Paring Down: Realistic minimalism, decluttering, & intentional living
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Paring Down is a podcast about realistic minimalism, decluttering, and intentional living. Host Shannon Leyko offers a friendly, best-friend-style approach to overcoming mental roadblocks that prevent people from letting go of unneeded possessions. The show features interviews with New York Times bestselling authors and everyday people who share practical tips and mindset advice for self-improvement. It addresses common questions like where to start decluttering, how to manage when feeling overwhelmed, and how to handle decluttering with ADHD. The goal is to reduce stress, save money, and create a calmer, more intentional home.
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218: Capsule Wardrobes, Funny Pageant Memories, & My Real Thoughts About Social Media 01.10.2026 19minHere's what you'll find in this week's mini episode, a.k.a. Chai Chat! I answer: 1. Do you have a capsule wardrobe? 2. What is your silliest memory from pageant life? Listener recommendation of the week: Solve for Happy: Engineer Your Path to Joy by Mo Gawdat MENTIONED THIS EPISODE: Ep 162: Stop Overshopping for Good and Finally Declutter Your Clothes with Lauren Morley Ep 129: How to Declutter Your Closet What to Do with Clothes that Don't Currently Fit PARING DOWN (SHANNON LEYKO): PREORDER MY BOOK, Don't Save the Good Stuff, HERE! Coming April 2027. Join the special book email list for behind-the-scenes and opportunities to help get the word out! Sign up for my newsletter! The L.E.S.S. Express Website: www.shannonleyko.com Instagram: @shannonleyko TikTok: @shannon_leyko Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@shannonleyko Facebook: www.facebook.com/shannonleyko.paringdown Substack: Blog & Additional Support (free trial!) TAKE THE QUIZ!! "What's Your Decluttering Type?" & receive a customized playlist with 10 episodes of Paring Down for your exact needs. PARING DOWN RESOURCES: CLICK HERE for free checklist, hacks, worksheet, & more! SPONSORS: $300 off Air Doctor Pro air purifier: https://airdoctorpro.com/ - Use code PARING 20% off your first subscription order of AG1 Next Gen or AG1 Pro at drinkag1.com/paring Join Wayfair Rewards today to get 5% back on every purchase: https://www.wayfair.com/ Ethical, luxury women's clothing at Quince.com/paring for 365-day returns, plus free shipping on your order! Zenni Optical offers beautiful eye glasses starting at just $30- (https://zenni.com/PODCAST) use code PODCAST15 for 15% off your first order Make custom gifts with Zazzle - save 25% on your first order (https://Zazzle.com) 20% OFF any AquaTru water purifier when you go to AquaTru.com and use promo code PARING Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices -
217: Our Adoption Story: An In Depth Breakdown of How Adoption Works 30.09.2026 57minWhy didn't we choose international adoption? Do we have an open adoption? What about children waiting to be adopted in foster care? How long did the process take? What does adoption cost? How do you know if you're doing it ethically? How do you talk about adoption with your kids? Today, I'm answering these questions and more as we kick off our 10-week Good Stuff series all about why family matters. I figured it was a good time to share a bit more about my own family (while maintaining the highest privacy and respect for both my son and his first family). I hope we can all remember that families look and form differently, and that if you or someone you know is considering adoption, this episode can be a good resource to learn more! PARING DOWN (SHANNON LEYKO): PREORDER MY BOOK, Don't Save the Good Stuff, HERE! Coming April 2027. Join the special book email list for behind-the-scenes and opportunities to help get the word out! Sign up for my newsletter! The L.E.S.S. Express Website: www.shannonleyko.com Instagram: @shannonleyko TikTok: @shannon_leyko Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@shannonleyko Facebook: www.facebook.com/shannonleyko.paringdown Substack: Blog & Additional Support (free trial!) TAKE THE QUIZ!! "What's Your Decluttering Type?" & receive a customized playlist with 10 episodes of Paring Down for your exact needs. PARING DOWN RESOURCES: CLICK HERE for free checklist, hacks, worksheet, & more! SPONSORS: 10% off with YOTO- yotoplay.com and use my code PARING to save 10% off all eligible items 20% off your first subscription order of AG1 Next Gen or AG1 Pro at drinkag1.com/paring Join Wayfair Rewards today to get 5% back on every purchase: https://www.wayfair.com/ Ethical, luxury women's clothing at Quince.com/paring for 365-day returns, plus free shipping on your order! Zenni Optical offers beautiful eye glasses starting at just $30- (https://zenni.com/PODCAST) use code PODCAST15 for 15% off your first order 20% OFF any AquaTru water purifier when you go to AquaTru.com and use promo code PARING $300 off Air Doctor Pro air purifier: https://airdoctorpro.com/ - Use code PARING Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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216: The Full Story Behind My Burnout 29.09.2026 55minToday's a more personal episode. When I shared on social media that I'm feeling a little burned out, I got a huge reaction from people. So I wanted to share what's going on behind the scenes in my life in hopes that it helps you feel less alone during seasons of burnout in your own life. MENTIONED THIS EPISODE: Ep 117: Renewed Excitement for the Benefits of Minimalism PARING DOWN (SHANNON LEYKO): PREORDER MY BOOK, Don't Save the Good Stuff, HERE! Coming April 2027. Join the special book email list for behind-the-scenes and opportunities to help get the word out! Sign up for my newsletter! The L.E.S.S. Express Website: www.shannonleyko.com Instagram: @shannonleyko TikTok: @shannon_leyko Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@shannonleyko Facebook: www.facebook.com/shannonleyko.paringdown Substack: Blog & Additional Support (free trial!) TAKE THE QUIZ!! "What's Your Decluttering Type?" & receive a customized playlist with 10 episodes of Paring Down for your exact needs. PARING DOWN RESOURCES: CLICK HERE for free checklist, hacks, worksheet, & more! SPONSORS: 10% off with YOTO- yotoplay.com and use my code PARING to save 10% off all eligible items 20% off your first subscription order of AG1 Next Gen or AG1 Pro at drinkag1.com/paring Join Wayfair Rewards today to get 5% back on every purchase: https://www.wayfair.com/ Ethical, luxury women's clothing at Quince.com/paring for 365-day returns, plus free shipping on your order! Zenni Optical offers beautiful eye glasses starting at just $30- (https://zenni.com/PODCAST) use code PODCAST15 for 15% off your first order 20% OFF any AquaTru water purifier when you go to AquaTru.com and use promo code PARING $300 off Air Doctor Pro air purifier: https://airdoctorpro.com/ - Use code PARING Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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215: My Opinion on Decluttering "Right" the First Time, 5 Seconds of Me Singing Opera, & Rain Gear 24.09.2026 15minHere's what you'll find in this week's mini episode, a.k.a. Chai Chat! I answer: 1. What do you think of the quote “If you don’t have the time to do it right the first time, when will you have time to do it over” as it relates to decluttering? 2. Were or are you in a choir? Listener recommendation of the week: Earth Rangers Podcast for kids MENTIONED THIS EPISODE: Ep 121: What to Do with Everything You Declutter Ep 48: Decluttering Books as a Book Lover PARING DOWN (SHANNON LEYKO): PREORDER MY BOOK, Don't Save the Good Stuff, HERE! Coming April 2027. Join the special book email list for behind-the-scenes and opportunities to help get the word out! Sign up for my newsletter! The L.E.S.S. Express Website: www.shannonleyko.com Instagram: @shannonleyko TikTok: @shannon_leyko Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@shannonleyko Facebook: www.facebook.com/shannonleyko.paringdown Substack: Blog & Additional Support (free trial!) TAKE THE QUIZ!! "What's Your Decluttering Type?" & receive a customized playlist with 10 episodes of Paring Down for your exact needs. PARING DOWN RESOURCES: CLICK HERE for free checklist, hacks, worksheet, & more! SPONSORS: $300 off Air Doctor Pro air purifier: https://airdoctorpro.com/ - Use code PARING 20% off your first subscription order of AG1 Next Gen or AG1 Pro at drinkag1.com/paring Join Wayfair Rewards today to get 5% back on every purchase: https://www.wayfair.com/ Ethical, luxury women's clothing at Quince.com/paring for 365-day returns, plus free shipping on your order! Zenni Optical offers beautiful eye glasses starting at just $30- (https://zenni.com/PODCAST) use code PODCAST15 for 15% off your first order Make custom gifts with Zazzle - save 25% on your first order (https://Zazzle.com) 20% OFF any AquaTru water purifier when you go to AquaTru.com and use promo code PARING Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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214: Nutrition Myths Debunked: Stanford's Dr. Christopher Gardner on the Science Behind What We Eat 23.09.2026 46minThere's so much noise out there about what we should eat, so I had the HONOR of going directly to the leading global expert of nutrition science, Dr. Christopher Gardner. Dr. Gardner is Stanford's Director of Nutrition Studies, former chair of the American Heart Association's Nutrition Committee, and has led more than twenty large-scale randomized clinical trials related to what we eat. You might remember him from Netflix's You Are What You Eat: A Twin Experiment! In this episode, Dr. Gardner breaks down the real science behind nutrition guidelines and recommendations, exposes which popular diet claims have zero scientific backing, and helps separate credible nutrition research from social media noise. Here are just a few specifics we discuss: How much protein you actually need The 4 foods worth focusing on in your diet Whether eggs are really bad for your heart Dr. Gardner has spent his career studying the science of nutrition — so if you want evidence-based answers about what you should really be eating, don't miss this episode. DR. CHRISTOPHER GARDNER Viral Amino Acid Heat Map (figure 1 in this article) PARING DOWN (SHANNON LEYKO): PREORDER MY BOOK, Don't Save the Good Stuff, HERE! Coming April 2027. Join the special book email list for behind-the-scenes and opportunities to help get the word out! Sign up for my newsletter! The L.E.S.S. Express Website: www.shannonleyko.com Instagram: @shannonleyko TikTok: @shannon_leyko Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@shannonleyko Facebook: www.facebook.com/shannonleyko.paringdown Substack: Blog & Additional Support (free trial!) TAKE THE QUIZ!! "What's Your Decluttering Type?" & receive a customized playlist with 10 episodes of Paring Down for your exact needs. PARING DOWN RESOURCES: CLICK HERE for free checklist, hacks, worksheet, & more! SPONSORS: $300 off Air Doctor Pro air purifier: https://airdoctorpro.com/ - Use code PARING 20% off your first subscription order of AG1 Next Gen or AG1 Pro at drinkag1.com/paring Join Wayfair Rewards today to get 5% back on every purchase: https://www.wayfair.com/ Ethical, luxury women's clothing at Quince.com/paring for 365-day returns, plus free shipping on your order! Zenni Optical offers beautiful eye glasses starting at just $30- (https://zenni.com/PODCAST) use code PODCAST15 for 15% off your first order Make custom gifts with Zazzle - save 25% on your first order (https://Zazzle.com) 20% OFF any AquaTru water purifier when you go to AquaTru.com and use promo code PARING Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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213: 5 Clutter Traps That Make Decluttering Never-Ending 22.09.2026 43minWho here throws in an extra purchase to get free shipping? Today, we're covering 5 major clutter traps that feel smart at the time, but end up bogging down our house (and clearing out our wallets). Decluttering doesn't have to feel never-ending, so listen in to figure out which trap has been working on you, and how to stop it for good. MENTIONED THIS EPISODE: Ep 141: Where to Start Decluttering (or Start Again) Ep 52: Getting Past the "Wasted Money" When Decluttering Ep 32: Finding the Time to Declutter Ep 5: Decluttering Sentimental Items Ep 110: Is Overconsumption That Big of a Deal? Ep 177: How to Avoid Decision Fatigue When Decluttering Ep 48: Decluttering Books as a Book Lover PARING DOWN (SHANNON LEYKO): PREORDER MY BOOK, Don't Save the Good Stuff, HERE! Coming April 2027. Join the special book email list for behind-the-scenes and opportunities to help get the word out! Sign up for my newsletter! The L.E.S.S. Express Website: www.shannonleyko.com Instagram: @shannonleyko TikTok: @shannon_leyko Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@shannonleyko Facebook: www.facebook.com/shannonleyko.paringdown Substack: Blog & Additional Support (free trial!) TAKE THE QUIZ!! "What's Your Decluttering Type?" & receive a customized playlist with 10 episodes of Paring Down for your exact needs. PARING DOWN RESOURCES: CLICK HERE for free checklist, hacks, worksheet, & more! SPONSORS: $300 off Air Doctor Pro air purifier: https://airdoctorpro.com/ - Use code PARING 20% off your first subscription order of AG1 Next Gen or AG1 Pro at drinkag1.com/paring Join Wayfair Rewards today to get 5% back on every purchase: https://www.wayfair.com/ Ethical, luxury women's clothing at Quince.com/paring for 365-day returns, plus free shipping on your order! Zenni Optical offers beautiful eye glasses starting at just $30- (https://zenni.com/PODCAST) use code PODCAST15 for 15% off your first order Make custom gifts with Zazzle - save 25% on your first order (https://Zazzle.com) 20% OFF any AquaTru water purifier when you go to AquaTru.com and use promo code PARING Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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212: Memories Attached to Stuff, Update After My Son Swallowed a Quarter, & Plant Lovers 17.09.2026 17minHere's what you'll find in this week's mini episode, a.k.a. Chai Chat! I answer: 1. Sentimental stuff is so hard. When it is gone the memory is gone. What do I do? 2. What is the update about your son after he swallowed a quarter recently? Listener recommendation of the week: Flik Flak kids watches by Swatch MENTIONED THIS EPISODE: Ep 5: Decluttering Sentimental Items PARING DOWN (SHANNON LEYKO): PREORDER MY BOOK, Don't Save the Good Stuff, HERE! Coming April 2027. Join the special book email list for behind-the-scenes and opportunities to help get the word out! Sign up for my newsletter! The L.E.S.S. Express Website: www.shannonleyko.com Instagram: @shannonleyko TikTok: @shannon_leyko Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@shannonleyko Facebook: www.facebook.com/shannonleyko.paringdown Substack: Blog & Additional Support (free trial!) TAKE THE QUIZ!! "What's Your Decluttering Type?" & receive a customized playlist with 10 episodes of Paring Down for your exact needs. PARING DOWN RESOURCES: CLICK HERE for free checklist, hacks, worksheet, & more! SPONSORS: 20% OFF any AquaTru water purifier when you go to AquaTru.com and use promo code PARING 20% off your first subscription order of AG1 Next Gen or AG1 Pro at drinkag1.com/paring Join Wayfair Rewards today to get 5% back on every purchase: https://www.wayfair.com/ Ethical, luxury women's clothing at Quince.com/paring for 365-day returns, plus free shipping on your order! Zenni Optical offers beautiful eye glasses starting at just $30- (https://zenni.com/PODCAST) use code PODCAST15 for 15% off your first order Make custom gifts with Zazzle - save 25% on your first order (https://Zazzle.com) $300 off Air Doctor Pro air purifier: https://airdoctorpro.com/ - Use code PARING Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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211: The Effective, Accessible Remedy for a Struggling Mind with Rio Wilson 16.09.2026 46minI wanted someone who isn't just pointing out that movement is good for our mental health, but who's actually doing something to help us bridge that gap. So today we have the pleasure of hearing from Rio Wilson, licensed counselor and founder of the Brain-Body Therapy app. She joins me to unpack the connection between our brains and our bodies. I share about a wild time when moving my body helped me get over a major heartbreak, and Rio walks us through which types of movement works best for different mental health conditions, where to start, and more. RIO WILSON: Brain-Body Therapy App in the App Store Brain-Body Therapy App in Google Play Rio’s Website: https://brain-bodytherapy.com/ Instagram: @brainbodytherapy Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brainbodytherapyapp PARING DOWN (SHANNON LEYKO): PREORDER MY BOOK, Don't Save the Good Stuff, HERE! Coming April 2027. Join my special book email list for behind-the-scenes and opportunities to help get the word out! Sign up for my newsletter! The L.E.S.S. Express Website: www.shannonleyko.com Instagram: @shannonleyko TikTok: @shannon_leyko Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@shannonleyko Facebook: www.facebook.com/shannonleyko.paringdown Substack: Blog & Additional Support (free trial!) TAKE THE QUIZ!! "What's Your Decluttering Type?" & receive a customized playlist with 10 episodes of Paring Down for your exact needs. PARING DOWN RESOURCES: CLICK HERE for free checklist, hacks, worksheet, & more! SPONSORS: 20% OFF any AquaTru water purifier when you go to AquaTru.com and use promo code PARING Have someone take your clutter! Book your free in-person estimate today at 1800gotjunk.com or call 1-800-468-5865 20% off your first subscription order of AG1 Next Gen or AG1 Pro at drinkag1.com/paring Join Wayfair Rewards today to get 5% back on every purchase: https://www.wayfair.com/ Ethical, luxury women's clothing at Quince.com/paring for 365-day returns, plus free shipping on your order! Zenni Optical offers beautiful eye glasses starting at just $30- (https://zenni.com/PODCAST) use code PODCAST15 for 15% off your first order Make custom gifts with Zazzle - save 25% on your first order (https://Zazzle.com) $300 off Air Doctor Pro air purifier: https://airdoctorpro.com/ - Use code PARING Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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210: Saying No to Tempting New Things with New York Times Editor, Eric Athas 15.09.2026 51minNew York Times editor and author Eric Athas joins me today to explore why we’re so drawn to new things, and the way our modern world has amplified our desire for more. We cover... The present bias The "new thing gap" The good kind of novelty vs. the detrimental kind And more! If you ever get carried away in excitement about new things you probably don't actually need...do not miss this one! ERIC ATHAS: His book, Saying No to New: www.sayingnotonew.com Substack: https://ericathas.com/newsletter Join my special book email list for behind-the-scenes and opportunities to help get the word out! PARING DOWN (SHANNON LEYKO): PREORDER MY BOOK, Don't Save the Good Stuff, HERE! Coming April 2027. Sign up for my newsletter! The L.E.S.S. Express Website: www.shannonleyko.com Instagram: @shannonleyko TikTok: @shannon_leyko Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@shannonleyko Facebook: www.facebook.com/shannonleyko.paringdown Substack: Blog & Additional Support (free trial!) TAKE THE QUIZ!! "What's Your Decluttering Type?" & receive a customized playlist with 10 episodes of Paring Down for your exact needs. PARING DOWN RESOURCES: CLICK HERE for free checklist, hacks, worksheet, & more! SPONSORS: 20% OFF any AquaTru water purifier when you go to AquaTru.com and use promo code PARING Have someone take your clutter! Book your free in-person estimate today at 1800gotjunk.com or call 1-800-468-5865 20% off your first subscription order of AG1 Next Gen or AG1 Pro at drinkag1.com/paring Join Wayfair Rewards today to get 5% back on every purchase: https://www.wayfair.com/ Ethical, luxury women's clothing at Quince.com/paring for 365-day returns, plus free shipping on your order! Zenni Optical offers beautiful eye glasses starting at just $30- (https://zenni.com/PODCAST) use code PODCAST15 for 15% off your first order Make custom gifts with Zazzle - save 25% on your first order (https://Zazzle.com) $300 off Air Doctor Pro air purifier: https://airdoctorpro.com/ - Use code PARING Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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209: What "Just In Case" Items to Keep & the Time I Recorded a Music Album in India 10.09.2026 23minHere's what you'll find in this week's mini episode, a.k.a. Chai Chat! I answer: 1. Are there any valid reasons for keeping something just in case? 2. What are some of the most random things you’ve seen/done on your travels? Listener recommendation of the week: The Lazy Genius Podcast by Kendra Adachi MENTIONED THIS EPISODE: Ep 52: Getting Past the "Wasted Money" When Decluttering Ep 70: Is Decluttering Just for the Financially Secure? with Aubrey High Ep 5: Decluttering Sentimental Items PARING DOWN (SHANNON LEYKO): PREORDER MY BOOK, Don't Save the Good Stuff, HERE! Coming April 2027. Join the special book email list for behind-the-scenes and opportunities to help get the word out! Sign up for my newsletter! The L.E.S.S. Express Website: www.shannonleyko.com Instagram: @shannonleyko TikTok: @shannon_leyko Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@shannonleyko Facebook: www.facebook.com/shannonleyko.paringdown Substack: Blog & Additional Support (free trial!) TAKE THE QUIZ!! "What's Your Decluttering Type?" & receive a customized playlist with 10 episodes of Paring Down for your exact needs. PARING DOWN RESOURCES: CLICK HERE for free checklist, hacks, worksheet, & more! SPONSORS: 20% off your first subscription order of AG1 Next Gen or AG1 Pro at drinkag1.com/paring Have someone take your clutter! Book your free in-person estimate today at 1800gotjunk.com or call 1-800-468-5865 Join Wayfair Rewards today to get 5% back on every purchase: https://www.wayfair.com/ Ethical, luxury women's clothing at Quince.com/paring for 365-day returns, plus free shipping on your order! Get 15% off your first order of organic bedsheets and more at Boll & Branch (https://BollAndBranch.com/paring) plus free shipping with code PARING Zenni Optical offers beautiful eye glasses starting at just $30- (https://zenni.com/PODCAST) use code PODCAST15 for 15% off your first order Green Chef is the leading sustainable meal kit - (https://Greenchef.com/50paring) use code 50paring to get 50% off your first month, then 20% off for two months Make custom gifts with Zazzle - save 25% on your first order (https://Zazzle.com) K12 Powered Schools offers tuition-free virtual public school- Enroll online today (https://K12.com/paring) 20% OFF any AquaTru water purifier when you go to AquaTru.com and use promo code PARING $300 off Air Doctor Pro air purifier: https://airdoctorpro.com/ - Use code PARING Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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208: Can We Survive without Smart Phones? with Andrew Dugan 09.09.2026 41minWhat happens when you stop letting your phone dictate your attention? Andrew Dugan joins me to share his journey from smartphone dependency to creating a minimalist smartwatch—and we explore how technology can affect our mental health, focus, sleep, and relationships. If you’ve ever felt like your devices take more than they give, this conversation offers a fresh perspective on using technology more intentionally rather than trying to get rid of it completely. ANDREW DUGAN: Visit RIST.WATCH to order the simplified smartwatch PARING DOWN (SHANNON LEYKO): PREORDER MY BOOK, Don't Save the Good Stuff, HERE! Coming April 2027. Join the special book email list for behind-the-scenes and opportunities to help get the word out! Sign up for my newsletter! The L.E.S.S. Express Website: www.shannonleyko.com Instagram: @shannonleyko TikTok: @shannon_leyko Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@shannonleyko Facebook: www.facebook.com/shannonleyko.paringdown Substack: Blog & Additional Support (free trial!) TAKE THE QUIZ!! "What's Your Decluttering Type?" & receive a customized playlist with 10 episodes of Paring Down for your exact needs. PARING DOWN RESOURCES: CLICK HERE for free checklist, hacks, worksheet, & more! SPONSORS: 20% off your first subscription order of AG1 Next Gen or AG1 Pro at drinkag1.com/paring Have someone take your clutter! Book your free in-person estimate today at 1800gotjunk.com or call 1-800-468-5865 Join Wayfair Rewards today to get 5% back on every purchase: https://www.wayfair.com/ Ethical, luxury women's clothing at Quince.com/paring for 365-day returns, plus free shipping on your order! Get 15% off your first order of organic bedsheets and more at Boll & Branch (https://BollAndBranch.com/paring) plus free shipping with code PARING Zenni Optical offers beautiful eye glasses starting at just $30- (https://zenni.com/PODCAST) use code PODCAST15 for 15% off your first order Green Chef is the leading sustainable meal kit - (https://Greenchef.com/50paring) use code 50paring to get 50% off your first month, then 20% off for two months Make custom gifts with Zazzle - save 25% on your first order (https://Zazzle.com) K12 Powered Schools offers tuition-free virtual public school- Enroll online today (https://K12.com/paring) 20% OFF any AquaTru water purifier when you go to AquaTru.com and use promo code PARING $300 off Air Doctor Pro air purifier: https://airdoctorpro.com/ - Use code PARING Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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207: My Involuntary Staunch Minimalism in Finland 08.09.2026 42minFinally—I'm recording from our brand new home in Rauma, Finland! And I'm spilling all the details about our first month living with (almost) none of our stuff while it makes its slow journey across the ocean! So come hang out with me while I figure out life in a new country, one borrowed towel at a time! MENTIONED THIS EPISODE: MY BOOK: Don't Save the Good Stuff Get your FREE ticket to Get Organized HQ Virtual Summit Ep 19: Decluttering as a Couple with my husband, Aaron Leyko Ep 102: Creating Systems to Be Productive Toward What Matters with Chelsi Jo Ep 186: Decluttering Your House is Only the Beginning of a Better Life with Suzanne Searcy Johnson Ep 81: The Art of Making Friends & How it Helps Us Declutter Ep 175: Combating Loneliness by Rethinking the Suburban Neighborhood with Eli Spevak PARING DOWN (SHANNON LEYKO): PREORDER MY BOOK, Don't Save the Good Stuff, HERE! Coming April 2027. Join the special book email list for behind-the-scenes and opportunities to help get the word out! Sign up for my newsletter! The L.E.S.S. Express Website: www.shannonleyko.com Instagram: @shannonleyko TikTok: @shannon_leyko Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@shannonleyko Facebook: www.facebook.com/shannonleyko.paringdown Substack: Blog & Additional Support (free trial!) TAKE THE QUIZ!! "What's Your Decluttering Type?" & receive a customized playlist with 10 episodes of Paring Down for your exact needs. PARING DOWN RESOURCES: CLICK HERE for free checklist, hacks, worksheet, & more! SPONSORS: Have someone take your clutter! Book your free in-person estimate today at 1800gotjunk.com or call 1-800-468-5865 20% off your first subscription order of AG1 Next Gen or AG1 Pro at drinkag1.com/paring Join Wayfair Rewards today to get 5% back on every purchase: https://www.wayfair.com/ Ethical, luxury women's clothing at Quince.com/paring for 365-day returns, plus free shipping on your order! Get 15% off your first order of organic bedsheets and more at Boll & Branch (https://BollAndBranch.com/paring) plus free shipping with code PARING Zenni Optical offers beautiful eye glasses starting at just $30- (https://zenni.com/PODCAST) use code PODCAST15 for 15% off your first order Green Chef is the leading sustainable meal kit - (https://Greenchef.com/50paring) use code 50paring to get 50% off your first month, then 20% off for two months Make custom gifts with Zazzle - save 25% on your first order (https://Zazzle.com) K12 Powered Schools offers tuition-free virtual public school- Enroll online today (https://K12.com/paring) 20% OFF any AquaTru water purifier when you go to AquaTru.com and use promo code PARING $300 off Air Doctor Pro air purifier: https://airdoctorpro.com/ - Use code PARING Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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206: How to Ask for Help with Decluttering, My Biggest Surprise About Finland, & Robotic Lawn Mowers 03.09.2026 13minHere's what you'll find in this week's mini episode, a.k.a. Chai Chat! I answer: 1. Any tips on asking for help? I feel like I want/need someone for support to get momentum. 2. What is the biggest surprise about Finland so far? Listener recommendation of the week: Derry Girls on Netflix MENTIONED THIS EPISODE: Get your FREE ticket to Get Organized HQ Virtual Summit Episode 165: The 15 Best Questions to Ask Yourself to Make Decluttering Easy Episode 83: Making the Most of Our Space with Khrystyne Jaspers Virtual Decluttering Help with Khrystyne Jaspers: Schedule a free consult HERE and tell her I sent you! (Shannon Leyko) Khrystyne Jaspers Instagram: @khrystynejaspers PARING DOWN (SHANNON LEYKO): PREORDER MY BOOK, Don't Save the Good Stuff, HERE! Coming April 2027. Join the special book email list for behind-the-scenes and opportunities to help get the word out! Sign up for my newsletter! The L.E.S.S. Express Website: www.shannonleyko.com Instagram: @shannonleyko TikTok: @shannon_leyko Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@shannonleyko Facebook: www.facebook.com/shannonleyko.paringdown Substack: Blog & Additional Support (free trial!) TAKE THE QUIZ!! "What's Your Decluttering Type?" & receive a customized playlist with 10 episodes of Paring Down for your exact needs. PARING DOWN RESOURCES: CLICK HERE for free checklist, hacks, worksheet, & more! SPONSORS: Have someone take your clutter! Book your free in-person estimate today at 1800gotjunk.com or call 1-800-468-5865 Join Wayfair Rewards today to get 5% back on every purchase: https://www.wayfair.com/ Ethical, luxury women's clothing at Quince.com/paring for 365-day returns, plus free shipping on your order! Get 15% off your first order of organic bedsheets and more at Boll & Branch (https://BollAndBranch.com/paring) plus free shipping with code PARING Zenni Optical offers beautiful eye glasses starting at just $30- (https://zenni.com/PODCAST) use code PODCAST15 for 15% off your first order Green Chef is the leading sustainable meal kit - (https://Greenchef.com/50paring) use code 50paring to get 50% off your first month, then 20% off for two months Make custom gifts with Zazzle - save 25% on your first order (https://Zazzle.com) K12 Powered Schools offers tuition-free virtual public school- Enroll online today (https://K12.com/paring) 20% OFF any AquaTru water purifier when you go to AquaTru.com and use promo code PARING $300 off Air Doctor Pro air purifier: https://airdoctorpro.com/ - Use code PARING Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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205: Figuring Out a Realistic Fitness Routine with Olivia Young 02.09.2026 51minFor those of us who aren't fitness junkies, it can be hard to figure out good fitness routines that don't feel overwhelming, inconsequential, or like one more thing on our to-do list. This week I'm joined by Olivia Young, a registered dietitian and personal trainer who's built her career around helping people find a healthier relationship with movement and food. She breaks down the mental blocks that keep so many of us from getting started, and shares practical ways to fit strength and cardio into even the busiest schedules. Olivia's insights are a reminder that fitness doesn't have to be all or nothing. Tune in for a grounded, encouraging take on building habits that actually last. OLIVIA YOUNG: Instagram: @livbeyondthetable Website: https://www.livbeyondthetable.com/ SPECIAL OPPORTUNITY: Get your FREE ticket to Get Organized HQ Virtual Summit PARING DOWN (SHANNON LEYKO): PREORDER MY BOOK, Don't Save the Good Stuff, HERE! Coming April 2027. Join the special book email list for behind-the-scenes and opportunities to help get the word out! Sign up for my newsletter! The L.E.S.S. Express Website: www.shannonleyko.com Instagram: @shannonleyko TikTok: @shannon_leyko Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@shannonleyko Facebook: www.facebook.com/shannonleyko.paringdown Substack: Blog & Additional Support (free trial!) TAKE THE QUIZ!! "What's Your Decluttering Type?" & receive a customized playlist with 10 episodes of Paring Down for your exact needs. PARING DOWN RESOURCES: CLICK HERE for free checklist, hacks, worksheet, & more! SPONSORS: Have someone take your clutter! Book your free in-person estimate today at 1800gotjunk.com or call 1-800-468-5865 Join Wayfair Rewards today to get 5% back on every purchase: https://www.wayfair.com/ Ethical, luxury women's clothing at Quince.com/paring for 365-day returns, plus free shipping on your order! Get 15% off your first order of organic bedsheets and more at Boll & Branch (https://BollAndBranch.com/paring) plus free shipping with code PARING Zenni Optical offers beautiful eye glasses starting at just $30- (https://zenni.com/PODCAST) use code PODCAST15 for 15% off your first order Green Chef is the leading sustainable meal kit - (https://Greenchef.com/50paring) use code 50paring to get 50% off your first month, then 20% off for two months Make custom gifts with Zazzle - save 25% on your first order (https://Zazzle.com) K12 Powered Schools offers tuition-free virtual public school- Enroll online today (https://K12.com/paring) 20% OFF any AquaTru water purifier when you go to AquaTru.com and use promo code PARING $300 off Air Doctor Pro air purifier: https://airdoctorpro.com/ - Use code PARING Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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204: How to Stop Feeling Behind on Your To-Do List with Megan Sumrell 01.09.2026 56minMost of us need a to-do list to survive, but there's one major issue with them that productivity expert Megan Sumrell helps us unpack today: To-do lists are not a plan. Megan has spent years helping women rethink how they plan their time, and this conversation is full of practical, refreshing ideas. If you've ever ended a day feeling behind despite working nonstop, this episode is for you! MENTIONED THIS EPISODE FriXion erasable pens MEGAN SUMRELL Grab your ticket to Plan-a-Palooza HERE!! (Oct 22-23, 2026) Download the Pink Bee App on Google Play Download the Pink Bee App on Apple Listen to the Work+Life Harmony Podcast SPECIAL OPPORTUNITY: Get your FREE ticket to Get Organized HQ Virtual Summit PARING DOWN (SHANNON LEYKO): PREORDER MY BOOK, Don't Save the Good Stuff, HERE! Coming April 2027. Join the special book email list for behind-the-scenes and opportunities to help get the word out! Sign up for my newsletter! The L.E.S.S. Express Website: www.shannonleyko.com Instagram: @shannonleyko TikTok: @shannon_leyko Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@shannonleyko Facebook: www.facebook.com/shannonleyko.paringdown Substack: Blog & Additional Support (free trial!) TAKE THE QUIZ!! "What's Your Decluttering Type?" & receive a customized playlist with 10 episodes of Paring Down for your exact needs. PARING DOWN RESOURCES: CLICK HERE for free checklist, hacks, worksheet, & more! SPONSORS: Have someone take your clutter! Book your free in-person estimate today at 1800gotjunk.com or call 1-800-468-5865 Join Wayfair Rewards today to get 5% back on every purchase: https://www.wayfair.com/ Ethical, luxury women's clothing at Quince.com/paring for 365-day returns, plus free shipping on your order! Get 15% off your first order of organic bedsheets and more at Boll & Branch (https://BollAndBranch.com/paring) plus free shipping with code PARING Zenni Optical offers beautiful eye glasses starting at just $30- (https://zenni.com/PODCAST) use code PODCAST15 for 15% off your first order Green Chef is the leading sustainable meal kit - (https://Greenchef.com/50paring) use code 50paring to get 50% off your first month, then 20% off for two months Make custom gifts with Zazzle - save 25% on your first order (https://Zazzle.com) K12 Powered Schools offers tuition-free virtual public school- Enroll online today (https://K12.com/paring) 20% OFF any AquaTru water purifier when you go to AquaTru.com and use promo code PARING $300 off Air Doctor Pro air purifier: https://airdoctorpro.com/ - Use code PARING Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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203: How to Get Past Decluttering the Same Spots, Lindsay Clancy, & Our First Week in Finland 27.08.2026 20minHere's what you'll find in this week's mini episode, a.k.a. Chai Chat! I answer: 1. How do I get past feeling stuck doing the same spots (table, couch, entry) over and over? 2. Are you following the Lindsay Clancy trial? Who did it? Listener recommendation of the week: The ChomChom roller for pet hair SPECIAL OPPORTUNITY: Get your FREE ticket to Get Organized HQ Virtual Summit PARING DOWN (SHANNON LEYKO): PREORDER MY BOOK, Don't Save the Good Stuff, HERE! Coming April 2027. Join the special book email list for behind-the-scenes and opportunities to help get the word out! Sign up for my newsletter! The L.E.S.S. Express Website: www.shannonleyko.com Instagram: @shannonleyko TikTok: @shannon_leyko Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@shannonleyko Facebook: www.facebook.com/shannonleyko.paringdown Substack: Blog & Additional Support (free trial!) TAKE THE QUIZ!! "What's Your Decluttering Type?" & receive a customized playlist with 10 episodes of Paring Down for your exact needs. PARING DOWN RESOURCES: CLICK HERE for free checklist, hacks, worksheet, & more! SPONSORS: Join Wayfair Rewards today to get 5% back on every purchase: https://www.wayfair.com/ Ethical, luxury women's clothing at Quince.com/paring for 365-day returns, plus free shipping on your order! Get 15% off your first order of organic bedsheets and more at Boll & Branch (https://BollAndBranch.com/paring) plus free shipping with code PARING Zenni Optical offers beautiful eye glasses starting at just $30- (https://zenni.com/PODCAST) use code PODCAST15 for 15% off your first order Green Chef is the leading sustainable meal kit - (https://Greenchef.com/50paring) use code 50paring to get 50% off your first month, then 20% off for two months Make custom gifts with Zazzle - save 25% on your first order (https://Zazzle.com) K12 Powered Schools offers tuition-free virtual public school- Enroll online today (https://K12.com/paring) 20% OFF any AquaTru water purifier when you go to AquaTru.com and use promo code PARING $300 off Air Doctor Pro air purifier: https://airdoctorpro.com/ - Use code PARING Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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202: Which Teeth Whitening Products to Avoid & Do You Really Need to Floss Daily? with Dr. Sanya Arora 26.08.2026 50minI learned SO MUCH today! I sat down with Dr. Sanya Arora to get real about what's actually happening with our oral health. From flossing myths to the truth about whitening products, this conversation challenged a lot of what I thought I knew about how to take care of my teeth. We Cover: What actually matters more for preventing cavities than flossing The hidden risks of mouth rinses Which toothpaste could be wearing down your enamel The surprising links between your dental health and conditions like heart disease, diabetes, and dementia How Dr. Arora approaches patients with dental anxiety And more! I walked away from this episode with a completely new perspective on my own dental routine, and I have a feeling you will too! DR. SANYA ARORA: Instagram: @doctor.singer MENTIONED THIS EPISODE: Get your FREE ticket to Get Organized HQ Virtual Summit PARING DOWN (SHANNON LEYKO): PREORDER MY BOOK, Don't Save the Good Stuff, HERE! Coming April 2027. Join the special book email list for behind-the-scenes and opportunities to help get the word out! Sign up for my newsletter! The L.E.S.S. Express Website: www.shannonleyko.com Instagram: @shannonleyko TikTok: @shannon_leyko Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@shannonleyko Facebook: www.facebook.com/shannonleyko.paringdown Substack: Blog & Additional Support (free trial!) TAKE THE QUIZ!! "What's Your Decluttering Type?" & receive a customized playlist with 10 episodes of Paring Down for your exact needs. PARING DOWN RESOURCES: CLICK HERE for free checklist, hacks, worksheet, & more! SPONSORS: Join Wayfair Rewards today to get 5% back on every purchase: https://www.wayfair.com/ Ethical, luxury women's clothing at Quince.com/paring for 365-day returns, plus free shipping on your order! Get 15% off your first order of organic bedsheets and more at Boll & Branch (https://BollAndBranch.com/paring) plus free shipping with code PARING Zenni Optical offers beautiful eye glasses starting at just $30- (https://zenni.com/PODCAST) use code PODCAST15 for 15% off your first order Green Chef is the leading sustainable meal kit - (https://Greenchef.com/50paring) use code 50paring to get 50% off your first month, then 20% off for two months Make custom gifts with Zazzle - save 25% on your first order (https://Zazzle.com) K12 Powered Schools offers tuition-free virtual public school- Enroll online today (https://K12.com/paring) 20% OFF any AquaTru water purifier when you go to AquaTru.com and use promo code PARING $300 off Air Doctor Pro air purifier: https://airdoctorpro.com/ - Use code PARING Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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201: Declutter by House Hushing with Myquillyn Smith 25.08.2026 50minWhat a TREAT! New York Times bestselling author Myquillyn Smith is on today's episode to help us declutter through a term she's coined House Hushing. (Also the title of her brand new book!) Today's episode will help you create a home that feels not only peaceful and calm, but still highly personalized to YOU. We Cover: How to create a calmer, cozier home without sacrificing personality Myquillyn's seasonal practice that helps her let go of clutter Practical ways to create a home that can reset easily amidst daily messes ...and more. If your home feels visually loud, cluttered, or difficult to keep up with, Myquillyn offers a fresh approach focused less on perfection and more on creating a home that works for you. MYQUILLYN SMITH: Get Your Copy of House Hushing HERE House Hushing QUIZ Website: https://thenester.com/ Instagram: @thenester PARING DOWN (SHANNON LEYKO): PREORDER MY BOOK, Don't Save the Good Stuff, HERE! Coming April 2027. Join the special book email list for behind-the-scenes and opportunities to help get the word out! Sign up for my newsletter! The L.E.S.S. Express Website: www.shannonleyko.com Instagram: @shannonleyko TikTok: @shannon_leyko Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@shannonleyko Facebook: www.facebook.com/shannonleyko.paringdown Substack: Blog & Additional Support (free trial!) TAKE THE QUIZ!! "What's Your Decluttering Type?" & receive a customized playlist with 10 episodes of Paring Down for your exact needs. PARING DOWN RESOURCES: CLICK HERE for free checklist, hacks, worksheet, & more! SPONSORS: Join Wayfair Rewards today to get 5% back on every purchase: https://www.wayfair.com/ Ethical, luxury women's clothing at Quince.com/paring for 365-day returns, plus free shipping on your order! Get 15% off your first order of organic bedsheets and more at Boll & Branch (https://BollAndBranch.com/paring) plus free shipping with code PARING Zenni Optical offers beautiful eye glasses starting at just $30- (https://zenni.com/PODCAST) use code PODCAST15 for 15% off your first order Green Chef is the leading sustainable meal kit - (https://Greenchef.com/50paring) use code 50paring to get 50% off your first month, then 20% off for two months Make custom gifts with Zazzle - save 25% on your first order (https://Zazzle.com) K12 Powered Schools offers tuition-free virtual public school- Enroll online today (https://K12.com/paring) 20% OFF any AquaTru water purifier when you go to AquaTru.com and use promo code PARING $300 off Air Doctor Pro air purifier: https://airdoctorpro.com/ - Use code PARING Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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200: Decluttered but Still Overwhelmed, What I Changed My Mind About, & Meal Trains 20.08.2026 15minHere's what you'll find in this week's mini episode, a.k.a. Chai Chat! I answer: 1. What do I do if I’m organized, decluttered, and use everything I have but I’m still overwhelmed? 2. What’s something you recently changed your mind about? Listener recommendation of the week: The Unselected Journals of Emma M. Lion MENTIONED THIS EPISODE: Organize a free meal train PARING DOWN (SHANNON LEYKO): PREORDER MY BOOK, Don't Save the Good Stuff, HERE! Coming April 2027. Join the special book email list for behind-the-scenes and opportunities to help get the word out! Sign up for my newsletter! The L.E.S.S. Express Website: www.shannonleyko.com Instagram: @shannonleyko TikTok: @shannon_leyko Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@shannonleyko Facebook: www.facebook.com/shannonleyko.paringdown Substack: Blog & Additional Support (free trial!) TAKE THE QUIZ!! "What's Your Decluttering Type?" & receive a customized playlist with 10 episodes of Paring Down for your exact needs. PARING DOWN RESOURCES: CLICK HERE for free checklist, hacks, worksheet, & more! SPONSORS: Join Wayfair Rewards today to get 5% back on every purchase: https://www.wayfair.com/ Ethical, luxury women's clothing at Quince.com/paring for 365-day returns, plus free shipping on your order! Get 15% off your first order of organic bedsheets and more at Boll & Branch (https://BollAndBranch.com/paring) plus free shipping with code PARING Zenni Optical offers beautiful eye glasses starting at just $30- (https://zenni.com/PODCAST) use code PODCAST15 for 15% off your first order Green Chef is the leading sustainable meal kit - (https://Greenchef.com/50paring) use code 50paring to get 50% off your first month, then 20% off for two months Make custom gifts with Zazzle - save 25% on your first order (https://Zazzle.com) K12 Powered Schools offers tuition-free virtual public school- Enroll online today (https://K12.com/paring) 20% OFF any AquaTru water purifier when you go to AquaTru.com and use promo code PARING $300 off Air Doctor Pro air purifier: https://airdoctorpro.com/ - Use code PARING Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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199: Separating Health from Weight with Zoë Bisbing 19.08.2026 56minI asked my followers who I should talk to about separating weight from health, and one name kept coming up. Zoë Bisbing is a psychotherapist specializing in body image and eating disorders, and she completely reframed how I think about my own body. Here's what we get into: The real difference between body positivity and body neutrality How to tell the difference between pursuing health and pursuing thinness disguised as health An honest, nuanced take on GLP-1 medications How everyday spaces in your home (like the pantry or the bathroom) either support or work against a healthy relationship your body If you've ever felt torn between wanting to feel physically stronger and not wanting to fall into diet culture, this conversation offers a way to hold both without shame. ZOË BISBING: Instagram: @mybodypositivehome My Body Positive Home Substack DISCOUNT LINK: https://bodypositivehome.substack.com/paringdownpodcast PARING DOWN (SHANNON LEYKO): PREORDER MY BOOK, Don't Save the Good Stuff, HERE! Coming April 2027. Join the special book email list for behind-the-scenes and opportunities to help get the word out! Sign up for my newsletter! The L.E.S.S. Express Website: www.shannonleyko.com Instagram: @shannonleyko TikTok: @shannon_leyko Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@shannonleyko Facebook: www.facebook.com/shannonleyko.paringdown Substack: Blog & Additional Support (free trial!) TAKE THE QUIZ!! "What's Your Decluttering Type?" & receive a customized playlist with 10 episodes of Paring Down for your exact needs. PARING DOWN RESOURCES: CLICK HERE for free checklist, hacks, worksheet, & more! SPONSORS: Join Wayfair Rewards today to get 5% back on every purchase: https://www.wayfair.com/ 20% OFF any AquaTru water purifier when you go to AquaTru.com and use promo code PARING $300 off Air Doctor Pro air purifier: https://airdoctorpro.com/ - Use code PARING Ethical, luxury women's clothing at Quince.com/paring for 365-day returns, plus free shipping on your order! Get 15% off your first order of organic bedsheets and more at Boll & Branch (https://BollAndBranch.com/paring) plus free shipping with code PARING Zenni Optical offers beautiful eye glasses starting at just $30- (https://zenni.com/PODCAST) use code PODCAST15 for 15% off your first order Green Chef is the leading sustainable meal kit - (https://Greenchef.com/50paring) use code 50paring to get 50% off your first month, then 20% off for two months Make custom gifts with Zazzle - save 25% on your first order (https://Zazzle.com) K12 Powered Schools offers tuition-free virtual public school- Enroll online today (https://K12.com/paring) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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