How to Start Minimalism; Philosophy Vs Lifestyle (a Podcast episode) ⋆ Earth and Water

I had the honor of speaking with Miss Rian Reed on her Reminisce Podcast on the subject of Minimalism recently!

We had the best conversation about minimalism and how it’s more than a lifestyle. Minimalism is a philosophy and concept that starts in the mind. It’s a mindset that stays with you through everything that you think, speak and do and the lifestyle is a byproduct of this mindset.

We discuss how I got started with minimalism, the obstacles presented as a minimalist parent and all of the wonderful repercussions that have become present in my life since I started letting go of clutter.

I hope you enjoy!

Highlights

We inherit the patterns of our ancestors. When these patterns go unchecked, they cause energy stagnation in every aspect of our lives. We have to consciously release the patterns of our parents and grandparents in order to grow and progress in life. Their patterns and habits don’t have to be ours.

Minimalism isn’t just cleaning out your closet. It’s a mindful and conscious mindset that helps the world as much as it helps you.

Consumerism survives from our need to fill a hole within us. We buy the things because they make us feel happy and whole but this wholeness is short lived because we’re placing a band aid over the wound.

Minimalism can be used not only to clean and create space in our homes but also in our minds, bodies and spirits.

Minimalism is a process. Not a destination.

We hold stress and weight in objects and letting them go makes us lighter and freer.

Pack a bag before you leave instead of having a catch all bag. Allow others to practice their responsibilities, you don’t have to compensate for others.

Switching from a mindset of lack to a mindset of abundance.

Recruit help to let go of things if you need it.

Ditch fast fashion for ethical made clothes and it’ll help you save money, time and space as well as gain confidence.

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About Rian Reed

She has presented her work for audiences upwards of 8,000 at institutes such as Harvard University and Millersville University, where she obtained her B.A. in Education. Her collaborative book, EduMatch 2018 Snapshot in Education, was ranked number one of Amazon’s Education Aims and Objectives List even before its official release.

Rian Reed has been featured in publications such as The Atlantic, Washington Informer, LaunchPad Labs, and Aspiring Co’s It Girl. She is also a Global Leadership Fellow with StartingBloc, ChIPs Advancing Women in Tech, Law and Policy member, LBWomen Mentee and a member of BEACON DC.

Rian Reed is an Educator Entrepreneur with over 20+ years in for-profit and non-profit business development as a Master in Business Administration from the Former CEO of General Electric, Jack Welch. She is a Speaker and Author on Culturally Responsive hiring practices of educational professionals and instructional practices.

Rian Reed is also the founder of Reminisce: Empowered Lifestyle Magazine and Reminisce: The Empowered Podcast which currently has over 500 listeners. Rian’s long time commitment to social innovation helps drive the work that she does and the commitment to creating community through purposeful opportunities and resiliency. Let’s Education, Innovate and EMPOWER!