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I have faced burnout several times in my life and I just can't seem to stop myself. However, I think I'm brave enough to say that I'm finally done with that part of my life. My latest pursuit is finding fun without attaching monetary gain or external expectations to any of it. How can we go after the calling on our hearts without making it work?What can we do to set RULES around having fun? Seriously, it's a lot less lame than it sounds, I promise.Lastly, and kind of most importantly…how can we know what is REALLY fun and what isn't — because I think we get this wrong way too often.Subscribe on Substack: Get full access to Basic B*tch Seeks Enlightenment at reneebenes.substack.com/subscribe

If you've ever felt like you'll never get out of credit card debt, or can't seem to get ahead with money, you're not alone. In this open conversation around women, money, and what is holding us back, I sat down with Sequin debit card founder, Vrinda Gupta, to clear the air about what makes women struggle with money. Do you like the idea of being able to spend without guilt, reap the rewards, and get paid back the money that is owed you? If so, be sure to tap play, tune in, and get ready to feel seen (finally) by the financial community!Open your Sequin cardFind Sequin on Instagram Get full access to Basic B* Community at reneebenes.substack.com/subscribe

Having a parent who struggles with an addiction is a challenge in and of itself. Losing that parent is a whole other kind of challenge. Finding a way to learn valuable lessons in order to shape my life in a better direction than my parent's? Well, that really seemed like the only option. At the end of the day, while it might not be a popular opinion, my dad's death shaped my life more than anything he ever said or did while he was alive. Whether you've lost a parent or not, I encourage you to tune in because you just might start looking at life, and hardships a little differently after this.Join the Basic B* CommunityAll the links Get full access to Basic B* Community at reneebenes.substack.com/subscribe

Have you ever considered what this world would look like if we all truly did exactly what we wanted? Even for just five minutes per day. During this interview with Ashley Strong Smith, she and I sit down and chat like two friends about what growth can really look like. Ashley shares her thoughts on cultivating a peaceful work environment, living with intention and allowing ourselves to do more of what feels good for us.Join the Basic B* CommunityConnect with Ashley on Insta : https://www.instagram.com/ashleystrongsmith_/ Heart Centered Foundations Workbook: https://round-scene-279.myflodesk.com/ni0kpum7w2 Get full access to Basic B* Community at reneebenes.substack.com/subscribe

I've spent the last seven years talking about minimalism, and decluttering my life, but the reality is, it has been so much more than that. Before I decided to downsize my stuff, I first decided I needed to find myself. Sure, I was a shopaholic with a monthly shoe membership subscription, but I knew there was so much more to me than that. After spending almost three decades trying to be who I thought everyone else wanted me to be, I set out on a mission to find out who I really was. This podcast, is my diary - on a decade delay.Join the Basic B* CommunityAll the links Get full access to Basic B* Community at reneebenes.substack.com/subscribe

Have you ever really sat down to enjoy a cup of coffee? Do you ever put your camera away just to take in the moment around you rather than capturing the perfect snapshot? How about buying a boring cake just so you can decorate it at home for fun. All of these slow living, personal touch ideas and more are the topic of conversation during this interview with Palak Dave, the founder of Embria and author of Beautiful Everydays. Get full access to Basic B* Community at reneebenes.substack.com/subscribe

Could you imagine going from active, high-achieving woman to bed ridden and physically struggling with an MS diagnosis? That's the story Kim Rahir shares with us today on the podcast. She was able to take a scary physical diagnosis and use it as a reason to build strength beyond her wildest dreams. What started as weigh lifting to avoid fatigue quickly turned into Olympic style training, and teaching other middle aged women how to take back their power, even into their golden years. Today's message is perfect for anyone who feels the wear and tear of age on their bodies, or have struggled with physical limitations. In today's episode Kim takes the time to remind us that age is just a number, strength is more than muscle, and that it's never too late to enjoy the little things in life.Kim's Website + Free AssessmentSubscribe on SubstackRenee on InstagramRenee on TikTok Get full access to The Big Stuff at reneebenes.substack.com/subscribe

What does it really take to change the world? Most of us have some desire to leave a lasting impact, but often aren't sure where to start. Today's guest, Donal MacCool is a clinical psychologist and founder of One Planet Thriving. During our chat today we do a deep dive into human connection, embracing our own authenticity, and finding the right words to spark lasting change. If you have ever felt hopeless when it comes to the state of the world, or misunderstood when it comes to sharing your true self, today's episode will speak directly to your heart. Pinky promise.Save 10% at One Planet ThrivingSubscribe on SubstackRenee on InstagramRenee on TikTok Get full access to The Big Stuff at reneebenes.substack.com/subscribe

If you have ever been conflicted about how you want to live your life, what you want to do, or the job you want to have, you are not alone. Tune into today's episode with guest, NoorJehan Tourte who boldly rejects the idea that we can only be one thing. From Sports Illustrated swimsuit competitions, to climbing the corporate ladder, NoorJehan has done it all and doesn't plan on stopping now. Listen in to get inspiration for simply extraordinary living and a reminder that being multi passionated is perfectly normal.NoorJehan on InstagramSubscribe on SubstackRenee on InstagramRenee on TikTok Get full access to The Big Stuff at reneebenes.substack.com/subscribe

Our family has found so much joy in reconnecting to the outdoors in the last few years and today's guest made me start itching for adventure and fresh air a little bit more. Glen Van Peski is the author of the new book, Take Less, Do More, where he shares life lessons from his outdoor adventures on how to lighten your load in life and in your backpack. Together we discussed the beauty of nature, the lessons in letting go when it comes to parenthood, and choosing a life where our possessions don't take top priority.Buy Take Less, Do MoreInstagramTikTok Get full access to The Big Stuff at reneebenes.substack.com/subscribe

Today's guest had me hooked when she told me she sat at a table with Victoria Beckham. My Spice Girl's loving heart skipped a beat, and I was all ears as she told me she walked away from her successful fashion career in order to create her own styling business. Nicole Russo's belief about fashion is that you don't need a lot to have a good wardrobe, and that if you dress yourself right, you can totally change your life. Free Edit Your Closet Guide: https://www.letsgetyou.com/closeteditThe Blog: https://www.thefunsizedlife.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/renee.benes/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@renee.benes/ Get full access to The Big Stuff at reneebenes.substack.com/subscribe

It's so easy to become overwhelmed by life's problems. We can do deep dives into trying to uncover perfect solutions to our biggest problems, only to realize the solution is even more complicated than the problem itself. During today's Part 2 conversations with Melanie Ann Layer, the Alpha Femme, she shares with us how learning to simplify our coping mechanisms can totally transform our lives — and save us a lot of unnecessary stress.Join my Substack: https://substack.com/@reneebenesAlpha Femme on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alphafemme/?hl=enInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/renee.benes/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@renee.benes/ Get full access to The Big Stuff at reneebenes.substack.com/subscribe

Do you think your biggest fears are designed to show you what you are capable of overcoming? What if the hardships we face can be something that remind us of just how resilient we really are? This is today's guest, Melanie Ann Layer's (AKA Alpha Femme) perspective on life and hitting rock bottom. Not only will Melanie encourage you to look at the hard times with a softer lens, but she'll also encourage you to shift the way you look at your mindset and how it operates so that you can start escaping some of your biggest mental blocks.Join my Substack: https://substack.com/@reneebenesAlpha Femme on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alphafemme/?hl=enInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/renee.benes/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@renee.benes/ Get full access to The Big Stuff at reneebenes.substack.com/subscribe

If you have teenagers like I do you have probably heard the term, "It's giving me The Ick." If you haven't heard this, welcome to the new slang...apparently it's a part of my vocabulary now. I'm just gonna run with it. Talking about minimalism topics like decluttering, organizing, and capsule wardrobes has been wearing on me for some time. Today I want to break down for you why talking about my minimalist lifestyle no longer feels aligned, and why I hope you might consider adapting a similar mindset in your own life. Whether we are addicted to shopping or are practicing decluttering, we can very easily give the stuff in our life way more weight and significance than it deserves and I'm so over it.50 Top Book Recommendations: https://www.reneebenes.com/booksThe Ebook: https://www.reneebenes.com/minimalist-lifestyle-guideThe Blog: https://www.thefunsizedlife.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/renee.benes/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@renee.benes/ Get full access to The Big Stuff at reneebenes.substack.com/subscribe

Shooting a kind text is a thoughtful idea, but did you know speaking the words out loud leaves an even bigger impact? Today I sat down with founder of the HiLU app, Emily Montgomery to talk about the power of the spoken word and how we can use it to build one another up. Send a HiLU: https://www.teamhilu.com Emily's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teamhilu/ The Blog: https://www.thefunsizedlife.com My 50 Top Book Recommendations: https://www.reneebenes.com/books

The idea of walking away from minimalism and the online presence that I have built has been something that has been on my mind for a long time. Today it all came to me in one giant AHA moment...or did it? Here is how I have been taking small, bold, steps toward the calling on my heart and how it all finally caught up with me today. Decluttering and downsizing my life has helped create the space for this kind of change, but I'm realizing letting go of something else is really going to be the key to make my dreams come true... The Blog: https://www.thefunsizedlife.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/renee.benes/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@renee.benes/

If you have ever dreamed of turning in your 2 week notice, and living life on your terms, then you're going to want to tune into today's episode where I sit down with Wayba founder and coach, Jean-Francoia Lappas to talk about burnout, leaving the corporate world behind, and finding purpose and passion. Remember, life is not a one size fits all. Different things work for different people and finding what works for us is the key to aligning with what we were always meant to do. Visit Wabya: https://wabya.com The Escape Plan: https://www.reneebenes.com/escape Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/renee.benes/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@renee.benes/

This week I found myself struggling with a bath mat. For real. Even though I wasn't decluttering this particular item, I couldn't help but feel an emotional attachment to it which just reminded me of how painful the decluttering process can truly be. When we start decluttering our house, we can so easily think all we need is the right step by step organization process. The reality is that as we begin to create a clutter free home we just might find ourselves face to face with some hard emotional struggles. If you have a tough time letting go of sentimental items, or feel an emotional attachment to your things, tune in, I think you're gonna want to hear this! The Ebook: https://www.reneebenes.com/minimalist-lifestyle-guide Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/renee.benes/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@renee.benes/

Life can feel so tough. Whether we are going through a new transition, we've had back to back setbacks, or it just feels like we're not quite living life the way we want to. Today I tossed out any scripts, or game plans for what to say, plopped myself on my bed, and plugged in my mic for a little heart to heart. You know I don't shy away from the hard stuff like grieving, overcoming perfection, parenting, or finding purpose. If you are in the need for a little slow down, heart-to-heart, real talk conversation today, I got you. Just press play. The Escape Plan: https://www.reneebenes.com/escape Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/renee.benes/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@renee.benes/

What happens to a family when they are told their child may never see again? This is a fear that most parents never consider, but today I sit down with dad, Stephen Johnston to talk about what he did when it happened to him. When your son is battling a rare illness, there is a grieving process, a moment of acceptance and also a moment where you decide to control what you can. Stephen shares about his Navy Seal mindset inspiration that has helped him him take action, reminds us all to embrace each day, and shares about his mission to save his son's sight through his non-profit organization, A Race Against Blindness. Donate Today: https://araceagainstblindness.org My 50 Favorite Books: https://www.reneebenes.com/books Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/renee.benes/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@renee.benes/

Minimalism was so much more than decluttering. It actually allowed me the space to completely redesign my life from the outside in. In today's episode I'm giving you a quick breakdown as to how clearing clutter and creating space has allowed me to spend more time with my kids, make passive income on my own terms, heal past traumas and all around live a more intentional, well-rounded life. The Escape Plan: https://www.reneebenes.com/escape Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/renee.benes/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@renee.benes/

What if instead of just working to declutter our house we could focus on decluttering our life. If we practice more gratitude, will we be able to see the excess clutter that is weighing us down? In today's episode we'll dive into what it takes to not only clear clutter from your space, but to clear clutter from your life so that you can re-direct yourself in the direction you want to go. It's time to start making bold moves toward shaking free from things that are weighing you down, holding you back and aren't aligned with who you want to be. Let's talk about how to take a step back, look at your life, and decide what you want to stay and what has to go. The Escape Plan: https://www.reneebenes.com/escape Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/renee.benes/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@renee.benes/

Have you ever felt like you were too old to do something? Feel like you let your dream pass you by? Think again! This podcast episode takes self growth to a whole new level by taking self development not only into adulthood, but into every stage after. Life doesn't end at 50, so we do we act like it does? Today I'm sitting down with author and award winning interior designer, Jeanne Collins. During our conversation she'll share with me how after a divorce, and job loss, she decided to go Two Feet In on her dream of starting her own interior design firm. Her method for going after what we want it simple: Be all in. Jeanne's Website: https://araceagainstblindness.org My 50 Favorite Books: https://www.reneebenes.com/books Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/renee.benes/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@renee.benes/

When our house feel cluttered, our to do list is long, and we are emotionally exhausted...it's tired to hear our own intuition. How does all of this internal and external clutter effect how in tune we are with our intuitive knowing and what can we do to create space to reconnect? In today's episode I will share with you how clutter plays a huge role in creating intuitive blocks and offer up some practical advice on how to start decluttering whether it's physical, mental or emotional clutter. The Escape Plan: https://www.reneebenes.com/escape The Blog: https://www.thefunsizedlife.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/renee.benes/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@renee.benes/

Having a minimalist home, or decluttered space doesn't mean your home can't have a maximalist feel. When you are intentional with how you design your home, you can create a big impact with relatively little stuff. On today's episode, my guest, Zandra Zuraw, shares simple ideas on designing a space that feels slow, and simple while still leaving a major impression. Zandra's Site: https://www.slowstylehome.com Renee's Site: https://www.reneebenes.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/renee.benes/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@renee.benes/

Practicing a minimalist lifestyle does not mean you have to swear off all of your possessions, never shop again and no longer feel joy from stuff. Our external environment has a very real effect on our internal world and being intentional about how we decorate our space can have a beneficial impact. In this mini episode I share with you the potential benefits and downfalls of a bigger home, and how to live a life of expansion in a way that works for you. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/renee.benes/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@renee.benes/ 50 Books That Changed My Life: https://www.reneebenes.com/books

I used to spend my days overwhelmed, burnt out, and with an endless to do list. This one small mindset shift allowed me to re-think the way I was spending my time and allowed me to free up more of my schedule. If you feel stuck on a constant hamster wheel, anxious about keeping everyone happy, and overwhelmed trying to keep up, this tiny mindset shift can help you unload so many of the burdens you are carrying around. Website: https://www.reneebenes.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/renee.benes/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@renee.benes/

If you are killing yourself trying to be a perfect mom and are constantly worried about what you're doing wrong, or if you're making the right decisions, then pull up a seat, because we are going to dive into the real talk of why it's time to kill off the idea that any of us can be a perfect mom. In this episode I share some real-life troll comments that sprung me into action to speak up for my fellow mom, the 80/20 rule to adapt in motherhood and how to own up to the fact that none of us are doing this perfectly. From one flawed human to another, can we agree to give each other permission to simply let go? Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/renee.benes/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@renee.benes/ 50 Books That Changed My Life: https://www.reneebenes.com/books

I created a multi-million dollar investment plan as a homeschooling/stay at home mom. While I'm no investing expert -- and, in fact, barely made it through math class, I wanted to lend some insight into the books I used to make this big financial goal possible for myself and for our family. Statistics show that women are better investors than men and yet women are also the ones least likely to make the move to start learning how to invest. My hope during this conversation is to encourage you to re-think this. I know it can be scary, but believe me, if I can learn how to set up investment accounts, so can you! My 50 Favorite Books: https://www.reneebenes.com/books Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/renee.benes/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@renee.benes/

At some point most of us have attempted reducing the amount of screen time we take in in a day, but what would happen if we tried the exact opposite? Instead of screen time minimalism, what if we binged on screens? That's exactly what author and philosopher Nate Klemp did and he shared his experience with me on the Unstuffed Podcast. Is less screen time the key to freedom? Can we still practice mindfulness in a world that seeks to distract us? How can we practice being open to everything and everyone, even when we don't like all of it? We'll dive into these hot topics and more and while we might not find answers to all of these deep questions, we will most definitely gain some insight into new ways of looking at the world around us. Buy the Book: https://www.nateklemp.com/#:~:text=Coming%20February%202024...,the%202%2F12%20virtual%20event. 10x Savings Account: https://www.reneebenes.com/save

When we are feeling overwhelmed, it can be tough to know why or how to get back to a more slow living, neutral state. Lately I have been applying the idea of energetic input versus output to my life and it has been a game changer! Think of this like minimalism and decluttering but for your energy levels. If you feel like you're either on top of the world or completely depressed, this new concept can help you shift your perspective and care for yourself in a whole new way. Maintaining balance isn't always easy, our energy levels are usually tipping from one side to the other, here is how to come back to neutral before you completely crash. Website: https://www.reneebenes.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/renee.benes/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@renee.benes/

If you are a sucker for all things personality tests, horoscopes, and creating a high vibe living environment, you'll love this deep-dive into personal development with Alice Inoue from Happiness U. Does your horoscope really know what you're capable of? Is the feng shui in your home all wrong? Getting to know who you are, what you were meant for and letting go of the things holding you back can be tricky. In today's episode, we'll dive into all the ways we can begin to grow and let go.

So many are living in a state of burnout and don't even know it! Today I sat down with burnout coach and author, Emily Ballesteros, to find out what causes burnout, how we can fix it, and what so many of us get wrong when it comes to simplifying our lives. Emily has faced burnout as a corporate professional and I have faced it as a busy, work from home mom. Together we discuss our shared experiences even though our lives looked totally different from the outside! 10x Savings Account: https://www.reneebenes.com/save Emily on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emilybruth/ Preorder The Cure for Burnout: https://burnout-management.mykajabi.com/the-cure-for-burnout

Before you head into the New Year with fitness and weight loss goals, listen in to today's episode with Amber Romaniuk who is an Emotional Eating, Digestive and Hormone Expert. This is not your ordinary fitness talk. During our chat Amber offered up real, practical advice for getting healthy -- and not in the way you think! If you're burnt out on diet culture, trendy fad diets, and body shame, tap play, because this is an episode that will shift your perspective around fitness and health. My 10x Savings Account: https://www.reneebenes.com/save Amber on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amberromaniuk/?hl=en Free Emotional Eating Quiz: https://amberapproved.ca/emotional-eating-quiz/ No Sugarcoating Podcast https://amberapproved.ca/podcast

If you are someone like me who has struggled with money or budgeting, today's episode is for you. Allie Williams is a money coach who will share with you her no-nonsense methods for how she and her husband paid off over 6 figures of student loan debt while still saving, investing and enjoying life. Alli's approach is all about cutting back where it doesn't matter so you can splurge big time on the things that matter the most to you! No more pinching pennies this year! Let's talk about how to build real wealth that works! My 10x Savings Account: https://www.reneebenes.com/save Alli's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/financiallifocused/ Alli's Website: https://www.financiallifocused.com/ Alli's Free Course: https://www.financiallifocused.com/foundations/

Instead of going hard on New Years Resolutions, here's how you can begin to incorporate slow living into your daily lifestyle in 2024. Adapting a more slow lived mentality can be so helpful in healing your nervous system, achieving your goals, and all around living a more intentional life. Shopping Rehab: https://www.reneebenes.com/shopping-rehab Savings Guide: https://www.reneebenes.com/save Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/renee.benes/ TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@renee.benes/ My Guides: https://thefunsizedlife.ck.page/ce4911bb4a My Courses: https://www.reneebenes.com/store

Learning how to practice slow living when you live in a fast paced world can be hard. Yes, some people can practice slow living off grid, totally away from the outside world, but what about the rest of us? Can those of us with families, busy jobs, and loads of laundry still find ways to slow down and enjoy our lives? You bet we can and I want to tell you how! In this episode I will share with you how I decluttered my way to more time, how I got comfortable doing less work, and 3 ways you can create more time for yourself starting today!

In 17 years of marriage, we have celebrated Christmas with kids from newborn to adulthood. This year I wanted to share the evolution of Christmas gift giving that we have gone through as a minimalist mom and dad. If you are wondering what a mroe minimalist Christmas looks like with kids, this is your behind-the-scenes sneak peek at what it has looked like for us. Let's talk about what we buy our kids, how much we budget for Christmas and what it takes for us to spend a little more! Savings Guide: https://www.reneebenes.com/save Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/renee.benes/ TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@renee.benes/ Stuff I Actually Like Newsletter: https://thefunsizedlife.ck.page/products/stuff?

If you had no bills to pay and a $60K salary, what would you do with it? Today's guest spent all of it on...well, she's not sure what! Today's episode is devoted to all things shopping addiction. Listen in on some real talk about the temptations to buy, how to slow overspending and how movies The Devil Wears Prada spawned a generation of shopaholics. (But oh, the style!!) For anyone who has ever spent a little more than they should have buying a cute bag or a new pair of shoes, this is an episode you're not going to want to miss. Paige on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/overcoming_overspending The Money Love Podcast: https://link.chtbl.com/moneylovepodcast My site: https://www.reneebenes.com/ My Savings Plan: https://www.reneebenes.com/save Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/renee.benes/ TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@renee.benes/

What did you husband think about downsizing your house by 2,000 square feet? Does your husband practice minimalism and decluttering? I get asked so often about how my minimalist journey and downsizing our house affected my marriage. That's why, today, for episode 100, I thought I would interview my husband, Tom. Listen in on our honest chat about keeping up with the Joneses, moving into a smaller house, decluttering and organization, and what our plans are for the future. Savings Guide: https://www.reneebenes.com/save Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/renee.benes/ TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@renee.benes/ My Guides: https://thefunsizedlife.ck.page/ce4911bb4a My Courses: https://www.reneebenes.com/store

If you have ever struggled with PMS symptoms, getting through your period or understanding your crazy hormones, this is an episode for you! Believe it or not, I'm now officially in support of buying yourself a new pair of sweatpants and doubling up on your favorite pair of jeans all in honor of your body. This episode gives you an amazing in-depth listen to 2 women having some real talk around body changes, honoring our health and embracing our periods! Yup, I said it. It is time to stop shying away from the cycle talk and period panties and dive into the changes we can make to embrace these phases we experience as women. Connect with Melissa: https://www.instagram.com/arlene.cycle.support/ Join the Waitlist: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/636adf1ed165bda5119951fc My site: https://www.reneebenes.com/ My Savings Plan: https://www.reneebenes.com/save Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/renee.benes/ TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@renee.benes/

As we go into Thanksgiving break, I think it's important that we work to practice gratitude...but...there are some things we can get wrong when it comes to being thankful (I know I got it wrong at least). In today's episode I want to share with you little ways you can practice gratitude as a beginner, how it can make your bad days better, and how to avoid falling into gaslight gratitude. Savings Guide: https://www.reneebenes.com/save Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/renee.benes/ TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@renee.benes/ The Newsletter: https://thefunsizedlife.ck.page/products/stuff?promo=8B27H4DG4G

We might start a minimalist lifestyle with good intentions about decluttering and simplifying our lives, but if we're not careful the trend of minimalism can sneak up on us. When I first started decluttering, I was using minimalism as a trend and it made my life way more stressful. Here are 6 signs you might be doing the same and how you can snap out of it. Savings Guide: https://www.reneebenes.com/save Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/renee.benes/ TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@renee.benes/ The Newsletter: https://thefunsizedlife.ck.page/products/stuff?promo=8B27H4DG4G

Even if you're not a minimalist mommy blogger like I once was, I wanted to share with you how I turned my blog into a globally recognized personal brand. I mean, how do you get paid, or build a business when you are telling people to downsize, declutter, and stop shopping? The key, I have found, is to owning your story and sharing it with enthusiasm with those who want to hear it. You too have a story and a message, and my hope is that today's episode encourages you to own your story and take uncomfortable steps toward making your dreams happen. Turn Your Life Experience Into a Digital Product That Sells: https://www.reneebenes.com/turn-your-life-experience-into-a-profitable-personal-brand Savings Guide: https://www.reneebenes.com/save Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/renee.benes/ TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@renee.benes/

In honor of Halloween, I wanted to share 3 scary things that made me a minimalist -- but they're probably not what you're thinking. OK, they are definitely not what you're thinking. The truth is, a lot of us will go through similar experiences and we have the opportunity to take away lessons of growth or lessons of fear. I chose growth whenever possible. Here is how some of the biggest losses and hardships in my life inspired me to declutter, simplify and practice a minimalist lifestyle. FREE 5 Day Declutter: https://thefunsizedlife.ck.page/105things The Full Blog Post: https://www.thefunsizedlife.com/minimalist-experiences/ Savings Guide: https://www.reneebenes.com/save Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/renee.benes/ TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@renee.benes/

Christmas is coming and if the stores are already trying to sell us on decor and holiday themed gifts, then I get to have my say on what we should declutter before the holiday season hits! Decluttering and simplifying our home before Christmas comes has been something our family has done for the last few years. Here are 5 things we do to make sure the season of giving stays a little more focused on the bigger things and less on the stuff. FREE 5 Day Declutter: https://thefunsizedlife.ck.page/105things $5 Coaching: https://www.reneebenes.com/instagram-subscribe Savings Guide: https://www.reneebenes.com/save Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/renee.benes/ TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@renee.benes/

Hey there, burnt out mama! If you have ever felt sick of housework, trying to be the perfect mom, and are struggling to keep it all together, today's episode is one you're not going to want to miss. I got to sit down with Mom Coach Stephanie Rosenfield and have some serious mom talk about how to escape from feeling overwhelmed and overworked simply by learning to let go! Stephanie's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephanie.rosenfield/ The 5 Minute Shift Podcast: https://stephaniercoaching.com/podcast/ My site: https://www.reneebenes.com/ My Savings Plan: https://www.reneebenes.com/save Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/renee.benes/ TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@renee.benes/

Most of us know the basic ways to declutter. We know how to get clutter out of our house...we jus get rid of it. But, if the method itself is so simple, why are so many of us still drowning in clutter? I think it's because we haven't learned how to let shit go. What is the difference between decluttering and letting shit go? That's what I want to dive into today with you. I want to give you a new perspective on what owning stuff vs. being owned by stuff looks like so you can speed up the decluttering process in a whole new way. FREE 5 Day Declutter: https://thefunsizedlife.ck.page/105things The Gentle Art of Letting Sh*t Go eBook: https://thefunsizedlife.ck.page/products/minimalist-lifestyle-guide Savings Guide: https://www.reneebenes.com/save Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/renee.benes/ TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@renee.benes/

Have you ever had one of those AHA moments where you realized you can't live up to someone else's expectations? Today Amy Green Smith and I have a very real chat about the vulnerability it takes to show up as our authentic selves, even if the people we love don't approve, why people pleasing can be a great tactic for survival, and how to set boundaries with love (and less screaming). Amy on Insta: https://www.instagram.com/heyamygreensmith/ The Worthy Program: https://amygreensmith.com/worthy/ My site: https://www.reneebenes.com/ My Savings Plan: https://www.reneebenes.com/save Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/renee.benes/ TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@renee.benes/

"I don't care what other people think about me!" This is usually something we hear from people and we assume it means they don't care when someone doesn't like them. Right? Well, what about when people really like you? What about compliments and words of kindness? Should we stop caring about those too? I have, and I thought maybe we could have an honest discussion today about why. My site: https://www.reneebenes.com/ My Savings Plan: https://www.reneebenes.com/save Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/renee.benes/ TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@renee.benes/

We have all struggled to find the right outfit to wear, but could the clothing we wear effect how successful we are, the jobs we get, and even how much money we make? In today's episode, I sit down with celebrity stylist, Keri Blair for an honest and heartfelt discussion about how to find the clothes that tell the world who we are and how the right wardrobe just might help us be our best version of ourselves. *I have an affiliate link shared below. I may earn a commission on recommendations at no additional cost to you. Join Keri's FREE 3 Day Masterclass: https://www.yourcuratedstyle.com/a/2147670057/EgbotNmr Find Keri on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestylestudiobykb Free Guide to Your Perfect Pair of Jeans: https://www.yourcuratedstyle.com/top-4-jeans Visit my site: https://www.reneebenes.com/ My Fave Savings Plan: https://www.reneebenes.com/save Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/renee.benes/ TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@renee.benes/