgrounds, and this episode is shared from a Christian perspective. If that’s not quite what you’re looking for today, feel free to explore the other episodes released this week - or join me back here next Tuesday for a conversation you won’t want to miss!
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Some of the topics that most deeply impact our lives are often the ones we're least willing to talk about. Shame, addiction, anxiety, politics, and confession can feel too uncomfortable - or too risky - to bring into the light. But what if healing begins with simply being honest?
In this episode, Diane sits down with pastor and author Mike Novotny to discuss his book, Taboo: Topics Christians Should Be Talking About But Don't. Drawing from his own story of childhood pornography addiction and recovery, Mike shares why secrecy keeps us stuck while confession creates space for freedom, healing, and authentic community.
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Previous Episode: Good Pictures Bad Pictures | Kristen Jenson (EP14)
Previous Episode: A Proactive Approach to Talking with Your Teen About Pornography | Parker Hymas (EP15)
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Book: Taboo: Topics Christians Should Be Talking About But Don't

About Mike |
Mike Novotny has written numerous books, including “3 Words That Will Change Your Life;” “What’s Big Starts Small;” “You Know God Loves You, Right?;” and “When Life Hurts.” He holds a Doctorate of Ministry from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School and loves being able to pour his joy and passion into his ministry at The CORE. 
Mike is also the lead speaker for Time of Grace, a global media ministry that is committed to ensuring that God’s grace—his love, glory, and power—is accessible around the world. As an independent, donor-funded ministry, Time of Grace works to remind people of the satisfaction and fulfillment found in Jesus, sharing their message through television, print, social media, podcasts, and other practical resources. 
Mike lives with his wife, Kim, and their two daughters, Brooklyn and Maya; runs long distances; and plays soccer with other middle-aged men whose best days are long behind them. To find more books by Mike, go to the Time of Grace website.
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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.

Our Sponsors:
* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.com/MINIMALIST
* Check out BetterHelp and use my code betterhelp.com for a great deal: https://www.betterhelp.com
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It's easy to become consumed by the rhythms of our own homes, schools, and schedules - but what happens when we intentionally widen our perspective?
In this episode, Diane sits down with Petra Kooman, Public Relations Principal at Compassion International, to discuss how raising globally minded children can transform not only the way our kids see the world, but also the way we think about enough, generosity, and intentional living.
Drawing from more than a decade of work raising awareness around global poverty and human trafficking, Petra shares how proximity to stories of hardship has reshaped her own approach to leadership, motherhood, and simplicity. Together, they explore practical ways families can cultivate empathy without creating fear, expose children to global issues in age-appropriate ways, and discover that minimalism isn't just about owning less - it's about making more room for compassion and generosity.
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About Petra |
Petra is a mom to William and Sophie and a wife to Andrew. A few years ago, Petra and her family moved to a small town in Ontario, Canada in pursuit of a slower and simpler pace of life. They got what they were looking for: her kids walk uphill to their nearby school almost every day. As a family, they value generosity, faith and adventure. 
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.

Our Sponsors:
* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.com/MINIMALIST
* Check out BetterHelp and use my code betterhelp.com for a great deal: https://www.betterhelp.com
* Check out BetterHelp and use my code betterhelp.com for a great deal: https://www.betterhelp.com
* Check out Ruggable and use my code MINIMALIST for a great deal: https://ruggable.com
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This is a special friend of the Minimalist Moms Podcast — meet the What I Wish I Knew Podcast with BFFs, Amy and Christina! Featured in this episode is guest, Kumiko Love! Kumiko shares how she paid off nearly $80,000 in debt as a single mom and went on to build a multi-million dollar community helping others transform their finances. But this conversation goes far beyond budgets and spreadsheets. Kumiko opens up about her personal journey and why she believes financial freedom starts with knowing who you are and what you truly value. It's an inspiring conversation filled with practical money wisdom, heartfelt reflection, and a reminder to keep a tissue nearby.
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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.

Our Sponsors:
* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.com/MINIMALIST
* Check out BetterHelp and use my code betterhelp.com for a great deal: https://www.betterhelp.com
* Check out BetterHelp and use my code betterhelp.com for a great deal: https://www.betterhelp.com
* Check out Ruggable and use my code MINIMALIST for a great deal: https://ruggable.com
* Check out Wayfair: https://www.wayfair.com

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Join me today as I talk to fellow podcaster and author, Miranda Anderson. Our conversation begins with a chat about her year of 'no spending' and we end with her five-step framework for moms to adopt and implement an adventure mindset. My hope is that you walk away from this conversation with clarity of what an adventure mindset looks like in relation to minimalism and contentment with 'less'.
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Book: More Than Enough: How One Family Cultivated A More Abundant Life Through A Year Of Practical Minimalism

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.

Our Sponsors:
* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.com/MINIMALIST
* Check out BetterHelp and use my code betterhelp.com for a great deal: https://www.betterhelp.com
* Check out BetterHelp and use my code betterhelp.com for a great deal: https://www.betterhelp.com
* Check out Ruggable and use my code MINIMALIST for a great deal: https://ruggable.com
* Check out Wayfair: https://www.wayfair.com

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