Clutter Free Academy

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 four tips for staying motivated when you feel like it’s all too much. On today’s show you’ll learn: Why living clutter-free is not “one and done” Where to start when you’re feeling overwhelmed How de-cluttering, cleaning and organizing are all different things 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.

On today’s episode Kathi welcomes friend and author Lyneta Smith, to talk about her new book Curtain Call: A Memoir. Kathi chats with Lyneta about her journey of dealing with emotional clutter from a traumatic childhood and how physical clutter can often be used to hide our emotional wounds. On today’s show you’ll learn: Why physical clutter can often be a sign that all is not well How clutter can serve as self-protection Why de-cluttering can be the first step of healing Enter to win!  Win a copy of Curtain Call: A Memoir by sharing in the comments if you need this book or if this is a book you need to give to a friend. *US residents only Order the ebook by Wednesday, March 13th and pay only $2.99. (50% off the list price.) 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

On today’s episode Kathi welcomes Gretta Kennedy and Suzanne Gosselin, authors Grit and Grace: Devotions for Warrior Moms. Kathi, Gretta and Suzanne talk about what moms can do when we’re feeling overwhelmed with spiritual clutter during our quiet time with God. On today’s show you’ll learn: How to stay connected to God during the “while also” season of life Why moms in this busy stage of life need a lifeline that is just a very short snippet of truth that they can digest very quickly How you can encourage the overwhelmed mom in your life   Pick up your copy here 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. Special thanks to our sponsor Harvest House!

On today’s episode Kathi is joined by Susie Crosby, author of Just One Word: 90 Devotions to Invite Jesus In. Kathi and Susie talk about what to do when we’re feeling overwhelmed with the spiritual clutter we can sometimes bring to our time with God. On today’s show you’ll learn: How to keep your spiritual life more simple Why “one word” can be enough to turn your day around Why we tend to make God’s message more complicated than it really is Enter to Win! Enter to win a copy of Susie”s book! Five lucky winners will win a copy of Just One Word: 90 Devotions to Invite Jesus In One lucky winner will win our Grand Prize which includes: A copy of the book, Just one Word A journal A pack of 18 Fine Tip Felt Pens A Rustic 10x10 Letterboard Enter by sharing in the comments over on yesterday’s post by clicking here. *US residents only Or buy the book here 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 s

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 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.

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  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.

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 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.

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 Thanks for Listening! Join us next week for Part Two.  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.

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 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 e

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

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

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

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   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. •

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. 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

On today’s episode, Kathi welcomes friend and author Arlene Pellicane to talk about her new book; Parents Rising: 8 Strategies for Raising Kids who Love God, Respect Authority, and Value What’s Right. Kathi and Arlene discuss the challenges of raising kids to respect authority and Arlene shares tips for parents who want to raise children to love the Lord and have a healthy respect for authority. On today’s encouraging show you’ll learn: The importance of parents having the right mindset to raise respectful kids Why respect in marriage is so essential in raising respectful kids How chores offer a valuable opportunity to teach our kids responsibility Bonus Free download of Arlene’s Parents Rising Manifesto Enter to Win! Enter to win a copy of Arlene’s book!   Two lucky winners will win a copy of Parents Rising: 8 Strategies for Raising Kids who Love God, Respect Authority, and Value What’s Right Enter by answering in the comments:  “What is your biggest authority challenge OR biggest authority win?”      *U

On today’s podcast, Kathi sits down with Wendy Pope to talk about her book, Yes, No and Maybe. Wendy and Kathi share about the times we need to say “yes to God, no to self, and maybe to others."  In today's insightful episode you will learn: the 13 words that changed Wendy’s life why God’s Word is either positive or polishing how to find “320” moments in our daily lives  DOWNLOAD Chapter 1 of Yes, No and Maybe   Enter to Win! Enter to win a copy of Wendy’s book! Two lucky winners will win a copy of Yes, No and Maybe Enter by answering in the comments, what is one thing you are saying "yes", "no" or "maybe" to in your life?   *US residents only Buy the book here.  

On today’s episode, Kathi welcomes Jessica Turner, author of Stretched Too Thin: How Working Moms Can Lose the Guilt, Work Smarter and Thrive. Kathi and Jessica chat about de-cluttering particularly as it relates to working moms. Jessica share tips for moms working both in and out-side of the home. On today’s info-filled show you’ll learn: Why boundaries are essential in our work and home life How to make self-care a priority even in the middle of a busy schedule The benefits of kids seeing both parents work  Stretched Too Thin is available now.  Get free access to Jessica’s Thrive video series! Order a copy of the book here. 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.

On today’s show, Kathi chats with author, Sue Heimer to talk about her book, When you Feel like Screaming: Practical Help for Frustrated Moms. Drawing from personal experiences, Sue and Kathi share practical tips for frustrated moms as well as encouragement for why you are the best imperfect mom for your child. In this encouraging episode you will learn: why it’s important to identify the root cause of our frustration how to start looking for patterns to avoid blowups practical tools to reduce the overall anxiety level in the home Download Sue's 7 Questions to Ask Before Adding anything to your Schedule   Enter to Win! Enter to win a copy of Sue’s book! Two lucky winners will win a copy of When you Feel like Screaming: Practical Help for Frustrated Moms Enter by answering in the comments:  “What do you do when you're caught in that moment when you feel like your about to lose it?” Or tell us a recent moment when you "lost it" with your kids.  *US residents only Or buy the book here.     Thanks for Listenin

Tonya Kubo is back and on today’s podcast she and Kathi continue the conversation on the differences between clutter and hoarding. Drawing from personal experiences they share practical tips for what to do if you or a loved one struggle with hoarding. In this episode you will learn: why the mess is not always the actual problem when it comes to hoarding when it might be time to seek professional help what resources are available to help Find out more about Aftermath Cleanup Services  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. Special thanks to Tonya for joining me again this week!

Do you have a loved one that struggles with hoarding? On today’s episode Tonya Kubo joins Kathi as they discuss what it’s like to live with and love a family member who struggles with hoarding. In this episode you will learn: the difference between hoarding and clutter why hoarding is really a symptom of anxiety how to practice empathy with loved ones while understanding that only hoarders can help themselves 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. Special thanks to Tonya for joining me again this week!