Ronald L. Banks discusses topics around minimalism, habit building, relationships, money, health and what it means to live intentionally. "Where Do I Start" is where you start regaining control of your life. Discover interesting and powerful ways to think differently and kickstart a happier life on your own terms. Join this journey and dive deep into conversations meant to encourage, empower and deploy a new way of thinking.
How to live with someone who does NOT want to declutter
Like most, I stumbled across minimalism during its mainstream rise of internet popularity. And although it peeked my interest, mainly the aesthetics if we're being honest, at the time I didn't quite completely understand it. But with time it started to grow on me. Here's how it's going so far.JOIN MY PATREON COMMUNITY: patreon.com/ronaldlbanksTimestamps:It takes time to reduce mindfully (2:02)Minimalism in real life is not the same as it is online (2:56)The benefits have outweighed my expectations (3:41)My Newsletter: ronaldlbanks.com/newsletterFREE Core Values Worksheet: https://bit.ly/2ZV7wVvThe Extended Decluttering Checklist: https://bit.ly/3BiHmtD// Connect with me!Website: https://bit.ly/3a97aN1Instagram: https://bit.ly/3Fk45rMFacebook: https://bit.ly/2WNuJrCTwitter: https://bit.ly/3uI6vvsTo receive podcast show notes via email. Subscribe: ronaldlbanks.com/podcast-show-notes
10/17/2021 • 4 minutes, 56 seconds
Why You're Never Satisfied
The reason we never feel satisfied is because we're constantly looking for satisfaction in the future, which means we cannot be satisfied now. But why is that? Here are four reasons that you can take with you and think about, and as fair warning you might want to hold on to your seat!JOIN MY PATREON COMMUNITY: patreon.com/ronaldlbanksTimestamps:You don’t know what you want (0:48)You’re ignoring the thing you want and chasing an easier goal (2:15)You're not taking chances (3:24)You're focusing too much on the negative (4:18)My Newsletter: ronaldlbanks.com/newsletterFREE Core Values Worksheet: https://bit.ly/2ZV7wVvThe Extended Decluttering Checklist: https://bit.ly/3BiHmtD// Connect with me!Website: https://bit.ly/3a97aN1Instagram: https://bit.ly/3Fk45rMFacebook: https://bit.ly/2WNuJrCTwitter: https://bit.ly/3uI6vvsTo receive podcast show notes via email. Subscribe: ronaldlbanks.com/podcast-show-notes
10/8/2021 • 6 minutes, 4 seconds
Journaling Tips To Help You Heal and Grow
From my experience journaling works, which is why I have a ton of value to share with you in this conversation. So much so that's here's a quick table of contents break down:⇨ Quick tip for beginners (1:33)⇨ Tips for healing and growth (2:32)⇨ Best time of day to journal (7:29)⇨ The best method of journaling (8:20)I'm packing a lot into this conversation, and I hope it helps you!JOIN MY PATREON COMMUNITY: patreon.com/ronaldlbanksMy Newsletter: ronaldlbanks.com/newsletterFREE Core Values Worksheet: https://bit.ly/2ZV7wVvThe Extended Decluttering Checklist: https://bit.ly/3BiHmtD// Connect with me!Website: https://bit.ly/3a97aN1Instagram: https://bit.ly/3Fk45rMFacebook: https://bit.ly/2WNuJrCTwitter: https://bit.ly/3uI6vvsTo receive podcast show notes via email. Subscribe: ronaldlbanks.com/podcast-show-notes
10/8/2021 • 9 minutes, 8 seconds
Is Owning Less Worth It?
Is owning less worth it? That's the question for today's conversation and I want to give you some food for thought to chew on because in my opinion and from my experience owning less, decluttering and minimalism has totaling been worth it but only in certain ways and here's why!JOIN MY PATREON COMMUNITY: patreon.com/ronaldlbanksTimestamps:Less Leads To Confidence (2:17)Less Builds Clarity (3:49)Less Increases Productivity and Efficiency (5:35)My Newsletter: ronaldlbanks.com/newsletterFREE Core Values Worksheet: https://bit.ly/2ZV7wVvThe Extended Decluttering Checklist: https://bit.ly/3BiHmtD// Connect with me!Website: https://bit.ly/3a97aN1Instagram: https://bit.ly/3Fk45rMFacebook: https://bit.ly/2WNuJrCTwitter: https://bit.ly/3uI6vvsTo receive podcast show notes via email. Subscribe: ronaldlbanks.com/podcast-show-notes
Your mindset plays a huge role in how you view yourself and the world around you. It also has a major impact on how you choose to live, the actions you decide to take as well as those you don't. Here are a few mindset shifts that are changing my life.JOIN MY PATREON COMMUNITY: patreon.com/ronaldlbanksTimestamps:You are the author of your own story (0:55)Focus on strengths not weaknesses (3:48)Nothing will work unless you do (5:28)My Newsletter: ronaldlbanks.com/newsletterFREE Core Values Worksheet: https://bit.ly/2ZV7wVvThe Extended Decluttering Checklist: https://bit.ly/3BiHmtD// Connect with me!Website: https://bit.ly/3a97aN1Instagram: https://bit.ly/3Fk45rMFacebook: https://bit.ly/2WNuJrCTwitter: https://bit.ly/3uI6vvsTo receive podcast show notes via email. Subscribe: ronaldlbanks.com/podcast-show-notes
10/6/2021 • 6 minutes, 56 seconds
Introducing "The Ronald L. Banks Podcast"
Hey, ya'll! I'm Ronald L. Banks! I’m honored that you’ve decided to pull up a seat and join in on these conversations. Here on this podcast, myself and guests will thoughtfully and vulnerably discuss what it means to make radical changes in your life by making simple shifts in your thinking. We'll talk about minimalism, habits, mindset, relationships, money and so much more.You see, after hitting what felt like a brick wall at age 22—a fresh college graduate—I decided to completely reinvent myself, my thinking and help others learn to do the same by showing them how to win at life by keeping things simple, and staying true to themselves.Subscribe today so we can grow and learn on this journey together!JOIN MY PATREON FAMILY: patreon.com/ronaldlbanksFor more go to: ronaldlbanks.com/podcastConnect with me!WebsiteYouTubeInstagramFacebookTwitter
10/2/2021 • 1 minute, 9 seconds
Are You Losing Motivation To Declutter? Here's Why!
My goal for this conversation is to give you some actionable steps you can take and apply towards defining your own path that's tree-lined by self-motivation for intentional living, purposeful living, and decluttering. Tune in to this week’s episode so you don't miss an ounce of value! // Gain access to the private podcast: patreon.com/ronaldlbanks// Read episode show notes, links, and other resources at: www.ronaldlbanks.com// Follow @imronbanks on social media everywhere—Instagram, Facebook, Twitter. Have thoughts about this episode? Share them on social, tag me, and use #WhereDoIStartPodcast.// Download my Core Values Worksheet: www.ronaldlbanks.com/values
3/9/2021 • 11 minutes, 58 seconds
How To Prioritize What Matters
In this episode we're talking about how to prioritize what matters. This is something that I'm learning in my personal life and as a content creator. At first it's challenging, but once you building a structure around your values, it makes it easier to prioritize. Let's talk about it!// Gain access to the private podcast: patreon.com/ronaldlbanks// Read episode show notes, links and other resources at: www.ronaldlbanks.com// Follow @imronbanks on social media everywhere—Instagram, Facebook, Twitter. Have thoughts about this episode? Share them on social, tag me and use #WhereDoIStartPodcast.// Download my Core Values Worksheet: www.ronaldlbanks.com/values
2/24/2021 • 6 minutes, 38 seconds
Simple Ways To Be More Present In Life
A big part of being present in life, is having the ability to be aware of when you are and when you aren't being present. Tune in to this week’s episode as we discuss simple ways to be more present in life.// Gain access to the private podcast: patreon.com/ronaldlbanks// Read episode show notes, links and other resources at: www.ronaldlbanks.com// Follow @imronbanks on social media everywhere—Instagram, Facebook, Twitter. Have thoughts about this episode? Share them on social, tag me and use #WhereDoIStartPodcast.// Download my Core Values Worksheet: www.ronaldlbanks.com/values
2/16/2021 • 10 minutes, 1 second
7 Simple Ways To Help You To Stop Overthinking
Overthinking is both emotionally and physically draining. Not to mention it really take a toll on your mental health. However with the right actionable steps it becomes something we can easily shut down and manage. Here are 7 simple ways to help you to stop overthinking!// Gain access to the private podcast: patreon.com/ronaldlbanks// Read episode show notes and other resources at: www.ronaldlbanks.com// Follow @imronbanks on social media everywhere—Instagram, Facebook, Twitter. Have thoughts about this episode? Share them on social, tag me and use #WhereDoIStartPodcast.// Download my Core Values Worksheet: www.ronaldlbanks.com/values
2/9/2021 • 9 minutes, 50 seconds
Becoming Rich In A Different Sense
This week's topic of conversation is interesting, to say the least. "Becoming rich in a different sense." I truly feel like many of us, including myself, have lost touch with some of the elements of life, that make life rich, outside of material possession. Let's talk about it!// Gain access to the private podcast: patreon.com/ronaldlbanks// Read episode show notes and other resources at: www.ronaldlbanks.com// Follow @imronbanks on social media everywhere—Instagram, Facebook, Twitter. Have thoughts about this episode? Share them on social, tag me and use #WhereDoIStartPodcast.// Download my Core Values Worksheet: www.ronaldlbanks.com/values
2/2/2021 • 10 minutes, 15 seconds
You Can Be More With Less, Here's How
I want to ask you to participate in a little exercise with me that’s going to help lay the foundation for this conversation. I want you to stand in front of a mirror and ask yourself "who would I be, if I had nothing but myself and this mirror in front of me." How would you answer that question? See the reason I’m asking you to participate in this exercise with me or at least think about this question, is because it changes the narrative around this minimalism journey we’re traveling. Instead of it being about owning less things, it makes it about the person we see in the mirror.// Gain access to the private podcast: patreon.com/ronaldlbanks// Read episode show notes and other resources at: www.ronaldlbanks.com// Follow @imronbanks on social media everywhere—Instagram, Facebook, Twitter. Have thoughts about this episode? Share them on social, tag me and use #WhereDoIStartPodcast.// Download my Core Values Worksheet: www.ronaldlbanks.com/values
1/26/2021 • 5 minutes, 41 seconds
How To Make Better Decisions In Life
No matter who you are or what you do for a living, you will always have to make thousands of decisions every single day! Now most of them are relatively small and simple, others are much more complex. However, the thought and act itself of making thousands of decisions a day is overwhelming and exhausting. So much so that sometimes we shut down and refuse to make decisions all together. Here's how we start to fix that and make better decisions going forward.// Gain access to the private podcast: patreon.com/ronaldlbanks// Read episode show notes and other resources at: www.ronaldlbanks.com// Follow @imronbanks on social media everywhere—Instagram, Facebook, Twitter. Have thoughts about this episode? Share them on social, tag me and use #WhereDoIStartPodcast.// Download my Core Values Worksheet: www.ronaldlbanks.com/values
1/19/2021 • 5 minutes, 35 seconds
5 Decluttering Methods For Your Mental Space
Our brain itself is such a beautiful and powerful, yet complex organ. It's layered with old hurts, traumas, insecurities, pain, worry and a number of other things. Which is why clearing our mental clutter is just as important, if not more important than our physical clutter. Keep in mind that a clear mind leads to a focused life centered around ones joys, happiness, values and passions. Let's talk about 5 methods to help you get started.// Gain access to the private podcast: patreon.com/ronaldlbanks// Read episode show notes and other resources at: www.ronaldlbanks.com// Follow @imronbanks on social media everywhere—Instagram, Facebook, Twitter. Have thoughts about this episode? Share them on social, tag me and use #WhereDoIStartPodcast.// Download my Core Values Worksheet: www.ronaldlbanks.com/values
1/12/2021 • 9 minutes, 22 seconds
The Most Courageous Thing You Can Ever Do
In this episode of Where Do I Start I’m breaking down what I believe is the most courageous thing we can ever do. I’m also discussing a few things that I’ve noticed in society today, social media, culture, etc. and how to relates to courage itself—among other things. Plus, I’m giving you three actionable steps you can take today to start building courage and self-confidence. If you're ready for this, let's jump into it.// Read episode show notes and other resources at: www.ronaldlbanks.com// Follow me @imronbanks on social media everywhere—Instagram, Facebook, Twitter. Have thoughts about this episode? Share them on social, tag me and use #WhereDoIStartPodcast.// Support this show by going to patreon.com/ronaldlbanks// Download my Core Values Worksheet: www.ronaldlbanks.com/values
10/29/2020 • 17 minutes, 29 seconds
010: Stop Filling Voids With Consumerism
In this episode of Where Do I Start I'm tackling the topic of internal voids. Together we'll discuss how and why filling voids with consumerism is not the best idea and what you can do instead to fill these voids properly. If you're ready for this, let's jump into it. This is Where Do I Start.// Read episode show notes and other resources at: www.ronaldlbanks.com// Follow me @imronbanks on social media everywhere—Instagram, Facebook, Twitter. Have thoughts about this episode? Share them on social, tag me and use #WhereDoIStartPodcast.// Support this show by going to patreon.com/ronaldlbanks.
10/22/2020 • 12 minutes
009: The True Meaning Of Minimalism
In this episode of Where Do I Start I'm discussing the true meaning of minimalism, some of the myths and misconceptions of minimalism as well as answering a few of your questions directly. If you're ready for this, let's jump into it. This is Where Do I Start.// Read episode show notes and other resources at: www.ronaldlbanks.com// Follow me @imronbanks on social media everywhere—Instagram, Facebook, Twitter. Have thoughts about this episode? Share them on social, tag me and use #WhereDoIStartPodcast.// Support this show by going to patreon.com/ronaldlbanks.
9/19/2020 • 21 minutes
Replay | The Secret To Owning Less
In this episode of Where Do I Start I’m sharing the secret to owning less. If you're ready for this, let's jump into it. This is Where Do I Start.// Watch the video version of this conversation here: youtube.com/ronaldlbanks// Follow me @imronbanks on social media everywhere—Instagram, Facebook, Twitter. Have thoughts about this episode? Share them on social, tag me and use #WhereDoIStartPodcast.// Support this show by going to patreon.com/ronaldlbanks.
9/16/2020 • 4 minutes, 49 seconds
008: Balancing Work, Life and More Work
In this episode of Where Do I Start I’m letting my guard down and opening up about how I'm feeling emotionally, mentally and creativity when it comes to finding balance between work, life and more work. This conversation is real, honest and different from anything else you've heard from me up to this point. If you're ready for this, let's jump into it. This is Where Do I Start.// Read episode show notes and other resources at: www.ronaldlbanks.com// Follow me @imronbanks on social media everywhere—Instagram, Facebook, Twitter. Have thoughts about this episode? Share them on social, tag me and use #WhereDoIStartPodcast.// Support this show by going to patreon.com/ronaldlbanks.
9/3/2020 • 20 minutes, 48 seconds
007: The Road Towards Financial Freedom
In this episode of Where Do I Start I’m going to briefly share with you how much debt we paid off as well as how our minimalist and simple lifestyle helped us achieve this debt free goal. If that sounds good and if you're ready, let's jump into it. This is Where Do I Start.// Read episode show notes and other resources at: www.ronaldlbanks.com// Follow me @imronbanks on social media everywhere—Instagram, Facebook, Twitter. Have thoughts about this episode? Share them on social, tag me and use #WhereDoIStartPodcast.// Support this show by going to patreon.com/ronaldlbanks.
8/28/2020 • 16 minutes, 45 seconds
006: Deconstructing Minimalism
In this episode of Where Do I Start I'm deconstructing the word minimalism by breaking down to concepts; decluttering and wanting less. If that sounds good and if you're ready, let's jump into it. This is Where Do I Start.// Read episode show notes and other resources at: www.ronaldlbanks.com// Follow me @imronbanks on social media everywhere—Instagram, Facebook, Twitter. Have thoughts about this episode? Share them on social, tag me and use #WhereDoIStartPodcast.// Support this show by going to patreon.com/ronaldlbanks.
7/31/2020 • 20 minutes, 38 seconds
005: This Might Be Why You're Struggling To Change
In this episode of Where Do I Start I'm sharing my thoughts on why we struggle with change. The truth is because it makes us uncomfortable and my goal with this conversation to it help you learn how to grow comfortable with that uncomfort. If that sounds good and if you're ready, let's jump into it. This is Where Do I Start.// Read episode show notes and other resources at: www.ronaldlbanks.com// Follow me @imronbanks on social media everywhere—Instagram, Facebook, Twitter. Have thoughts about this episode? Share them on social, tag me and use #WhereDoIStartPodcast.// Support this show by going to patreon.com/ronaldlbanks.
7/1/2020 • 9 minutes, 21 seconds
004: In Case you're Feeling Behind in Life
In this episode of Where Do I Start I'm sharing my thoughts on how you can overcome the feeling of feeling behind in life. Believe it or not, I've felt this feeling more times than I'd like to admit, but I've managed to change that feeling. My hope for this conversation is to encourage you to do the same or at least give you the tools you need to get started. If that sounds good and if you're ready, let's jump into it. This is Where Do I Start.// Read episode show notes and other resources at: www.ronaldlbanks.com// Follow me @imronbanks on social media everywhere—Instagram, Facebook, Twitter. Have thoughts about this episode? Share them on social, tag me and use #WhereDoIStartPodcast.// Support this show by going to patreon.com/ronaldlbanks.
6/17/2020 • 12 minutes, 7 seconds
003: Reframing your Perspective
In this episode of Where Do I Start I'm breaking down three tactics I used to shift my thinking and reframe my perspective in life that I know will help you do the same in your. This conversation is going to get real and I hope you're ready. If you are, let's jump into it. This is Where Do I Start.// Read episode show notes and other resources at: www.ronaldlbanks.com// Follow me @imronbanks on social media everywhere—Instagram, Facebook, Twitter. Have thoughts about this episode? Share them on social, tag me and use #WhereDoIStartPodcast.// Support this show by going to patreon.com/ronaldlbanks.
6/10/2020 • 16 minutes, 52 seconds
002: The Beauty of Simplicity | How to Live a Simple Life
In this episode of Where Do I Start, I'm pushing the narrative around what it means to live simply, the beauty that exists in it and how you can implement it into your life. If you're ready, let's jump into it. Welcome to Where Do I Start.// Read episode show notes and other resources at: www.ronaldlbanks.com// Follow me @imronbanks on social media everywhere—Instagram, Facebook, Twitter. Have thoughts about this episode? Share them on social, tag me and use #WhereDoIStartPodcast.// Support this show by going to patreon.com/ronaldlbanks.
5/21/2020 • 18 minutes, 22 seconds
001: Hitting The Reset Button
In this episode of Where Do I Start, I'm sharing my thoughts on the national pandemic we’ve just faced and how now is the perfect time to hit the reset button on life. I'm breaking down 5 steps you can take to reset your life and start building out a new path to travel. If you're ready, let's jump into it. Welcome to Where Do I Start.// Read episode show notes and other resources at: www.ronaldlbanks.com// Follow me @imronbanks on social media everywhere—Instagram, Facebook, Twitter. Have thoughts about this episode? Share them on social, tag me and use #WhereDoIStartPodcast.// Support this show by going to patreon.com/ronaldlbanks.