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Paring Down: Realistic minimalism, decluttering, & intentional living
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206: How to Ask for Help with Decluttering, My Biggest Surprise About Finland, & Robotic Lawn Mowers
03/09/2026 | 13 mins.Here's what you'll find in this week's mini episode, a.k.a. Chai Chat!
I answer:
1. Any tips on asking for help? I feel like I want/need someone for support to get momentum.
2. What is the biggest surprise about Finland so far?
Listener recommendation of the week: Derry Girls on Netflix
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Episode 165: The 15 Best Questions to Ask Yourself to Make Decluttering Easy
Episode 83: Making the Most of Our Space with Khrystyne Jaspers
Virtual Decluttering Help with Khrystyne Jaspers: Schedule a free consult HERE and tell her I sent you! (Shannon Leyko)
Khrystyne Jaspers Instagram: @khrystynejaspers
PARING DOWN (SHANNON LEYKO):
PREORDER MY BOOK, Don't Save the Good Stuff, HERE! Coming April 2027.
Join the special book email list for behind-the-scenes and opportunities to help get the word out!
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Website: www.shannonleyko.com
Instagram: @shannonleyko
TikTok: @shannon_leyko
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@shannonleyko
Facebook: www.facebook.com/shannonleyko.paringdown
Substack: Blog & Additional Support (free trial!)
TAKE THE QUIZ!! "What's Your Decluttering Type?" & receive a customized playlist with 10 episodes of Paring Down for your exact needs.
PARING DOWN RESOURCES: CLICK HERE for free checklist, hacks, worksheet, & more!
SPONSORS:
Join Wayfair Rewards today to get 5% back on every purchase: https://www.wayfair.com/
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Green Chef is the leading sustainable meal kit - (https://Greenchef.com/50paring) use code 50paring to get 50% off your first month, then 20% off for two months
Make custom gifts with Zazzle - save 25% on your first order (https://Zazzle.com)
K12 Powered Schools offers tuition-free virtual public school- Enroll online today (https://K12.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
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices205: Figuring Out a Realistic Fitness Routine with Olivia Young
02/09/2026 | 51 mins.For those of us who aren't fitness junkies, it can be hard to figure out good fitness routines that don't feel overwhelming, inconsequential, or like one more thing on our to-do list.
This week I'm joined by Olivia Young, a registered dietitian and personal trainer who's built her career around helping people find a healthier relationship with movement and food.
She breaks down the mental blocks that keep so many of us from getting started, and shares practical ways to fit strength and cardio into even the busiest schedules.
Olivia's insights are a reminder that fitness doesn't have to be all or nothing. Tune in for a grounded, encouraging take on building habits that actually last.
OLIVIA YOUNG:
Instagram: @livbeyondthetable
Website: https://www.livbeyondthetable.com/
SPECIAL OPPORTUNITY:
Get your FREE ticket to Get Organized HQ Virtual Summit
PARING DOWN (SHANNON LEYKO):
PREORDER MY BOOK, Don't Save the Good Stuff, HERE! Coming April 2027.
Join the special book email list for behind-the-scenes and opportunities to help get the word out!
Sign up for my newsletter! The L.E.S.S. Express
Website: www.shannonleyko.com
Instagram: @shannonleyko
TikTok: @shannon_leyko
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@shannonleyko
Facebook: www.facebook.com/shannonleyko.paringdown
Substack: Blog & Additional Support (free trial!)
TAKE THE QUIZ!! "What's Your Decluttering Type?" & receive a customized playlist with 10 episodes of Paring Down for your exact needs.
PARING DOWN RESOURCES: CLICK HERE for free checklist, hacks, worksheet, & more!
SPONSORS:
Join Wayfair Rewards today to get 5% back on every purchase: https://www.wayfair.com/
Ethical, luxury women's clothing at Quince.com/paring for 365-day returns, plus free shipping on your order!
Get 15% off your first order of organic bedsheets and more at Boll & Branch (https://BollAndBranch.com/paring) plus free shipping with code PARING
Zenni Optical offers beautiful eye glasses starting at just $30- (https://zenni.com/PODCAST) use code PODCAST15 for 15% off your first order
Green Chef is the leading sustainable meal kit - (https://Greenchef.com/50paring) use code 50paring to get 50% off your first month, then 20% off for two months
Make custom gifts with Zazzle - save 25% on your first order (https://Zazzle.com)
K12 Powered Schools offers tuition-free virtual public school- Enroll online today (https://K12.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
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices204: How to Stop Feeling Behind on Your To-Do List with Megan Sumrell
01/09/2026 | 56 mins.Most of us need a to-do list to survive, but there's one major issue with them that productivity expert Megan Sumrell helps us unpack today:
To-do lists are not a plan.
Megan has spent years helping women rethink how they plan their time, and this conversation is full of practical, refreshing ideas.
If you've ever ended a day feeling behind despite working nonstop, this episode is for you!
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SPECIAL OPPORTUNITY:
Get your FREE ticket to Get Organized HQ Virtual Summit
PARING DOWN (SHANNON LEYKO):
PREORDER MY BOOK, Don't Save the Good Stuff, HERE! Coming April 2027.
Join the special book email list for behind-the-scenes and opportunities to help get the word out!
Sign up for my newsletter! The L.E.S.S. Express
Website: www.shannonleyko.com
Instagram: @shannonleyko
TikTok: @shannon_leyko
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@shannonleyko
Facebook: www.facebook.com/shannonleyko.paringdown
Substack: Blog & Additional Support (free trial!)
TAKE THE QUIZ!! "What's Your Decluttering Type?" & receive a customized playlist with 10 episodes of Paring Down for your exact needs.
PARING DOWN RESOURCES: CLICK HERE for free checklist, hacks, worksheet, & more!
SPONSORS:
Join Wayfair Rewards today to get 5% back on every purchase: https://www.wayfair.com/
Ethical, luxury women's clothing at Quince.com/paring for 365-day returns, plus free shipping on your order!
Get 15% off your first order of organic bedsheets and more at Boll & Branch (https://BollAndBranch.com/paring) plus free shipping with code PARING
Zenni Optical offers beautiful eye glasses starting at just $30- (https://zenni.com/PODCAST) use code PODCAST15 for 15% off your first order
Green Chef is the leading sustainable meal kit - (https://Greenchef.com/50paring) use code 50paring to get 50% off your first month, then 20% off for two months
Make custom gifts with Zazzle - save 25% on your first order (https://Zazzle.com)
K12 Powered Schools offers tuition-free virtual public school- Enroll online today (https://K12.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
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices203: How to Get Past Decluttering the Same Spots, Lindsay Clancy, & Our First Week in Finland
27/08/2026 | 20 mins.Here's what you'll find in this week's mini episode, a.k.a. Chai Chat!
I answer:
1. How do I get past feeling stuck doing the same spots (table, couch, entry) over and over?
2. Are you following the Lindsay Clancy trial? Who did it?
Listener recommendation of the week: The ChomChom roller for pet hair
SPECIAL OPPORTUNITY:
Get your FREE ticket to Get Organized HQ Virtual Summit
PARING DOWN (SHANNON LEYKO):
PREORDER MY BOOK, Don't Save the Good Stuff, HERE! Coming April 2027.
Join the special book email list for behind-the-scenes and opportunities to help get the word out!
Sign up for my newsletter! The L.E.S.S. Express
Website: www.shannonleyko.com
Instagram: @shannonleyko
TikTok: @shannon_leyko
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@shannonleyko
Facebook: www.facebook.com/shannonleyko.paringdown
Substack: Blog & Additional Support (free trial!)
TAKE THE QUIZ!! "What's Your Decluttering Type?" & receive a customized playlist with 10 episodes of Paring Down for your exact needs.
PARING DOWN RESOURCES: CLICK HERE for free checklist, hacks, worksheet, & more!
SPONSORS:
Join Wayfair Rewards today to get 5% back on every purchase: https://www.wayfair.com/
Ethical, luxury women's clothing at Quince.com/paring for 365-day returns, plus free shipping on your order!
Get 15% off your first order of organic bedsheets and more at Boll & Branch (https://BollAndBranch.com/paring) plus free shipping with code PARING
Zenni Optical offers beautiful eye glasses starting at just $30- (https://zenni.com/PODCAST) use code PODCAST15 for 15% off your first order
Green Chef is the leading sustainable meal kit - (https://Greenchef.com/50paring) use code 50paring to get 50% off your first month, then 20% off for two months
Make custom gifts with Zazzle - save 25% on your first order (https://Zazzle.com)
K12 Powered Schools offers tuition-free virtual public school- Enroll online today (https://K12.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
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices202: Which Teeth Whitening Products to Avoid & Do You Really Need to Floss Daily? with Dr. Sanya Arora
26/08/2026 | 50 mins.I learned SO MUCH today! I sat down with Dr. Sanya Arora to get real about what's actually happening with our oral health.
From flossing myths to the truth about whitening products, this conversation challenged a lot of what I thought I knew about how to take care of my teeth.
We Cover:
What actually matters more for preventing cavities than flossing
The hidden risks of mouth rinses
Which toothpaste could be wearing down your enamel
The surprising links between your dental health and conditions like heart disease, diabetes, and dementia
How Dr. Arora approaches patients with dental anxiety
And more!
I walked away from this episode with a completely new perspective on my own dental routine, and I have a feeling you will too!
DR. SANYA ARORA:
Instagram: @doctor.singer
MENTIONED THIS EPISODE:
Get your FREE ticket to Get Organized HQ Virtual Summit
PARING DOWN (SHANNON LEYKO):
PREORDER MY BOOK, Don't Save the Good Stuff, HERE! Coming April 2027.
Join the special book email list for behind-the-scenes and opportunities to help get the word out!
Sign up for my newsletter! The L.E.S.S. Express
Website: www.shannonleyko.com
Instagram: @shannonleyko
TikTok: @shannon_leyko
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@shannonleyko
Facebook: www.facebook.com/shannonleyko.paringdown
Substack: Blog & Additional Support (free trial!)
TAKE THE QUIZ!! "What's Your Decluttering Type?" & receive a customized playlist with 10 episodes of Paring Down for your exact needs.
PARING DOWN RESOURCES: CLICK HERE for free checklist, hacks, worksheet, & more!
SPONSORS:
Join Wayfair Rewards today to get 5% back on every purchase: https://www.wayfair.com/
Ethical, luxury women's clothing at Quince.com/paring for 365-day returns, plus free shipping on your order!
Get 15% off your first order of organic bedsheets and more at Boll & Branch (https://BollAndBranch.com/paring) plus free shipping with code PARING
Zenni Optical offers beautiful eye glasses starting at just $30- (https://zenni.com/PODCAST) use code PODCAST15 for 15% off your first order
Green Chef is the leading sustainable meal kit - (https://Greenchef.com/50paring) use code 50paring to get 50% off your first month, then 20% off for two months
Make custom gifts with Zazzle - save 25% on your first order (https://Zazzle.com)
K12 Powered Schools offers tuition-free virtual public school- Enroll online today (https://K12.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
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:
Website: www.shannonleyko.com
Instagram: @shannonleyko
TikTok: @shannon_leyko
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@shannonleyko
Facebook: www.facebook.com/shannonleyko.paringdown
Weekly Newsletter: The L.E.S.S. Express
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