Best Desirae Endres Podcasts (2024)

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115. Living in the Present: Practical Tips for Modern Women 14:03

2h ago14:03

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Many women find it challenging to stay present. As meditation and mindfulness become mainstream, we often hear phrases like "live in the now" or "we only have the present moment." However, for women balancing children, home, work, and community demands, staying present can seem nearly impossible. What does it mean to be present? For Whitney, it’s a…

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242: Building Confidence and Resilience in our Kids with Joey Mascio 48:50

1h ago48:50

48:50

Today we have special guest Joey Mascio - husband, father of 4 kids, former middle school teacher turned certified life coach for teens, and founder of the app Sidekick Hero. Joey shares his journey with creating Sidekick to Hero, a gamified program for building resilience in teens and tweens as well as some really great takeaways about how to help…

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REPLAY: Recovering the Lost Art of Rest with Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith 44:29

6h ago44:29

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Amidst today’s hustle culture, many of us have made it our norm to live life with constant noise and motion. Instead of taking time to pause and replenish, we often neglect signals from our mind and body. We push through our ever-growing to-do list and fall into bed at night feeling scattered and exhausted instead of at peace. In today’s episode, I…

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241: Prepping for a Minimal-ish Road Trip and Vacation 23:42

2h ago23:42

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Today I'm sharing a behind the scenes/ declutter with me style episode, but we're talking about travel instead of decluttering. I take you along my thought process when it comes to being intentional and minimal-ish while prepping and packing for my upcoming trip. We're more-so focused on my version of intentional vacationing vs. what exactly is in …

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114. Finding Clarity During Life’s Unpredictable Moments with Cassandra Rosa 32:05

14d ago32:05

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Life is filled with moments of transition—those instances when you look forward but feel uncertain about what’s to come. Whitney’s guest, Cassandra Rosa, calls these “now what” moments. Although they can feel daunting, Cassandra shows how to reframe them positively through gratitude and compassion. Cassandra shares practical tips for embracing the …

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REPLAY: The Science of How Natural Landscapes Restore Us and Boost Mental Health with Emma Loewe 37:10

2h ago37:10

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We all know that, long ago, humans lived outside in a way that was much more connected to the land. Over time, we’ve evolved to spend most of our time indoors, usually connecting with screens much more throughout the day than nature. While this shift is taking a toll on our physical and mental health, you don’t have to live in a mountain town or bo…

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240: A Mid Summer Check In: What Do You Need? 29:49

20d ago29:49

29:49

Today I have a solo episode for you where we go through a mid summer check in. So often we plan for the season ahead and then forget about the plan, or at least never come back to reflect on how it is going. Today, we're reflecting on how our summer is going via a simple question along with the four pillars of minimal-ish living. I personally take …

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113. Discovering Your Beauty Inside and Out with Sandy Thinnes 35:13

2d ago35:13

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When we think of beauty, we naturally focus on appearance, but beauty goes far beyond the surface. Beauty extends beyond lotions and makeup; it’s a reflection of our inner world. In today’s episode, Whitney connects with integrative nutrition, health, and mindset coach Sandy Thinnes on how women can look and feel their best from the inside out. San…

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239: The Enneagram for Moms with Beth McCord 48:15

7d ago48:15

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This week I have special guest Beth McCord, founder of Your Enneagram Coach, on the show to discuss how the Enneagram can help moms find confidence and navigate parenthood. What I love most about her message is that she emphasizes the importance of embracing your own unique personality in motherhood while also taking time to more deeply understand …

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REPLAY: How Can Grateful Living Transform Your Life? with Kristi Nelson 41:41

26d ago41:41

41:41

Ever wondered how your life could improve by embracing gratitude more wholeheartedly? In this week's episode, Whitney's guest, Kristi Nelson, delves into the profound notion of living with a grateful mindset. As a stage IV cancer survivor and the author of "Wake Up Grateful: The Transformative Practice of Taking Nothing for Granted," Kristi shares …

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238: Declutter With Me - Clean Out Your Car & Keep It Uncluttered 30:34

25d ago30:34

30:34

In this episode, I share my experience and tips for decluttering and maintaining a clean car. We talk about this all with NO shame for your current car situation because a clean car with kids is something that can often feel impossible. My car gets wild, so I know the struggle. We also talk about some mindset shifts that can help us with an unclutt…

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112. Mini Jolt - Feeling Stuck? Here's How to Break Free 17:36

16d ago17:36

17:36

Every woman feels stuck or stagnant at some point in her life. Many years ago, Whitney quit her glossy but taxing job at a creative agency to focus more on motherhood and keep a toe in the professional waters with freelance work. She thought this dramatic change would rinse away all the stress and confusion she’d encountered while establishing her …

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237: Simplifying Capsule Wardrobes and Closet Decluttering with Kristin Green 47:36

1M ago47:36

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Today I have Kristin Green of The Joyful Minimalist joining me to share her expertise on creating a capsule wardrobe and embracing minimalism within your closet and home. She shares several tips, tricks, and starting points for women and moms who are feeling overwhelmed and stuck with their current clothes but aren’t necessarily able or wanting to …

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REPLAY: F the Shoulds: Break Free From Expectations and Rock Your Life with Tricia Huffman 43:03

25d ago43:03

43:03

How often do you find yourself battling the “shoulds” in your life? You should be doing this, should be listening to that, should be going there, should be spending time with them… the list is endless. It leaves you exhausted and full of shame and guilt. Guess what? You can release yourself from this! You can give yourself freedom from the spiral o…

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236: Saying Yes 24:55

2M ago24:55

24:55

Today I'm bringing you a solo episode where I’m sharing a little bit about my own recent mindset shift and desire to step out of my comfort zone to embrace a season of “yes” with my kids this summer. Minimalism is often associated with saying “no” and living at a slower pace, but there are times when saying “yes” to things big or small can also lea…

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111. Embrace a Minimal-ish Summer: Your Guide to Simple, Joyful Living with Desirae Endres 34:31

2M ago34:31

34:31

When people think of "minimalism," they often imagine an elusive, picture-perfect room straight out of Pinterest or a wardrobe limited to a capsule collection. But, as Whitney's guest Desirae Endres, the host of The Minimal-ish Podcast, reveals, minimalism is all about cutting through the noise and clutter to make space for what truly counts in lif…

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235: A Life More Engaging Than the Algorithm - Living a Low(er) Tech Life with Erin Loechner 1:00:40

2M ago1:00:40

1:00:40

In today's episode, I interview Erin Loechner, author of 'The Opt Out Family,' about her journey from being an influencer to living a low-tech lifestyle. We discuss the challenges of social media, the power of the algorithm, and the importance of being more engaged in our real life. Erin shares her insights on how to make the shift to a low-tech li…

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REPLAY: Change Your Morning, Change Your Life 15:06

1M ago15:06

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As we approach the summer, it’s a time for reflection on both the successes and challenges, including in your wellness routines across the board. If your morning routine isn’t something you’re evaluating as we move into the summer, I urge you to consider giving it some thought. Whether you choose to move your body, meditate or savor your coffee whi…

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234: A Summer Reading Conversation with Tara Saunders 39:18

2M ago39:18

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Today we have special guest Tara Saunders who is a mom of 2, wife, and special education teacher who is now home on summer break. If you’re anything like me, the start of summer (whether I’m teaching or not) gets me excited to have more time + energy to spend reading. As an educator and kids with summer reading assignments, Tara shares her tips for…

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110. How Your Home Reflects the Life You’re Creating with Sara Ann Kostelnik 34:39

2M ago34:39

34:39

Did you know that your home can directly impact your spiritual and self-development? In fact, it’s essential that the energy of our home supports our healing and overall well-being. It’s not uncommon for women to feel overwhelmed by life and notice that their homes feel chaotic too, but it doesn’t have to be that way. Through interior design and Fe…

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233: Simplifying Summer with Diane Boden 46:55

3M ago46:55

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Today I am bringing you a fun conversation with special guest Diane Boden of Minimalist Moms all about having a minimal-ish summer. Diane shares so many great tidbits in this interview, including: finding a balance of flexibility and structure for everyone, simple routines to make getting out of the house less stressful, prioritizing connection wit…

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109. Fun Ways to Create a Sense of Belonging and Build Community with Eli Walker 40:57

2M ago40:57

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In our hyper-connected world, many women still feel profoundly lonely, yearning for deeper inner connection and uplifting communities. What if you decided to create this for yourself? In today’s episode, Whitney connects with Eli Walker, the mastermind behind Drunk Yoga and founder of The Uplift Center. Eli shares her unique approach to forging pla…

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232: Curating a Closet You Love (Even in the Summer) With Jammie Baker (A Minimal-ish Summer Replay) 44:45

3M ago44:45

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In today's episode, I'm bringing you a replay of one of my favorite conversations that is perfect for summertime. I talk with Jamie Baker about finding personal style and feeling confident in our clothes. We discuss the importance of curating a wardrobe that fits our current bodies and lifestyles, and Jammie brings tips for shopping with intention.…

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108. Strengthening the Connection to Your Intuition for a More Fulfilling Life 21:33

2M ago21:33

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Our intuition is that inner knowing of what is true. In fact, it can almost be seen as a personal GPS that guides us and speaks our truth from the inside out. When we regularly practice connecting with and trusting this inner guidance system, it becomes much easier to make choices that support our highest good. And while our inner impulses and natu…

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231: Care Creates Contentment with Carly Hill 52:18

3M ago52:18

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Today we are wrapping up our Getting Intentional At Home series with special guest Carly Hill of Debt Free Mom. Carly and I are talking all about contentment, how caring for what we already have can foster these feelings both inside and outside our homes, and all of the mental, physical, and financial effects of chronic discontentment. She also sha…

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107. Managing the Mental Load of Motherhood with Amelia Pleasant Kennedy 39:54

2M ago39:54

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Feeling overwhelmed by the juggling act of keeping all the trains running as a mom? You're not alone. But guess what? There's a way to lighten that mental load. Today on the podcast, Whitney connects with Amelia Pleasant Kennedy, a certified life coach, Fair Play facilitator, professional organizer, and the brains behind A Pleasant Solution. She's …

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230: 6 Routines That Help Me Get Intentional at Home 37:59

3M ago37:59

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Today we have a solo episode where we are taking time to celebrate the routines that help me stay intentional at home, which ranges from self-care to productivity to home management style routines. As always, you will leave this episode with some encouragement + reminders to celebrate your own wins instead of always focusing on what’s not working. …

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106. Yoga Lifestyle Habits and Essential Oils for Radical Self Care with Jennifer Pansa Rohr 34:58

2M ago34:58

34:58

Yoga and essential oils are like two sides of the same coin, each enhancing the holistic well-being of an individual in unique yet complementary ways. Whitney’s guest, Jennifer Pansa Rohr, a yoga instructor of 12 years and essential oils enthusiast, dives deep into the physical and spiritual aspects of yoga, as well as how essential oils can amplif…

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229: House Rules for Minimal-ish, Cozy Home Decor with Myquillyn Smith 38:40

3M ago38:40

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Today I’m bringing you my conversation with special guest Myquillyn Smith where she is talking all about simplified home decor. She’s sharing several realistic tips and tricks from her new book ‘House Rules’, such as how to redecorate or reconfigure a room on a budget, adding layers of “coziness”, or the importance of decluttering a space to make i…

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105. Lessons for Living Fully and Navigating Grief with Jessica Fein 33:14

3M ago33:14

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In a world filled with uncertainties and challenges, it's often the stories of courage and vulnerability that truly inspire us. Today, Whitney's guest, Jessica Fein, shares her powerful journey that’s captured in her memoir, "Breathtaking: A Memoir of Family Dreams and Broken Genes." Jessica discusses the importance of kindness and empathy, highlig…

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228: Declutter with Me - Why Do I Still Have Clutter? 35:35

4M ago35:35

35:35

Today I'm doing a special edition of "declutter with me" where we're focused on trouble shooting the commonly cluttered areas of our home and answering the question "Why do I still have Clutter." Links: Decluttering Action Plan Podcast Website Desirae on Instagram Sponsor: Oneskin: Go to oneskin.co and use code minimalish for 15% off your first ord…

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104. Time Management Secrets for More Flow and Less Stress 32:30

3M ago32:30

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In our fast-paced lives, it's easy to feel like we're constantly playing catch-up. Many of us find ourselves overwhelmed and overstretched, struggling to carve out time for the things that truly matter. But here’s the truth: prioritizing ourselves isn’t selfish—it’s essential. When we honor our own needs, we bring more joy and light into every aspe…

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227: Helping Our Kids Declutter, Hosting with Less Stress, Minimal-ish Homeschool and More with Lyndsey Mimnagh 53:13

4M ago53:13

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Today we are kicking off our Getting Intentional At Home series with Lyndsey of Treehouse Schoolhouse who shares her personal experience with minimalism + simplicity for her and her family as a work-from-home business owner and homeschool mom of 4 kids. In this episode, we talk about maintaining a clutter-free home with systems and routines, intent…

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103. Why Adults Need to Play: Embracing Your Inner Child at Every Age with Jonna Watson 32:13

3M ago32:13

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Remember the last time you simply played for the joy of it? No agenda, no goal, just pure fun? That's the magic of play, and it's not just for kids. The power of play can be transformative for adults too. Whitney and her guest, Jonna Watson, a school psychologist, writer/illustrator, and podcaster discuss why play is crucial for adults, particularl…

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