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How Much is Enough? Minimalism, Money & More

September 28, 2026 · 52 min

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Have you ever asked yourself what “enough” really looks like for you?

In this episode, Kelly shares a conversation she recently had with finance writers Emily Batdorf and Cassidy Horton, the podcasters behind The Finance Girlies, who invited her onto their show to talk about minimalism, mindful spending, and how living with less can change the way we think about money.

Together, Kelly, Emily and Cassidy explore the relationship between minimalism and spending, how defining your version of “enough” can help you make more intentional financial decisions, and how easy it can be to spend money on an aspirational version of yourself rather than the life you actually live.

In this conversation, you will learn:

  • What minimalism looks like in her everyday life
  • The financial benefits of living with less
  • How to recognize when you’re spending for yourself versus an aspirational version of yourself
  • How social media and comparison can influence what you think you need
  • Why spending can sometimes leave us feeling anxious or uneasy, and how more intentional habits can help create a greater sense of control
  • Simple ways to create more space between wanting something and buying it
  • Why buying less can help you use less and eventually learn to need less
  • Mindful habits Kelly uses to better manage her own spending
  • How knowing what is enough for you can change the way you approach money

Be inspired to consider what your version of enough looks like, spend with greater intention, and make financial decisions that better reflect your values, priorities and the life that is true to you.


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