Minimalist Moms Podcast | Purposeful Life & Parenting Tips

Today’s kids face more anxiety, stress, and pressure than ever before. In this episode, I sit down with therapists and parenting experts Sissy Goff and David Thomas to talk about the missing piece many parents overlook: capability.
Capable kids believe they can do hard things. They face challenges with confidence, bounce back from setbacks, and keep going when life gets complicated. Drawing from more than fifty years of combined counseling experience, Sissy and David share practical, research-backed strategies to help parents raise confident, resilient kids who can navigate stress and thrive.
Whether you’re parenting young children or teens, this conversation will equip you with tools to build confidence, resilience, and a deep belief in who your child is becoming.
Links Discussed in This Episode |
Checkout the podcast storefront for recommendations from Diane.
Diane's Resource: Minimalist Moms Youtube Channel
David's Resource: Hope Heals
Sissy's Resource: App: Pray As You Go
David Can't Stop Talking About: Book: Theo of Golden
Sissy Can't Stop Talking About: Hootenanny Games
Connect with Sissy & David:
Website: https://www.raisingboysandgirls.com/
Instagram: @RaisingBoysAndGirls and @SissyGoff
Book: Capable: How to Teach Your Kids the Strengths, Skills, and Strategies to Build Resilience

About Sissy + David|
Sissy Goff and David Thomas are parenting experts who have spent over 30 years helping kids and families build confidence and resilience. They serve as Executive Directors of Daystar Counseling Ministries in Nashville and are bestselling authors of over 25 books, including Raising Worry-Free Girls and Raising Emotionally Strong Boys.
They also co-host the popular Raising Boys and Girls podcast, with more than 13 million downloads, encouraging parents to feel less alone and more equipped.
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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!
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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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Going Deeper episodes will be less structured with a more conversational tone. These conversations will focus on interesting people I've come across that share similar values, perspectives and intentions expressed on the Minimalist Moms Podcast.
In this episode, Diane sits down with author and Faherty Brand co-founder Kerry Docherty to talk about her memoir, Selfish, and the idea of redefining what it means to choose yourself. Kerry shares how the concept of “selfishness” emerged during couples therapy, when she realized how much of her life had been shaped by prioritizing others - often at the expense of her own voice and desires. We talk about what it looks like to reconnect with yourself, make choices that feel aligned (even when they’re uncomfortable), and allow every part of who you are to have a place at the table.
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Previous Going Deeper Episodes:
Buzzing with Purpose: Teaching Kids to Protect Pollinators
Building Fount: Business, Family, & the Balance In Between
Ironman Battling Brain Cancer
Unschooling
My Parent is a Hoarder
Links Discussed in This Episode |
Checkout the podcast storefront for recommendations from Diane.
Connect with Kerry:
Website
Instagram
Book: Selfish: Unlearning, Reclaiming, and Telling the Truth

About Kerry|
Kerry Docherty is the author of her memoir SELFISH: Unlearning, Reclaiming, and Telling the Truth and her children's book SOMEWHERE, RIGHT NOW (featured on Dolly Parton's Imagination Library). She is the cofounder of the lifestyle clothing company Faherty Brand and is passionate about community building, sustainability, and creativity. She lives with her husband and two children on the New Jersey shore, where she is constantly looking for sea glass.
Episode Sponsors |
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. 
Order (or review) my book, Minimalist Moms: Living & Parenting With Simplicity.
You can contact me through my website, find me on Instagram, Pinterest or like The Minimalist Moms Page on Facebook.

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* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com
* Check out Boll & Branch: http://bollandbranch.com/minimalist
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In this episode, Diane sits down with executive coach, author, and founder of Career Frame, Carrie Fabris, to talk about redefining success, ambition, and motherhood. After more than 20 years in corporate leadership, Carrie shares two pivotal turning points - one in 2014 that led her toward coaching, and another in 2019 when she realized her career no longer felt aligned. She left corporate just before the pandemic and rebuilt her work in a way that better reflected her values. We talk about her concept of “return on energy,” and why how we spend our energy matters more than how we spend our time.
What You’ll Learn...
Why success needs to be redefined (especially in motherhood)
The concept of “return on energy” and how to apply it
What it really means to be “all in”
How to identify and name your inner critical voice
Why fear can be a helpful signal - not something to avoid
How to build a career that aligns with your values
Practical ways to set boundaries without sacrificing growth
Why stillness and self-trust are essential for clarity 

Links Discussed in This Episode |
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Subscribe to the Minimalist Moms Youtube Channel
Connect with Carrie:
Website
Instagram
Book: All In: A Working Mom's Unapologetic Quest for a Juicy Life

About Carrie|
Carrie Fabris is the founder of CareerFrame, a Dallas-based leadership development and executive coaching firm dedicated to transforming leaders, teams, and organizational culture. She partners with high-performance organizations, including Axios Media, Mouser Electronics, Appfolio, Boingo Wireless, and Expedia, to elevate senior leaders, strengthen leadership teams, and cultivate accountable, thriving workplace cultures.
With over 20 years of corporate experience and 15+ years in leadership roles at Google, Travelocity, Sabre, and Travel Leaders Corporate, Carrie combines real-world business insight with her expertise in CliftonStrengths®, EQ-i 2.0, and Situational Leadership®. Through her signature FRAMEit Method, she delivers high-energy, actionable coaching and workshops that help leaders bridge the gap between achievement and legacy, while maintaining balance, purpose, and impact in their professional and personal lives.
Carrie is also the author of ALL IN: The Working Mom’s Unapologetic Quest for a Juicy Life, sharing her personal journey of navigating corporate ambition, entrepreneurship, and motherhood without compromise. She holds a degree from UT Austin and resides in Dallas with her husband and two children.
Episode Sponsors |
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. 
Order (or review) my book, Minimalist Moms: Living & Parenting With Simplicity.
You can contact me through my website, find me on Instagram, Pinterest or like The Minimalist Moms Page on Facebook.

Our Sponsors:
* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.com/MINIMALIST
* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com
* Check out Boll & Branch: http://bollandbranch.com/minimalist
* Check out Time4Learning: https://www.time4learning.com
* Check out Wayfair: https://www.wayfair.com

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In this episode, Diane sits down with pediatric emergency medicine physician and sexual abuse prevention advocate Dr. Bronwyn Carroll to talk about how parents can approach safety conversations with clarity and confidence. Dr. Carroll explains why these discussions should be treated as standard injury prevention - no different than seatbelts or smoke detectors - and how building a family culture of open communication helps children trust their instincts and speak up when something feels off. This episode offers a straightforward framework for helping kids understand boundaries, build confidence, and stay safe.
Links Discussed in This Episode |
Checkout the podcast storefront for recommendations from Diane.
Subscribe to the Minimalist Moms Youtube Channel
Previous Episode: A Proactive Approach to Talking with Your Teen About Pornography | Parker Hymas (EP15)
Previous Episode: Good Pictures Bad Pictures | Kristen Jenson (EP14)
Previous Episode: Online Safety for Families: Expert Advice from a Former NSA Cybersecurity Pro | Ben Gillenwater (EP410)
Article: Doctor's Orders: Your Kids Don't Have to Hug Anyone
Connect with Dr. Carroll:
Website
Instagram

About Dr. Bronwen Carroll|
 Dr. Bronwen Carroll is a pediatric emergency medicine physician at Boston Medical Center and Assistant Professor of Pediatrics at Boston University Chobanian and Avedisian School of Medicine. She is a mother of four and the author of the forthcoming book, We Need To Be Talking About This(anticipated in fall 2027), which provides families with guidance about how to talk to our kids about preventing sexual abuse.
Episode Sponsors |
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. 
Order (or review) my book, Minimalist Moms: Living & Parenting With Simplicity.
You can contact me through my website, find me on Instagram, Pinterest or like The Minimalist Moms Page on Facebook.

Our Sponsors:
* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.com/MINIMALIST
* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com
* Check out Boll & Branch: http://bollandbranch.com/minimalist
* Check out Time4Learning: https://www.time4learning.com
* Check out Wayfair: https://www.wayfair.com

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In this episode, Diane sits down with Vida Delrahim, co-founder of WeNatal and former Nike Senior Marketing Director, to talk about rethinking fertility, hormone health, and family wellness. After experiencing miscarriage and navigating parenthood later in life, Vida shifted her focus from brand marketing to reproductive health, with a mission to move the conversation from “me” to “we.” We discuss why fertility is not just about getting pregnant, but a foundation for long-term hormone balance, energy, and emotional wellbeing - even beyond the childbearing years. Vida shares how nutrient depletion, stress, and lack of recovery can contribute to burnout for moms, and offers simple, sustainable ways to support your health without adding more to your plate. We also talk about why fertility and hormone health should be a shared responsibility between partners, and how small, intentional habits can shape the long-term health of your entire family.
Links Discussed in This Episode |
Checkout the podcast storefront for recommendations from Diane.
Connect with Vida:
Website
Instagram
Head over to wenatal.com/MINIMALISTMOMS to start your WeNatal routine today and receive a free magnesium supplement ($30 value) with your first prenatal subscription.

About Vida Delrahim|
Vida Delrahim is a WeNatal Co-Founder with 20+ years of leadership in Brand Marketing. Building campaigns from the ground up as the Senior Marketing Director at Nike, she’s responsible for executing numerous high-profile endeavors including the Nike Women's Marathon, World Cup, and Nike Women Los Angeles. Vida’s experience with bringing stories of strength & empowerment to light shifted to the fertility space when her own personal journey with loss led her to redefine how parents-to-be navigate the world of reproductive health. As she transforms the fertility narrative from me to we with premium prenatal company WeNatal, she also cherishes family time off the grid - staying active with her husband and two daughters.
Episode Sponsors |
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. 
Order (or review) my book, Minimalist Moms: Living & Parenting With Simplicity.
You can contact me through my website, find me on Instagram, Pinterest or like The Minimalist Moms Page on Facebook.

Our Sponsors:
* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.com/MINIMALIST
* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com
* Check out Boll & Branch: http://bollandbranch.com/minimalist
* Check out Time4Learning: https://www.time4learning.com
* Check out Wayfair: https://www.wayfair.com

Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy