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Jill + Nick share their experiences on a variety of topics about how to simplify the little things to start leading a more purposeful and intentional life.

Jill + Nick Koscielniak


    • May 4, 2023 LATEST EPISODE
    • every other week NEW EPISODES
    • 37m AVG DURATION
    • 197 EPISODES

    4.9 from 32 ratings Listeners of Simplified Khaos that love the show mention: taking, relatable, living, honest, worth, life, hearing, looking forward, love, real, thank, great, listening.



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    Latest episodes from Simplified Khaos

    200: Get Your WEIRD On!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2023 21:33


    Keep sharing your true self with the world, it gives others permission to do the same. In this last episode of Simplified Khaos, Jill and Nick share what's next for them. They chat about what they're dreaming of for the future and why they feel it's time to evolve into something new.  Enjoy your walk, commute or however you consume podcasts and thanks for hanging out with us!   ✅ QUOTE OF THE DAY "If you're going to be about it, then be about it.”   ✅ TAKE ACTION CHALLENGE Get your weird on!     ✅ FOLLOW US Instagram: @simplified.khaos Jillian: @nourishthemessy Nick: @nicksimplified   CONTACT US Email: simplifiedkhaospodcast@gmail.com   MUSIC Night Owl by Broke for Free: http://brokeforfree.com/

    199: Reflections on Simplified Khaos

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2023 30:11


    This podcast has helped us slow down to observe our beliefs, our fears, our dreams, and our needs. It's led us to establish OUR VALUES, and to live a life aligned to those and let go of the distractions. In this episode, Jill and Nick honor the ending of Simplified Khaos. They look back over their wild journey of podcasting (consistently for four years) and share all the amazing shifts and (most importantly) people that this podcast has brought into their world.  Enjoy your walk, commute or however you consume podcasts and thanks for hanging out with us!   ✅ RESOURCES Blog Post: The Forgotten Power of Conversation   ✅ QUOTE OF THE DAY "Happiness is not something ready-made. It comes from your own actions.” ~ Dalai Lama   ✅ TAKE ACTION CHALLENGE Don't stop following your values and pursuing your version of a “hell yeah” life!     ✅ FOLLOW US Instagram: @simplified.khaos Jillian: @nourishthemessy Nick: @nicksimplified   CONTACT US Email: simplifiedkhaospodcast@gmail.com   MUSIC Night Owl by Broke for Free: http://brokeforfree.com/

    198: Living With Margins and This and That

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2023 35:08


    “Margin is the gap between rest and exhaustion, the space between breathing freely and suffocating.” In this episode, Jill and Nick do a little reflecting and share what's been happening in their big, little world lately. They dive into their recent travels and share all the small moments that have been extremely blissful and cup-filling.  Enjoy your walk, commute or however you consume podcasts and thanks for hanging out with us!   ✅ RESOURCES Blog Post: 5 Ways to Create Space in Your Life    ✅ QUOTE OF THE DAY "Space isn't something you have to create – it's simply a choice to live. Space is always there, it's recognizing it and using it. Focusing on cultivating it rather than creating it.”   ✅ TAKE ACTION CHALLENGE Choose to live with margins if you're craving space in your days.    ✅ FOLLOW US Instagram: @simplified.khaos Jillian: @nourishthemessy Nick: @nicksimplified   CONTACT US Email: simplifiedkhaospodcast@gmail.com   MUSIC Night Owl by Broke for Free: http://brokeforfree.com/

    197: Open the Door When the Universe Knocks

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2023 34:47


    Clarity + Alignment + Action = Manifestation In this episode, Jill and Nick chat all about listening and leaping. In the past two years, the universe has been sharing many signs and serendipities to them. One “sign” in particular has presented itself to Jill in quite a wild and magical way. Jill shares this recent experience and how this “calling” is being answered.  Enjoy your walk, commute or however you consume podcasts and thanks for hanging out with us!   ✅ RESOURCES Blog Post: 5 Ways to Let the Universe Bring What You Want   ✅ QUOTE OF THE DAY "The universe is always speaking to us...sending us little messages, causing coincidences and serendipities, reminding us to stop, to look around, to believe in something else, something more." ~ Nancy Thayer   ✅ TAKE ACTION CHALLENGE Get clear on what you want and put that vibe out there FULLY.    ✅ FOLLOW US Instagram: @simplified.khaos Jillian: @nourishthemessy Nick: @nicksimplified   CONTACT US Email: simplifiedkhaospodcast@gmail.com   MUSIC Night Owl by Broke for Free: http://brokeforfree.com/

    196: How Our Communities Have Evolved

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2023 27:46


    Every person in your life is meant to serve a purpose in your journey. In the eighth episode of their Evolution series, Jill and Nick chat all about community. They share all the unique ways their community has changed since moving to a new state. They also reflect on how doing the “work” to put yourself out there fully can truly transform your life.  Enjoy your walk, commute or however you consume podcasts and thanks for hanging out with us!   ✅ RESOURCES Episode 135: Finding Your People - Google Podcasts | Apple Podcasts | Spotify Episode 152: Simplifying Hosting Guests - Google Podcasts | Apple Podcasts | Spotify   ✅ QUOTE OF THE DAY “Take up space with the people you think might be “your” people. Practice being open, saying what you feel, and being present with them. See how they react. The ones who stay with you in those moments of vulnerability, not judging you or criticizing you, are truly your people.”    ✅ TAKE ACTION CHALLENGE Allow your community to evolve how you evolve.   ✅ FOLLOW US Instagram: @simplified.khaos Jillian: @nourishthemessy Nick: @nicksimplified   CONTACT US Email: simplifiedkhaospodcast@gmail.com   MUSIC Night Owl by Broke for Free: http://brokeforfree.com/

    195: How Our Views on Health and Fitness Have Evolved

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2023 40:49


    “Health is about zooming out to a wider lens, looking and listening to the whole body and not just part of it.” In the seventh episode of their Evolution series, Jill and Nick chat all about health, wellness and movement! They dive into how their views and beliefs on health have evolved over the years, as well as actions and habits they've adapted to focus on wellness for the whole body. Enjoy your walk, commute or however you consume podcasts and thanks for hanging out with us!   ✅ RESOURCES Episode 6: Meal Planning - Google Podcasts | Apple Podcasts | Spotify Episode 26: Simplifying Fitness - Google Podcasts | Apple Podcasts | Spotify Episode 30: Cutting Through the B.S. of Healthy Eating - Google Podcasts | Apple Podcasts | Spotify Episode 31: Get Your Ass Outside - Google Podcasts | Apple Podcasts | Spotify Blog: 7 Lifestyle Shifts to Harness Your Body's Wisdom to Feel Vibrant   ✅ QUOTE OF THE DAY “Be kind to yourself, dear—to our innocent follies. Forget any sounds or touch you knew that did not help you dance. You will come to see that all evolves us.” ~Rumi    ✅ TAKE ACTION CHALLENGE Listen to what feels right and do something about it.    ✅ FOLLOW US Instagram: @simplified.khaos Jillian: @nourishthemessy Nick: @nicksimplified   CONTACT US Email: simplifiedkhaospodcast@gmail.com   MUSIC Night Owl by Broke for Free: http://brokeforfree.com/

    194: How Our Household Budget and Finances Have Evolved

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2023 42:56


    “Spend money on what really matters most to you, and forget the rest.” In the sixth episode of their Evolution series, Jill and Nick chat all about budgeting and finances! We promise it's more exciting than it sounds. They dive into how their financial situation has evolved over the years, as well as the budgeting/spending tweaks that help empower them to live an abundant and intentional as hell life.  Enjoy your walk, commute or however you consume podcasts and thanks for hanging out with us!   ✅ RESOURCES Episode 4: Budgeting - Google Podcasts | Apple Podcasts | Spotify Episode 82: The Financial Fortune Cookie - Google Podcasts | Apple Podcasts | Spotify Blog: Reduce Your Monthly Bills Without Changing Your Lifestyle   ✅ QUOTE OF THE DAY “Give yourself permission to evolve and make choices that work best for your financial situation.”   ✅ TAKE ACTION CHALLENGE Don't wait to take ownership of your financial well-being.    ✅ FOLLOW US Instagram: @simplified.khaos Jillian: @nourishthemessy Nick: @nicksimplified   CONTACT US Email: simplifiedkhaospodcast@gmail.com   MUSIC Night Owl by Broke for Free: http://brokeforfree.com/

    193: How Our Marriage Has Evolved

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2023 35:54


    “We can only learn to love by loving.” In the fifth episode of their Evolution series, Jill and Nick chat all about marriage! They share how their relationship (marriage) has changed over the years. They dive into what their date nights look like now, the power in communication and being open, as well as all the juicy intimacy shiz.  Enjoy your walk, commute or however you consume podcasts and thanks for hanging out with us!   ✅ RESOURCES Episode 9: Marriage and Relationships - Google Podcasts | Apple Podcasts | Spotify Episode 20: The Importance of Date Nights - Google Podcasts | Apple Podcasts | Spotify Episode 40: Why We Love Time Apart - Google Podcasts | Apple Podcasts | Spotify Blog: 18 Beautiful Quotes About Intimacy and Love   ✅ QUOTE OF THE DAY "Living simple makes loving simple." ~ Bell Hooks    ✅ TAKE ACTION CHALLENGE Don't be afraid to experiment with your partner.    ✅ FOLLOW US Instagram: @simplified.khaos Jillian: @nourishthemessy Nick: @nicksimplified   CONTACT US Email: simplifiedkhaospodcast@gmail.com   MUSIC Night Owl by Broke for Free: http://brokeforfree.com/

    192: How Our Home and Social Life Has Evolved

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2023 36:44


    “Do life on purpose.” In the fourth episode of their Evolution series, Jill and Nick chat all about home and social life! They share how life at home and their days in general have evolved over the years. They've realized that life feels better when it's aligned not only to their values, but their time and energy bandwidth as well.  Enjoy your walk, commute or however you consume podcasts and thanks for hanging out with us!   ✅ RESOURCES Episode 32: Creating an Accessible Home - Google Podcasts | Apple Podcasts | Spotify Episode 33: Simplifying Household Chores - Google Podcasts | Apple Podcasts | Spotify Episode 68: Two Families in One House - Google Podcasts | Apple Podcasts | Spotify Blog: Intentional Living Quotes   ✅ QUOTE OF THE DAY "An unintentional life accepts everything and does nothing. An intentional life embraces only the things that will add to the mission of significance.” ~John C. Maxwell   ✅ TAKE ACTION CHALLENGE Live your most intentional as hell life. Follow what excites you.   ✅ FOLLOW US Instagram: @simplified.khaos Jillian: @nourishthemessy Nick: @nicksimplified   CONTACT US Email: simplifiedkhaospodcast@gmail.com   MUSIC Night Owl by Broke for Free: http://brokeforfree.com/

    191: How Our Mindset Has Evolved Over the Years

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2023 31:29


    “One's destination is never a place, but a new way of seeing things.” In the third episode of their Evolution series, Jill and Nick chat all about mindset! They dive into specific mindset work they've done in the past, as well as share what their mindset practices look like and sound like in this season of life.  Enjoy your walk, commute or however you consume podcasts and thanks for hanging out with us!   ✅ RESOURCES Episode 14: Simplifying Your Mindset - Google Podcasts | Apple Podcasts | Spotify Episode 47: Cultivating a Tourist Mindset - Google Podcasts | Apple Podcasts | Spotify Episode 48: Mastering the Museum Mindset - Google Podcasts | Apple Podcasts | Spotify Blog: How to Cultivate an Abundance Mindset   ✅ QUOTE OF THE DAY "The secret to having it all is believing you already do.”    ✅ TAKE ACTION CHALLENGE Make space to practice cultivating a mindset that aligns to the life you want to live.    ✅ FOLLOW US Instagram: @simplified.khaos Jillian: @nourishthemessy Nick: @nicksimplified   CONTACT US Email: simplifiedkhaospodcast@gmail.com   MUSIC Night Owl by Broke for Free: http://brokeforfree.com/

    190: How Our Influencers Have Evolved and MAJOR ANNOUNCEMENT

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2023 30:51


    The quality of your life depends on the quality of your thoughts. And the quality of your thoughts depends on the quality of the content you consume. In the second episode of their Evolution series, Jill and Nick chat all about podcast consumption! They share the podcasts, topics, and influencers they're consuming in this season and how it's bringing them value.  Enjoy your walk, commute or however you consume podcasts and thanks for hanging out with us!   ✅ RESOURCES Podcasts we are consuming: Old Fashioned on Purpose, The Homegrown Podcast, Good Life Project, The Unschool Space, Let ‘em Go Barefoot, The Embodied Woman, The Peak Human, The Meat Mafia Podcast, The Plant Free MD, Huberman Lab, Nutrition with Judy Episode 39: Google Podcast | Apple Podcasts | Spotify Episode 153 with Missy Willis: Google Podcast | Apple Podcasts | Spotify Blog: You Are What You Consume   ✅ QUOTE OF THE DAY "What your mind consumes determines what consumes your mind. What consumes your mind controls your life.”    ✅ TAKE ACTION CHALLENGE Be mindful and pay close attention to what your mind is consuming these days.    ✅ FOLLOW US Instagram: @simplified.khaos Jillian: @nourishthemessy Nick: @nicksimplified   CONTACT US Email: simplifiedkhaospodcast@gmail.com   MUSIC Night Owl by Broke for Free: http://brokeforfree.com/

    189: How Our Views on Parenting Have Evolved

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2023 51:00


    “We endeavor to immerse ourselves in chosen experiences and to open ourselves up to new and better transformational experiences.” In the first episode of their new Evolution series, Jill and Nick chat all about parenting! They share how their parenting beliefs from 3 ½ years ago have shifted. They dive deep into new parenting expectations and why, thoughts on education, implementing healthy habits, and how they're stepping into a more relaxed way of raising their daughter.  Enjoy your walk, commute or however you consume podcasts and thanks for hanging out with us!   ✅ RESOURCES Book: Hunt, Gather, Parent Blog Post: Raising Happy & Helpful Humans Episode 24: Reflections on One Year of Parenting   ✅ QUOTE OF THE DAY "The goal is to build deep, high quality connections, not necessarily more connections.” ~ Michaeleen Doucleff   ✅ TAKE ACTION CHALLENGE Pause to reflect over how you've evolved over the years in parenting (or another category in life). Don't forget to tune in next week for a BIG ANNOUNCEMENT.    ✅ FOLLOW US Instagram: @simplified.khaos Jillian: @nourishthemessy Nick: @nicksimplified   CONTACT US Email: simplifiedkhaospodcast@gmail.com   MUSIC Night Owl by Broke for Free: http://brokeforfree.com/

    188: It's an Evolution, Baby! New Series Announcement and Silly Banter

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2023 23:13


    “We endeavor to immerse ourselves in chosen experiences and to open ourselves up to new and better transformational experiences.” In this week's episode, Jill and Nick share a NEW SERIES they're excited to start and why it feels so right! They also banter a bunch about life, have some laughs (mostly Jill), as well as trickle in some corny jokes. Grateful as always for this community!  Enjoy your walk, commute or however you consume podcasts and thanks for hanging out with us!   ✅ RESOURCES Blog Post: Evolving Minds   ✅ QUOTE OF THE DAY "The whole point of being alive is to evolve into the complete person you were intended to be.” ~ Oprah Winfrey   ✅ TAKE ACTION CHALLENGE Come hang out and join us next week for our new series :).    ✅ FOLLOW US Instagram: @simplified.khaos Jillian: @nourishthemessy Nick: @nicksimplified   CONTACT US Email: simplifiedkhaospodcast@gmail.com   MUSIC Night Owl by Broke for Free: http://brokeforfree.com/

    187: It's a New Year - Let's Get Intentional

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 5, 2023 33:26


    Let's get f*cking intentional 2023!   In this week's episode, Jill and Nick share how they start the year getting intentional as hell. They share a few questions (with the help of their Ink+Volt planner) to help guide the thought process behind “planning” a value-filled year. Life can throw some beautiful chaos in our days and it helps to set a direction for living your version of a hell yeah life!    Enjoy your walk, commute or however you consume podcasts and thanks for hanging out with us!   ✅ RESOURCES Planner: Ink+Volt Blog Post: How to Define and Embody Your Personal Values   ✅ QUOTE OF THE DAY "Our personal values are not only an extension of ourselves, but they also shape our characters. They are us—who we are and what we stand for."   ✅ TAKE ACTION CHALLENGE Define your values and write that shit down. Need help? Follow those 6 steps in this week's resource!     ✅ FOLLOW US Instagram: @simplified.khaos Jillian: @nourishthemessy Nick: @nicksimplified   CONTACT US Email: simplifiedkhaospodcast@gmail.com   MUSIC Night Owl by Broke for Free: http://brokeforfree.com/

    186: Simplifying Family Life with Mollie Donghia

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2022 36:52


    Prioritize what matters most, and everything else is just extra. In this week's episode, Jill sits down to learn all about Mollie Donghia. She is a mama to four wonderful kiddos and enjoys all aspects of family life. Mollie and her husband Mike started a blog that follows their journey of living simply and intentionally in order to create more space for the things that matter most. They write about living intentionally in this modern world. Mollie shares her unique journey on how she got to where she is today, how she prioritizes self-care amongst the chaos, as well as approachable tools for simplifying family life. Enjoy your walk, commute or however you consume podcasts and thanks for hanging out with us!   ✅ RESOURCES Instagram: @thisevergreenhome Website: https://thisevergreenhome.com/   ✅ QUOTE OF THE DAY “Put the big rocks in first, and you'll have room for the pebbles later.”    ✅ TAKE ACTION CHALLENGE Start small. Focus on changing one thing at a time.     ✅ FOLLOW US Website: simplifiedkhaos.com Instagram: @simplified.khaos Jillian: @nourishthemessy Nick: @nicksimplified   CONTACT US Email: simplifiedkhaospodcast@gmail.com   MUSIC Night Owl by Broke for Free: http://brokeforfree.com/

    185: Curating Your Version of ”Perfect” with Molly Winters

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2022 33:21


    Simplicity is really just curating your version of “perfect”.  In this week's episode, Jill sits down to learn all about Molly Winters. Molly is a mama, copywriter and epic traveler. She shares her passion of getting back to simplicity and how she took that passion to create her own online business. They also dive into how she was able to travel all summer long in Italy with her family while renting out her home in Bend, Oregon! Amazing, right?  Enjoy your walk, commute or however you consume podcasts and thanks for hanging out with us! ✅ RESOURCES Instagram: @Molly.Winters.Writing Website: https://www.mollyzwinters.com/    ✅ QUOTE OF THE DAY "Be grateful for the home you have, knowing that at this moment, all you have is all you need.” ~ Sarah Ban Breathnach   ✅ TAKE ACTION CHALLENGE Be mindful and ask yourself often, “Will this simplify my life?”   ✅ FOLLOW US Website: simplifiedkhaos.com Instagram: @simplified.khaos Jillian: @nourishthemessy Nick: @nicksimplified   CONTACT US Email: simplifiedkhaospodcast@gmail.com   MUSIC Night Owl by Broke for Free: http://brokeforfree.com/

    184: Goal Reflection - How Did This Year Go For You?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2022 41:36


    "Be so focused on improving yourself that you have zero energy to judge others.” In this week's episode, Jill and Nick discuss the steps they are taking to reflect on the past year. They share specific details about how they use their favorite planner for goal setting and reflection, as well as some pretty raw answers about their “struggles” and “successes.” Enjoy your walk, commute or however you consume podcasts and thanks for hanging out with us!   ✅ RESOURCES Blog Post: End of the Year Journal Prompts Our Planner: Ink and Volt   ✅ QUOTE OF THE DAY "Self-reflection entails asking yourself questions about your values, assessing your strengths and failures, thinking about your perceptions and interactions with others, and imagining where you want to take your life in the future.” ~ Robert L. Rosen   ✅ TAKE ACTION CHALLENGE Make space for reflection.    ✅ FOLLOW US Website: simplifiedkhaos.com Instagram: @simplified.khaos Jillian: @nourishthemessy Nick: @nicksimplified   CONTACT US Email: simplifiedkhaospodcast@gmail.com   MUSIC Night Owl by Broke for Free: http://brokeforfree.com/

    183: Traditions, Presents and Presence - A Friendly Reminder for the Holiday Season

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2022 31:03


    "We're giving our loved ones a sh!t ton of PRESENCE this holiday season.” In this week's episode, Jill and Nick share some of their unique simplifying rhythms related to the holiday season. They also chat about a new Christmas gifting ritual that they are really excited about!  Enjoy your walk, commute or however you consume podcasts and thanks for hanging out with us!   ✅ RESOURCES Blog Post: Simplify Stocking Stuffers   ✅ QUOTE OF THE DAY "Stick to the basics, hold on to your family and friends — they will never go out of fashion."  ~ Niki Taylor   ✅ TAKE ACTION CHALLENGE It's never too late to experiment and try new traditions.    ✅ FOLLOW US Website: simplifiedkhaos.com Instagram: @simplified.khaos Jillian: @nourishthemessy Nick: @nicksimplified   CONTACT US Email: simplifiedkhaospodcast@gmail.com   MUSIC Night Owl by Broke for Free: http://brokeforfree.com/

    182: We Got Rid of Our TV For a Month...It Was Rad

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2022 34:58


    "No-TV-ember is all about letting go of a distraction to help the family focus on what really matters.” In this week's episode, Jill and Nick dive into what their days have been like since getting rid of the TV for the month of November. They share the purpose behind starting this challenge, the amazing benefits that blossomed because of it, as well as what their next steps are for December. Enjoy your walk, commute or however you consume podcasts and thanks for hanging out with us!   RESOURCES Blog Post: Living Without TV Benefits   QUOTE OF THE DAY "All life is an experiment. The more experiments you make the better." ~ Ralph Waldo Emerson   TAKE ACTION CHALLENGE Take away a distraction in your life for 7-28 days…see what blossoms.     FOLLOW US Website: simplifiedkhaos.com Instagram: @simplified.khaos Jillian: @nourishthemessy Nick: @nicksimplified   CONTACT US Email: simplifiedkhaospodcast@gmail.com   MUSIC Night Owl by Broke for Free: http://brokeforfree.com/

    181: Simplification - The Bedroom and Bathroom

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 23, 2022 39:45


    "It's quite simple - I just want a cozy space that's easy to maintain.” In this week's Simplification series episode, Jill and Nick dive into two important areas in the home, the BEDROOM and BATHROOM. They share how they've curated spaces that feel cozy, yet purposeful; beautiful, yet simple.  Enjoy your walk, commute or however you consume podcasts and thanks for hanging out with us!   RESOURCES Blog Post: 5 Ways to Simplify Your Decor and Your Life   QUOTE OF THE DAY "Clear surfaces…A dose of white space…Room to breathe. Imagine how it would feel to walk into your home and feel deeply at ease.” ~ Erica Layne   TAKE ACTION CHALLENGE Make your personal spaces feel at ease for you.    FOLLOW US Website: simplifiedkhaos.com Instagram: @simplified.khaos Jillian: @nourishthemessy Nick: @nicksimplified   CONTACT US Email: simplifiedkhaospodcast@gmail.com   MUSIC Night Owl by Broke for Free: http://brokeforfree.com/

    180: Simplification - The Living Space

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2022 27:15


    "Your ‘living' room should be a place of joy, meaning and purpose, not a ‘dying' room, a source of pain and dread.” In this week's episode, Jill and Nick jump back into their Simplification series discussing the topic of the LIVING ROOM. They dive into the four P's of their living room, discussing the Purpose of the space, what they've Purged, how they Prep the space, and of course how they use it for Play.  Enjoy your walk, commute or however you consume podcasts and thanks for hanging out with us!   RESOURCES Blog Post: The Importance of Simplifying Your Living Area   QUOTE OF THE DAY "Our aim is to create a home that is lovely, but functional; safe, but accessible; filled with essentials, but embraces white space." ~ Denaye Barahona, Happy Simple Parenting    TAKE ACTION CHALLENGE Make your living room LIVEable and fun.    FOLLOW US Website: simplifiedkhaos.com Instagram: @simplified.khaos Jillian: @nourishthemessy Nick: @nicksimplified   CONTACT US Email: simplifiedkhaospodcast@gmail.com   MUSIC Night Owl by Broke for Free: http://brokeforfree.com/

    179: Weekend Bliss and Investing in Your Values

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2022 28:29


    "When it comes to living our lives fully, I think this is the most meaningful work we'll ever experience. In this week's episode, Jill and Nick take a break from their Simplification series to share lessons from their blissful, value-filled weekend adventures. Find out where they traveled, the new things they discovered and the simple joys experienced along the way. Enjoy your walk, commute or however you consume podcasts and thanks for hanging out with us!   RESOURCES Oxalates Lady: Sally Norton @sknorton Book: Eat Like a Human by Dr. Bill Schindler   QUOTE OF THE DAY "Work to live FULLY.”    TAKE ACTION CHALLENGE Keep dedicating time to craft your unique value-filled life.   FOLLOW US Website: simplifiedkhaos.com Instagram: @simplified.khaos Jillian: @nourishthemessy Nick: @nicksimplified   CONTACT US Email: simplifiedkhaospodcast@gmail.com   MUSIC Night Owl by Broke for Free: http://brokeforfree.com/

    178: Living an Expansive Life with Lindsay Chitwood

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2022 37:05


    "Live your life first.” In this special guest episode, Jill chats with Lindsay Chitwood, an entrepreneur, traveler and healthcare advocate. Lindsay has a passion for wellness and the medical industry simply because she loves helping people. After 11 years of working 9-5 in the hospital, she felt entirely too drained to care for herself. Lindsay started her online business three years ago which has allowed herself the freedom of an alternate stream of income. She is now able to live out her dream making an impact in the well being of peoples' lives. Enjoy your walk, commute or however you consume podcasts and thanks for hanging out with us!   QUOTE OF THE DAY "I shall not waste my days in trying to prolong them. I shall use my time.“  ~ Jack London   RESOURCES Instagram: NavigatingSouth   TAKE ACTION CHALLENGE If you've been dwelling on something, stop waiting and just go for it!   FOLLOW US Website: simplifiedkhaos.com Instagram: @simplified.khaos Jillian: @nourishthemessy Nick: @nicksimplified   CONTACT US Email: simplifiedkhaospodcast@gmail.com   MUSIC Night Owl by Broke for Free: http://brokeforfree.com/

    177: Simplification - Food and Meals

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2022 42:23


    "Food is meant to nourish, not entertain or excite." In the fourth episode of the Simplification series, Jill and Nick dive into simplifying food and meal rhythms. They share their past and current nourishment intake, revelations they've had since simplifying their food and how good nourishment has permeated the way they show up in the world.  Enjoy your walk, commute or however you consume podcasts and thanks for hanging out with us!   QUOTE OF THE DAY "Nourishment is not just ‘nutrition.' Nourishment is the nutrients in the food, the taste, the aroma, the ambiance of the room, the conversation at the table, the love and inspiration in the cooking, and the joy of the entire eating experience." ~ Marc David   RESOURCES The Freely Rooted Podcast: Metabolic Health and Embodiment of Femininity   TAKE ACTION CHALLENGE Take inventory of your current nourishment rhythms. Are they aligned to the life you want to live?    FOLLOW US Website: simplifiedkhaos.com Instagram: @simplified.khaos Jillian: @nourishthemessy Nick: @nicksimplified   CONTACT US Email: simplifiedkhaospodcast@gmail.com   MUSIC Night Owl by Broke for Free: http://brokeforfree.com/

    176: Simplification - Clothing and Laundry

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2022 37:24


    “If you wear fewer clothes, there are fewer items to clean.” In the third episode of the Simplification series, Jill and Nick chat all about simplifying clothes and laundry rhythms. They dive deep into revelations they've had since decluttering their closet and what matters most to them when choosing wardrobe items to bring into their home.  Enjoy your walk, commute or however you consume podcasts and thanks for hanging out with us!   QUOTE OF THE DAY "Dress with less and create a life that is full of what matters most to you." ~ Project 333   RESOURCES Book: Minimalism for Families by Zoe Kim   TAKE ACTION CHALLENGE Take inventory of your clothes and decide their purpose in your life.    FOLLOW US Website: simplifiedkhaos.com Instagram: @simplified.khaos Jillian: @nourishthemessy Nick: @nicksimplified   CONTACT US Email: simplifiedkhaospodcast@gmail.com   MUSIC Night Owl by Broke for Free: http://brokeforfree.com/

    175: Simplification - The Kitchen

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2022 46:37


    “When the heart of the home feels at ease, I feel at ease.” In the second episode of the Simplification series, Jill and Nick share their unique journey on how they've simplified their kitchen. They take inventory of their kitchen space specifics and chat about how they've used their space to align to their family's values. They also share a simple Kitchen Purge List, revealing their purging process with some helpful tips along the way. Enjoy your walk, commute or however you consume podcasts and thanks for hanging out with us!   QUOTE OF THE DAY "Intentionally assess what you have and decide if you need, use or love it."    RESOURCES Blog post: 6 High-Impact Ways to Start Simplifying your Kitchen   TAKE ACTION CHALLENGE Start to purge the unpurposeful things in your kitchen!    FOLLOW US Website: simplifiedkhaos.com Instagram: @simplified.khaos Jillian: @nourishthemessy Nick: @nicksimplified   CONTACT US Email: simplifiedkhaospodcast@gmail.com   MUSIC Night Owl by Broke for Free: http://brokeforfree.com/

    174: Simplification - Toys

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2022 34:53


    An avalanche of toys invites emotional disconnect and a sense of overwhelm. In the first episode of the new series Simplification, Jill and Nick share their unique journey on how they've simplified TOYS. They dive into the process that helps them choose toys with a purpose and maintain the clutter chaos. They also share the beauty that unfolds with both kids and adults when a minimal amount of toys are present in our lives.  Enjoy your walk, commute or however you consume podcasts and thanks for hanging out with us!   QUOTE OF THE DAY "You don't need to start by adding anything to your life, first subtract." ~ Mike Donghia   RESOURCES Blog post: How to Live Intentionally   TAKE ACTION CHALLENGE Purpose. Purge. Prep. Play. Repeat.    FOLLOW US Website: simplifiedkhaos.com Instagram: @simplified.khaos Jillian: @nourishthemessy Nick: @nicksimplified   CONTACT US Email: simplifiedkhaospodcast@gmail.com   MUSIC Night Owl by Broke for Free: http://brokeforfree.com/

    173: New Theme Announcement and More

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2022 25:25


    Simplification is about stripping away the distraction that demands our time and attention. In this mash up episode, Nick and Jill share a little bit of what's been going on in their world, as well as announcing their next new theme! Enjoy your walk, commute or however you consume podcasts and thanks for hanging out with us!   QUOTE OF THE DAY "A simplification regime can create space in a family's habit, life and intentions, a vessel for change.” ~ Kim John Payne    RESOURCES Book: Simplicity Parenting by Kim John Payne   TAKE ACTION CHALLENGE Let's simplify the little things!   FOLLOW US Website: simplifiedkhaos.com Instagram: @simplified.khaos Jillian: @nourishthemessy Nick: @nicksimplified   CONTACT US Email: simplifiedkhaospodcast@gmail.com   MUSIC Night Owl by Broke for Free: http://brokeforfree.com/

    172: Against the Grain - Mindset

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2022 34:10


    Mindset is everything. In this episode, we chat about another exciting Against the Grain topic, mindset! We share our own individual mindset journeys on how shifting our thoughts and doing the mind WORK has brought so much good sh*t into our lives.  Enjoy your walk, commute or however you consume podcasts and thanks for hanging out with us!   QUOTE OF THE DAY "Thoughts become things.” ~ Mike Dooley    RESOURCES Book: Choose Them Wisely by Mike Dooley   TAKE ACTION CHALLENGE Choose your thoughts intentionally. Do the work!    FOLLOW US Website: simplifiedkhaos.com Instagram: @simplified.khaos Jillian: @nourishthemessy Nick: @nicksimplified   CONTACT US Email: simplifiedkhaospodcast@gmail.com   MUSIC Night Owl by Broke for Free: http://brokeforfree.com/

    171: We Finally Got ”It”

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2022 27:57


    In this episode, Jill and Nick dive into a little bit of everything. They chat about the recent COVID craziness that embraced their home to shake things up a bit. Trips were canceled, activities postponed, life slowed down tremendously, but what a blossom of unique opportunities came into their world because of it :).  Enjoy your walk, commute or however you consume podcasts and thanks for hanging out with us!   QUOTE OF THE DAY "Expect change, analyze the landscape. Take the opportunity, stop being the chess piece; become the player. It's your move..” ~ Tony Robbins  “What we see depends mainly on what we look for,” ~ John Lubbock   TAKE ACTION CHALLENGE Slow down and nourish.    FOLLOW US Website: simplifiedkhaos.com Instagram: @simplified.khaos Jillian: @nourishthemessy Nick: @nicksimplified   CONTACT US Email: simplifiedkhaospodcast@gmail.com   MUSIC Night Owl by Broke for Free: http://brokeforfree.com/

    170: Destressing Mom Life with Alyssa Wolff

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2022 37:23


    Build a life you don't need a vacation from. In this episode, Jill chats with Alyssa Wolff. Alyssa is a mom of 5, an introvert, God follower, and perpetual bookworm. She has twelve years of experience balancing multiple kids while still getting time to recharge. She specializes in de-stressing #momlife so you can reach supermom status with ease. Enjoy your walk, commute or however you consume podcasts and thanks for hanging out with us!   QUOTE OF THE DAY "You are meant to be the mama of these children.” ~ Allie Casazza    RESOURCES Instagram: Unbusyyourbestlifenow Website: Yourunbusylife.com Podcast: Unbusy Sane Supermoms   TAKE ACTION CHALLENGE You can always change something. If something in your life isn't working, ask yourself, “What would make this better?”    FOLLOW US Website: simplifiedkhaos.com Instagram: @simplified.khaos Jillian: @nourishthemessy Nick: @nicksimplified   CONTACT US Email: simplifiedkhaospodcast@gmail.com   MUSIC Night Owl by Broke for Free: http://brokeforfree.com/

    169: Against the Grain - Marriage

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2022 39:47


    When we find someone whose weirdness is compatible with ours, we join up with them and fall into mutually blissfully weirdness – also known as love. In this episode we dive into marriage, a topic we believe should be extra unique and always Against The Grain. We chat about all the things that make our marriage weird and beautiful, as well as specific ways we're trying to evolve and grow stronger as a couple.  Enjoy your walk, commute or however you consume podcasts and thanks for hanging out with us!   QUOTE OF THE DAY "All healthy relationships experience change and transition. That's what keeps them alive and growing."   RESOURCES Blog Post: How to Get the Spark Back in Your Relationship   TAKE ACTION CHALLENGE Get weird with your marriage!   FOLLOW US Website: simplifiedkhaos.com Instagram: @simplified.khaos Jillian: @nourishthemessy Nick: @nicksimplified   CONTACT US Email: simplifiedkhaospodcast@gmail.com   MUSIC Night Owl by Broke for Free: http://brokeforfree.com/

    168: Against the Grain - Shopping

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2022 32:42


    Anything we bring into our lives takes us space. In this episode, we chat about a pretty powerful Against The Grain topic, shopping! We dive into the how and the why we shop way differently than we used to. We also share what we never thought we would have to shop intentionally for and how it's taking us on an interesting journey.  Enjoy your walk, commute or however you consume podcasts and thanks for hanging out with us!   QUOTE OF THE DAY “Everything has a cost.” ~ Zoe Kim   RESOURCES Book: Minimalism for Families   TAKE ACTION CHALLENGE Don't be afraid to try new things and experiment often!     FOLLOW US Website: simplifiedkhaos.com Instagram: @simplified.khaos Jillian: @nourishthemessy Nick: @nicksimplified   CONTACT US Email: simplifiedkhaospodcast@gmail.com   MUSIC Night Owl by Broke for Free: http://brokeforfree.com/

    167: Against the Grain - Experimentation

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2022 36:27


    Life is a series of mini experiments. In this episode, we dive into another Against The Grain topic that has ultimately changed our lives, EXPERIMENTATION. We chat about all the different ways we have experimented over the years and how all those tiny experiments have led us to be living our most intentional as hell life. Enjoy your walk, commute or however you consume podcasts and thanks for hanging out with us!   QUOTE OF THE DAY “Life is an experiment in which you may fail or succeed. Explore more, expect least.” ~ Santosh Kalwar   RESOURCES Blog Post: How to Treat Life Like an Experiment   TAKE ACTION CHALLENGE Don't be afraid to try new things and experiment often!     FOLLOW US Website: simplifiedkhaos.com Instagram: @simplified.khaos Jillian: @nourishthemessy Nick: @nicksimplified   CONTACT US Email: simplifiedkhaospodcast@gmail.com   MUSIC Night Owl by Broke for Free: http://brokeforfree.com/

    166: Unhustle with Milena Regos

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2022 32:05


    Flow > Hustle. In this guest episode, Jillian chats with Milena Regos, founder of Unhustle, a mentor, advisor and coach to overworked high performers seeking to fit their work into their good life, instead of the other way around. She shares her beautiful story on how she left her ‘hustle culture lifestyle' to a life that now reconnects to her values and embodies presence, flow and fulfillment.  Enjoy your walk, commute or however you consume podcasts and thanks for hanging out with us!   QUOTE OF THE DAY “Screw it, just do it.” ~ Richard Branson   RESOURCES Website: Unhustle Instagram: Unhustle Facebook: Unhustle   TAKE ACTION CHALLENGE Pursue your unique and interesting experiences!    FOLLOW US Website: simplifiedkhaos.com Instagram: @simplified.khaos Jillian: @nourishthemessy Nick: @nicksimplified   CONTACT US Email: simplifiedkhaospodcast@gmail.com   MUSIC Night Owl by Broke for Free: http://brokeforfree.com/

    165: Against the Grain - Goal Reflection

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2022 32:18


    It's time for a little goal tune-up! In this episode, we dive into one of our favorite Against The Grain topics, goal reflection! We revisit specific goals we created at the beginning of the year and how we're celebrating, evolving and pivoting. Life feels a little happier when your goals are supported by ones you love.   Enjoy your walk, commute or however you consume podcasts and thanks for hanging out with us!   QUOTE OF THE DAY “The greatest danger for most of us is not that our aim is too high and we miss it, but that it is too low and we reach it.” ~ Michelangelo Buonarroti   RESOURCES Book: A Year of Positive Thinking by: Cyndie Spiegel   TAKE ACTION CHALLENGE Make space to create goals for what you want in life and check-in graciously for support.    FOLLOW US Website: simplifiedkhaos.com Instagram: @simplified.khaos Jillian: @nourishthemessy Nick: @nicksimplified   CONTACT US Email: simplifiedkhaospodcast@gmail.com   MUSIC Night Owl by Broke for Free: http://brokeforfree.com/

    164: Against the Grain - Travel

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2022 29:40


    Keep your mind open and your experiences frequent. In this episode, we dive into another Against The Grain topic, traveling! We share the unique way we choose to travel and how it's different from when we were kids. Additionally, we chat about why we don't use the word “vacation” much these days and all the benefits traveling differently has brought into our lives.  Enjoy your walk, commute or however you consume podcasts and thanks for hanging out with us!   QUOTE OF THE DAY “With age, comes wisdom. With travel, comes understanding.” ~ Sandra Lake   RESOURCES Blog: Here's Why Taking a Shorter Vacation Is Actually Better for You, According to Psychologists   TAKE ACTION CHALLENGE Take a micro-trip to see how it feels in your life!    FOLLOW US Website: simplifiedkhaos.com Instagram: @simplified.khaos Jillian: @nourishthemessy Nick: @nicksimplified   CONTACT US Email: simplifiedkhaospodcast@gmail.com   MUSIC Night Owl by Broke for Free: http://brokeforfree.com/

    163: Anyone Can Do This with Veronique Dreyer

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2022 37:52


    “Pick a spot and go for it.” In this special guest episode, Jill chats with Veronique Dreyer, a dear friend, mama, wife, private photo editor and intentional life creator. Veronique shares her wild journey of experimentation to create a life that feels right. She dives into all the different places her family tried to make a “home”, as well as how she was able to find work that gives her joy, purpose and more time with her family. We excited for you to hear all the beautiful chaos that has helped Veronique evolve into the amazing and intentional as hell human she is today.  Enjoy your walk, commute or however you consume podcasts and thanks for hanging out with us!   QUOTE OF THE DAY “It's no one's responsibility but yours to create the life you want.”   RESOURCES Instagram: Veronique Photo Editor Facebook: Veronique Dreyer  Website: Veronique Ione Photo   TAKE ACTION CHALLENGE Fast forward to the end of your life and ask yourself… “What will I not be okay with not having done?”  “What might I regret if I don't try it out?”    FOLLOW US Website: simplifiedkhaos.com Instagram: @simplified.khaos Jillian: @nourishthemessy Nick: @nicksimplified   CONTACT US Email: simplifiedkhaospodcast@gmail.com   MUSIC Night Owl by Broke for Free: http://brokeforfree.com/

    162: Against the Grain - Education

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2022 32:54


    Learning is better caught than taught. In this episode, we chat about our approach to educating our daughter. We choose to go against the grain with the way we do “school” and we are pumped to share the many reasons why we think this aligns with our life.  Enjoy your walk, commute or however you consume podcasts and thanks for hanging out with us!   QUOTE OF THE DAY “We can best help children learn, not by deciding what we think they should learn and thinking of ingenious ways to teach it to them, but by making the world, as far as we can, accessible to them, paying serious attention to what they do, answering their questions -- if they have any -- and helping them explore the things they are most interested in.” ~ John Holt   RESOURCES Episode 153: Discussing Homeschooling and Unschooling with Missy Willis Blog: Are You a Conscious Educator?    TAKE ACTION CHALLENGE Educate your kids the way that aligns most to your values. Get your learn on!   FOLLOW US Website: simplifiedkhaos.com Instagram: @simplified.khaos Jillian: @nourishthemessy Nick: @nicksimplified   CONTACT US Email: simplifiedkhaospodcast@gmail.com   MUSIC Night Owl by Broke for Free: http://brokeforfree.com/

    161: Against the Grain - Health

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2022 39:50


    If it doesn't nourish your body, let it go. In this episode, we chat about our approach to health, including mindset, movement, and nutrition. We choose to go against the grain with the way we do health and we are pumped to share our unique journey with y'all! Enjoy your walk, commute or however you consume podcasts and thanks for hanging out with us!   QUOTE OF THE DAY “When your body, mind and soul are aligned with nature, optimal health can be yours.”    RESOURCES Blog: 12 Benefits of Inner Peace Episode 154: Food for Thought Book: Eat Like a Human Book: The Salt Fix Book: Why We Sleep   TAKE ACTION CHALLENGE Try one small experiment to upgrade your health.    FOLLOW US Website: simplifiedkhaos.com Instagram: @simplified.khaos Jillian: @nourishthemessy Nick: @nicksimplified   CONTACT US Email: simplifiedkhaospodcast@gmail.com   MUSIC Night Owl by Broke for Free: http://brokeforfree.com/

    160: Against the Grain - Celebrations

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2022 24:15


    Celebrating isn't going through the motions of what you think you should do, it's about enjoying how you spend your time and energy with the ones you love. In this episode, we chat about celebrations…birthdays, holidays, anniversaries and all those in between. We choose to go against the grain with the way we celebrate. Here's to more blissful experiences and less stress and overwhelm when it comes to celebrating special times. Enjoy your walk, commute or however you consume podcasts and thanks for hanging out with us!   QUOTE OF THE DAY “If you don't love it. Leave it.”    RESOURCES Blog: Fun Ways to Celebrate Your Kid's Birthday Without a Party   TAKE ACTION CHALLENGE Celebrate how YOU want.     FOLLOW US Website: simplifiedkhaos.com Instagram: @simplified.khaos Jillian: @nourishthemessy Nick: @nicksimplified   CONTACT US Email: simplifiedkhaospodcast@gmail.com   MUSIC Night Owl by Broke for Free: http://brokeforfree.com/  

    159: We Are Going Against the Grain

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2022 24:24


    Get your weird on and do it proudly. In this episode, we introduce a brand new series we'll be sharing with you over the next couple of months…the Going Against the Grain series! We discuss some of the unconventional and beautifully weird topics that we will be covering. Our goal with this series is to inspire you to embody your glorious and intentional weirdness by sharing our unique ways of living an intentional life. :) Enjoy your walk, commute or however you consume podcasts and thanks for hanging out with us!   QUOTE OF THE DAY “To free us from the expectations of others, to give us back to ourselves — there lies the great, the singular power of self-respect.” ~ Joan Didion    RESOURCES Book: A Year of Positive Thinking by Cyndie Spiegel   TAKE ACTION CHALLENGE Let go of judgment and fear, and surrender to your weirdness!    FOLLOW US Website: simplifiedkhaos.com Instagram: @simplified.khaos Jillian: @the.clean.and.simple.life Nick: @nicksimplified   CONTACT US Email: simplifiedkhaospodcast@gmail.com   MUSIC Night Owl by Broke for Free: http://brokeforfree.com/  

    158: Flow vs. Force

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2022 31:37


    Forcing life is exhausting. Flowing with life is magical. In this episode, Jill and Nick share a bit of everything that has been going on lately. They reflect on how some “doors” in life have closed (original plans changing) and shifted them in a new direction. Life feels more at ease when they shift their energy to flow with life vs. force against it.   Enjoy your walk, commute or however you consume podcasts and thanks for hanging out with us!   QUOTES OF THE DAY “Don't waste a minute not being happy. If one window closes, run to the next window- or break down a door.” ~ Brooke Shields “If you're brave enough to say goodbye, life will reward you with a new hello.” ~ Paulo Coelho   RESOURCES Blog Post: Flow vs Force: Bring More Peace into Your Life and Body   TAKE ACTION CHALLENGE Next time something doesn't go as expected, flow with life instead of forcing your own agenda.    FOLLOW US Website: simplifiedkhaos.com Instagram: @simplified.khaos Jillian: @the.clean.and.simple.life Nick: @nicksimplified   CONTACT US Email: simplifiedkhaospodcast@gmail.com   MUSIC Night Owl by Broke for Free: http://brokeforfree.com/  

    157: Simplifying Your Wardrobe Revisited

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2022 38:53


    Simplifying your wardrobe helps to leave space for versatility, seasonal shifts, life chaos, and fun! In this episode, Jill and Nick revisit the beauty of having a simplified wardrobe. They dive into specific strategies that have helped them streamline a wardrobe, such as focusing on quality not quantity, embracing your uniqueness, choosing items that are open-ended, and that uplift your inner (body) thoughts. Hopefully you'll walk away feeling 100% confident and comfortable with curating a wardrobe that makes space for YOU. Enjoy your walk, commute or however you consume podcasts and thanks for hanging out with us!   QUOTE OF THE DAY “It's better to have extra time on your hands and extra money in your pocket than extra stuff in your closet."  ~ Joshua Becker   RESOURCES Episode 7: Simplifying Your Wardrobe Blog Post: What I've learned From Many Clothing Challenges   TAKE ACTION CHALLENGE Simplify your wardrobe to align to your needs and lifestyle!    FOLLOW US Website: simplifiedkhaos.com Instagram: @simplified.khaos Jillian: @the.clean.and.simple.life Nick: @nicksimplified   CONTACT US Email: simplifiedkhaospodcast@gmail.com   MUSIC Night Owl by Broke for Free: http://brokeforfree.com/

    156: Reflections and Lessons from Traveling (With a Toddler)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2022 31:45


    It's amazing how much you can grow from a simple vacation with family :). In this episode, Jill and Nick reflect about their recent family adventure to St. Petersburg, Florida. They dive into all the lessons learned together, such as keeping grounding rituals, the importance of getting out of our comfort zone, our non-negotiables, following the fun, and so much more!  Enjoy your walk, commute or however you consume podcasts and thanks for hanging out with us!   QUOTE OF THE DAY “A long stretch of road can teach you more about yourself than a hundred years of quiet.” ~ Patrick Rothfuss   RESOURCES Episode 147: Simplifying Travel Planning Blog Post: Why Travel is Good for Your Mental Health   TAKE ACTION CHALLENGE Intentionally input travel in your life, and enjoy the beautiful lessons learned along the way!     FOLLOW US Website: simplifiedkhaos.com Instagram: @simplified.khaos Jillian: @the.clean.and.simple.life Nick: @nicksimplified   CONTACT US Email: simplifiedkhaospodcast@gmail.com   MUSIC Night Owl by Broke for Free: http://brokeforfree.com/  

    155: Content We Are Consuming to Simplify the Everyday

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2022 37:07


    Mindful consumption is an ongoing journey of choosing good sh*t to nourish our mind, body and soul. In this episode, Jill and Nick share specifics on what they've been mindfully-ish consuming lately. Tons and tons of content surround us daily and it's important to have a clear focus on what we choose to consume…because what consumes our mind ultimately consumes our life.  Enjoy your walk, commute or however you consume podcasts and thanks for hanging out with us!   QUOTE OF THE DAY "If it's great stuff, the people who consume it are nourished. It's a positive force." ~ Manuel Puig   RESOURCES Podcast: The Unschool Space Podcast: Peak Human Peak Human Podcast Part 87: Dr. Bill Schindler on Meat & Human Evolution, Should Humans Eat Dairy or Grains, & Food Processing  Book: The Power of Now  Book: The Second Coming of Christ Book: 12 Rules for Life Audio Book: The Anarchist Handbook TV Series: Younger    TAKE ACTION CHALLENGE Keep consuming mindfully and share that goodness to others.     FOLLOW US Website: simplifiedkhaos.com Instagram: @simplified.khaos Jillian: @the.clean.and.simple.life Nick: @nicksimplified   CONTACT US Email: simplifiedkhaospodcast@gmail.com   MUSIC Night Owl by Broke for Free: http://brokeforfree.com/

    154: Food for Thought

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2022 30:20


    Eat to love your body. In this episode, Jill and Nick dive into their recent food changes that have been optimizing their bodies! They've been researching and learning new information about food, and have been experimenting to feel the difference. They share their new “diet” and how it's been a game changer with specific health markers. This new way of eating has been a great tool for simplifying their shopping and cooking rhythms at home too!  Enjoy your walk, commute or however you consume podcasts and thanks for hanging out with us!   QUOTE OF THE DAY "Find what feels good.” ~ Adriene Mishler   RESOURCES Blog Post: The Definitive Guide to Metabolic Flexibility Episode 151: Pivoting to Enhance the Everyday   TAKE ACTION CHALLENGE Find what feels good, and don't stop.    FOLLOW US Website: simplifiedkhaos.com Instagram: @simplified.khaos Jillian: @the.clean.and.simple.life Nick: @nicksimplified   CONTACT US Email: simplifiedkhaospodcast@gmail.com   MUSIC Night Owl by Broke for Free: http://brokeforfree.com/  

    153: Discussing Homeschooling and Unschooling with Missy Willis

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2022 70:08


    Most people think you have to give up so much to homeschool…in reality, you gain so much more. In this episode, Jill chats with Missy Willis, a mom of two kids and a nurturer to all! She shares her unique journey on how she came to homeschool her children. They dive into parenting, child development, homeschooling (unschooling), as well as all the juicy lessons learned along the way.  Enjoy your walk, commute or however you consume podcasts and thanks for hanging out with us!   QUOTE OF THE DAY "Everybody is going through something.”    RESOURCES Instagram: @letemgobarefoot Website: letemgobarefoot.com Podcast: Let ‘em go Barefoot   TAKE ACTION CHALLENGE Get a notebook and write down your intentions and thoughts on your life.    FOLLOW US Website: simplifiedkhaos.com Instagram: @simplified.khaos Jillian: @the.clean.and.simple.life Nick: @nicksimplified   CONTACT US Email: simplifiedkhaospodcast@gmail.com   MUSIC Night Owl by Broke for Free: http://brokeforfree.com/  

    152: Simplifying Hosting Guests

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2022 25:08


    Does hosting friends and family feel stressful and a bit overwhelming at times? In this episode, Jill and Nick have had some REVELATIONS when it comes to simplifying the chaos around hosting! Welcoming guests in your home for a day, weekend, or a week doesn't have to be an inconvenience, it can actually be a great opportunity to showcase your way of living to the ones you love. Jill and Nick share their top six lessons they've learned from hosting many sleepovers with good friends and family.  Enjoy your walk, commute or however you consume podcasts and thanks for hanging out with us!   QUOTE OF THE DAY "Choose people who: choose you, ask how you are, see you, let you be you, feel good to your nervous system, you can breathe easily around, you don't need to perform for, are good for your mental health, want to see you win, don't try to control you." ~ Sasha Tozzi   RESOURCES Blog Post: Hosting Made Easier   TAKE ACTION CHALLENGE Make one small pivot to upgrade your wellbeing.    FOLLOW US Website: simplifiedkhaos.com Instagram: @simplified.khaos Jillian: @the.clean.and.simple.life Nick: @nicksimplified   CONTACT US Email: simplifiedkhaospodcast@gmail.com   MUSIC Night Owl by Broke for Free: http://brokeforfree.com/  

    151: Pivoting to Enhance the Everyday

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2022 38:20


    If you could make one small pivot to upgrade your everyday, what would it be? In this episode, Jill and Nick share their TOP 3-ish lifestyle (wellness) pivots that have been adding a ton of VALUE to their lives. They chat about recent upgrades they've made in movement, food, and mindset, as well as diving into the reason behind all of these small changes.  Enjoy your walk, commute or however you consume podcasts and thanks for hanging out with us!   QUOTE OF THE DAY “Wellness is the complete integration of body, mind and spirit - the realization that everything we do, think, feel, and believe has an effect on our state of well-being." ~ Greg Anderson   RESOURCES Blog Post: The Benefit of Living Intuitively    TAKE ACTION CHALLENGE Make one small pivot to upgrade your wellbeing.    FOLLOW US Website: simplifiedkhaos.com Instagram: @simplified.khaos Jillian: @the.clean.and.simple.life Nick: @nicksimplified   CONTACT US Email: simplifiedkhaospodcast@gmail.com   MUSIC Night Owl by Broke for Free: http://brokeforfree.com/

    150: How We're Living on One Income

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2022 38:01


    How can you create your dream life on a budget? In this episode, Jill and Nick share their journey on how they became the family that now lives on ONE INCOME. They dive into all the tiny choices, conversations and mindset shifts that have led them to have financial flexibility. Getting clear on your values and creating financial boundaries can create epic transformation in your life!   Enjoy your walk, commute or however you consume podcasts and thanks for hanging out with us!   QUOTE OF THE DAY “I make myself rich by making my wants few." ~ Henry David Thoreau     RESOURCES Blog Post: How We Afford to Live on One Income   TAKE ACTION CHALLENGE It is possible to have financial flexibility.  Take a step today!     FOLLOW US Website: simplifiedkhaos.com Instagram: @simplified.khaos Jillian: @the.clean.and.simple.life Nick: @nicksimplified   CONTACT US Email: simplifiedkhaospodcast@gmail.com   MUSIC Night Owl by Broke for Free: http://brokeforfree.com/  

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