# kathi — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 2 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover kathi. Page: Feed: --- ## [When Every Day Is Different: The Five Non-Negotiables That Keep You Anchored](https://share.transistor.fm/s/3e6e2cab) _2026-08-18 · Kathi Lipp · Clutter Free Academy_ Some seasons don't come with a schedule. If you're caregiving, working nights, parenting teenagers, traveling for work, or simply living in a house where no two days look the same, most organizing advice falls flat. "Do laundry on Tuesday" doesn't work when Tuesday might be spent in a hospital waiting room. In this episode of Clutter Free Academy , Kathi Lipp answers a listener question that hits… [Listen](https://media.transistor.fm/3e6e2cab/15ba2510.mp3) ## [The Fluctuating Capacity Problem: Why Some Days Clutter Feels Unbearable](https://share.transistor.fm/s/fd0b2e6d) _2026-08-11 · Kathi Lipp · Clutter Free Academy_ Do you ever feel like clutter isn't just messy—it's loud? For highly sensitive people, visual clutter can feel like constant noise, making it nearly impossible to relax, focus, or feel at peace in your own home. In this episode, Kathi Lipp continues her conversation with Cheri Gregory about the unique challenges HSPs face when it comes to decluttering. Together, they tackle real questions from… [Listen](https://media.transistor.fm/fd0b2e6d/c8b1edfd.mp3) ## [What Every Highly Sensitive Person Needs to Know About Clutter and Overwhelm](https://share.transistor.fm/s/27ee660f) _2026-08-05 · Kathi Lipp · Clutter Free Academy_ Do you ever feel like clutter affects you more deeply than it seems to affect others? Like a messy kitchen doesn't just annoy you—it actually dysregulates your entire day? If so, you might be among the 20-30% of the population known as Highly Sensitive People (HSPs), and this episode is for you. In this conversation, Kathi sits down with her longtime friend and co-author Cheri Gregory to explore… [Listen](https://media.transistor.fm/27ee660f/ed1416be.mp3) ## [The August Office Reset: Getting Ready for Fall Without the Overwhelm](https://share.transistor.fm/s/2145b4c0) _2026-07-29 · Kathi Lipp · Clutter Free Academy_ Is your home office a source of stress instead of productivity? You're not alone. That pile of papers, the drawer stuffed with pens you forgot you owned, the desk you have to clear before you can even sit down to work—it's overwhelming. But it doesn't have to stay that way. In this episode, Kathi Lipp and Grace Church dive into practical strategies for tackling office clutter without the… [Listen](https://media.transistor.fm/2145b4c0/059509aa.mp3) ## [What Low Buy July Taught Me About Why I Really Shop](https://share.transistor.fm/s/d78a841c) _2026-07-23 · Kathi Lipp · Clutter Free Academy_ Have you ever finished a challenge and wondered how to keep that momentum going? In this solo episode of Clutter Free Academy, Kathi Lipp unpacks the surprising lessons she learned during Low Buy July—and reveals which habits she's keeping for good. What You'll Discover in This Episode If you've ever felt overwhelmed by clutter, struggled with impulse buying, or wondered why you keep accumulating… [Listen](https://media.transistor.fm/d78a841c/2be9dd1f.mp3) ## [Shop Your Own Home: The Low Buy July Decorating Reset You Didn't Know You Needed](https://share.transistor.fm/s/28acc864) _2026-07-14 · Kathi Lipp · Clutter Free Academy_ Do you ever get the itch to redecorate your entire house—especially when you've committed to not buying anything new? You're not alone. During Low Buy July, that desire for something fresh and new can feel overwhelming. But what if the solution isn't at the store? What if everything you need is already in your home? In this episode of Clutter Free Academy, Kathi Lipp sits down with Tenneil… [Listen](https://media.transistor.fm/28acc864/ca28734a.mp3) ## [The Backstock Problem: Why You Keep Rebuying What You Already Have](https://share.transistor.fm/s/e3df80fb) _2026-07-07 · Kathi Lipp · Clutter Free Academy_ Do you ever buy something at the store only to come home and realize you already had three of them tucked away somewhere? You're not alone—and you're definitely not bad with money. You're just a busy human being navigating real life. In this episode of Clutter Free Academy, Kathi and Roger Lipp dive into one of the most powerful Low Buy July strategies: shopping your own house. When they first… [Listen](https://media.transistor.fm/e3df80fb/862d7995.mp3) ## [Low Buy July Kitchen Edition: Why Your Freezer Holds the Key to This Month's Wins](https://share.transistor.fm/s/c2186cac) _2026-07-04 · Kathi Lipp · Clutter Free Academy_ Do you ever open your fridge, stare at the shelves, and decide you have "nothing to eat"—only to order takeout while perfectly good food sits forgotten in your freezer? You're not alone. This episode of Clutter Free Academy tackles one of the most common sources of both clutter and wasted money: the kitchen. Kathi Lipp welcomes back fan-favorite Tonya Kubo to kick off Low Buy July with a focus on… [Listen](https://media.transistor.fm/c2186cac/47b72120.mp3) ## [Low Buy July: How to Stop Spending Without Going Off the Grid](https://share.transistor.fm/s/6309d6c4) _2026-06-23 · Kathi Lipp · Clutter Free Academy_ Do you ever feel like stuff just keeps appearing in your home? You buy another white shirt because you forgot you already own three. You grab dry shampoo "just in case" and come home to find a small collection already waiting. What if the real problem isn't that you have too much stuff—it's that you don't know what you have? In this episode of Clutter Free Academy, Kathi Lipp and Grace Church… [Listen](https://media.transistor.fm/6309d6c4/aa4c2b65.mp3) ## [Why Your Office Cleanup Never Sticks (And the 15-Minute Rule That Actually Works)](https://share.transistor.fm/s/6a960c65) _2026-06-16 · Kathi Lipp · Clutter Free Academy_ Does the thought of tackling your home office make you want to close the door and pretend it doesn't exist? You're not alone. In this episode of Clutter Free Academy, Kathi Lipp sits down with Grace Church to discuss why most office decluttering attempts fail—and what actually works instead. What You'll Discover in This Episode August brings that familiar back-to-school energy, and it's the… [Listen](https://media.transistor.fm/6a960c65/973013e6.mp3) ## [Point a Domain, Start a Pit (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/RPcePnCULbWw) _2026-06-16 · **Sponsored**_ Point any domain to a blacked-out, poison-green coming-soon page with an email waitlist. ## [When Knowing It's Clutter Isn't Enough to Let It Go](https://share.transistor.fm/s/08d0b6c9) _2026-06-10 · Kathi Lipp · Clutter Free Academy_ Have you ever decluttered a room only to watch it fill back up three months later? If so, this episode of the Clutter Free Podcast is for you. Kathi Lipp sits down with Katy Joy Wells, host of the Maximized Minimalist podcast with over 5 million downloads, to explore why traditional decluttering methods often fail—and what actually works for those who struggle with emotional attachment to their… [Listen](https://media.transistor.fm/08d0b6c9/ca44127f.mp3) ## [The Overpacker's Guide to Smarter Travel (Without the Guilt)](https://share.transistor.fm/s/319e6cc2) _2026-06-02 · Kathi Lipp · Clutter Free Academy_ Do you dread packing for a trip? Are you an overpacker who loves having options but hates paying baggage fees? Whether you're heading out for a family vacation or traveling for work, packing doesn't have to be a source of stress and anxiety. In this episode of Clutter Free Academy, Kathi Lipp sits down with author and literary agent Barb Roose—a self-proclaimed overpacker who has mastered the art… [Listen](https://media.transistor.fm/319e6cc2/6d561bf7.mp3) ## [Why the Big Saturday Garage Cleanout Never Works (Try This Instead)](https://share.transistor.fm/s/eb631133) _2026-05-26 · Kathi Lipp · Clutter Free Academy_ If you're one of the many homeowners who can't park a car in their garage, you're not alone—and you're definitely not without hope. In this episode of Clutter Free Academy, Kathi Lipp sits down with returning guest Tenneil Register, who brings a unique perspective to garage organization from her experience managing inventory for an actual retail store. Why the Garage Is So Hard to Tame The garage… [Listen](https://media.transistor.fm/eb631133/c3f1ea39.mp3) ## [When Nobody Wants Your Stuff: Smart Alternatives When Thrift Stores Say No](https://share.transistor.fm/s/f7b7141e) _2026-05-23 · Kathi Lipp · Clutter Free Academy_ Are you holding onto mattresses, kitchen supplies, or linens because your adult kids might need them someday? You're not alone—and you're not wrong for wanting to help. But what feels like wisdom or generosity might actually be one of the sneakiest forms of clutter. In this episode of Clutter Free Academy, Kathi Lipp and Grace Church tackle a question that resonates with so many listeners: How do… [Listen](https://media.transistor.fm/f7b7141e/012e8e13.mp3) ## [Why Your Unpredictable Schedule Isn't the Problem (Your Survival Strategy Is)](https://share.transistor.fm/s/3ed96d1e) _2026-05-17 · Kathi Lipp · Clutter Free Academy_ Do you ever feel like traditional organizing advice just doesn't work for your life? Maybe you're a caregiver with an unpredictable schedule, a mom juggling multiple kids' activities, or someone whose daily responsibilities shift constantly. If you've ever felt like you can't get on top of life because life just won't stay still, this episode is for you. When Every Day Looks Different In this… [Listen](https://media.transistor.fm/3ed96d1e/192c2685.mp3) ## [Revenge Bedtime Procrastination and the Morning You Keep Losing](https://share.transistor.fm/s/a0feaf33) _2026-05-07 · Kathi Lipp · Clutter Free Academy_ Do you feel defeated before your feet even hit the floor? Does your morning feel like a race you've already lost? You're not alone—and more importantly, you're not the problem. In this encouraging episode, Kathi sits down with bestselling author Jennifer Bennett to unpack what morning rituals can actually look like when life is a lot. Jennifer shares a perspective-shifting truth: everyone is a… [Listen](https://media.transistor.fm/a0feaf33/0e2db19b.mp3) ## [Why Your Bedroom Became the Dumping Ground (And How to Reclaim Your Sanctuary)](https://share.transistor.fm/s/bfb9a64a) _2026-04-28 · Kathi Lipp · Clutter Free Academy_ Do you find yourself postponing bedtime because the thought of walking into your cluttered bedroom feels overwhelming? You're not alone. For many of us, the bedroom has become a catch-all space—a place where laundry piles up, papers accumulate on nightstands, and clutter hides behind closed doors. Your Bedroom Should Be Your Exhale Room In this episode of Clutter Free Academy, Kathi Lipp and… [Listen](https://media.transistor.fm/bfb9a64a/400ae05a.mp3) ## [Procrastinivity and the Last Two Rooms: A Clutter-Free Q&A](https://share.transistor.fm/s/ded261bc) _2026-04-21 · Kathi Lipp · Clutter Free Academy_ Have you conquered most of your home only to find yourself completely stuck on those final one or two rooms? You're not alone. Those last spaces are almost always the hardest—and there's a reason for that. In this encouraging episode, Kathi Lipp sits down with Grace Church, the community leader of Clutter Free for Life, to tackle one of the most common struggles in the decluttering journey:… [Listen](https://media.transistor.fm/ded261bc/4652b776.mp3) ## [Why Your House Smells (And You Don't Even Know It): The Nose-Blind Fix](https://share.transistor.fm/s/d88912cd) _2026-04-14 · Kathi Lipp · Clutter Free Academy_ Have you ever walked into someone else's home and immediately noticed a smell—good or bad—and wondered what your own house smells like to visitors? The truth is, we all become "nose blind" to our own homes, and no amount of candles can cover up odors that haven't been eliminated at the source. What You'll Learn in This Episode In this practical episode, Kathi Lipp and Tenneil Register tackle a… [Listen](https://media.transistor.fm/d88912cd/fc037c4e.mp3) ## [Cleaning Out Your Parents' Home Without Losing Your Relationship (Or Your Mind)](https://share.transistor.fm/s/d1abf9e9) _2026-04-07 · Kathi Lipp · Clutter Free Academy_ If you're staring down the overwhelming task of helping your parents downsize or clean out their home, you're not alone. Whether it's preparing for a move, navigating a health transition, or dealing with the aftermath of loss, this emotionally charged process can leave even the most organized person feeling stuck. In this episode of Clutter Free Academy, Kathi sits down with Ruthie Gray, host of… [Listen](https://media.transistor.fm/d1abf9e9/be6d72bc.mp3) ## [Licensed Dispensaries, Pay with Crypto (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/yKDtOPaCX31l) _2026-04-07 · **Sponsored**_ Search verified licensed dispensaries and pay with Bitcoin, Lightning, or stablecoins. ## [From Locker Room to Spa: The Bathroom Reclaim That Doesn't Require a Remodel](https://share.transistor.fm/s/374d22d5) _2026-03-31 · Kathi Lipp · Clutter Free Academy_ Do you dream of walking into your bathroom and feeling like you've stepped into a peaceful spa instead of a chaotic locker room? You're not alone. That sense of calm—the clear counters, the beautiful organization, the space to breathe—is absolutely achievable without a single renovation. In this episode, Kathi Lipp sits down with her friend Tenneil Register to tackle one of the most overlooked… [Listen](https://media.transistor.fm/374d22d5/8e8ff9c8.mp3) ## [The Costco Effect: Why We Keep Buying What We Already Own](https://share.transistor.fm/s/2587114c) _2026-03-24 · Kathi Lipp · Clutter Free Academy_ Do you ever find yourself at Costco reaching for another container of something, only to discover you already have eight at home? You're not alone. The struggle with over-buying is real, and it's one of the sneakiest ways clutter creeps into our homes. In this honest and practical episode, Kathi Lipp and Roger Lipp share their own journey with accumulation—from discovering a three-year supply of… [Listen](https://media.transistor.fm/2587114c/d3bf8202.mp3) ## [Why Cluttery People Need Spiritual Giants (And How to Find Yours)](https://share.transistor.fm/s/ebe8dbcf) _2026-03-18 · Kathi Lipp · Clutter Free Academy_ Do you ever feel like your cluttered home is just a symptom of something deeper? That nagging sense of overwhelm, the guilt about unfinished projects, the shame that creeps in when company comes over—what if it all points to something going on in your heart? In this thought-provoking episode, Kathi Lipp sits down with author Lori G Melton to explore a beautiful spiritual practice that might just… [Listen](https://media.transistor.fm/ebe8dbcf/67d4975a.mp3) ## [Stop Shame Cleaning: How to Build Systems That Work on Your Worst Days](https://share.transistor.fm/s/9e7453fa) _2026-03-10 · Kathi Lipp · Clutter Free Academy_ Have you ever noticed that the only time your house gets truly clean is right before company arrives? You're not alone. But that frantic, shame-fueled cleaning comes at a cost—and it's not sustainable. In this episode, Kathi Lipp and Tenneil Register dive deep into the difference between cleaning from shame and cleaning from a place of grace. They explore why those "shame spirals" actually make… [Listen](https://media.transistor.fm/9e7453fa/0c62f461.mp3) ## [Stop Blaming Your Discipline: Why Capacity May be the Real Reason Your Systems Keep Failing](https://share.transistor.fm/s/97ffd02c) _2026-03-03 · Kathi Lipp · Clutter Free Academy_ Do you find yourself constantly asking, "Why can't I keep up with my house?" or beating yourself up for being "undisciplined"? What if the problem isn't that you're lazy—but that you're depleted? In this eye-opening episode of Clutter-Free Academy, Kathi Lipp and Tenneil Register dive deep into the difference between discipline and capacity—and why understanding this distinction could change… [Listen](https://media.transistor.fm/97ffd02c/21774244.mp3) ## [When Pushing Harder Makes the Clutter Worse: Discipline, Capacity, and the Shame Spiral](https://share.transistor.fm/s/8a9accc7) _2026-02-27 · Kathi Lipp · Clutter Free Academy_ Have you ever wondered why your decluttering systems only seem to work for a week before falling apart? Why you can't seem to stick with routines that work perfectly for everyone else? The answer might surprise you—and it has nothing to do with your willpower. It's Not a Discipline Problem—It's a Capacity Problem In this eye-opening episode, Kathi Lipp and Tenneil Register explore the crucial… [Listen](https://media.transistor.fm/8a9accc7/5f911a57.mp3) ## [The 15-Minute Company Plan: What Actually Matters When Someone's Coming Over](https://share.transistor.fm/s/e777d160) _2026-02-19 · Kathi Lipp · Clutter Free Academy_ Do you long to invite people into your life but feel like your house just isn't ready? Maybe you're mid-project, mid-clutter, or mid-life chaos, and the thought of having someone over feels overwhelming. If that's you, this episode offers the permission and practical strategies you need to start practicing hospitality right where you are. What You'll Discover in This Episode Sue Donaldson, author… [Listen](https://media.transistor.fm/e777d160/0b7ca90b.mp3) ## [Why Your Morning Is Failing: The Night-Before Routine That Changes Everything](https://share.transistor.fm/s/d2d70081) _2026-02-10 · Kathi Lipp · Clutter Free Academy_ Do you ever wake up to a sink full of dishes, no plan for dinner, and a morning that feels like it's already behind before it's begun? You're not alone. For those of us who struggle with clutter and chaos, mornings can feel like an uphill battle—but what if a simple 15-minute routine the night before could change everything? In this episode, Kathi and Roger Lipp dive into the concept of the… [Listen](https://media.transistor.fm/d2d70081/02a65b35.mp3) ## [Boring Systems Set You Free: Why the Unsexy Routines Actually Work](https://share.transistor.fm/s/b8d8a8a0) _2026-02-03 · Kathi Lipp · Clutter Free Academy_ Do you walk in the door exhausted, drop your keys somewhere random, and then spend the next morning frantically searching for them? You're not alone. The daily scavenger hunt for keys, wallets, and important mail is one of the most common—and fixable—sources of stress for anyone battling clutter. In this episode, Kathi Lipp and Roger Lipp get refreshingly honest about what's working in their home… [Listen](https://media.transistor.fm/b8d8a8a0/f2dcf9ec.mp3) ## [From Vibe Words to Weekly Resets: 10 Pre-Decisions That Finally Make Decluttering Stick](https://share.transistor.fm/s/9cb10075) _2026-01-27 · Kathi Lipp · Clutter Free Academy_ Do you ever find yourself standing in a store, holding something pretty, and wondering if you should bring it home? Or maybe you're staring at a cluttered counter, feeling overwhelmed but unsure where to start? What if there was a way to make every home decision easier—before you even have to make it? In this episode of Clutter-Free Academy, Kathi Lipp and brand manager Tenneil Register continue… [Listen](https://media.transistor.fm/9cb10075/5f1599b2.mp3) ## [Non-Custodial Crypto Gateway (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/fztqsqP8kY2w) _2026-01-27 · **Sponsored**_ Accept multi-chain crypto, automated fee handling, and trustless escrow with real-time settlement. ## [The 3 Words That Will Transform How You Make Every Home Decision](https://share.transistor.fm/s/0c5e5fcb) _2026-01-20 · Kathi Lipp · Clutter Free Academy_ Have you ever walked into someone's home and immediately sensed that the space was intentional —that the people living there knew exactly who they were and what they wanted their home to be? And then walked back into your own home feeling like something was... off? Here's the truth most of us don't want to admit: if you don't decide on a purpose for your home, your home will decide for you. And… [Listen](https://media.transistor.fm/0c5e5fcb/35d2fd13.mp3) ## [Procrastination Is Just Perfectionism Leaking Out: The Clutter Connection You Need to Understand](https://share.transistor.fm/s/95544144) _2026-01-16 · Kathi Lipp · Clutter Free Academy_ Do you start every new year with big decluttering goals only to feel defeated by February? What if there was a gentler, more sustainable approach to creating a clutter-free home—one that doesn't rely on shame or all-or-nothing thinking? In this powerful episode, Kathi Lipp continues her workshop on making 2026 your most clutter-free year ever. But here's the twist: it's not about dramatic… [Listen](https://media.transistor.fm/95544144/6cc90600.mp3) ## [You're Not Lazy, You're Overwhelmed: Unpacking the Shame Behind Anxiety and Clutter](https://share.transistor.fm/s/e4a4c24e) _2026-01-06 · Kathi Lipp · Clutter Free Academy_ Do you ever walk into your home and feel your chest tighten? That overwhelming sense of "what is wrong with me?" when you look around at the clutter? You're not alone—and it turns out, there's a powerful connection between what's happening in our homes and what's happening in our hearts. In this honest and hope-filled episode, Kathi sits down with her dear friend Becky Keife, author of A Verse a… [Listen](https://media.transistor.fm/e4a4c24e/5104fda9.mp3) ## [Why All-or-Nothing Resolutions Keep Your Clutter Coming Back](https://share.transistor.fm/s/f02107e5) _2025-12-30 · Kathi Lipp · Clutter Free Academy_ If you've ever made a dramatic New Year's resolution about decluttering—only to feel defeated by mid-January—you're not alone. In this special workshop episode of Clutter Free Academy, Kathi Lipp and her husband Roger tackle the mindset traps that keep so many people stuck in the clutter cycle. The All-or-Nothing Trap That familiar pressure to make sweeping declarations like "I'm not shopping for… [Listen](https://media.transistor.fm/f02107e5/9dcf83f0.mp3) ## [T-Minus Two Days: 10 Last-Minute Tasks to Make Christmas Morning Peaceful](https://share.transistor.fm/s/83e59557) _2025-12-23 · Kathi Lipp · Clutter Free Academy_ With Christmas just around the corner, the pressure to have everything perfect can feel overwhelming. But what if peace—not perfection—was the goal this holiday season? In this quick but powerful episode, Kathi and Roger Lipp offer a lifeline for anyone feeling the holiday crunch. Whether you're hosting family, juggling last-minute preparations, or simply trying to enjoy the season without burning… [Listen](https://media.transistor.fm/83e59557/81775a92.mp3) ## [The Consumables Guide: How to Choose Gifts That Get Enjoyed—Then Disappear (Breakfast Baskets, Coffee & Tea, Charcuterie, Frozen Dough)](https://share.transistor.fm/s/e7a72989) _2025-12-09 · Kathi Lipp · Clutter Free Academy_ If your people are saying, “Please—no more stuff,” this episode is your new holiday playbook. Kathi Lipp and Roger Lipp share 10 consumable gift ideas that show big love without adding to anyone’s storage, from treat boxes and breakfast baskets to dinner kits, coffee/tea samplers, and even the tricky categories—candles, body care, and yes, cleaning supplies (only for the right person!). Listeners… [Listen](https://media.transistor.fm/e7a72989/9b364b67.mp3) ## [When the Table Is Forever Changed: Finding the Words, Setting Boundaries, and Keeping One Tradition That Says “We Remember”](https://share.transistor.fm/s/4f988a71) _2025-12-02 · Kathi Lipp · Clutter Free Academy_ In this tender episode, Kathi Lipp welcomes friend and author Cheri Fletcher to walk with listeners who are facing a holiday table that’s forever changed. After losing her 29-year-old daughter, Annie, to undiagnosed colorectal cancer, Cheri offers compassionate, practical ideas for navigating Christmas when your capacity is low and your heart is heavy. Listeners will learn: Simple ways to honor… [Listen](https://media.transistor.fm/4f988a71/8806124a.mp3) ## [Not Pinterest—Just Peace: The Help List, Drink Station, and Other Sanity Savers for Thanksgiving Hosting](https://share.transistor.fm/s/ac0fac8b) _2025-11-25 · Kathi Lipp · Clutter Free Academy_ In this solo, right-on-time episode, Kathi Lipp shares 10 tiny, high-impact tasks to lower your holiday stress—perfect for the Tuesday before Thanksgiving (and just as helpful for Christmas). Instead of chasing a magazine-perfect home, she helps you remove friction in the exact places that cause chaos. Listeners will hear details of the following 10 small tasks: Clear the "turkey triangle" (sink,… [Listen](https://media.transistor.fm/ac0fac8b/9795a432.mp3) ## [Hosting Without the Crash: Crowd‑Sourced Help List Ideas to Keep You Sane](https://share.transistor.fm/s/33c01802) _2025-11-18 · Kathi Lipp · Clutter Free Academy_ In this episode, Kathi Lipp shares the one tool that rescued her holidays from overwhelm: the Help List. If your brain goes blank when guests ask, “How can I help?” this episode gives you an easy, repeatable system to turn stress into shared responsibility. Listeners will learn how to: - Create a list of five-to-fifteen-minute jobs guests can grab without instructions - Pre-stage hosting tasks… [Listen](https://media.transistor.fm/33c01802/1cf06be1.mp3) ## [When Holidays Hurt: Gentle Rituals and Safe Havens for Grief and Joy to Coexist](https://share.transistor.fm/s/0bd3582c) _2025-11-11 · Kathi Lipp · Clutter Free Academy_ In this tender, timely episode, Kathi Lipp welcomes her friend Tenneil Register to help listeners who feel the pressure to be merry when life hurts. If you’re carrying loss, change, or exhaustion into the holidays, this conversation offers slow, practical steps to honor your grief—and still make room for moments of joy. Listeners will learn how to: Identify your core need this season (quiet,… [Listen](https://media.transistor.fm/0bd3582c/cb6718b0.mp3) ## [Save Money, Cut Food Waste: How We Buy Dinner for a Fraction of Eating Out](https://share.transistor.fm/s/190e4c7f) _2025-11-04 · Kathi Lipp · Clutter Free Academy_ In this fun, practical episode, Kathi Lipp and her favorite person, Roger Lipp ,go off the beaten clutter path to share their favorite frugal foodie tool: the Too Good To Go app. If you want great food for a fraction of the price, hate seeing food go to waste, or just need an easy meal that isn’t from your own kitchen, this one’s for you. Listeners will learn: How Too Good To Go works (and when… [Listen](https://media.transistor.fm/190e4c7f/a84f83b3.mp3) ## [Episode 693a: Be 1,000 Items Lighter by December 1: Your Invite to Kathi’s 30‑Day 1K](https://share.transistor.fm/s/2f51f3ce) _2025-10-30 · Kathi Lipp · Clutter Free Academy_ In this quick micro episode, Kathi Lipp pops in to share a simple, powerful way to get your home holiday‑ready: the free 30‑Day 1K Challenge inside the Clutter Free Academy Facebook group. Listeners will learn how to declutter 1,000 items in November by tackling about 40 items a day—with Sundays off and plenty of grace. Members receive a calendar, resources, and daily encouragement to make real… [Listen](https://media.transistor.fm/2f51f3ce/dc0b6ee5.mp3) ## [Prep Now, Breathe Later: Our Next 5 Stress-Cutters for the Holidays - Part 2](https://share.transistor.fm/s/7fda1f11) _2025-10-28 · Kathi Lipp · Clutter Free Academy_ In Part 2 of Kathi's Stress‑Less Holidays series, the creative and clever Tenneil Register joins Kathi as they get practical about creating a peaceful, people‑loving holiday—without running yourself ragged. Listeners will learn: How to communicate boundaries early (and kindly) Why writing your boundaries down reduces drama How a simple printed agenda can keep a blended‑family gathering calm… [Listen](https://media.transistor.fm/7fda1f11/7c590fa1.mp3) ## [Prep Now, Breathe Later: Our first 5 Stress-Cutters for the Holidays](https://share.transistor.fm/s/26c36ac7) _2025-10-21 · Kathi Lipp · Clutter Free Academy_ In this Part 1 holiday prep episode, Kathi Lipp and the always creative Tenneil Register share practical, low‑energy strategies to help listeners enjoy a calmer, more meaningful season. If you’re short on time, money, or emotional bandwidth, start here. You’ll learn how to declutter before decorating (and why a single focal point may be all you need), simple ways to streamline gift giving for big… [Listen](https://media.transistor.fm/26c36ac7/6de0f90a.mp3) ## [Declutter for the Hard Season: What to Tackle When Your Energy is Low](https://share.transistor.fm/s/ccca1544) _2025-10-14 · Kathi Lipp · Clutter Free Academy_ In this candid Clutter Free Academy episode, Kathi and Roger share how a sudden shift to long COVID reshaped their energy, rhythms, and home—and the simple, grace-filled systems helping them keep life peaceful and clutter free. Listeners will learn: How to reframe success when your “plate” gets smaller and energy is limited The “energy budget” mindset that helps you spend your effort where it… [Listen](https://media.transistor.fm/ccca1544/24372a3a.mp3) ## [Before and After That Sticks: Outsmart Your Future Self with the Junk Drawer Challenge](https://share.transistor.fm/s/4994b22b) _2025-10-07 · Kathi Lipp · Clutter Free Academy_ In this Clutter Free Academy episode, Kathi Lipp and Tonya Kubo invite listeners into a simple, quick-win challenge: the junk drawer. Using the Ulysses rule (pre-commitment plus accountability), they guide you to post a before photo in the Clutter Free Academy Facebook group, do short sessions throughout the week, and share your after on Friday—so you can finally get that satisfying progress you… [Listen](https://media.transistor.fm/4994b22b/d081ac7c.mp3) ## [Compassion, Not Willpower: Build Daily Rhythms That Carry You to Clutter-Free](https://share.transistor.fm/s/d595fd72) _2025-09-30 · Kathi Lipp · Clutter Free Academy_ In this episode of Clutter Free Academy, Kathi Lipp and co-host Tonya Kubo unpack the Ulysses rule—making a decision in a calm moment to protect your tired future self—and apply it to everyday decluttering. If you’ve ever believed your future self will “feel like it later,” this conversation is your gentle wake-up call. Kathi shares real-life “tie yourself to the mast” strategies: put your keys in… [Listen](https://media.transistor.fm/d595fd72/7c10ba87.mp3) ## [688 - Declutter Your Books in 15 Minutes a Shelf: Forever Shelf vs Flow Shelf for a Peaceful Library](https://share.transistor.fm/s/084f7669) _2025-09-23 · Kathi Lipp · Clutter Free Academy_ If your books are managing you (not the other way around), this episode is your 15‑minute reset. Kathi Lipp walks you through a simple, shelf‑by‑shelf plan to create a peaceful, findable home library you’ll actually use—without losing the joy of reading. Listeners will learn: • The MEET method to make your library pay you back (Money, Energy, Emotional bandwidth, and Time) • Kathi’s three… [Listen](https://media.transistor.fm/084f7669/d5a6d6a0.mp3) ## [687 - What’s Lurking Under Your Bed? Declutter the Forgotten Zone for Good](https://share.transistor.fm/s/ff107be2) _2025-09-16 · Kathi Lipp · Clutter Free Academy_ The space under your bed might be the most neglected—and mysterious—storage zone in your home. In this quick, practical episode, Kathi Lipp and Tonya Kubo equip you with simple steps to declutter the hidden chaos beneath your bed. You’ll learn the best way to tackle dust, discover what actually belongs in this space (and what definitely doesn’t), and get favorite solutions for easy, clutter-free… [Listen](https://media.transistor.fm/ff107be2/448ceddd.mp3) ## [686 - Declutter Once and For All: Why Your Home’s Chaos Keeps Sneaking Back](https://share.transistor.fm/s/dea7417c) _2025-09-09 · Kathi Lipp · Clutter Free Academy_ Are you tired of feeling like you’re living on an endless treadmill of tidying up, only to have chaos sneak right back in? This week on the Clutter Free Podcast, Kathi dives deep into the secret reason behind recurring clutter—and why baskets and labels alone aren’t the fix your soul is craving. If you’ve ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or ashamed of your mess, you’re not alone. Tune in for… [Listen](https://media.transistor.fm/dea7417c/393b4393.mp3)