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EP 34: Minimalism and Montessori. With Jasmine Chong

Fascinated by the blending of the Montessori approach to parenting and education and the minimalist movement as a way of life I reached out the Jasmine. She’s been an inspiration to many on sharing her own journey blending the two. Listen in as she eloquently answers some important questions.

What we Talked About

Translating what she learned in her Montessori training for parents
The importance of order for a young child
Beauty nourishes the soul
Giving children practical life activities that have meaning and an intelligent purpose
Washing rice as a goal-directed practical life activity and sensorial experience
Tips to help children declutter on their own
What differences to expect as your child’s intellectual curiosity expands
The importance of having a reference library at home

Things to Remember

“Attention is the child’s most precious resource.”
Jasmine Chong

Recommended Resources

Jasmine is offering a course starting Tuesday, April 7, 2020: Montessori Parenting (0-6 years)
The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up: The Japanese Art of Decluttering and Organizing by Marie Kondō
A short video about plant care Jasmine mentioned

Let’s Continue the conversation…

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Now, Jasmine and I want to know from you!

What have you found to be the best way to simplify and keep your belongings to a minimum?

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More About my Guest

Jasmine is trained as an AMI Assistant for 3-6 and 6-12. She has lived in Scotland, London, and Singapore. A qualified teacher who has supported policymaking at the Ministry of Education headquarters, she is a mother of two children who’ve been raised in the Montessori way and loves minimalism and design.