Episodes
Wednesday Jun 01, 2022
160: Against the Grain - Celebrations
Wednesday Jun 01, 2022
Wednesday Jun 01, 2022
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/
Wednesday May 25, 2022
159: We Are Going Against the Grain
Wednesday May 25, 2022
Wednesday May 25, 2022
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/
Wednesday May 18, 2022
158: Flow vs. Force
Wednesday May 18, 2022
Wednesday May 18, 2022
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/
Wednesday May 04, 2022
157: Simplifying Your Wardrobe Revisited
Wednesday May 04, 2022
Wednesday May 04, 2022
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/
Wednesday Apr 27, 2022
156: Reflections and Lessons from Traveling (With a Toddler)
Wednesday Apr 27, 2022
Wednesday Apr 27, 2022
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/
Wednesday Apr 13, 2022
155: Content We Are Consuming to Simplify the Everyday
Wednesday Apr 13, 2022
Wednesday Apr 13, 2022
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/
Wednesday Mar 30, 2022
154: Food for Thought
Wednesday Mar 30, 2022
Wednesday Mar 30, 2022
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/
Thursday Mar 24, 2022
153: Discussing Homeschooling and Unschooling with Missy Willis
Thursday Mar 24, 2022
Thursday Mar 24, 2022
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/
Wednesday Mar 16, 2022
152: Simplifying Hosting Guests
Wednesday Mar 16, 2022
Wednesday Mar 16, 2022
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/
Wednesday Mar 09, 2022
151: Pivoting to Enhance the Everyday
Wednesday Mar 09, 2022
Wednesday Mar 09, 2022
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/