Minimalist Moms Podcast | Purposeful Life & Parenting Tips

According to the Center for Disease Control, 194 million Americans - or 76.4% of the population - have at least one chronic illness, and half of them are women. While many of these individuals finally have a diagnosis, and are no longer “sick”, they’re still not “well.” They’ve gone through the treatments, taken the medications, and yet still find themselves suffering. 
So, what do you do after you’ve discovered the root of your condition, and you’re still not healed? How do you move past the trauma of being diagnosed (which often takes years for many patients), as well as the trauma of now living with this condition. More importantly, what is this limbo between sick and well that so many patients find themselves in? 
Joining me today for this discussion is author and advocate, Amy Kurtz. Amy shares the plan she used to move through this integral part of recovery so that others can finally break free from their own bridge between sick and well.  
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Book: But You Look Fine: Trapped in the Hell Between Sick and Well and How To Break Free

About Amy |
Amy Kurtz is a trailblazing author, certified health coach, patient advocate and speaker dedicated to empowering patients to reclaim agency over their physical, mental and emotional wellbeing. A distinct voice in the health space, Amy’s work has been heralded by Dr Mark Hyman, Kris Carr, and many more. Lena Dunham named Kicking Sick one of her “Top 10 desert island books of all time” in New York Magazine. Amy has been featured on Oprah Daily, Good Morning America, The Boston Globe, NYMAG, Fox, and more. In her debut book, “Kicking Sick: Your GO-TO GUIDE for thriving with chronic health conditions,” Amy shares her journey of living with chronic health conditions and provides a roadmap and actionable guidance to help readers manage debilitating conditions and live fully.
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Feeling overwhelmed by clutter? A simple 15-minute habit could change everything.
In this episode, I’m joined by professional organizer and life coach Tracy Hoth to discuss a simple, sustainable approach to decluttering that helps reduce overwhelm and build lasting momentum. Tracy shares how our thoughts often keep us stuck and why delaying a task is frequently more painful than simply getting started.
We explore her SPACE method for organizing - as well as practical strategies for tackling visible pain points, navigating the messy middle, and maintaining progress through simple daily habits. Tracy also explains how these same principles can be applied to mental and digital clutter, making this conversation a helpful guide for anyone seeking a more peaceful, intentional home and life.
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About Tracy|
Tracy Hoth (rhymes with both) is a certified life and organizing coach helping women simplify their homes, lives, and businesses through practical systems and mindset shifts, so they can focus on what matters most. As the host of the top 1% globally ranked Organized Coach Podcast, she empowers women to declutter with confidence, create systems that last, and step into the role of Organized Life CEOs.
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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. 
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You can contact me through my website, find me on Instagram, Pinterest or like The Minimalist Moms Page on Facebook.

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Now is the perfect time to revisit this conversation with Nicole Jaques. As summer schedules fill up with gatherings, vacations, and kids home more often, many of us are looking for practical ways to keep our homes feeling manageable without spending all day cleaning. Nicole shares simple, non-toxic cleaning solutions, easy hosting tips, and realistic strategies for creating a home environment that feels both functional and welcoming. If you've been feeling overwhelmed by clutter, household upkeep, or preparing your space for guests, this episode offers tangible, actionable ideas to help you simplify your routines and enjoy your home more this season.
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Beneficial Resource: Slow Productivity by Cal Newport
Previous Episode: How to Confidently Create Connection and Community with Morgan Tyree (EP210)
Nicole Can't Stop Talking About: Lumebox
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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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What if consistency has less to do with perfection and more to do with learning how to keep showing up in sustainable ways?
In this episode, I’m joined again by Monica Packer, habits and identity coach and host of About Progress, to discuss habits, procrastination, and why women often need a more flexible approach to personal growth.
We talk about mental load, all-or-nothing thinking, and the importance of creating “baseline habits” for hard days. Monica also shares practical strategies for overcoming procrastination, building momentum through small actions, and creating habits that support the life and identity you actually want to cultivate.
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Diane's Resource: Instagram Post
Previous Episode: Finally Get Control of Those Unwanted Habits: Understanding the Roots of Bad Habits (EP324)
Previous Episode: Small Shifts (& A More Effective) Approach to Bad Habits (EP255)
Monica's Resource: Libby
Monica Can't Stop Talking About: Project Hail Mary | Violette Lip Stain
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Book: Sticky Habits: A Woman's Guide to Reclaim Happiness, Ditch Perfectionism, and Create Habits that Last

About Monica|
Monica Packer is a recovering perfectionist who uncovered the truest model to lasting growth: it's progress made practical. As a writer, podcaster, and coach, she guides women to find sustainable growth by adopting progress over perfection. Monica’s popular podcast, About Progress is a top-rated show with millions of downloads. She has served thousands of women online as a certified habits and identity coach. Her book, Sticky Habits: A Woman’s Guide to Reclaim Happiness, Ditch Perfectionism, and Create Habits That Last, will be traditionally published Fall of 2026. Monica is a mom of 5, former middle school teacher, sourdough obsessor, and beginning gardener.
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.

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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!
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After spending more than 30 years living with undiagnosed anxiety, Nicole J. Suvar spent much of her life searching for peace through perfectionism, control, and constant activity - only to find those efforts deepened her unrest.
In this episode, Nicole shares how shame and “good Christian” expectations delayed her from seeking help, especially within motherhood and seasons of uncertainty. The conversation explores the difference between stewarding responsibilities and trying to control outcomes, along with practical ways to create more peace through prayer, Sabbath rest, boundaries, and simple daily rhythms that help reset the mind and body.
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Nichole's Resource: Merlin Bird ID App
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Book: I Don't Have to Hold It All Together: Cultivating the Peace of Eden When Feeling Overwhelmed 

About Nicole|
Nichole J. Suvar is a writer, speaker, and intentional living coach on a mission to help overwhelmed women embrace God’s design for mental wellness. She's the author I Don't Have to Hold it All Together: Cultivating the Peace of Eden When Feeling Overwhelmed. Nichole partners with several nonprofit organizations, locally and nationwide, to promote mental wellness and faith through meaningful conversations. She and her husband, Paul, live in Indiana with their three teens. You can find Nichole trying in vain to keep the cupboards stocked for her always-hungry teens, hiking a new trail and soaking in the quiet with her husband, or savoring cheddar cheese with pickles like a gourmet meal. Connect with her at LiveWithIntent.org.
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 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 Time4Learning: https://www.time4learning.com
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