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  • During the fall and winter, I like to step back and think more broadly about our outdoor space ~ about my goals, values, functionally, and aesthetics. How successful do I think my outdoor space was this past season?

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    Episode 72: Lowkey Gathering Ideas

    Episode 62: Swedish Death Cleaning

    Episode 117: Choosing what gift to give

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  • Do you have a house cleaner? I read a funny thing... and then ended up with a podcast episode about it.

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    1. Ep. 30 // Creating Spaces for Introverts and Extroverts

    2. Reddit thread about housekeepers

    3. Binge-listen to Ep. 25 -28, a series about your outdoor space

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  • Let's dive into the stories of two women whose lives were permanently changed after buying a home. How has your home impacted you? Does something about it bring you pleasure and joy?

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    A tour of Turkey Hill: Martha Stewarts first home

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  • Every now and then, I do an episode intended to be listened to over and over; something you can come back to. Let's take a pause and savor the time nature intended us to hibernate.

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  • Let’s talk about using your dining room more and elevating your dining experience so that you want to!

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    EPISODE 44 // The color of your Plates and Bowls

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  • The more meaningful and personal the present, the greater the respect and honor being shown. A truly thoughtful gift is far less likely to end up in the landfill. Use this episode as a tool (over and over!) when thinking of what gift to give.

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  • Isn't it interesting how different homes have different smells? I have often wondered what my house smells like to others. Let's dive into the sense of smell as it pertains to our homes.

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    Bio Techniques Can Smell Impact Visual Perception Harvard What the Nose Knows by Colleen Walsh The Guardian Why smelling good could come with a cost to health Ep. 46 // The Haunting of a House

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  • Let’s examine side yards and their important role. Whether yours is just 5-1/2 feet from the fence line, like mine, or half an acre, like some of my family in Michigan, it can be a hardworking area.

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    Outside Magazine Ode to the Side Yard Episode 43: Scale & Proportion of ArtChex Mix Recipe

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  • Sometimes framing our challenge makes it simpler to address. Let's think about our unique challenges in our homes.

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    Episode 5: The Space that Doesn't Get Used

    Legal Disclosure: Kristina Browning is a licensed Realtor in the State of Oregon with 503 Properties. “Home Functionality Coach” and "Create a Home that Thrives" are registered Trademarks of Kristina Browning.

  • What is the real cost of something as it relates to your home? Not just monetarily but in time and quality of life?

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    1. Medium; “Does Owning more Stuff make you Happier?” by Rebecca West

    2. How to Make Your Life Exciting Again; The Mel Robbins Podcast with special guest Dr. Tali Sharot

    3. Episode 83: Sorting your things

    4. Episode 61: A Story about breast cancer, home and healing

    Legal Disclosure: Kristina Browning is a licensed Realtor in the State of Oregon with 503 Properties. “Home Functionality Coach” and "Create a Home that Thrives" are registered Trademarks of Kristina Browning.

  • 8 minutes of Joy and a dopamine menu; An episode you can revisit over and over!

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    1. My favorite coloring markers: Letraset ProMarkers

    2. New York Times cooking section

    3. Creator Payton Sartain

    Legal Disclosure: Kristina Browning is a licensed Realtor in the State of Oregon with 503 Properties. “Home Functionality Coach” and "Create a Home that Thrives" are registered Trademarks of Kristina Browning.

  • "How wonderful yellow is. It stands for the sun," the artist Vincent Van Gogh once said. Let's think about decorating with the color Yellow!

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    Architectural Digest Color Trends through the Decades SoundsLikeNoise.org The Sound of Yellow Dayroom Yellow by Farrow & BallVeranda “How to Decorate with Yellow the Right Way, According to Designers” VeryWellMind.com The Psychology of the Color Yellow One Kings Lane Blog: The Yellow That Is Making an Unexpected Comeback Lulu and Georgia Persimmon Birds Wallpaper Julia Louis-Dreyfus Podcast Wiser than Me

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  • A short reflection exercise to help you give some thought to your home space and reasons. You can come back to this episode as often as you'd like.

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    James Clear: Quote "Of all the ways you could be spending your precious time and attention, it is very unlikely that you are currently spending it in the optimal way. The only path I know for figuring out a better way to spend your life is to sit and think. You simply have to carve out some time to think carefully about what you're doing, why you're doing it, and what you're really trying to achieve. Nobody stumbles into a well-lived life. It has to be cultivated. Reflection and review are critical." Connect with James’ outstanding newsletter Atomic Habits or buy his best-selling book: https://jamesclear.comEpisode 2 | Our Free Time & History: https://homespaceandreason.podbean.com/e/leisuretimeinyourhome/

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  • Let's talk about buying, donating, organizing and the sustainability of stuffed animals. Enjoy special guest Charlotte, Founder of LovedBefore.

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    Loved_Before_London on Instagram Loved Before WebsiteStuffed Animal Storage Bean Bag Chair Corner Hammock Stuffed Animal Storage (Size and Color) Customizable Corner Hammock Stuffed Animal StorageAddress for donating stuffies in the US: Please send your bears, dogs, and bunnies to Fluff Restoration PO Box Box 163, Spring Arbor, MI 49283.

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  • If you struggle with imperfection OR you have projects that you put off, you might enjoy this short episode!

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    1. This story was written and originally posted by Nate Howe. Find him on X Here. Find him on Instagram Here.

    2. Striving for Perfection

    3. Episode 70: You in your Home

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  • Learn about a new concept in organizing with special guest Christen Fackler of “I Organize Everything.” She is a neurodivergent professional organizer and online content creator. She coined the organization concept of Cousins, coworkers or family. Let's learn about it!

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    Christen’s “I Organize Everything” WebsiteChristen’s YouTube ChannelBuy her worksheets at her ShopBook // “How to Organize Everything” by Christen Fackler Christen's TikTok ProfileHome Space and Reason Episode 5 | Space that Isn't UsedHome Space and Reason Episode 8b: Making a Family Annual

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  • This is a special video edition of the 3rd in a series of decorating using specific colors.

    Let's dive into thoughts and inspiration about decorating with the color Red. If you want to watch this episode, you will enjoy seeing various color palettes with red in them for inspiration. If you didn’t start listening at Episode 1, I invite you to start from the beginning. There are too many jewels to miss.

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    Elle Decor: The Viral ‘Unexpected Red’ Theory in Interior Design Actually Isn’t That Simple Juice Box Interactive; From Harvest Gold to Millennial Pink: colors that defined the decades Andy Young Creative Monster FriendsCSS Gradient Shades of Red SoundsLikeNoise.org the Sound of Red Smithsonian Magazine: Why are All Swedish Cottages Painted Red?Modern Farmer: Why are barns painted red?

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  • Immerse yourself in deeper thinking about your bedroom.

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    Amazon Inexpensive HeadboardEp. 25: Great Curb Appeal Ep. 26: Creating great Outdoor Spaces Ep: 27: Attracting Hummingbirds, Butterflies & Birds Ep. 28: Fencing, Hedges & Privacy Screens

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  • Let’s discuss decorating and accenting with the color green.

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    Veranda: 3 Ways to Make Your Bathroom Look More Expensive, according to designers St. Louis Art Museum “Death on the doorstep: Arsenic in Victorian Wallpaper” Mental Health America: How do colors in my home change my mood? Color psychology explained: Green JRL Interiors: Decorating with Green Brick and Batton: Our Favorite Green Exterior House Colors Sounds Like Noise. org // The Colour of Sounds: GreenThe book Greenlights by Matthew McConaughey

    Legal Disclosure: Kristina Browning is a licensed Realtor in the State of Oregon with 503 Properties. “Home Functionality Coach” and "Create a Home that Thrives" are registered Trademarks of Kristina Browning.

  • An intentionally short episode meant to refer back to on how to prepare your garden, flower beds, shrubs etc when you know extreme heat is headed your way.

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