Clutter Free Academy

By: Kathi Lipp
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  • Have you always known you could change the world - if only you could find your car keys on the regular? Clutter Free Academy is for you. If you want to live clutter free, organized and prepared for anything, this is to podcast you must listen to. With practical ideas and tons of hope, humor and how-tos, host Kathi Lipp with teach you to live with Less Cutter, More Life.
    (c) 2022 Kathi Lipp
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  • 632 – Decluttering with Teens and Other Family Members: Life Lessons in Letting Go and Prioritizing What Matters

    632 – Decluttering with Teens and Other Family Members: Life Lessons in Letting Go and Prioritizing What Matters
    Aug 27 2024

    Listeners will discover:

    • How to implement a fair and fun chore wheel system
    • The value of allowing teens to develop independence and responsibility
    • Navigating the transition when teens leave for college and return home
    • How building a strong family community prepares teens for life's challenges

    This episode provides listeners with actionable strategies for fostering independence, improving communication, and creating a harmonious household environment.

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    Meet our Guest Amy Betters-Midtvedt

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    amybettersmidtvedt.com

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    Amy Betters-Midtvedt on Instagram

    Order Amy's book You'll Make It (and They Will Too) here

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    Learn more about Clutter Free for Life

    Join our Clutter Free Academy Facebook Group

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    27 mins
  • 631 – Holiday Headstart: 5 More Tips for a Relaxed Season (Aug 20)

    631 – Holiday Headstart: 5 More Tips for a Relaxed Season (Aug 20)
    Aug 20 2024
    Do you ever say you'll start holiday prep early, but then suddenly it's December and you're in a tinsel-covered panic? Well, no more! In this episode, Kathi and co-host Tonya Kubo dive into part two of their discussion on preparing for the holidays in August. They offer practical advice for early holiday planning. Kathi and Tonya emphasize the importance of considering family needs, budgeting, and self-care in the planning process. Listeners will discover: How to plan for those perfect holiday photosHow to plan for budget-friendly holiday travelHow to create a realistic holiday decor plan (even if your husband Roger thinks there's no such thing as too many Christmas lights.) Throughout the episode, Kathi and Tonya offer relatable anecdotes and practical strategies to help listeners reduce holiday stress by planning ahead. Kathi shares her love for early holiday meal planning and cookbook perusing in this episode. She mentions one of her favorite recipes called Raclette. Check out Raclette photos in the banner as well as the recipe below! Raclette 3 to 7 oz. raclette cheese per person, sliced to fit the small trays under the raclette grill. (We find this at Trader Joe’s and at some of the fancier stores from around November through February, and we’ve even found it on Amazon.) 4 to 6 potatoes new potatoes per person, boiled with the skins on. (You have better things to do with your life than peel tiny potatoes.) Optional Ingredients: Everything else is what you like or have on hand. That’s the beauty of this meal—you get to make it what you love. Here are some ideas: bacon, beef fillet, thickly sliced, pork sausage, zucchini, thickly sliced, mushrooms, grape tomatoes, white pearl onions, bell peppers, thickly sliced, cornichons or pickled gherkins (traditional dinners call for sweet pickles, but we only use dill), pickled baby corn, asparagus, crusty hearty bread, barbecue sauce or ketchup (I have found this to be a game changer) Directions 1. Turn the raclette grill on to medium-high heat. 2. If you are using bacon, place the slices on the grill plate and cook to your liking. 3. Use the bacon fat to cook the other ingredients. (If you are not using bacon, simply brush the grill plate with some olive oil.) 4. Place some meat and vegetables on the hot grill plate. (When we have vegetarians or vegans visiting, we use two grills. You could even just use a tabletop skillet for the veggies and the raclette skillet for the cheese and meat.) 5. While the meat and vegetables are cooking on the grill plate, place slices of raclette cheese on the small trays and put them under the heating element. 6. Slice or smash the potatoes on your plate. Scrape the melted raclette cheese out of the tray and serve it over the warm potatoes. It is also common to place the melted cheese over the cooked vegetables. Some people even put slices of potatoes into the handled trays so that the cheese melts directly on top. About eight people can use one raclette set at a time. This is a warm, hearty dinner that is a universal hit at our house and with our guests. If you want to keep the whole meal on the tabletop, you can even use it to prepare dessert. Just clean off the grill and roast marshmallows over it to create tabletop s’mores. (Is there a better way to end a meal than with chocolate and marshmallows?) Did you miss part one of this conversation? Click #630 Plan Now, Relax Later: 5 August Tips for a Peaceful Christmas Would you like to receive an early Christmas gift? Join the Clutter Free Facebook Group where they will provide you with a download of all 10 Planning Tips! Remember,. Remember, you can't join the CFA Facebook Group without answering the membership questions. It's how we keep it the kindest corner of the internet. Click here to be notified when the next episode is released. Also, stay up to date and sign up here to receive our newsletter. Meet our Guest Tonya Kubo Links Mentioned: www.Tonyakubo.com Raclette cheese Clutter Free Resources: Learn more about Clutter Free for Life Join our Clutter Free Academy Facebook Group Let's stay connected To share your thoughts: Leave a note in the comment section below.Leave an honest review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews really help and I read each one. Subscribe on iTunes or subscribe to our newsletter now.
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    23 mins
  • 630 – Plan Now, Relax Later: 5 August Tips for a Peaceful Christmas

    630 – Plan Now, Relax Later: 5 August Tips for a Peaceful Christmas
    Aug 13 2024

    Do you feel stressed out during the holidays? Trust us, your future self will thank you for listening to this episode.

    In this episode of Clutter Free Academy, Kathi Lipp and co-host Tonya Kubo discuss the importance of making key decisions in August to ensure a less stressful holiday season. Kathi and Tonya emphasize the benefits of early planning, such as reduced stress, better financial management, and more time to enjoy the holiday season. They share personal anecdotes and practical advice, making the episode both relatable and actionable for listeners.

    Listeners will discover:

    • How to decide on holiday gathering dates, locations, and participants early to avoid last-minute conflicts.
    • How to plan gift exchanges, considering family dynamics and financial situations.
    • How to set a realistic holiday budget, including categories like gifts, food, and decorations.

    So grab a cool drink, find a comfy spot, and listen in on how to get started on making this Christmas your most organized and enjoyable one yet!

    Would you like to receive an early Christmas gift? Join the Clutter Free Facebook Group where they will provide you with a download of all 10 Planning Tips! Remember, you can't join the CFA Facebook Group without answering the membership questions. It's how we keep it the kindest corner of the internet.

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    Links Mentioned:

    www.Tonyakubo.com

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    Clutter Free Resources:

    Learn more about Clutter Free for Life

    Join our Clutter Free Academy Facebook Group

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I have been listening for a week. I have really gleamed a lot of helpful tips and insights to help me remove my clutter. Thanks so much for your podcast!

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