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The constant stream of notifications, podcasts, social media, background noise and information has made true quiet increasingly rare. And even when we find ourselves with a few empty minutes, many of us instinctively reach for something to fill them.
In this conversation, bestselling author John Mark Comer joins me to talk about what we may be losing when we eliminate silence from our lives. Drawing from his new book, Into the Quiet, John Mark shares what surfaced during his own three weeks of solitude and why silence can feel so uncomfortable at first.
We also talk about the difference between quiet as another form of self-care to optimize and quiet as a spiritual practice; how moms and those in full seasons of life can find solitude without escaping their responsibilities; and why small, ordinary moments can become opportunities to leave a little space unfilled.
A quick note: John Mark approaches this conversation from a Christian perspective, but there’s something here for anyone craving less noise and more space to think, reflect, and simply be.
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Previous Episode: John Mark Comer Discusses the Ruthless Elimination of Hurry (Bonus Episode)
Book: Liturgy of the Ordinary: Sacred Practices in Everyday Life by Tish Harrison Warren
Book: Domestic Monastery: Creating Spiritual Life at Home by Ronald Rolheiser
John Mark's Resource: Podcast: Pray As You Go
John Mark Can't Stop Talking About: Exit Party: A Novel by Emily St. John Mandel
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Book: Into the Quiet: Following Jesus in a World of Noise

About John Mark |
John Mark Comer is the New York Times bestselling author of eight books, including Practicing the Way, which was named the 2025 Christian Book of the Year by the ECPA, and The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry, which has sold more than a million copies and been translated into over twenty languages. He is a pastor and the founder of Practicing the Way, an organization working to see the renewal of apprenticeship to Jesus in our time. More than 23,000 churches in 157 countries are actively using Practicing the Way resources. The Comers live in the Santa Monica Mountains just outside Los Angeles.
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We often think of envy as something negative - an emotion to ignore, suppress, or feel guilty about. But what if envy could actually teach us something about ourselves?
In today's episode, I'm joined by Stacy Kim to explore the difference between envy and jealousy, why we experience these emotions, and how they can reveal what we truly value. Drawing from her experiences growing up in both the U.S. and South Korea, Stacy offers a refreshing perspective on why envy doesn't always have to be rooted in comparison or resentment. We discuss how to recognize envy without judgment, use it as a tool for self-reflection, and better understand the desires behind it.
Because sometimes, the things we envy in others can tell us something important about the life we want to create for ourselves.
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Book: Envy: Why Wanting What They Have Is the Key to Getting What You Want

About Stacy |
Stacy S. Kim, Ph.D. is a social scientist, career coach, and founder of Life Junctions LLC. With nearly two decades of experience, she helps conscientious high achievers untangle envy and other internal blocks to navigate the complexities of life and work and knit together lives they love. She conducted research for the Families and Work Institute, Columbia University’s National Center for Children and Families, the University of Pennsylvania, and the Leo Burnett Company. Her work has been featured in outlets including The Washington Post, The New York Times, Business Insider, CNN, and NPR.
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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.

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I’m excited to share a podcast I’ve been loving lately called Just Sleep: Bedtime Stories for Adults. Host Tasha Glasgow reads classic, comforting stories to help you quiet your racing mind, step away from late-night phone scrolling, and easily drift off to sleep. Search for Just Sleep wherever you get your podcasts. I hope you enjoy it as much as I do!

What does tyranny have to do with parenting, marriage, or everyday life? More than we might think. Joshua Jipp, author of How Not to Be a Tyrant, joins me to explore how fear, insecurity, and the desire for control can shape the way we lead at home and beyond. We discuss the difference between authority and manipulation, why good intentions don't always justify our actions, and how humility, honest communication, and a willingness to apologize can help us build healthier relationships.
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Book: How (Not) to Be a Tyrant: Ten Lessons on Life and Leadership from the Bible’s Worst Rulers

About Joshua |
Joshua W. Jipp (PhD, Emory University) is associate professor of New Testament at the University of Notre Dame. He is the author of several books, including Reading the Gospels as Christian Scripture, Pauline Theology as a Way of Life, Saved by Faith and Hospitality, and The Messianic Theology of the New Testament. Jipp also serves as coeditor for the Baker Exegetical Commentary on the New Testament. He lives in South Bend, Indiana.
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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.

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Feeling forgetful, distracted, or mentally exhausted? Brain health expert and bestselling author Dr. Marc Milstein joins me to explore how chronic stress, multitasking, and information overload affect our memory, focus, and long-term health. We discuss the science behind “mom brain,” the importance of sleep, and simple, realistic habits that can help protect our brains as we age. Because caring for our mental well-being doesn’t have to mean adding more to our plates - sometimes it starts with doing less.
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Book: The Age-Proof Brain: New Strategies to Improve Memory, Protect Immunity, and Fight Off Dementia

About Marc |
Dr. Marc Milstein specializes in taking the leading scientific research on health and happiness and presents it in a way that entertains, educates, and empowers his audience to live better. His presentations provide science-based solutions to keep the brain healthy, lower the risk of dementia, boost productivity and maximize longevity. 
Dr. Milstein's new book, "The Age-Proof Brain," is an Amazon best seller and was nominated for the “Next Big Idea” award for best non-fiction book of the year. Here is the info on "The Age-Proof Brain"
He earned both his Ph.D. in Biological Chemistry and his Bachelor of Science in Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology from UCLA. 
 Dr. Milstein has researched topics including cancer biology and neuroscience and his work has been published in multiple scientific journals. Dr. Milstein has been quoted breaking down and analyzing the latest research in popular press such as USA Today, New York Post, and Oprah Daily. Dr. Milstein has also been featured on television explaining the latest scientific breakthroughs that improve our life. 
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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:
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* Check out Amazing Generation: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com
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* Check out Cure Hydration and use my code MINIMALIST for a great deal: https://www.curehydration.com
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