Clutter Free Academy

Latest Episodes:

342 - Creating a Clutter Free Community Feb 05, 2019

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On today’s episode of the podcast, Kathi is joined by Tonya Kubo, the illustrious leader of the Clutter-Free Academy Facebook group. Kathi and Tonya share about the value of creating a clutter-free community and how you can create a culture of generosity and reciprocity in your own community.

On today’s show you’ll learn:

How a “small give” can be a great way to start building a community of sharing
Why it is a false economy to hold on to stuff “until I have time to sell it”
The many benefits of a “semi-permanent” loan

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341 - The Difference Between Minimalism and Clutter Free Jan 29, 2019

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On today’s episode of the podcast, Kathi is joined by Clutter Free Academy Facebook group leader Tonya Kubo. Kathi and Tonya talk about the similarities and differences between minimalism and living clutter-free and they each share what they love about minimalism.

On today’s show you’ll learn:

How something being necessary for survival is different from being necessary for joy and peace of mind
Why the clutter free mentality is really about living so that your stuff doesn’t happen on accident
The benefits of a minimalist lifestyle

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340 - Clutter in the Midst of a Crisis - Part 2 Jan 22, 2019

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On today’s episode of the podcast, Kathi and Tonya Kubo are back to continue their conversation on decluttering when you’re in crisis mode. Kathi and Tonya share the last four of their seven tips to help you declutter in the midst of a crisis.

On today’s show you’ll learn:

Why storage isn’t just paying for storage but also the emotional time and energy
The value of considering “is this what I want the next version of my house to look like?”
Why even in a crisis we still need an hour to plan

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339 - Clutter in the Midst of a Crisis - Part 1 Jan 15, 2019

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On today’s episode of the podcast, Kathi and Tonya Kubo chat about their recent experiences with “crisis moves” when they had to pack up and be ready to move in a very short amount of time. In part one of this series, Kathi and Tonya share the first three of seven tips to help you declutter in the midst of a crisis.

On today’s show you’ll learn:

Why you should only have three places for your stuff to go
Why you need to have phases when taking on a big declutter
The value of asking “is it coming back?”
Why storage really is just delayed decisions

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338 - How to Stay Focused on What you Really Want Jan 08, 2019

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On today’s episode, Kathi welcomes Valorie Burton to talk about her new book, the Successful Woman Planner. Kathi and Valorie talk about the planner and Valorie shares practical tips for clearing the emotional clutter so we can be successful in what God has called us to do and take action.

On today’s show you’ll learn:

Why you have to let go of the things that don't matter as much if you're going to succeed in the things that really matter
How authenticity is a hallmark of resilience
Why we should not downsize our dreams.

Enter to win a copy of Valorie’s planner and a $50 gift card to Office Max!

Simply head over to yesterday's blog post here to find out the one thing every successful women I've ever met does and to enter the giveaway!

Buy the book here

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337 - Creating Places of Sacred Rest Jan 01, 2019

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On today’s episode, Kathi welcomes Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith to talk about one of Kathi’s favorite topics- rest. Dr. Saundra shares insight from her book Sacred Rest: Recover Your Life, Renew Your Energy, Restore Your Sanity. Kathi and Dr. Saundra talk about the physical and spiritual side of rest and the importance of restorative rest.

On today’s show you’ll learn:

Why medical solutions for rest might not be enough
What rest looks like in the Bible
The seven different areas that need to be restored

Take the Rest Quiz

336 - The 2 Disciplines You Need to be Clutter-Free for Life Dec 23, 2018

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On today’s episode, Kathi and Tonya Kubo are back to share more details about the Clutter Free for Life subscription group and why you need it if you want to be clutter free FOR LIFE. Tonya and Kathi talk about the second essential ingredient needed if you want a clutter free lifestyle.

On today’s encouraging show you’ll learn:

When you start to de-clutter it’s easier to say “no” to the things that don’t really belong in your life.
Why accountability is essential to the clutter free practice.
How this program can help you stay clutter free in your heart and home for life.

When you sign up for Clutter Free for Life you’ll receive STRUCTURE and ACCOUNTABILITY to help you live clutter free along with:

A Binder Cover
Letter from Kathi
Feature Teaching
Monthly Decluttering Plan
1st of the month Planning Sheet
Last of the Month Celebration Sheet
Private Facebook Group
Monthly Group Coaching
Accountability Check ins
Weekly Goals, and Prizes

Clutter Free for Life starts on January 1, 2019

As a special offer for those in the Clutter Free Academy community you can sign up for the monthly subscription for $18.99 or pay $99 for the whole year.

AND if you subscribe before January 1st you’ll get the special intro price of $79! You’ll also receive:

Free e-course Kick-Start to Clutter Free
Clutter Free Bible Study with downloadable book
And the first 100 subscribers will get a free signed copy of Kathi’s book Overwhelmed.

Join Clutter Free For Life Here! Thanks for Listening!

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335 - The 2 Disciplines You Need to be Clutter-Free for Life Dec 18, 2018

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On today’s episode, Kathi welcomes back Tonya Kubo to share the biggest Clutter Free announcement we’ve ever had. They introduce the Clutter Free for Life subscription group.

On today’s encouraging show you’ll learn:

What to do if you need help with the day to day clutter.
How this program can help you implement the daily practices required to keep clutter free for life.
Why clutter is never a one and done.

When you sign up for Clutter Free for Life you’ll receive STRUCTURE to help you live clutter free along with:

A Binder Cover
Letter from Kathi
Feature Teaching
Monthly Decluttering Plan
1st of the month Planning Sheet
Last of the Month Celebration Sheet

*PLUS support and accountability through a private Facebook group.

Clutter Free for Life starts on January 1, 2019

As a special offer for those in the Clutter Free Academy community you can sign up for the monthly subscription for $18.99 or pay $99 for the whole year.

AND if you subscribe before January 1st you’ll get the special intro price of $79! You’ll also receive:

Free e-course Kick-Start to Clutter Free
Clutter Free Bible Study with downloadable book
And the first 100 subscribers will get a free signed copy of Kathi’s book Overwhelmed.

Join Clutter Free For Life! Thanks for Listening!

To share your thoughts: • Leave a note in the comment section below. • Share this show on Twitter, Facebook, or Pinterest.

To help out the show: • Leave an honest review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews really help and I read each one. • Subscribe on iTunes or subscribe now.

334 - You've Got This: Finding Strength When You Feel Less Than Dec 11, 2018

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On today’s episode, Kathi welcomes friend and author KariAnne Wood to talk about her devotional; You’ve Got This! (Because God’s Got You). Kathi and KariAnne chat about how to find joy and stay encouraged even in the middle of tough places.

On today’s encouraging show you’ll learn:

What to do on the days when you just don’t feel like “you’ve got this”
Why sometimes we need to just press pause
How to give away “extra joy” and why it’s a blessing for all when we do

Enter to Win!

Enter to win a copy of KariAnne’s book!

Two lucky winners will win a copy of You've Got This (Because God's Got You)

Enter by answering in the comments:

“Brag on yourself. Comment about a place where you KNOW you've got this.”

*US residents only

Or buy the book here

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333 - Find Your Money and Lose Your Clutter Dec 04, 2018

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On today’s episode, Kathi chats with Deborah Smith Pegues, author of The One-Minute Money Mentor for Women. Kathi and Deborah discuss the importance of women being financially literate. And Deborah shares practical tips for women who might feel overwhelmed by money issues.

On today’s informative show you’ll learn:

Why people who struggle with clutter often also struggle with money
What to do if you’ve been ignoring money and find yourself in a tough place
Deborah’s biggest money tip for the Christmas holiday

Enter to Win!

Grand prize- Win $50 in cash to go towards an outstanding bill, plus Deborah's book The One-Minute Money Mentor for Women!

Plus, FIVE lucky runner-ups will win a copy of The One-Minute Money Mentor for Women!

Enter by answering in the comments:

“Share your best tip for getting out of debt?”

*US residents only

Buy the book here.

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