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It's easy to become consumed by the rhythms of our own homes, schools, and schedules - but what happens when we intentionally widen our perspective?
In this episode, Diane sits down with Petra Kooman, Public Relations Principal at Compassion International, to discuss how raising globally minded children can transform not only the way our kids see the world, but also the way we think about enough, generosity, and intentional living.
Drawing from more than a decade of work raising awareness around global poverty and human trafficking, Petra shares how proximity to stories of hardship has reshaped her own approach to leadership, motherhood, and simplicity. Together, they explore practical ways families can cultivate empathy without creating fear, expose children to global issues in age-appropriate ways, and discover that minimalism isn't just about owning less - it's about making more room for compassion and generosity.
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About Petra |
Petra is a mom to William and Sophie and a wife to Andrew. A few years ago, Petra and her family moved to a small town in Ontario, Canada in pursuit of a slower and simpler pace of life. They got what they were looking for: her kids walk uphill to their nearby school almost every day. As a family, they value generosity, faith and adventure. 
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This is a special friend of the Minimalist Moms Podcast — meet the What I Wish I Knew Podcast with BFFs, Amy and Christina! Featured in this episode is guest, Kumiko Love! Kumiko shares how she paid off nearly $80,000 in debt as a single mom and went on to build a multi-million dollar community helping others transform their finances. But this conversation goes far beyond budgets and spreadsheets. Kumiko opens up about her personal journey and why she believes financial freedom starts with knowing who you are and what you truly value. It's an inspiring conversation filled with practical money wisdom, heartfelt reflection, and a reminder to keep a tissue nearby.
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Join me today as I talk to fellow podcaster and author, Miranda Anderson. Our conversation begins with a chat about her year of 'no spending' and we end with her five-step framework for moms to adopt and implement an adventure mindset. My hope is that you walk away from this conversation with clarity of what an adventure mindset looks like in relation to minimalism and contentment with 'less'.
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Book: More Than Enough: How One Family Cultivated A More Abundant Life Through A Year Of Practical Minimalism

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The Minimalist Moms Podcast would not be possible without the support of weekly sponsors. Choosing brands that I believe in is important to me. I only want to recommend brands that I believe may help you in your daily life. As always, never feel pressured into buying anything. Remember: if you don't need it, it's not a good deal!
Enjoy the Podcast?
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For years, Denmark has consistently ranked among the happiest countries in the world. But according to parenting expert and cultural researcher Jessica Joelle Alexander, that happiness isn't about chasing success or avoiding hardship - it's about raising children who feel secure, capable, and comfortable with who they are.
In this episode, Diane sits down with Jessica to discuss her book, The Danish Way Every Day, and the parenting philosophy that has made Denmark a source of fascination for families around the world. After marrying a Dane and noticing stark differences between Danish and American parenting, Jessica set out to understand what was driving those differences—and how they shape children's long-term well-being.
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Previous Episode: [REPLAY] "Cocoa By Candlelight": Creating a Hygge Home | Meik Wiking
Previous Episode: No New Things | Ashlee Piper (EP26)
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Book: The Danish Way Every Day

About Jessica |
Jessica Joelle Alexander is a bestselling author, Danish parenting and education expert, cultural researcher and co-founder of Raising Digital Citizens, an organization dedicated to helping parents and children develop a healthy, balanced relationship with technology.. Her work has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, BBC World News, CBS, Time and many more. She has been a spokesperson for LEGO, writes and researches for UC Berkeley´s Towards Belonging Center, and teaches courses at the University of Copenhagen. She gives talks around the world on parenting, education, and digital wellbeing. She speaks 4 languages and lives in Copenhagen with her husband and 2 children.
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The Minimalist Moms Podcast would not be possible without the support of weekly sponsors. Choosing brands that I believe in is important to me. I only want to recommend brands that I believe may help you in your daily life. As always, never feel pressured into buying anything. Remember: if you don't need it, it's not a good deal!
Enjoy the Podcast?
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You can contact me through my website, find me on Instagram, Pinterest or like The Minimalist Moms Page on Facebook.

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Why do so many moms still feel like they're carrying the weight of the household - even in relationships that strive to be equal?
In this episode, Diane sits down with licensed educator and author Laura Danger to unpack the invisible labor that keeps so many families overwhelmed. From managing schedules and anticipating everyone's needs to carrying the mental and emotional load of a household, Laura explains why domestic inequality persists - even in modern, well-intentioned partnerships.
Drawing from her upcoming book, No More Mediocre, Laura challenges common assumptions about fairness at home and offers practical ways couples can create healthier, more sustainable partnerships. Together, they discuss why care work is real work, how hidden relationship dynamics fuel resentment, and what it looks like to move from keeping score to sharing responsibility.
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Book: No More Mediocre: A Call to Reimagine Our Relationships and Demand More

About Laura |
Laura Danger is a licensed educator, experienced facilitator, and domestic equity advocate known for her clear-eyed take on household labor, care work, and relationship dynamics. With over a decade in education and a background in special education, she brings a practical, inclusive approach to rebalancing the invisible load at home.
As the creator behind thatdarnchat and co-host of the podcast Time to Lean, Laura is a trusted voice for millions navigating modern partnerships, parenting, and burnout. She has worked closely with the Fair Play team and has been featured in HuffPost, InStyle, Business Insider, Wondermind, and more for her expertise on weaponized incompetence and inequity in relationships.
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The Minimalist Moms Podcast would not be possible without the support of weekly sponsors. Choosing brands that I believe in is important to me. I only want to recommend brands that I believe may help you in your daily life. As always, never feel pressured into buying anything. Remember: if you don't need it, it's not a good deal!
Enjoy the Podcast?
Post a review and share it! If you enjoyed tuning into this podcast, then do not hesitate to write a review. You can also share this with your fellow mothers so that they can be inspired to think more and do with less. 
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You can contact me through my website, find me on Instagram, Pinterest or like The Minimalist Moms Page on Facebook.

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