EP 23: Embracing Intentional Living and Nature with Amanda Acuna
In episode 23 of our podcast, we have the pleasure of sitting down with Amanda Acuna, a woman who, along with her partner and family, made the bold choice to embrace tiny house living. Located on a scenic farm in Oklahoma, Amanda’s journey into the tiny living lifestyle is a powerful story of intentionality, purpose, and reconnecting with what truly matters in life.
If you're considering downsizing or curious about how living in a tiny home can transform your life, this episode offers insightful lessons and real-life examples of the process.
What You’ll Learn from This Episode
In this episode, Amanda shares the unique steps her family took to downsize and make tiny house living work for them. Here’s a quick preview of what you can expect:
How Amanda and her partner found the perfect spot for their tiny home.
The driving forces that pushed them to embrace tiny living.
How tiny living has enabled their family to focus on what they truly value.
The reactions of family and friends to this new lifestyle.
Why understanding your personal values is crucial in the tiny living journey.
The financial strategies Amanda used to make tiny living affordable.
How Amanda’s Family Found Their Perfect Spot
One of the biggest hurdles in tiny house living is finding a suitable location to park your home. For Amanda and her family, the solution came through resourcefulness and creativity. After searching for a long time, they finally settled on a picturesque farm in Oklahoma that provided the peace and tranquility they were seeking.
This location wasn’t just about the scenery; it was about aligning their physical space with their values. The farm gave them the chance to embrace nature, reduce distractions, and prioritize what mattered most to them.
The Shift to Tiny Living: Why They Made the Change
Amanda’s family didn’t jump into tiny living overnight. The shift came after a lot of reflection on their lifestyle and priorities. Amanda and her partner realized that they were overwhelmed by material possessions and external pressures, and they wanted to change that.
By switching to tiny living, they were able to let go of the excess and focus on what truly brought them joy—spending time in nature, living more sustainably, and deepening their relationships with each other.
The Impact of Tiny Living on Family Values
One of the biggest revelations for Amanda’s family was how tiny living allowed them to reconnect with their core values. In a world full of distractions and consumerism, it can be easy to forget what’s truly important.
For Amanda, tiny living became an opportunity to focus on values like simplicity, nature, and mindfulness. The family spent more time outdoors, practiced self-reflection, and made intentional choices about what they brought into their home.
Understanding Your Values in Tiny Living
Tiny living isn’t just about reducing physical space; it’s about reclaiming emotional and mental space. Amanda stresses the importance of understanding your own values before making a lifestyle change like tiny living.
By understanding what matters most to you, tiny living allows you to align your environment and your decisions with those values. It’s a powerful way to live authentically and with intention.
Conclusion: The Power of Intentional Living
Amanda’s story is a testament to the power of intentional living. By embracing tiny living, she and her family were able to focus on what truly matters to them—values like family, nature, and simplicity. Tiny living has allowed them to live more consciously and, in the process, they’ve created a life that’s richer and more fulfilling than ever before.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed by your possessions or lifestyle, consider what values drive your choices. Tiny living could be the solution that allows you to align your physical and emotional spaces with what truly matters.
Ready to take the leap? Tune in to episode 23 to hear Amanda’s full story and learn how tiny living can transform your life too.
Quotes from the episode
“Tiny living makes things more intentional.” - Amanda Acuna
“Tiny living isn’t for everybody, but to completely close off the idea because it is different or scary is doing yourself a disservice because there are so many options.” - Amanda Acuna
“There is no such thing as bad weather, only bad clothing.” - Amanda Acuna
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