No New Things with Author Ashlee Piper

This week, Amy and Amanda welcome sustainability expert, political strategist, and author Ashlee Piper to the show — and she’s bringing some much-needed permission to stop the overspending and clutter spiral.Ashlee’s new book, No New Things: A Radically Simple 30-Day Guide to Saving Money, the Planet, and Your Sanity, isn’t just about minimalism — it’s about mindfulness, money habits, and learning how less can actually feel like more.Together, they dive into:Why “no new things” isn’t about deprivation — it’s about freedomThe link between mental clutter, emotional spending, and motherhoodWhy we crave buying stuff when we’re overwhelmed, tired, or trying to self-sootheAshlee’s refreshingly honest take on guilt, grace, and living with intention (not shame)How to raise kids without turning every moment into a shopping opportunitySmall, realistic shifts you can make today that actually stickAlso covered: the Amazon trap, making “nothing” feel exciting again, and what Ashlee calls conscious laziness (spoiler: it’s genius). This episode is equal parts empowering, hilarious, and freeing — and no, you don’t have to throw away all or your stuff or stop shopping all together!If you're craving more space and time — mentally, physically, and financially — this one’s for you.📚 Grab Ashlee’s book: No New Things  - https://amzn.to/3Hgi9IA 💬 Head over to IG and tell us what “no new things” could look like in your own life @BronzeMedalMoms