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Paring Down: Realistic minimalism, decluttering, & intentional living
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120: Decluttering through Grief - Letting Go of Belongings After Loss with Krista St-Germain
20/01/2026 | 56 mins.If you've ever struggled with letting go of sentimental items after loss, I hope today's episode gives you both validation and encouragement.
I talk with Krista St. Germain of the Widowed Moms Podcast, who lost her husband to a drunk driver, and we explore the emotional weight of decluttering a loved one’s belongings.
You'll hear:
• mindset shifts around grief
• what it means to let go in a way that "feels like love"
• why there’s no one-size-fits-all approach to releasing sentimental items
This comforting conversation offers gentle guidance for decluttering when space is limited or when keeping certain items no longer feels supportive for your wellbeing.
PARING DOWN SOCIALS (SHANNON LEYKO):
Instagram: @shannonleyko
TikTok: @shannon_leyko
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@shannonleyko
Facebook: www.facebook.com/theexpertbeginner
KRISTA ST-GERMAIN
The Widowed Mom Podcast
Episode: What to Say and What Not to Say to a New Widow
Website: www.coachingwithkrista.com
Instagram: @lifecoachkrista
PARING DOWN RESOURCES:
Free Decluttering Checklist
10 Life-Changing Decluttering Hacks (free)
Treasures of the Heart: A 7-Day Bible Study on Breaking Free from Material Attachments (free)
Free 15 Clutter-Free Gift Ideas
Free Gift Request Email Template
Free Know Your Why Worksheet
Complete Guide to Decluttering Kid Stuff
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Convenient therapy that’s covered by insurance: Rula.com/PARING
25% off sitewide plus a $40 bonus gift when you subscribe to Prolon’s 5-Day Fasting Mimicking Diet. *remember this is for metabolic health, not simply a weight loss hack*: prolonlife.com/paring
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Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices119: How to Develop Self-Discipline for a Clutter-Free Home
13/01/2026 | 42 mins.Self-discipline doesn't have to feel exhausting!
In today's episode, I...
• Debunk 7 myths about self-discipline
• Share 5 core principles for developing self-discipline
• Suggest 5 specific areas to be self-disciplined about to keep a clutter-free home.
If decluttering feels like a cycle you keep repeating, this episode explains why discipline isn’t the enemy of an easy, enjoyable life—it's the key!
PARING DOWN SOCIALS (SHANNON LEYKO):
Instagram: @shannonleyko
TikTok: @shannon_leyko
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@shannonleyko
Facebook: www.facebook.com/theexpertbeginner
MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
Ep 50: The Guilt & Fear of Decluttering Gifts
Ep 112: The Trap of Upgrading Our Lives
PARING DOWN RESOURCES:
Free Decluttering Checklist
10 Life-Changing Decluttering Hacks (free)
Treasures of the Heart: A 7-Day Bible Study on Breaking Free from Material Attachments (free)
Free 15 Clutter-Free Gift Ideas
Free Gift Request Email Template
Free Know Your Why Worksheet
Complete Guide to Decluttering Kid Stuff
SPONSORS:
50% off MeUndies at www.meundies.com/paring - code PARING
10 Free Meals from Hello Fresh: www.hellofresh.com/paring10fm
Only $2.99 per meal from Every Plate, plus free steak for a month: www.everyplate.com/podcast - CODE: paringsteak
High-quality, eco-friendly activewear at fabletics.com/PARING - sign up as a VIP and get 80% off everything.
Ethical, luxury women's clothing at Quince.com/paring for 365-day returns, plus free shipping on your order!
Storyworth Memoirs to capture your loved one's life— get $10+ off: www.storyworth.com/paring
20% OFF any AquaTru water purifier when you go to AquaTru.com and use promo code PARING
$300 off Air Doctor Pro air purifier: https://airdoctorpro.com/ - Use code PARING
Convenient therapy that’s covered by insurance: Rula.com/PARING
20% off Longevity Mitopure Gummies for Urolithin A at timeline.com/PARING
25% off sitewide plus a $40 bonus gift when you subscribe to Prolon’s 5-Day Fasting Mimicking Diet. *remember this is for metabolic health, not simply a weight loss hack*: prolonlife.com/paring
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices118: Declutter Your House 15 Minutes at a Time with Tracy Hoth
06/01/2026 | 54 mins.The problem with our determination to declutter in the new year is that we often go hard at the beginning and then burn out fast. Then what?
So today I brought on certified life coach and professional organizer, Tracy Hoth, to to discuss practical strategies for overcoming overwhelm, setting realistic expectations, and making real progress in just 15 minute decluttering spurts.
Tracy introduces her SPACE method for organizing, and highlights the emotional barriers that can hinder progress.
PARING DOWN SOCIALS (SHANNON LEYKO):
Instagram: @shannonleyko
TikTok: @shannon_leyko
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@shannonleyko
Facebook: www.facebook.com/theexpertbeginner
MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
Ep 81: The Art of Making Friends & How it Helps Us Declutter
TRACY HOTH:
Website: https://simplysquaredaway.com/
Tracy's 15 Minute Challenge: simplysquaredaway.com/declutter
Tracy's Instagram: @tracyhoth
PARING DOWN RESOURCES:
Free Decluttering Checklist
10 Life-Changing Decluttering Hacks (free)
Treasures of the Heart: A 7-Day Bible Study on Breaking Free from Material Attachments (free)
Free 15 Clutter-Free Gift Ideas
Free Gift Request Email Template
Free Know Your Why Worksheet
Complete Guide to Decluttering Kid Stuff
SPONSORS:
20% OFF any AquaTru water purifier when you go to AquaTru.com and use promo code PARING
10 Free Meals from Hello Fresh: www.hellofresh.com/paring10fm
Only $2.99 per meal from Every Plate, plus free steak for a month: www.everyplate.com/podcast - CODE: paringsteak
High-quality, eco-friendly activewear at fabletics.com/PARING - sign up as a VIP and get 80% off everything.
Ethical, luxury women's clothing at Quince.com/paring for 365-day returns, plus free shipping on your order!
Storyworth Memoirs to capture your loved one's life— get $10+ off: www.storyworth.com/paring
$300 off Air Doctor Pro air purifier: https://airdoctorpro.com/ - Use code PARING
Convenient therapy that’s covered by insurance: Rula.com/PARING
20% off Longevity Mitopure Gummies for Urolithin A at timeline.com/PARING
25% off sitewide plus a $40 bonus gift when you subscribe to Prolon’s 5-Day Fasting Mimicking Diet. *remember this is for metabolic health, not simply a weight loss hack*: prolonlife.com/paring
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices117: Renewed Excitement for the Benefits of Minimalism
30/12/2025 | 43 mins.This past year brought more change than I expected—personally, spiritually, and professionally.
As you'll hear in this episode, some of the change distracted me from pursuing a life free from clutter.
So I wanted to share:
A) A little recap of my year (some analytic numbers, some personal struggles, etc.)
and
B) What has helped me recalibrate and reconnect with why decluttering matters in the first place.I hope it motivates you to feel excited about embracing a life that rejects materialism, too!
PARING DOWN SOCIALS (SHANNON LEYKO):
Instagram: @shannonleyko
TikTok: @shannon_leyko
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@shannonleyko
Facebook: www.facebook.com/theexpertbeginner
MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
Uncluttered Faith by Joshua Becker
Duo Collective marketing podcast & services
Episode 19: Decluttering as a Couple with my husband, Aaron Leyko
Paring Down Substack Information to Subscribe (weekly blog posts & bi-weekly Decluttering Hype Sessions)
PARING DOWN RESOURCES:
Free Decluttering Checklist
10 Life-Changing Decluttering Hacks (free)
Treasures of the Heart: A 7-Day Bible Study on Breaking Free from Material Attachments (free)
Free 15 Clutter-Free Gift Ideas
Free Gift Request Email Template
Free Know Your Why Worksheet
Complete Guide to Decluttering Kid Stuff
SPONSORS:
10 Free Meals from Hello Fresh: www.hellofresh.com/paring10fm
Only $2.99 per meal from Every Plate, plus free steak for a month: www.everyplate.com/podcast - CODE: paringsteak
High-quality, eco-friendly activewear at fabletics.com/PARING - sign up as a VIP and get 80% off everything.
Ethical, luxury women's clothing at Quince.com/paring for 365-day returns, plus free shipping on your order!
Storyworth Memoirs to capture your loved one's life— get $10+ off: www.storyworth.com/paring
$300 off Air Doctor Pro air purifier: https://airdoctorpro.com/ - Use code PARING
20% OFF any AquaTru water purifier when you go to AquaTru.com and use promo code PARING
Convenient therapy that’s covered by insurance: Rula.com/PARING
20% off Longevity Mitopure Gummies for Urolithin A at timeline.com/PARING
25% off sitewide plus a $40 bonus gift when you subscribe to Prolon’s 5-Day Fasting Mimicking Diet. *remember this is for metabolic health, not simply a weight loss hack*: prolonlife.com/paring
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices116: When Our Health Journeys Lead to Clutter with Andrea Nakayama
23/12/2025 | 1h 2 mins.When her husband was diagnosed with a terminal brain tumor while she was pregnant with their first child, Andrea Nakayama's career took a hard left turn. Since then, she founded the Functional Nutrition Alliance and has spent the last 20 years helping practitioners and patients learn about a holistic approach to health.
In this episode, you'll hear about the importance of both traditional medicine AND functional medicine—and why the term "functional medicine" has been exploited to encourage overconsumption.
Together, we explore the state of chronic illness in the U.S., why quick fixes and wellness trends are so seductive, and how the wellness industry often adds more noise than clarity.
This conversation is an invitation to declutter our health routines, tune back into our own bodies, and make more intentional, grounded choices—without fear, blame, or overwhelm.
ANDREA NAKAYMA:
Website: andreanakayama.com
Instagram: @andreanakayama
Andrea Nakayama Linkedin
Article: "You Can't Hack Your Health"
PARING DOWN RESOURCES:
Free Decluttering Checklist
10 Life-Changing Decluttering Hacks (free)
Treasures of the Heart: A 7-Day Bible Study on Breaking Free from Material Attachments (free)
Free 15 Clutter-Free Gift Ideas
Free Gift Request Email Template
Free Know Your Why Worksheet
Complete Guide to Decluttering Kid Stuff
SPONSORS:
$300 off Air Doctor Pro air purifier: https://airdoctorpro.com/ - Use code PARING
10 Free Meals from Hello Fresh: www.hellofresh.com/paring10fm
Only $2.99 per meal from Every Plate, plus free steak for a month: www.everyplate.com/podcast - CODE: paringsteak
Ethical, luxury women's clothing at Quince.com/paring for 365-day returns, plus free shipping on your order!
Storyworth Memoirs to capture your loved one's life— get $10+ off: www.storyworth.com/paring
20% OFF any AquaTru water purifier when you go to AquaTru.com and use promo code PARING
Convenient therapy that’s covered by insurance: Rula.com/PARING
High-quality, eco-friendly activewear at fabletics.com/PARING - sign up as a VIP and get 80% off everything.
20% off Longevity Mitopure Gummies for Urolithin A at timeline.com/PARING
25% off sitewide plus a $40 bonus gift when you subscribe to Prolon’s 5-Day Fasting Mimicking Diet. *remember this is for metabolic health, not simply a weight loss hack*: prolonlife.com/paring
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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About Paring Down: Realistic minimalism, decluttering, & intentional living
If staunch minimalism feels too extreme, but you want to declutter your house to alleviate some stress, this is the podcast for you.
Shannon Leyko's style is like having your best friend in your ear, helping you get past those tough mental roadblocks that are keeping you from decluttering the things you don't need.
From New York Times bestselling authors to everyday people in the trenches of life, Shannon's guests give practical tips and mindset advice for intentional living and self-improvement.
Listen to Paring Down if you've ever asked yourself...
Where do I start decluttering my house?
Where do I start decluttering when overwhelmed?
How do I declutter if I have ADHD?
What if I end up needing something I decluttered?
How can I stop shopping my shopping addiction?
How do I stop being stressed?
How do I keep my house clean?
How do I tidy my room?
How do I get my husband or wife to declutter?
How many toys should a child have?
How can I save money?
What is minimalism?
How can I be a minimalist with kids?
What should I declutter first?
How can I be a conscious consumer?
Find more of Shannon's work:
Instagram: @shannonleyko
Substack: https://shannonleyko.substack.com/
Newsletter: The L.E.S.S. Express
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ParingDown
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