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  • Do you find yourself putting off uncomfortable tasks?

    Maybe you tell yourself that you work better under pressure...but does the work you produce under stress turn out better, or is it just done?

    In this episode, Kathi and her three-time co-author Cheri Gregory discuss the “pressure paradox.” Listen in as they rethink the myth of productivity under pressure, as well as discussing:

    Is procrastination based in fear? Priming your brain for your project How to avoid living in a state of constant triage

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    Meet Our Guest: Cheri Gregory Favorite Links:

    CheriGregory.com

    SensitiveAndStrong.com

    Books by Kathi Lipp & Cheri Gregory:

    You Don’t Have to Try So Hard: Ditch Expectations and Live Your Own Best Life

    Overwhelmed: How to Quiet the Chaos and Restore Your Sanity

    An Abundant Place

    Clutter Free Resources:

    Learn more about Clutter Free for Life

    Kathi Lipp's Clutter Free Academy Facebook Group

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  • A life-changing event happens like a new job, a new baby, a change in health, or any number of circumstances. You find yourself struggling with what to do with items in your space and wondering if this is a typical response.

    If you have ever felt like that, this episode has the encouragement and strategies you need.

    Join Kathi Lipp and her co-host and Clutter-Free Champion Tonya Kubo as they deep dive into decluttering when life feels overwhelming. Tonya recently lost two family members in a short period. She discusses how she helped her extended family deal with sentimental items while acknowledging that everyone has a different timeline when it comes to sorting through these items. Kathi and Tonya give helpful insights into decluttering when life feels like it is just too much with thoughts such as:

    Circumstances may change, but the clutter challenges are the same. Permitting yourself time to just sit with the items is okay. How the definition of clutter changes based on life transitions.

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    As Kathi mentioned in the episode, she has a free resource for you! Receive your Checklist for Decluttering When Moving or Downsizing by signing up for her newsletter here.

    Meet Our Guest: Tonya Kubo

    Links Mentioned:

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  • Are decluttering decisions breaking your brain? Are perfectionist tendencies keeping you from making progress? Tune in as Kathi and her guest, Clutter Free Academy cheerleader Tonya Kubo, discuss:

    Overcoming the overwhelm Making your minutes work for you

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  • We all have stuff we want to keep, whether for daily use or for posterity. The question is, do we have room for it? How much is too much?

    Don't let your abundance take over your abode. Tune in to hear Kathi and Roger as they discuss:

    How to contain t-shirts, tech goo, and other treasures What qualifies as a container, anyway?

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    Meet Our Guest: Roger Lipp

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    Sign up for our newsletter and receive the Container Principle check list!
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  • When you bring a new item into your space, do you struggle with where to put it?

    Have you ever uttered a sentence like this to yourself? “Why don’t I know where this goes?”

    Kathi Lipp and three-time co-author, friend, and frequent co-host Cheri Gregory are here to help. In this episode, they finish a two-part conversation about the straight line between perfectionism and clutter. Cheri speaks from an HSP (highly sensitive person) perspective and someone who struggles with perfectionism. She gives us some real-life advice from her recent kitchen and office remodel. Listen in as Kathi and Cheri discuss the connection between perfectionism and clutter, as well as:

    When is it time to let things go? What is valuable enough for you to store? What is anti-perfectionism and how to use it to make decisions

    Cheri Gregory mentioned using anti-perfectionism before purchasing a new office chair. Here’s the picture she promised us!

    Haven’t listened to episode 604 Why Your Perfectionism Is Keeping You Stuck in Clutter (And What You Can do About it) Part 1? Click here.

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    Meet Our Guest: Cheri Gregory Links Mentioned:

    SensitiveAndStrong.com

    Books by Kathi Lipp & Cheri Gregory:

    You Don’t Have to Try So Hard: Ditch Expectations and Live Your Own Best Life

    Overwhelmed: How to Quiet the Chaos and Restore Your Sanity

    An Abundant Place

    Favorites:

    Learn more about Clutter Free for Life

    Kathi Lipp's Clutter-free Academy Facebook Group

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  • Do you hesitate to start a decluttering project because you feel like you don’t have the time or resources to finish it?

    You might be struggling with an underlying cause of clutter which is perfectionism.

    Kathi Lipp and three-time co-author and frequent co-host Cheri Gregory start a two-part conversation about the straight line between perfectionism and clutter. Cheri speaks from an HSP (highly sensitive person) perspective and someone who struggles with perfectionism. Listen in as Kathi and Cheri discuss the connection between perfectionism and clutter, as well as:

    How to get away from all-or-nothing thinking The myth of form over function What procrastination might be telling you

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    Meet Our Guest: Cheri Gregory Links Mentioned:

    SensitiveAndStrong.com

    Books by Kathi Lipp & Cheri Gregory

    You Don’t Have to Try So Hard: Ditch Expectations and Live Your Own Best Life

    Overwhelmed: How to Quiet the Chaos and Restore Your Sanity

    An Abundant Place

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    Learn more about Clutter Free for Life

    Kathi Lipp's Clutter-free Academy Facebook Group

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  • When it’s time to make dinner, do you fall prey to the game of “Freezer Roulette?”

    Do you find yourself pulling out a container of presumably edible, yet completely unidentifiable frozen food, wondering:

    What is that? How long has it been there? Do I really want to eat that?

    Join Kathi and Roger Lipp for tips and tricks to organize your freezer and save yourself time, money, and hassle.

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    Meet Our Guest: Roger Lipp Favorites:

    FoodSafety.gov

    Milwaukee gloves

    Upright freezer with drawer organization

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  • Have you ever had a loved one pass and had to navigate the delicate and nuanced situation of going through the items left behind?

    Sweet friend, you are not alone.

    Listen to How to Sort Through a Loved One’s Belongings After They’re Gone Part 1 and then join Kathi Lipp and her guest Dorina Lazo Gilmore-Young, author of the book Breathing Through the Grief, A Devotional Journal for Seasons of Loss. Nine years ago, Dorina and her young daughters lost their 40-year-old husband and father to cancer. Listen in as Kathi and Dorina continue their conversation about love, honor, and preserving the memories of loved ones who have passed. They cover topics such as:

    Creative and honoring ways to use your loved one’s treasured belongings How to permit yourself to grieve Journaling to help with the processing of trauma

    Dorina Lazo Gilmore-Young wanted all of you to have easy access to an article she wrote highlighting ideas she and Kathi did not have time to talk about. Check out 10 Creative Ways To Honor A Loved One’s Memory (And Clean Out The Garage) for this valuable information.

    Interested in Dorina Lazo Gilmore-Young's newest book she and Kathi talked about in the past two episodes? Check out Breathing Through the Grief, A Devotional Journal for Seasons of Loss to take a closer look.

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    Meet Our Guest: Dorina Lazo Gilmore-Young Links Mentioned:

    Kathi Lipp's Clutter-free Academy Facebook Group

    Breathing Through the Grief, A Devotional Journal for Seasons of Loss by Dorina Lazo Gilmore-Young

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  • The loss of a loved one is a complicated road to travel. There are many layers to the grief.

    One of those layers is what to do with the belongings of that loved one once they are gone. In today’s episode, Kathi interviews the author of the book Breathing Through the Grief, A Devotional Journal for Seasons of Loss. Nine years ago, Dorina Lazo Gilmore-Young and her young daughters lost their 40-year-old husband and father to cancer.

    In this part 1 episode, Kathi and Dorina talk about this delicate subject as well as:

    When and how to start the sorting process How to avoid decision-making fatigue in the grief process How to involve close family members

    Dorina also shares ideas for ways to remember and honor your loved one.

    Grab a copy of Breathing Through the Grief, A Devotional Journal for Seasons of Loss by Dorina Lazo Gilmore-Young.

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    Meet Our Guest: Dorina Lazo Gilmore-Young Links Mentioned:

    Kathi Lipp's Clutter-free Academy Facebook Group

    Breathing Through the Grief, A Devotional Journal for Seasons of Loss by Dorina Lazo Gilmore-Young

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  • We all have a limited amount of our three greatest resources: time, energy, and money. Do you feel like you could be doing a better job making decisions about how to use those resources?

    Welcome to the conversation, friend!

    In Part 2 of Unpacking Money and Clutter: Exploring the Deep Connection, Kathi and Coach Stefania Mariaa continue the conversation about wanting to put every dollar, every bit of energy, and every bit of time into something that gives us a return. But what do those returns look like? Listen in as they talk about financial intimacy and other topics such as:

    How to get out of shame cycles How to change your mind set about mistakes. How “spending by proxy” affects your financial health

    Have you listened to 599 Unpacking Money and Clutter: Exploring the Deep Connection Part 1 with Coach Stefania Mariaa? Click here.

    Find information about Coach Stefania Mariaa’s financial Master Class here.

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    Favorites: Meet Our Guest: Stefania Mariaa

    BANK: Financial Intimacy Curriculum

    Burn Book to Bank Book: Inner Teen Money Masterclass

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  • We all have a common struggle with clutter and how it makes us feel – but did you know those same emotions apply to our relationship with money?

    Kathi Lipp and her guest, multidisciplinary coach and TikTok star Stefania Mariaa, have innovative and imaginative answers to the questions, “What is financial intimacy and why do I need it?” In this episode, Kathi and Stefania discuss ways to manage your personal finances and spending habits more deliberately and thoughtfully.

    Tune in to learn:

    Where do I stand on the spending spectrum? How do I make my time, energy, and money count? How does my inner teen influence my decisions?

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    Favorites: Meet Our Guest: Stefania Mariaa

    BANK: Financial Intimacy Curriculum

    Burn Book to Bank Book: Inner Teen Money Masterclass

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    Kathi Lipp's Clutter Free Academy Facebook Group

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  • Are you ready to start the year with less clutter?

    This is the episode for you, my friend.

    As you put away the holiday decorations and look around, you may feel like it’s time to start fresh with some decluttering for the new year. Kathi Lipp and her partner in life and decluttering Roger Lipp give us 7 perfectly practical ways to declutter by buying less in 2024. They’ve looked at their personal practices and come up with some fabulous ideas for you to implement to start 2024 a bit more clutter-free. Listen in as they discuss decluttering ideas such as:

    How to make online shopping inconvenient. How to use it up before you buy more. How to recognize your personal clutter traps.

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  • You made it through the holiday…but your living room didn’t! Are you wondering how to deal with all that Christmas clutter?

    In this episode, Kathi and Roger Lipp share five timely tips for taming the mayhem left behind after all the merriment.

    Listen in for their hints and hacks on:

    Knowing whether to return, recycle, or donate stuff left over from the festivities. Sharing out of your abundance. Saving your after-Christmas sanity!

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    Favorites: Meet Our Guest: Roger Lipp

    An Abundant Place: Daily Retreats for the Woman Who Can't Get Away

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    Kathi Lipp's Clutter Free Academy Facebook Group

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  • Do you feel like Christmas is the most wonderful time of the year…until you look at your bank account?

    Kathi Lipp and her co-host Deanna Day Young have clever, creative, and clutter-free answers to the question, “How can I celebrate the holidays and not overspend?” In this episode, Kathi and Deanna gift us with ten tips to keep the cost of Christmas down and the enjoyment up.

    They have ideas to help enjoy the holidays such as:

    How to use experiences as gift ideas. How to involve those you love in your decisions.

    And Kathi and Deanna share a brilliant surprise when giving gift cards!

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    Did you miss the first three episodes of this series? You can find them here:

    Your Holiday Gameplan When You're Low on Space

    Your Holiday Gameplan When You're Low on Time

    Your Holiday Gameplan When You're Low on Energy

    Links Mentioned: Meet Our Guest: Deanna Day Young

    Deanna Day Young

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  • Kathi and her guest Deanna Day Young are returning for part three of their discussion on how to design your holiday gameplan! This week they are helping us know what to do when we are low on energy.

    Listen in as they share ten ideas that will help us all to:

    Think through what is most important. Set realistic expectations. Divide responsibility among family members. Take care of ourselves. Use our resources wisely.

    Next week Kathi and Deanna will finish the series by talking about what to do when you’re low on money. Sign up here to be notified when the next episode is released. Did you miss the first two episodes of this series? You can find them here:

    Your Holiday Gameplan When You're Low on Space

    Your Holiday Gameplan When You're Low on Time

    Links Mentioned: Meet Our Guest: Deanna Day Young

    Deanna Day Young

    The Christmas Project Planner

    Apple Hill in Placerville, California

    Ace Hardware

    Costco Holiday Paper Plates

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  • Do you struggle with trusting yourself when it comes to living clutter-free?

    Kathi Lipp and her cohost Tonya Kubo are here for you! In part 2 of "What I Learned About Clutter in 2023 that Will Change My Relationship with Stuff in 2024," Kathi and Tonya give us tips #2 and #3 for your clutter-free journey.

    Listen in and learn:

    The importance of community Kathi and Tonya’s personal challenges with clutter Kathi’s solution to the problem that plagues so many of us!

    Kathi mentions the virtual Abundant Home Conference that is a BONUS when you sign up for Clutter-Free for Life. You'll find that information here.

    Want to know tip #1 from Part 1 of today's episode? Click here.

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    Links Mentioned: Meet Our Guest: Tonya Kubo

    Clutter Free For Life

    Clutter Free books and resources

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    Learn more about Clutter Free for Life

    The Clutter Free for Life annual membership is on sale right now for $118 (regular price is $299 or $24.99 per month) from Nov. 28 to Dec. 8. It returns to its regular price on Dec. 9, so join here today!

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  • Kathi Lipp and Tonya Kubo have been decluttering their own homes and teaching others to do the same for many years. But there are always new things to learn! In this two-part series, this decluttering duo discusses what they have been learning this year about their clutter and about themselves.

    Listen in and learn:

    What kind of language can we use to talk about clutter with those we live with? How can we focus on our own stuff without building up resentment toward others? Ways to discover if your stuff problem is really a relational or personal issue, and what to do about it.

    Come back next week for the rest of the conversation, when Kathi and Tonya talk about how to trust yourself and how to know yourself when it comes to your clutter. Be sure to sign up here and be notified when the next episode is released.

    Links Mentioned: Meet Our Guest: Tonya Kubo

    Clutter Free For Life

    Clutter Free books and resources

    Favorites:

    Learn more about Clutter Free for Life

    The Clutter Free for Life annual membership is on sale right now for $118 (regular price is $299 or $24.99 per month) from Nov. 28 to Dec. 8. It returns to its regular price on Dec. 9, so join here today!

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  • Do you feel like there is too much to do and not enough time to do it during the holidays?

    You are not alone, friend!

    Kathi Lipp and her favorite elf Deanna Day Young talk about strategies to keep your holidays less stressful so you can take care of the future you. In Part 2 of a three-part series, they lay out ten time-saving and preplanning tips to keep you moving and merry during this season when time is a valuable commodity.

    Listen in as Kathi and Deanna each share five of their favorite holiday hacks such as:

    How do they plan their holiday outfits? Hint: It keeps things clutter-free! How to keep holiday gift-giving manageable. And they share their favorite holiday recipes with us! Check those out below.

    Have you listened to 591 Your Holiday Gameplan When You're Low on Space? Click here.

    Next week Kathi and Deanna will continue the holiday theme as they discuss what to do when you’re low on money. (And who isn’t?) Sign up here to be notified when the next episode is released.

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    Baked Mac & Cheese
    Ingredients:
    1 Box of Kraft Deluxe Macaroni & Cheese
    1 cup milk
    ½ cup sour cream
    1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

    Prepare Mac & Cheese as directed on package. Add milk and sour cream. Mix well. Spoon into 8"x8" baking dish. Top with cheese. Bake at 400 degrees for 30 minutes or until cheese is completely melted and lightly browned.

    **This recipe can easily be doubled and baked in a 9"x13" baking dish. Increase bake time to 45 minutes.

    S'mores Bars
    Ingredients:
    ½ c. butter, softened
    ½ c. sugar
    1 egg
    1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    ¾ c. graham crackers, crushed or graham cracker crumbs
    ¾ c. all-purpose flour
    ¼ teaspoon salt
    1 teaspoon baking powder
    3 regular size Hershey bars
    7 oz jar of marshmallow creme

    In a large mixing bowl, cream butter and sugar until fluffy. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract. Add crushed graham crackers or graham cracker crumbs, flour, salt and baking powder; beat until well mixed, scraping the sides of the bowl. Put a layer of aluminum foil down in the 8"x8" pan and grease the foil. This will allow you to lift the dessert out of the baking pan to cool after baking and allow for easier cutting into bars. Spoon half of the dough into a greased 8"x8" baking pan and spread evenly. Break chocolate bars into pieces and arrange over the dough. Spread a layer of marshmallow creme over the chocolate. Flatten the remaining dough and lay over marshmallow creme. The remaining dough may not cover the entire layer of marshmallow creme but place sporadically over the marshmallow creme layer. Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes or until golden brown. Lift foil out of baking pan and place on cooling rack. Allow dessert to cool and cut into squares.

    Honey Bun Cake
    Mix together:
    1 box yellow cake mix
    8 oz. sour cream
    2/3 cup vegetable oil
    4 eggs

    Pour half of batter in greased 9x13 pan. In separate bowl, mix together: 2 Tablespoons cinnamon 1 cup of brown sugar Sprinkle cinnamon/brown sugar mixture over batter. Pour remaining batter on top. Bake 350 degrees for 35-45 minutes Poke holes in cake with a fork while hot and pour the following mixture over cake:
    2 ½ cups powdered sugar
    ½ cup milk
    1 tsp vanilla

    Artichoke Dip
    Servings 8 people
    Prep Time 10 minutes
    Cook Time 30 minutes
    Total Time 40 minutes

    Ingredients:
    8 oz cream cheese
    1 c. Parmesan cheese – shredded
    1 c. mayonnaise low-fat or fat-free is acceptable (pantry)
    ½ t. dill weed
    1 clove garlic crushed
    1 can artichoke hearts drained and chopped (pantry)

    Instructions:

    Preheat oven to 350 Cream the cream cheese, add the Parmesan cheese, mayonnaise, dill weed and garlic. Mix well. Fold in the chopped artichoke hearts and then spoon mixture into a 9×9 pan. Bake for 30 minutes.

    Recipe Notes:
    Serve with crackers, toasted baguettes, or toasted pita points. Serves 8 as an appetizer

    Overnight Sausage, Egg, and Hashbrown Breakfast Casserole
    Ingredients:
    1 pound breakfast sausage, crumbled
    6 cups frozen shredded hashbrowns, thawed
    12 large eggs
    2 cups whole milk or half-and-half
    1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
    1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
    1/2 cup diced onion
    1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
    1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
    1 teaspoon salt
    1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
    1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
    1/4 teaspoon paprika

    Instructions:

    In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the crumbled breakfast sausage until browned and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside to cool slightly. In a 9x13-inch baking dish, evenly spread the thawed shredded hashbrowns. Set aside. In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk or half-and-half, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika until well combined. Stir in the cooked sausage, diced onion, diced red bell pepper, chopped fresh parsley, and both shredded cheeses until well mixed. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the hashbrowns in the baking dish. Use a spatula or the back of a spoon to gently press the mixture down, ensuring that the hashbrowns are well-covered. Cover the baking dish with plastic wrap or aluminum foil and refrigerate overnight, or for at least 8 hours. The next morning, preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Remove the casserole from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for about 20-30 minutes before baking. Remove the cover and bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 45-55 minutes, or until the eggs are set and the top is golden brown. To check for doneness, insert a knife in the center of the casserole; it should come out clean. Allow the casserole to cool for 10 minutes before serving. Cut into squares and serve with your favorite hot sauce, salsa, or ketchup, if desired.
  • Kathi and her guest Deanna Day Young love decorating for Christmas, but what do you do when you are low on space? Kathi and Deanna both have experienced living in small spaces, and in today’s podcast they share ten ideas for decorating for the holidays, no matter how much room you have to work with.

    Listen in and hear some helpful tips, including:

    What to consider when decorating for each season. Deanna’s trick for making cleanup extra easy! The best color choice for decorating a holiday table. How to keep your gifts clutter-free.

    Next week Kathi and Deanna will continue the holiday theme as they discuss what to do when you’re low on time. (And who isn’t?) Sign up here to be notified when the next episode is released.

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    Links Mentioned: Meet Our Guest: Deanna Day Young

    Deanna Day Young

    Custom Stamp (Kathi is using for Christmas tags)

    Samaritan’s Purse Gift Catalog

    Barnes and Noble

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  • You might have heard of the Circle of Life but how about the Circle of Thrift?

    In this part 2 episode, Kathi interviews full-time Pinterest employee and thrifting enthusiast Erin Handley. Erin and Kathi both have a love for a great thrift find and share personal stories about how thrifting has been a real benefit to them and their families through the years. Listen in as she and Kathi laugh and discuss some tips and tricks they have learned about thrifting, such as:

    There are times of year when people donate certain items. Kathi and Erin share when those times are! How to develop your personal style while thrifting. What is the Circle of Thrift?

    Bonus: Erin shares her super secret thrifting tip of where, when, and how to find those special items you’re looking for!

    Haven’t listened to 589 Thrifting with Purpose: Tips and Strategies for Finding Gems and Reducing Clutter - Part 1? Click here.

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    Links Mentioned: Meet Our Guest: Erin Handley

    Erin Handley on the Leading Bold Podcast

    Erin Handley on Instagram

    Kathi Lipp's Clutter Free Academy Facebook Group

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