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Calm Simple Free is a podcast for anyone seeking a more intentional rhythm to their days. It’s a space to pause for calm, reflect on life’s simple pleasures and speak freely from the heart. Hosted by Ashley Foxx, what began as "clean simple free" has evolved into something more: it's a show to explore emotional healing, seasonal pleasures, romanticizing your life, and finding charm in the simple things, even in the midst of grief or burnout. Episodes offer reflections on reclaiming your energy, aesthetic deep dives, guided meditations, and making space for the things that truly make us happy.
Calm Simple Free is a podcast for anyone seeking a more intentional rhythm to their days. It’s a space to pause for calm, reflect on life’s simple pleasures and speak freely from the heart. Hosted by Ashley Foxx, what began as "clean simple free" has evolved into something more: it's a show to explore emotional healing, seasonal pleasures, romanticizing your life, and finding charm in the simple things, even in the midst of grief or burnout. Episodes offer reflections on reclaiming your energy, aesthetic deep dives, guided meditations, and making space for the things that truly make us happy.
Ep95: The Power of Rituals with Leo Babauta
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My guest this week is Leo Babauta. In this episode, he discusses the power of elevating routines into rituals, and how to live mindfully versus pursuing endless productivity and drudgery. Share your thoughts! Click the link below that says “send in a voice message.” Contact: clean.simple.free@gmail.com or Instagram @clean.simple.free
The psychology of colors in home decor! Creating cohesion, changing mood, and enhancing your environment. Share your thoughts! Click the link below that says “send in a voice message.” Contact: clean.simple.free@gmail.com or Instagram @clean.simple.free https://www.wix.com/blog/color-psychology
When was the last time you evaluated your progress on your simplicity journey? In this episode I discuss my own evolution, and talk about adapting our path to pursue current priorities. I also mention new upcoming topic ideas you can expect! Share your thoughts! Click the link below that says “send in a voice message.” Contact: clean.simple.free@gmail.com or Instagram @clean.simple.free
Are your emotional needs being met? In this episode I discuss how to fulfill the 9 Basic Emotional Needs that every person has. Identify where you’re lacking, learn to live more balanced, and renew your supply of emotional energy. Share your thoughts! Click the link below that says “send in a voice message.” Contact me: clean.simple.free@gmail.com or Instagram @clean.simple.free Thank you for listening! https://youtube.com/c/cleansimplefree
This episode is a conversation to catch up on what’s going on in my world, the world of minimalism experts, and a discussion about finding out what self care means to you. Did you know? You can send in an audio recording to let me know what you think of this episode! Click the link below that says “send in a voice message.” I would LOVE to hear from you:) Submit your questions to discuss on the podcast! Contact me: clean.simple.free@gmail.com or Instagram @clean.simple.free Thank you for listening! https://youtube.com/c/cleansimplefree
This episode features Jen Smith, co-host of the Frugal Friends Podcast and author of “The No-Spend Challenge Guide.” Jen discusses aligning our purchases with our values and ways to challenge ourselves to be a good steward of our resources and make only decisive purchases. Free ebook: Frugalfriendspodcast.com/ebook Submit your questions to discuss on the podcast! Contact me: clean.simple.free@gmail.com or Instagram @clean.simple.free Thank you for listening! Please consider donating a dollar by clicking “support this podcast” below. Donations help to ensure the production of new episodes and help improve the podcast over time. https://youtube.com/c/cleansimplefree
This episode features Sharon Schneider, author of “Handbook for an Integrated Life.” Her book discusses aligning our everyday life choices with our values. You guys will love this interview; a lot of the things in Sharon’s book align with clean simple free’s thoughts on sustainable shopping and intentional living and she was a lovely guest! Get Sharon’s book here: https://www.theintegratedlife.com Submit your questions to discuss on the podcast! Contact me: clean.simple.free@gmail.com or Instagram @clean.simple.free Thank you for listening! Please consider donating a dollar by clicking “support this podcast” below. Donations help to ensure the production of new episodes and help improve the podcast over time. https://youtube.com/c/cleansimplefree
The first episode of season five is a success story from a listener followed by an interesting question: what are good hobbies for minimalists that don’t create clutter or require lots of supplies? Submit your questions to discuss on the podcast! Contact me: clean.simple.free@gmail.com or Instagram @clean.simple.free Thank you for listening! Please consider donating a dollar by clicking “support this podcast” below. Donations help to ensure the production of new episodes and help improve the podcast over time. https://youtube.com/c/cleansimplefree
The final episode of season four is about haul culture: videos encouraging people to buy as much as possible from fast-fashion retailers to make impressive looking videos. Plus, I discuss some self-storage statistics and offer suggestions for the way we view shopping and storing our items. The clean simple free podcast returns August 31! Thank you for listening! Please consider donating a dollar by clicking “support this podcast” below. Donations help to ensure the production of new episodes and help improve the podcast over time. Contact me: clean.simple.free@gmail.com or Instagram @clean.simple.free
This episode is about the phrase “letting go of things that no longer serve you.” I discuss what it means in an everyday application, and how to identify the things, habits, and even people in our lives that are not moving us forward along the path we want to take. Thank you for listening! Please consider donating a dollar by clicking “support this podcast” below. Donations help to ensure the production of new episodes and help improve the podcast over time. Contact me: clean.simple.free@gmail.com or Instagram @clean.simple.free
In this episode I discuss the most commonly cluttered area in the home—the bedroom— and discuss how a cluttered room can negatively impact our quality of sleep. Plus, I offer solutions for removing the most distracting items that can prevent us from sleeping soundly. Thank you for listening! Please consider donating a dollar by clicking “support this podcast” below. Donations help to ensure the production of new episodes and help improve the podcast over time. Contact me: clean.simple.free@gmail.com or Instagram @clean.simple.free
In this episode I chat with Lizzie Horvitz, Founder of Finch. Finch provides science-backed ratings for common products on Amazon to help us shop more mindfully. In this episode Lizzie talks about decoupling sustainability and status, debunking product buzzwords like “green,” easy fixes to reduce our impact on the planet, and more! Thank you for listening! Please consider donating a dollar by clicking “support this podcast” below. Donations help to ensure the production of new episodes and help improve the podcast over time. Contact me: clean.simple.free@gmail.com or Instagram @clean.simple.free Check out the beautiful, sustainable clothes at Tradlands and use my code, CLEANSIMPLEFREE20 for 20% off! https://tradlands.com/cleansimplefree https://tradlands.com/pages/sustainability for more info on Tradlands ever-evolving clean + sustainable practices Learn more about Finch here: Hey@choosefinch.com https://choosefinch.com
In this episode I discuss the toxic side of the “respect the grind” mindset that doesn’t allow for a healthy work/life balance. In this episode I give examples of hustle culture, discuss the downsides of it, and read some solutions to strive for more balance between busyness and self-care. Thank you for listening! If you’d like to support this podcast further, consider donating a dollar by clicking “support this podcast” below. Donations help to ensure the production of new episodes and help improve the podcast over time. Reach out at clean.simple.free@gmail.com or on Instagram @clean.simple.free Link to the full transcript including articles referenced: https://csfpodcast.wordpress.com/
In this episode I chat with Julie Barlow of JMB Living. In this interview she discusses how to manifest our dreams and goals through journaling, the mindfulness connection when we journal, and how to make time to journal in our busy lives. Thank you for listening! If you’d like to support this podcast further, consider donating a dollar by clicking “support this podcast” below. Donations help to ensure the production of new episodes and help improve the podcast over time. Reach out at clean.simple.free@gmail.com or on Instagram @clean.simple.free JMB Living links: https://www.jmbliving.com/ https://www.instagram.com/jmbliving/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfwl5npdKzU7F97J70x0NyA https://www.facebook.com/JMBLiving
It’s spring cleaning season! In this episode I discuss a brief history of spring cleaning and cover my favorite cleaning tips and decluttering reminders to get your home nice and tidy. Thank you for listening! If you’d like to support this podcast further, consider donating a dollar by clicking “support this podcast” below. Donations help to ensure the production of new episodes and help improve the podcast over time. Reach out at clean.simple.free@gmail.com or on Instagram @clean.simple.free Full transcript including articles referenced: https://csfpodcast.wordpress.com/
In this enlightening episode, I chat with Angie of Tangie waste free products to discuss how we can begin to go plastic free, the pitfalls of recycling, and Angie’s on-the-go suggestions to reduce our single-use plastic consumption. Thank you for listening! If you’d like to support this podcast further, consider donating a dollar by clicking “support this podcast” below. Donations help to ensure the production of new episodes and help improve the podcast over time. Reach out at clean.simple.free@gmail.com or on Instagram @clean.simple.free Visit Angie @wastefreeproducts on Instagram and Facebook or go to https://wastefreeproducts.com/ Visit wastefreepledge.com for your free copy of Angie’s book
Today I chat with Dave Sells of Better Grounds for an insightful look at fair trade practices in the coffee industry. Thank you for listening! If you’d like to support this podcast further, consider donating a dollar by clicking “support this podcast” below. Donations help to ensure the production of new episodes and help improve the podcast over time. Reach out at clean.simple.free@gmail.com or on Instagram @clean.simple.free Use code ‘cleansimple’ at Better Grounds checkout for 50% off your first month when purchasing a monthly subscription: https://www.bettergrounds.co
Are you trying to shop your way to your ideal life? In this episode I discuss the way marketing tricks us into thinking we need a product by catering to our psychological needs using Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs. It’s pretty sneaky! Thank you for listening! If you’d like to support this podcast further, consider donating a dollar by clicking “support this podcast” below. Donations help to ensure the production of new episodes and help improve the podcast over time. Reach out at clean.simple.free@gmail.com or on Instagram @clean.simple.free Full transcript including articles referenced: https://csfpodcast.wordpress.com/
What is abundant minimalism? In this episode I discuss what a scarcity mindset is and how it can be damaging to ourselves and others. Plus, how to swap your fear-based thoughts for a mindset of abundance. Thank you for listening! If you’d like to support this podcast further, consider donating a dollar by clicking “support this podcast” below. Donations help to ensure the production of new episodes and help improve the podcast over time. Reach out at clean.simple.free@gmail.com or on Instagram @clean.simple.free Get 10% off at Ana Luisa: http://shop.analuisa.com/csfpodcast Here you can find the links to all of the articles referenced in the episode: https://csfpodcast.wordpress.com/2022/02/16/ep77-scarcity-mentality-versus-abundance-mindset/
In this episode I discuss how to stop comparing ourselves to unrealistic standards of minimalism when it doesn’t suit our current life stage. Plus, how to identify your decluttering strengths and weaknesses. Thank you for listening! If you’d like to support this podcast further, consider donating a dollar by clicking “support this podcast” below. Donations help to ensure the production of new episodes and help improve the podcast over time. Reach out at clean.simple.free@gmail.com or on Instagram @clean.simple.free Get 10% off at Ana Luisa: http://shop.analuisa.com/csfpodcast
My guest today is Lorraine Dallmeier of Formula Botanica who discusses skinimalism, the effects of the beauty industry on self-esteem and creating waste, and much more! Thank you for listening! If you’d like to support this podcast further, consider donating a dollar by clicking “support this podcast” below. Donations help to ensure the production of new episodes and help improve the podcast over time. Reach out at clean.simple.free@gmail.com or on Instagram @clean.simple.free Sign up for the free Formula Botanica e-course: https://www.formulabotanica.co/foundation-course-w Get 10% off at Ana Luisa: http://shop.analuisa.com/csfpodcast
In the season 4 premier, I discuss intention, mindfulness, and how to start incorporating your vision of an ideal life into every day practice. ***Thank you so much for listening! If you’d like to support this podcast further, consider donating a dollar by clicking “support this podcast” below. Donations help to ensure the production of new episodes and help improve the podcast over time. You can reach out at clean.simple.free@gmail.com or on Instagram @clean.simple.free***
In the last episode of season 3, I discuss the many benefits of a gratitude practice and review my minimalist journey this past year. I also talk about the necessity of “internal decluttering.” Happy holidays! ***Thank you so much for listening! If you’d like to support this podcast further, consider donating a dollar by clicking “support this podcast” below. Donations help to ensure the production of new episodes and help improve the podcast over time. You can reach out at clean.simple.free@gmail.com or on Instagram @clean.simple.free***
In this episode I discuss ideas for useful, low clutter gifts to give to everyone on your list as well as providing a few suggestions for sustainable ways to wrap presents. ***Thank you so much for listening! If you’d like to support this podcast even further, consider donating a dollar by clicking “support this podcast” below. Donations help to ensure the production of new episodes and help improve the podcast over time. You can reach out at clean.simple.free@gmail.com or on Instagram @clean.simple.free***
In this episode I discuss physical health risks that can come with clutter. By knowing the health hazards that come with upkeep on items, we can become more decisive when decluttering. ***Thank you so much for listening! If you’d like to support this podcast even further, consider donating a dollar by clicking “support this podcast” below. Donations help to ensure the production of new episodes and help improve the podcast over time. You can reach out at clean.simple.free@gmail.com or on Instagram @clean.simple.free***
Mindfulness is more than just meditation! In this episode I talk about what mindfulness is, why it’s beneficial, and how we can incorporate mindful practices into our daily lives. ***Thank you so much for listening! If you’d like to support this podcast even further, consider donating a dollar by clicking “support this podcast” below. Donations help to ensure the production of new episodes and help improve the podcast over time. You can reach out at clean.simple.free@gmail.com or on Instagram @clean.simple.free***
How to “put exclamation marks on ordinary days” by adding a special touch to otherwise typical days. This is a concept that I learned from my mom, and it can be easily put into practice when living intentionally. ***Thank you so much for listening! If you’d like to support this podcast even further, consider donating a dollar by clicking “support this podcast” below. Donations help to ensure the production of new episodes and help improve the podcast over time. You can reach out at clean.simple.free@gmail.com or on Instagram @clean.simple.free***
Everyone does spring cleaning, but what about fall cleaning? In this episode, I offer tips for why fall cleaning is beneficial, as well as a step-by-step guide to clean your house from top to bottom. ***Thank you so much for listening! If you’d like to support this podcast even further, consider donating a dollar by clicking “support this podcast” below. Donations help to ensure the production of new episodes and help improve the podcast over time. You can reach out at clean.simple.free@gmail.com or on Instagram @clean.simple.free***
In this episode, I discuss the positive impact of having a good morning and evening routine in place, as well as offering some ideas to incorporate into your days. If you have a question reach out to me at the links below! ***Thank you so much for listening! If you’d like to support this podcast even further, consider donating a dollar by clicking “support this podcast” below. Donations help to ensure the production of new episodes and help improve the podcast over time. You can reach out at clean.simple.free@gmail.com or on Instagram @clean.simple.free*** Links referenced in the episode: https://www.headspace.com/articles/the-secret-benefit-of-routines-it-wont-surprise-you 9AW0HxZKwrP9qpMZ8L8z https://www.thegrowtheq.com/the-best-routine-according-to-science/amp/
In this episode I discuss messages that listeners have shared with me, including duplicate items, decluttering progress reports, and more. If you have a question reach out at the links below! ***Thank you so much for listening! If you’d like to support this podcast even further, consider donating a dollar by clicking “support this podcast” below. Donations help to ensure the production of new episodes and help improve the podcast over time. You can reach out at clean.simple.free@gmail.com or on Instagram @clean.simple.free***
If you have unfinished DIY projects lying around the house, decide whether to pursue it or pass on it! In this episode I give tips on how to determine whether a project is worth finishing as well as dive into the psychological phenomenon that makes completing tasks so important. ***Thank you so much for listening! If you’d like to support this podcast even further, consider donating a dollar by clicking “support this podcast” below. Donations help to ensure the production of new episodes and help improve the podcast over time. You can reach out at clean.simple.free@gmail.com or on Instagram @clean.simple.free*** Thought Co article referenced: https://www.thoughtco.com/zeigarnik-effect-4771725
I’m so excited to share this interview with my sister Brittany Lee! In this episode, Brittany talks about how to acclimate to a new normal post-quarantine, and how to organize and refresh your space. ***Thank you so much for listening! If you’d like to support this podcast even further, consider donating a dollar by clicking “support this podcast” below. Donations help to ensure the production of new episodes and help improve the podcast over time. You can reach out at clean.simple.free@gmail.com or on Instagram @clean.simple.free***
In part two of this two part series, I discuss in person options for selling your unwanted clothes and giving them new life in a sustainable way, and making some cash in the process! The places I mention are: Facebook.com/marketplace offerup.com buffaloexchange.com platoscloset.com ***Thank you so much for listening! If you’d like to support this podcast even further, consider donating a dollar by clicking “support this podcast” below. You can reach out at clean.simple.free@gmail.com or on Instagram @clean.simple.free***
In this two-part episode, I mention a few of the most popular apps to resell your clothing, offering a sustainable solution to getting rid old clothes and making some cash in the process! The sites I mention are: eBay.com Depop.com poshmark.com vinted.com thredup.com therealreal.com ***Thank you so much for listening! If you’d like to support this podcast even further, consider donating a dollar by clicking “support this podcast” below. You can reach out at clean.simple.free@gmail.com or on Instagram @clean.simple.free***
What a crazy first half of 2021! There are always lessons to be learned about minimalism even in times of crisis as discussed in this episode. **Apologies for the sound quality towards the end! I was having technical difficulties with my microphone.**
Spring has sprung! In the third and final part of this series I offer helpful reminders and easy steps to declutter your space. This episode focuses on paring down possessions in the bedroom, garage, laundry room and spare closets! •••Suggestion or comment? Reach out by email at clean.simple.free@gmail.com, Instagram @clean.simple.free, or leave me a voice message by clicking the link below. Thank you for supporting this podcast by listening. •••
Spring has sprung! In part 2 of this series I offer helpful reminders and six easy steps to declutter any space. Plus, bathroom solutions for everything from makeup collections to wall art. This is an ongoing series. Tune in next time for the next installment to get your home clean and clutter free. •••Wanna participate in the challenge? Use the hashtag #CSFspring and post your photos! Suggestion or comment? Reach out by email at clean.simple.free@gmail.com, Instagram @clean.simple.free, or leave me a voice message by clicking the link below. Thank you for supporting this podcast by listening. •••
Spring will be here before we know it! In this episode I offer helpful reminders and six easy steps to declutter any space. Plus, kitchen solutions for everything from your spice rack to under the sink. This is an ongoing series. Tune in next time for the next installment to get your home clean and clutter free. •••Wanna participate in the challenge? Use the hashtag #CSFspring and post your photos! Suggestion or comment? Reach out by email at clean.simple.free@gmail.com, Instagram @clean.simple.free, or leave me a voice message by clicking the link below. Thank you for supporting this podcast by listening. •••
In this casual interview, I chat with Wenceslaus “Wen” Muenyi about his laundry free clothing line, HercLéon. We also discuss minimalism, self-love, shamanic journeys and so much more! Check out the HercLéon products at https://hercleon.com ••• Tell me what you think and which topics you want to hear next! You can reach me by email at clean.simple.free@gmail.com, on Instagram @clean.simple.free, or by sending me a voice message. The link to send a voice message is below this description. Thank you for listening. This podcast wouldn't exist without you. •••
Gratitude for the items we love can help us along our minimalist journeys, and can even save us money in the long run! I explain how in this episode. Plus, a discussion about the Shinto religion and the lessons we can use from it in our daily lives. ••• Tell me what you think and which topics you want to hear next! You can contact me by email at clean.simple.free@gmail.com, on Instagram @clean.simple.free, or by sending me a voice message. The link to send a voice message is below this description. Thank you for listening. This podcast wouldn't exist without you. ••• LINKS: https://www.bustle.com/p/how-shinto-influenced-marie-kondos-konmari-method-of-organizing-15861445
Late, but worth the wait! I had the pleasure of sitting down and having a chat with Dianne Hatke, creator of the UNLEASHED coaching program. Her program guides you along the way to your own journey of self-exploration, discovery, and healing. We also discuss how healing your relationship with yourself can lead to a successful minimalist lifestyle. This is the perfect interview to continue to motivate you in the new year, so you don't want to miss this one! You can reach Dianne at the following links- Instagram @dianne.hatke Facebook.com/dianne.christine.925 www.diannehatke.com You can contact me, Ashley, by email at clean.simple.free@gmail.com, or on Instagram @clean.simple.free Thank you for listening. This podcast wouldn't exist without you.
Are you a perfectionist? A procrastinator? A bit of both? In this episode I discuss both sides as well as the overlap between the two, with solutions to combat all three categories. •••Say hi or follow me on Instagram @clean.simple.free or reach out by email at clean.simple.free@gmail.com!•••
In this episode we discuss ways to implement habits or routines to create a sense of calm and make our days flow more smoothly. •••Say hi on Instagram @clean.simple.free or reach out by email at clean.simple.free@gmail.com!••• Becoming minimalist article: https://www.becomingminimalist.com/calm/
What a great conversation this was! Karl covered so many fantastic topics in this episode including tips to change up our habits and routines, how to live in the present moment, making friends with our inner voices, and of course, how to Bring Gratitude to your day. You can follow Karl on Instagram @digtofly and visit https://digtofly.com/plan/ to get your free Mindset Plan and start practicing gratitude today. •••Say hi to me anytime via email at clean.simple.free@gmail.com or follow me on Instagram @clean.simple.free ••• Happy Thanksgiving!
This episode touches on giving gifts, how to sustainably use up the food in your fridge, ignoring impulse buys and more! •••Reach out anytime on Instagram @clean.simple.free or email me at clean.simple.free@gmail.com •••
Thank you so much to Isabell from Germany for inspiring this episode! You can read more about the dopamine rush from shopping at www.neurotrackerx.com/post/shopping-makes-feel-high •••Reach out anytime on Instagram @clean.simple.free or email me at clean.simple.free@gmail.com •••
In this interview my guest discusses eco friendly fashion without compromise, sustainability tips, how to more actively pursue an earth conscious lifestyle, her movie and book recommendations and more! •••For more info visit Marcizaroff.com or follow her on Instagram @marcizaroff and check out her amazing projects in her Instagram bio!••• Say hi to me on Instagram or by email at clean.simple.free@gmail.com or @clean.simple.free!
When sharing a space with someone, how on earth do we handle living with non minimalists? This episode explores this topic and question, and offers many different ways—peppered with personal anecdotes— to approach and handle dealing with others’ clutter! •••Feel free to say hi or follow me on insta! Thanks for listening:) •Email: clean.simple.free@gmail.com •Instagram: @clean.simple.free
Love to accessorize? Me too! Let’s wrap up the series by talking about how to make conscious decisions about our necklaces, hats, shoes and more, as well as rewarding yourself with organizing bins AFTER editing down your wardrobe. •••Feel free to say hi or follow me on insta! Thanks for listening:) •Email: clean.simple.free@gmail.com •Instagram: @clean.simple.free
Life’s too short to wear uncomfortable underwear, polyester gym clothes and loungewear you feel less than your best in! •••Feel free to say hi or follow me on insta! Thanks for listening:) •Email: clean.simple.free@gmail.com •Instagram: @clean.simple.free