EPISODE · Nov 10, 2025 · 56 MIN
86. Less Stuff, More Sanity: How We’re Fighting The ‘More’ Mindset
from Poise in the Noise · host Melissa Heiler and Erin Monnin
We all know that less stuff usually means more peace — the research backs it up! Studies show materialism is linked to lower happiness, more anxiety, & even less satisfying relationships. Meanwhile, minimalism helps us feel calmer, more fulfilled, & more present. So why is it still so hard to live simply? Why do we feel that constant tug to buy, upgrade, & accumulate — even when we know it won’t make us happier? In this episode, we’re going to get honest about our struggle between wanting more & craving less. We’re diving into what science says about materialism vs. minimalism, the psychological traps that keep us stuck in “more mode,” & practical ways to find balance between contentment & consumer culture.Like~download~subscribe~leave a review~share with your friends~all of the above!Follow us: @poiseinthenoisepod Erin: @flowering.at.his.feet Melissa: @homesandholinessEmail:[email protected]linktr.ee/poiseinthenoisepodSupport us on PatreonPromo Links:Crunchi Skincare & MakeupA Holistically Well Pregnancy Program - promo code for 20% off: poiseinthenoiseResources:Dauch, C., Imwalle, M., Ocasio, B., & Metz, A. E. (2018). The influence of the number of toys in the environment on toddlers’ play. Infant Behavior & Development. DOI:10.1016/j.infbeh.2017.11.005.Dittmar, H., Bond, R., Hurst, M., & Kasser, T. (2014). The relationship between materialism and personal well-being. (review/PDF).Lloyd, K., et al. (2020). Towards a theory of minimalism and wellbeing. Int. Journal of Applied Positive Psychology (qualitative).
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We all know that less stuff usually means more peace — the research backs it up! Studies show materialism is linked to lower happiness, more anxiety, & even less satisfying relationships. Meanwhile, minimalism helps us feel calmer, more fulfilled, & more present. So why is it still so hard to live simply? Why do we feel that constant tug to buy, upgrade, & accumulate — even when we know it won’t make us happier? In this episode, we’re going to get honest about our struggle between wanting more & craving less. We’re diving into what science says about materialism vs. minimalism, the psychological traps that keep us stuck in “more mode,” & practical ways to find balance between contentment & consumer culture.Like~download~subscribe~leave a review~share with your friends~all of the above!Follow us: @poiseinthenoisepod Erin: @flowering.at.his.feet Melissa: @homesandholinessEmail:[email protected]linktr.ee/poiseinthenoisepodSupport us on PatreonPromo Links:Crunchi Skincare & MakeupA Holistically Well Pregnancy Program - promo code for 20% off: poiseinthenoiseResources:Dauch, C., Imwalle, M., Ocasio, B., & Metz, A. E. (2018). The influence of the number of toys in the environment on toddlers’ play. Infant Behavior & Development. DOI:10.1016/j.infbeh.2017.11.005.Dittmar, H., Bond, R., Hurst, M., & Kasser, T. (2014). The relationship between materialism and personal well-being. (review/PDF).Lloyd, K., et al. (2020). Towards a theory of minimalism and wellbeing. Int. Journal of Applied Positive Psychology (qualitative).
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