Podcasts · Paring Down: Realistic minimalism, decluttering, & intentional living

236: Decluttering Printed Photos, My Best Friends, & Being Sensitive vs. Having Compassion

12 Nov 2026 · 17 min

Here's what you'll find in this week's mini episode, a.k.a. Chai Chat! I answer: 1. Old photos overwhelm me. They are thrown in boxes…at least they are cute boxes! 2. Do you have a best friend? Excluding your spouse. Listener recommendation: Project Hail Mary (book and movie)

MENTIONED THIS EPISODE:

Ep 24: Decluttering Photos On Our Phones and In Our Homes

Ep 229: Adult Sibling Relationships: How We Became Close Despite Our Differences (feat. my brother, Jim Oliver)

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