#61 Lighten UP! A Month of Renewal

Summary:Melanie Cohen shares her journey towards sustainability through thrifting, minimalism, and mindful consumption. She discusses the joys and challenges of secondhand shopping, her personal decluttering projects, and plans for a month of themed episodes exploring aging, nesting, and spring renewal. Key topics: Sustainable fashion and thriftingDecluttering and mindful consumptionThe Diderot effect and consumer behaviorPersonal stories of secondhand finds and their impactUpcoming themed episodes on aging, nesting, and spring renewal Sound bites:"My closet is probably 75 to 80 percent secondhand""Exploring aging, menopause, and midlife confidence""The Diderot effect can trigger a spiral of clutter"Chapters:00:00 Introduction to Sustainable Living02:59 The Joy of Thrifting and Secondhand Fashion05:37 Upcoming Episodes and ThemesConnect With Melanie:Schedule Your Free Strategy Call TodayRegister For The Free Workshop: A Spring Shift For Women In The Messy Middle on March 17, 2026 6:30 PM - 7:30 PMRegister for the FREE Live Decluttering Session on March 25th, 2026 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM ETDownload Your Free Declutter GuideFollow Melanie on Social Media:FacebookInstagramLinkedInTikTokYouTube⁠Email⁠