Being Rich in What Matters w/ Julia Ubbenga
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On today’s episode…
Dr. Kelly Cagle sits down with Julia Ubbenga for a powerful conversation on the journey to minimalism—especially as a mom. Julia opens up about her battle with clutter, its impact on her mental health, and how embracing simplicity transformed her life. Tune in for practical insights and inspiration to create a calmer, more intentional home!
Insights
Summary
In this conversation, Kelly Cagle and Julia Ubbenga discuss the journey of minimalism, particularly in the context of motherhood. Julia shares her personal experiences with clutter, mental health, and the transformative power of decluttering. They explore the emotional connections to possessions, the impact of clutter on mental well-being, and practical strategies for parents to teach their children about minimalism. The discussion emphasizes the importance of gratitude in letting go of items and offers actionable steps for creating a peaceful home environment.
About Julia Ubbenga
Julia is a writer, wife, and mother of five. She believe’s the secret to rich living has nothing to do with financial wealth. She believes the most important things in life aren’t things. And now she’s on a journey to not just believe this, but live it. To be rich in what matters.
Takeaways
Julia Ubbenga is a mom of five and a minimalist.
Minimalism can lead to maximum joy and less stress.
Clutter can negatively impact mental health, especially for moms.
Teaching kids about minimalism involves giving them ownership.
Overcoming guilt in decluttering can be achieved through gratitude.
Starting with the most stressful areas of the home is key.
Small, consistent efforts can lead to significant changes.
Creating a peaceful home environment is essential for well-being.
Possessions should be viewed as transient, not permanent.
Living with intention helps in making better choices about what to keep.
HEY THERE! I’M DR. CAGLE… DO YOU NEED HELP WITH CREATING GREAT HABITS???
Parenting is hard work. It requires tons of boundaries, daily consistency, so much awareness, as well as lots of patience, grace, wisdom, and filters. Combine that hefty list with all of life’s demands and others’ voice may become louder than yours in your child’s life, increasing their anxiety, fears, and doubts.
Healthy parenting is about seeing yourself as your child’s #1 teacher, saying the right words (or nothing at all) at the right time, and having the right tools to be intentional and impactful. Guessing your way through life, which is what most parents do, is a recipe for failure, but following the lead of someone who has two decades of research-based information and fully understands the demands of parenthood is a recipe for a full life— for you and your child.
With a PhD in education, I’m here to teach you how to use daily moments are learning opportunities so you raise confident and competent lifelong learners that thrive in an ever-changing world.
Additionally, I offer workshops and keynotes on various topics to parents, educators, students, and business leaders— because the need to understand, support, and empower learners is everywhere..
