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Does Your Life Support Your Passions?
I was inspired by my Zoom call with tech guru, Amanda Jefferson, whose recent massive social media growth sheds light on the power of decluttering.
Jan 16 • Shannon Leyko of Paring Down
L.E.S.S.: Self-discipline, my 5 donation boxes, & what's under the bed
The L.E.S.S. Express - January 14, 2026
Jan 14
Revealing Whether We're Moving to Finland—and a Lesson from Finnish Sisu
Our family had to make a big decision this week, and I'm so glad it introduced me to the idea of "sisu."
Jan 12 • Shannon Leyko of Paring Down
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Dec 25, 2025
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Research shows that one temperament in particular leads to chronic disappointment and a constant yearning for more, more, more.
Jan 5 • Shannon Leyko of Paring Down
Free Yourself from Clutter in 2026 by Taking Advantage of The Fresh Start Effect
Here are 3 easy ways to take advantage of your brain’s natural inclination to seek change in the new year.
Jan 2 • Shannon Leyko of Paring Down
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L.E.S.S.: Benefits of minimalism, winter break decluttering, & Nutribullet cups
The L.E.S.S. Express - December 31, 2025
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Maybe We Should All Be Minimalists After All
Is it commendable to walk the line of "too much" and "too little"? Or is walking the line missing the entire point of a life not defined by materialism?
Dec 29, 2025 • Shannon Leyko of Paring Down
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Paring Down
Paring Down
Encouragement to live with less clutter & more intention from Shannon Leyko, host of the top-charting podcast Paring Down.
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