The Simplified Podcast with Emily Ley
Want to simplify your life? Creator of The Simplified Planner® Emily Ley and co-hosts Laura Kashner and Liz Holtzman invite you to organize and automate the complicated parts of life, so you can truly focus on what matters most.
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Emily and Team Simplified have *loved* connecting with you for the last three years on The Simplified Podcast. Starting in January 2024, the place to hear from Emily each week will be on her Substack!
At the Emily Ley Substack, you'll get 3 posts from Emily each week, filled with tips and resources—and now, a community!—on how to simplify your life so you can make space for growth, along with margin for what matters most.
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Holiday cheer doesn't mean breaking the bank! This week, Emily's sharing a few ways you can set a doable budget to help you spend more mindfully in this special season—and how to choose where to flex and add a little extra holiday magic in places that matter most to you.
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Instead enjoying the peace of this special time of year, it often feels like we're pushed and pulled to do more, more, more. Or, if we're experiencing hard things, it seems like holiday happiness is mandatory and there's no room for our grief. So what's really "enough" at the holidays? Emily shares a few ways to find "enough" and sit in the warm glow of hope, even when we're struggling.
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Holiday cheer doesn't mean breaking the bank! This week, Emily's sharing a few ways you can set a doable budget to help you spend more mindfully in this special season—and how to choose where to flex and add a little extra holiday magic in places that matter most to you.
*Make gift giving easy on yourself—get her a Simplified Gift Card! https://www.emilyley.com/collections/gift-cards
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Want to opt out of holiday travel stress? Us too. When it comes to having a smoother holiday travel experience, two things will help you out: a little planning and a lot of Starbucks. This week, Liz helps us think about those pesky details we often overlook whether we're planning to hop in the car or on a plane for the holidays so we can say "bye!" to stress and "hello!" to holiday joy a bit sooner.
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During the holidays, taking care of ourselves often gets put on the back burner so we can take care of all the magic. But as Liz reminds us, there are small ways we can care for ourselves and our emotional wellness that don't take up too much time or energy. And it's only when we care for ourselves that we have the capacity to experience the joy and abundance of the season.
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Thanksgiving sides are delicious—but they don't have to be complicated! Laura's sharing five of the easiest, hands-off recipes to get some tasty potatoes, veggies, and more onto your table in a flash.
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What do you get your BFF who already owns *everything* at Sephora? Your MIL who loves to play pickleball? Your niece who loves to travel? Your mom who loves a good charcuterie? Emily and Mimi Striplin, founder of The Tiny Tassel, have gift recs that all your ladies will love to unwrap (and use!) this holiday season.
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When should you thaw out the turkey? Which pantry items should you restock before everyone arrives for the big holiday? And what's the best way to help overnight guests feel cozy and at home? Friends, don't worry—Emily's done the big thinking for you! She's sharing her Ultimate Holiday Checklist to help you remember how to prep for the Big Day: small things you can do now, steps to complete a few days before the holida...
Have you started feeling any holiday overwhelm yet? 🙋♀️ The struggle is real, y'all. But before you get tangled up in tinsel, remember: you can give yourself permission to choose what matters most to you this holiday season, and forget the rest! This week, Liz has five ways to Simplify the Season starting *today* so that you can feel bit more joy and a lot less stress immediately. From choosing ways to go "the simple...
Getting the rest your body needs is *essential* to taking good care of yourself. That's what Emily's discovered. And this week, she's celebrating the release of her brand-new book Near in the Night by sharing how you can find your way to rest more easily too! From transforming your bedroom into a soothing space, to incorporating a few easy steps to lead your mind into a place of relaxation, this fifteen-minute episode ...
Do you ever have trouble falling asleep—or waking up at 3 AM with worries that just won't leave? Same, girl, same. In this revealing episode, Emily opens up about her longtime struggles with nighttime anxiety, and offers some tangible tips to calm your heart and mind so you can get the rest you need.
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Emily's going to help you make your Halloween scary simple! From simple to-do's you can check off now, to ways you can simplify the treats and costumes and parties, this tip-filled episode will help you prioritize all the fun of spooky season—and leave behind those energy vampires behind.
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Fall clothes are the best clothes. 🍂 From sweaters and knits, to boots and jackets and beyond, cooler weather lets us ease into cozier side of our wardrobes. Liz and Laura are giving a peek into their closets and tell us the pieces they reach for year after year. They also give tips on how to transition from warm days to cool nights, the cutest items and color palettes that are trending right now, the best sweater sha...
Puppies are adorable—and a handful. 🐶 No one knows this better than Emily and her husband Bryan! Emily and Bryan share the hilarious journey of integrating Walter the schnoodle puppy into their family. If you've ever had a puppy, you'll definitely sympathize with Walter's antics (hide your shoes, you guys). And if you're thinking about getting a puppy, listen for training wins and fails, and why adding a dog to your f...
Can you use your Simplified Planner beyond scheduling and checking off your To-Do's? The answer is: absolutely YES!
Emily's turning the spotlight on YOU, the Simplified Sisterhood, and discovering how you use your Simplified Planners in the coolest ways. Learn how your fellow sisters leverage their planners for everything from planning vacations and keeping kitchen renovations on track, to holiday prep a...
Fall is back—and so is football! 🏈🍿 Whether you're a die-hard fan or just here for the food, get ready to tackle Game Day like a champ!
If you're a football newbie, Emily and Laura break down the basics of the game so you can follow the fun. But Game Day's not just about football; it's also about the food! From mouthwatering dips to savory sandwiches, tailgating traditions, chili debates, and delectabl...
Is it basic to have fall as your favorite season? Yes. Do we care? Absolutely not. This week, Liz and Laura are sharing alllll the things they've bought and loved for fall recently: the beauty, the decor, the holiday and winter prep—everything from magical to practical. #PSLforlife
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Do you ever wish you could go back and tell your Past Self something? Maybe to slow down, or to care for herself in a tender and loving way? Maybe to take that chance, or go after that job, or let go of that guy (and the gaucho pants) that aren't serving her? In this moving episode, Liz and Laura chat about the decade that helped them grow into the women they are today, and the wise lessons they learned and earned alon...
When you become a parent, no one tells you how much time and energy—and, let's be real, money—you're going to spend on your child's extracurricular activities, especially sports. Is playing a sport even worth it? As a former athlete and current proud Sports Mom, Laura says YES! This week, she's sharing why the commitment to play a sport is so worthwhile for kids. From learning how to push yourself, to being a helpful t...
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