Summary: How To Be Happy In A Small Home<br> <br> Choosing to live in a small home is one of the most basic ways we can both reduce our carbon footprints and curb unnecessary spending. Indeed, while living small (not necessarily tiny!) is the epitome of sustainable minimalism, it can be difficult to intentionally embrace less square footage in a culture that suggests bigger is best.<br> It’s a real conundrum: We revere space, but we also revere eco-simplicity. Can we have both?<br> On today’s show I speak with author <a href="https://www.instagram.com/laura.alice.fenton/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Laura Fenton</a>. Laura’s here to explain exactly how she has found daily joy in her 690 square foot apartment with her family and how you can, too.<br> <br> Here’s a preview of this week’s episode:<br> [7:30] The personal and environmental benefits associated with living small<br> [13:45] The nuts and bolts of living in a small space with kids: Making it work<br> [14:50] Tricks of the trade: Practical storage solutions for small homes<br> [24:15] Laura’s words of encouragement for listeners who believe they need a bigger home<br> <br> Resources mentioned in the episode:<br> <br> * <a href="https://amzn.to/3fdiJox" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The Little Book of Living Small </a><br> <br> <br> * A huge thank you to <a href="https://reelpaper.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Reel Paper</a> for sponsoring this week’s episode! Use code SUSTAINABLE at checkout for 25% off your first order.<br> * All I want for my birthday is your podcast reviews! <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-sustainable-minimalists-podcast/id1329830361" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">On the Apple Podcasts app</a>, hit the Library tab, scroll allll the way to the bottom past all prior episodes, then click on the stars to leave a review. (Thank you!)<br> <br> * Want more episodes like this one? Check out <a href="https://mamaminimalist.com/019/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">#019: Tiny Home, Gigantic Life</a>.<br> * Find your tribe. Sustainable Minimalists are on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/SustainableMinimalists/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Facebook,</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mommyminimalist/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Instagram</a> + <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/mommyminimalist/pins/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Pinterest</a>.<br> * NEW FEATURE! Leave a voicemail with your question and I’ll answer it on-air! Here’s how: State your name then leave the show a message at (508) 960-9046. (This new feature only works with audience participation, so don’t be shy!)<br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br>
