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256 - Decluttering Is NOT One and Done! Jun 12, 2017

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People evolve, papers do not. ~Kathi Lipp

Kathi and Cheri Gregory, co-author of Overwhelmed, discuss how decluttering is an ongoing process. It isn't one and done, it is a day in and day out process.

People can change and evolve. They have a different perspective on things. What they once thought was emptiness is now viewed as spaciousness. As you declutter you provide room for new opportunities.

Check out the show notes on podcast for Kathi's tips for getting the support you need as you tackle decluttering in your home, life, and mind.

255 - How To Ask For What You Need and Want Jun 05, 2017

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"Women are bad at articulating what we want or need without feeling guilty" ~ Cheri Gregory.

Kathy is joined by Overwhelmed co-author, Cheri Gregory, to discuss Part 2 of what they have learned since writing Overwhelmed.

We are often s busy preventing problems for other people we forget about our own wants and needs, expectations and communications.

Kathi and Cheri provide tips to help you in this area.

254 - Giving Other People Authority Over Our Lives May 29, 2017

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Build your own dreams or someone will hire you to build theirs. ~ Farrah Gray

Co-Author of Overwhelmed, Cheri Gregory, joins Kathi to discuss what they have learned since writing Overwhelmed.

So often, we let others tell us what our values are and thus who we should be.

Check out the show notes for a link to a guide to creating a personal manifesto.

253 - Keeping Your Kid's Bags Clutter Free May 22, 2017

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Kathi and co-host, Erin MacPherson discuss kid's activities and how to keep all their equipment and stuff organized.

Listen in as Kathi shares tested ideas that help keep kid's uniforms and equipment organized and clutter free so they are ready when your kids have an event and you don't waste time hunting for what is needed.

252 - Way to Be Clutter Free - Clean Out Your Bag May 15, 2017

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"The more you clean out your bag, the more organized you will feel each and every time." ~Kathi Lipp

Is your bag a mess? Do you have a lot of nonsense in your bag?

Kathi and co-host, Erin MacPherson discuss how to clean out your bag and keep it organized.

Kathi recommends doing the purse clean out once a week.

Check out the show notes for giveaway information.

251 - What to Give When You Have Nothing May 08, 2017

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“No act of kindness no matter how small is ever wasted." Aesop

Generosity isn't all about money. It can be time, space, energy or a number of other things.

Kathi and co-host, Erin MacPherson, talk about how you can be generous when you don't have a lot of extra money.

The important things is to make sure you are giving out of joy and not out of guilt.

Many people worry they can't give enough. Any gift is better than not giving.

It is our faithfulness that God will bless. Whatever we do God can multiply!

Look at what you can give and they various ways you can be generous. Listen in to this episode for generosity tips.

250 - When You're Asked to Speak - Putting Together a Talk May 01, 2017

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Are you a reluctant speaker? Public speaking is the number #1 fear of the majority of people.

Kathi and co-host Erin MacPherson give you some tips that will take your speaking from on level to the next.

1. One Point, One Point, One Point - Just cover one point! You can have multiple examples, but only one major point.

2. Recognize Your Are Not the Hero - No one cares that you are an expert. You have to be relatable.

3. Show Them the Journey - Look where I started. Look at the problems I overcame. If I can do it YOU can too!

4, What is Your Takeaway - If you could only give your audience one message they will remember, what would it be? A catchy takeaway or a reminder of some sort will help them remember.

Listen in as they discuss these four tips and how you can become a better speaker.

249 - Summer Manifesto Apr 24, 2017

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Kathi and co-host, Erin MaPherson discuss summer planning and provide tips for having a fantastic summer with your kids.

Kathi shares her summer manifesto and they both share ideas for the 6 items on the list.

They want you to have a great summer – get some stuff off your checklist, have some fun with your kids, and enjoy the (sometimes) slower pace of summer.

248 - Clutter Free Travel Apr 17, 2017

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Kathi and Co-host Erin MacPherson discuss their summer travel plans and how to travel clutter free.

Both are taking big trips and need to pack lightly.

They discuss packing tips, using ebags (packing cubes), and how to find great places to stay that feel like home.

247 - 7 Tips for Decluttering Apr 10, 2017

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Kathi and Cohost, Erin MacPherson discuss the 7 Tips for Decluttering that came out of the Clutter-Free Bible Study.

The group has done the top layer of decluttering but is now dealing with the things that have sentimental value or promote guilt.

7 Tips for Decluttering

1. Start in the Kitchen - fewer sentimental items there.

2. Put motto on the wall, keep it visible.

3. Give it a final goodbye.

4. Remember when everything is precious, nothing is!

5. Keep 3 things per person.

6. Don't guilt others into keeping things.

7. Don't' value the past or the future and ignore the present.

Just do little things and start small. Let your house serve our present, not your past or your future.

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