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Cohesive Home Podcast : Minimalism | Families | Adventure | Intentional Living

Kate Saffle and Melissa Risenhoover

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Kids & Family

Frequency: 1 episode/45d. Total Eps: 79

Melissa and Kate, two laid-back moms, explore the topics you most want to hear about it--family minimalism, adventuring with your kids, balancing family and work, and more--all in the time it takes you to brew your morning coffee. Sometimes ridiculous, always on point, these two best friends put the fun back in parenting and creating your happier, simpler home.

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Reflections on Motherhood

Episode 7

Saturday, October 4, 2025 • Duration 34:51

Please listen in, subscribe, and take 2 minutes to leave us a review on Apple or your favorite podcast app. It means so much to us!

We would love to hear from you: send us an email at cohesivehome@gmail.com

Find Kate on her website: Happier in Motherhood

Find Melissa on Youtube: Bookish Melissa

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Did Minimalism Burn Us Out? A 10-Year Reflection

Episode 6

Saturday, September 13, 2025 • Duration 29:14

Have you ever felt that urge to just get rid off everything you own and completely simplify? The things in your home seem to take over, it's constantly messy, and it would be so nice to have a clean slate.

That was us a decade ago when we first started Cohesive Home. We were both reading alllllll the blogs and books on minimalism and applying it to our homes. In a movement led primarily by childless males, we wanted to show other families it was doable to live minimally.

But time has passed. We're older. We've moved. Our kids are older. Our lives has shifted tremendously.

Are we still minimalists?

Listen to this episode to find out!

We would love to hear from you, send us an email at cohesivehome@gmail.com

Find Kate on her website

Find Melissa on Youtube:her vlog channel

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55: Organizing Your Life and Reaching Your H.E.A.R.T. Goals with Whitney English

Season 5 · Episode 55

Monday, February 11, 2019 • Duration 36:13

Planners, goal setting, and habit shifts with Whitney English in episode 55 of the Cohesive Home Podcast. Whitney English, founder of Day Designer, a business strategist and creator of H.E.A.R.T. Goals, shares her story and wisdom with Kate. In this episode:

Whitney's story and how her business has changed over the years
Comparisons on social media and how to not let it affect you
How to keep your New Years Resolutions as well as think differently about them
Innovative ways to shift habits and create new ones
Why it's important to focus on the journey instead of just the end

To connect with Whitney, you can find her: @whitneyenglish whitneyenglish.com

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54: When Your Family is Overwhelmed and Out of Sync

Monday, January 28, 2019 • Duration 29:49

Has your family ever been in a total funk where life seems out of sync? In Episode 54 of the Cohesive Home Podcast, Kate and Melissa chat about a concept called soul fever, which happens when life gets overwhelming or something stressful happens. They share how to overcome it with kiddos, as adults, and also as a family. This episode is encouraging and practical and will inspire you to simplify and tighten your family bonds. Talked about in this episode: * What's soul fever? * Kate's background as a Simplicity Parenting Family Life Coach. Work with Kate 1 on 1. * How to recognize soul fever in your kiddos and a solution to help them "heal" from it * What does soul fever look like in adults? * How Kate and Melissa deal with their own periodic soul fevers * Can a family unit experience soul fever at the same time? Yes! * Best tips for overcoming overwhelm to connect more as a family. * More about the book "Simplicity Parenting" Thank you to our sponsor Audible! We recommend listening to "Simplicity Parenting" on Audible and let us know what you think! Audible, the most inspiring minds, the most compelling stories. The best place to listen. Get started with a 30-day trial when you go to audible.com/cohesivehome or text [cohesivehome] to 500500 and listen for a change.

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53: Financial Freedom with Jessi Fearon

Season 4 · Episode 53

Monday, January 14, 2019 • Duration 43:08

Ever wish you could sit down with a financial expert and get practical advice? Well, we here you! In Episode 53 of the Cohesive Home Podcast, we invited Jessi Fearon, financial expert from Real Life on a Budget, to share her advice for being intentional with finances in 2019. Read on for more. In this episode: Jessi's personal story with debt and how she conquered $55,000 of it and nearly has her house paid off How to live on a budget AND live by your values The first step you should take to start your debt pay-off journey How to communicate with a partner about money and her number one tip for approaching it in a positive way Where you can find Jessi: Her Blog and Website Instagram Pinterest Facebook A big thanks to Warby Parker for sponsoring the Cohesive Home Podcast. Get your stylish and affordable glasses for only $95 delivered straight to your door by heading to HERE to order your try on program today!!

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52: Goal Setting for the New Year

Season 4 · Episode 52

Monday, December 17, 2018 • Duration 35:25

How do you goal set for the New Year? In Episode 52 of the Cohesive Home Podcast, Kate and Melissa give you full access to their goal setting process by talking through 2019 LIVE. The two share their personal, family, and business goals as well as what worked and didn't work in 2018. This episode is like sitting down with your girlfriends for a fun 2019 planning session; grab your paper and write down your goals too!

In this episode:

The major goal that Melissa knows she has to accomplish so she can meet her other goals
Why 2018 was Kate's best year yet
MUTU - 12 week post-partum recovery program- mutusystem.com
How Kate plans to prioritize wellness in 2019 and the major mistake she's made in the past
Melissa shares her family's plans for 2019 and their next big move
Why Kate and her family are choosing to live tiny for 2019
Kate and Melissa's business goals and how they hope to grow their side hustle
You can find her candles at Blokeanddame.com
What will Cohesive Home be upto in 2019? Listen to find out and subscribe to our newsletter to catch our survey going out at the end of the month. We need your help!

Thank you to Cohesive Home sponsor Care/of. Care/of offers daily personalized vitamin packs with high-quality and researched backed ingredients. We love Care/of because their simple, 5 minute quiz makes choosing the right supplements for your individual needs so easy! Prioritize your health in 2019 by trying Care/of and save 25% using code "COHESIVE HOME."

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51: Simple Holidays

Season 4 · Episode 51

Monday, December 3, 2018 • Duration 28:53

Already feeling stressed by the holidays? Need permission to simplify and celebrate in the way that is best for YOUR family? In this episode, Kate and Melissa share the ways they've uncomplicated their holiday celebrations and how to find traditions that feel right for yours. They also share about how to deal with family that doesn't agree with the way you celebrate and how to keep your values in mind when creating new traditions. In this episode: > Why Kate and Melissa quit trying so hard > Simple traditions that won't wear you out > Let go of the social and family guilt to do more and be more > Do what's best for your family and forget what the world communicates to you about "perfect" holidays For new episodes and resources, head to cohesivehome.com for more!

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50: Jennifer Pepito

Season 4 · Episode 50

Wednesday, November 21, 2018 • Duration 33:47

For Episode 50 of the Cohesive Home Podcast, we're welcoming Jennifer Pepito: homeschooling mom of 7 and owner of Peaceful Press, a homeschooling curriculum and resource shop to the show. Melissa and Jennifer chat about seasons of life and knowing when it's time to make a change, along with the steps they took to make those changes with a large family. Why she chooses essentialism over minimalism and living intentionally as a family while still creating memories together during the holidays. Even if you're not a homeschooling family, we think you'll be inspired by this conversation and walk away with a few ideas to shape your cohesive home! Stay tuned till the end when she shares a discount code for one of her amazing products. Connect with Jennifer: Peaceful Press website and Instagram Jennifer on Instagram

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49: Living Simply at Home

Season 4 · Episode 49

Thursday, November 8, 2018 • Duration 38:28

Do you know all the ways you can lead a simple life at home? In this episode of the Cohesive Home Podcast, Kate and Melissa share the 4 main ways you can live an intentional and minimal life. The two share about their experiences with capsule wardrobes, zero waste living, clearing their family schedules, and decluttering with plenty of wisdom and tips for your own simple living path! Read on for more: What's your favorite way to live simply?

Capsule wardrobes--for more listen to Episode 13: Minimalist Wardrobes
Zero wasters--head to Episode 21 to hear our experiences with zero waste living. Interested in trying a zero-waste shampoo/conditioner/body wash option that Melissa LOVES? Check out Plaine Products and use code: PLAINELOVE for 10% off!
Clearing out the family schedule-- head to Episode 06 for more!
Decluttering--you know Kate and Melissa have so much to share on this topic! Get your fill by listening to: Episode 31: Change and Decluttering, Episode 34 : Minimalism 5 Years Later, Episode 12: Newbie Decluttering Tips, and Episode 2: Generational Clutter.

Challenge: choose one of the above that you're a bit intimidated by and give it a try for 1 week. See if you can make some real, impactful change in your family's lives and email us with the results: hello@cohesivehome.com Please to let us know what you think of the show and share it with a friend; sharing is caring! Until next time.....

48- The Nester

Season 4 · Episode 48

Thursday, October 25, 2018 • Duration 29:53

The Nester is in the (Cohesive) House! Join Kate and Melissa for a chat with Myquillin Smith, better known as the Nester, about how you can create your own Cozy Minimalist Home. You are going to love all of the tips and suggestions she offers.

In this episode:

Kate and Melissa share about one of their favorite podcasts: the Friendlier Podcast with Sarah Kopper and Abby Olena, a show in which two incredibly related moms share their favorite recipes, books, and chat about the most relevant topics. It's like listening to a conversation between two great friends and feeling part of their welcoming community! You can find more here:

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Kate also shares about her newest venture, Streamlined Motherhood. Motherhood not filling your cup like you hoped? Wanting to actually thrive in motherhood instead of just survive? Kate is hosting her own podcast, offering resources, and 1:1 Motherhood Support Sessions to help you live a life that fills your cup! For more head here:

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Sign-up for your FREE 30 minute Motherhood Support Session

Melissa now has a YouTube channel! In this episode, she shares about her latest project and how she is creating resources to help support you and your family's wellness through healthier habits, tricks, and encouragement. Help her reach 100+ followers by the end of this weekend by heading here:

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