Home Space and Reason (Kristina Browning)

If you have googled “Best Birthday Ideas” or “Unique birthday ideas” you are not alone.  Each year, most of us are tasked with trying to figure out a way to make a loved one feel special. This is a truly original idea to celebrate a child or adult birthday taking out the stress and emphasis on consumerism. My child has chosen to have a Reflection Party five years in a row!

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1. The Strange Origins of American Birthday Celebrations, by Joe Pinsker of The Atlantic 
2. After all, when did celebrating birthdays become a thing? by Leticia Cezario Santos of The Oakland Post Online 
3. Spiceology Dry Rub Sampler gift idea
4. Episode 8: Managing Sentimental Items 
5. Episode 18: Creating spaces for Kids 
6. Episode 33: Finishing and Revising Home Projects

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.

Let's discuss home organization; specifically the KonMari Method™.  Most tidying methods advocate a room-by-room or little-by-little approach, creating a scenario that may just never end because it’s not structured with a beginning and an end date. 

People around the world have been drawn to the KonMari Method™ not only due to its effectiveness but also because it places great importance on being mindful, introspective and forward-looking.   I have invited Kristyn Ivey & Karin Socci, licensed KonMari consultants, and Co-hosts of the Spark Joy podcast dedicated to the transformative power of surrounding yourself with joy; and letting go of the all the rest.

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1. Spark Joy Podcast:  Connect with them on Social Media:  Twitter.   Facebook.    Instagram. 

2. Karin Socci // The Serene Home offering virtual consults everywhere & in person consults in NYC  Bio: Karin Socci, MA, MBA, is certified as the first worldwide Master KonMari Consultant Practitioner by the KonMari Institute and is certified as a Professional Organizer in the National Association of Productivity and Organizing Professionals. Bringing her experience as a Clinical Psychotherapist into her practice, she has worked to bring serenity and order into hundreds of homes and offices.
3. Kristyn Ivey // For the Love of Tidy offering virtual consults everywhere & in person consults in Chicago   Bio: With over 1000 hours of tidying experience, she’s been featured in Good Morning America, Bloomberg, HuffPost, Vox, and the Chicago Sun Times, with live appearances on TEDx and more. She is a professional home organizer who is dedicated to teaching busy families, professionals, and creative entrepreneurs how to let go of “stuff” to attract a truly abundant life. Educated in both engineering and interior design, Kristyn applies her project management background and innate creativity to transform homes with order and style — all in harmony with the KonMari Method™.
4. Spark Joy Podcast: the interview with the KonMari Consultants on the Netflix show. Episode 67  & Episode 68 
5. Spark Joy Podcast: how to plan for your KonMari home organizing event. Episode 73 
6. The KonMari shop. 
7. Spark Joy Podcast: David Allen / Getting Things Done. Ep. 131
8. Marie Kondo’s bestselling book: The Life-changing Magic of Tidying Up
9. The HuffPost article I quote about the Shinto Mindset.

Legal Disclosure: Kristina Browning is a licensed Realtor in the State of Oregon with 503 Properties. "Create a Home that Thrives" is a registered Trademark of Kristina Browning.

In this mini episode, we'll discuss mental automation...because part of Creating a Home that Thrives® is as much about “ease of use” as possible. Let's learn how to find something you are bad at or frustrated with and associate it with something you are good at to create a solution and a home that functions better or maybe has less clutter.

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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.

Join me in talking with Kevin, owner of a historic home in Oregon City, Oregon called Ainsworth House & Gardens. If you are considering buying a historic home, what are some things I should know?

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Sources & Reference———————————————-

1. Ainsworth Home & Gardens website 
2. Ep. 10 of the Home Space and Reason podcast; Who is your home encouraging you to become?

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.

If you have found yourself frustrated about your home and it has manifested in arguments or disagreements with your partner, this episode is for you. Let’s talk about Clutter vs. Glimmers and incorporate an exercise and thought experiment.

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1. When the Waves Come by Maia 
2. Neurodiversity Education Academy article: Know your Glimmers by Lana Jelenjev 
3. If you know someone that might need help with a shopping addiction, you can find treatment near you here  1-800-662-4357
4. Episode 5 link
5. www.Instagram.com/TheChalkboardMag - this is a great Instagram profile I quoted about living your best life through wellness, nutrition, self-care and great design.
6. www.Instagram.com/shetalkzz - an Instagram profile I quoted about mental health and motivation

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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.

Nothing beats sitting down to a riveting film that grabs your attention and doesn’t let go.  People often say they love the ability to lounge on their own comfy sofa, having access to their own kitchen and bathroom making staying home for a movie extra appealing. So how do you achieve better immersion in the film?  THAT, my friends, is where the hue lighting system plays a key role. Ready for a better home theater experience?

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1. Medium.com wrote a good article titled "Creating a fully automated home with a Sonos System" 

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.

If you want to make progress in the way your home feels and functions, this is the episode for you!  Pick one room and let's get after it!  This episode is meant to be listened to as a tool for each room; posing questions about your space and your reasoning.  What room will you start with? Welcome to the BOOT CAMP FOR YOUR HOME!  

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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.

I believe that your space directly affects how you feel and function every moment that you are in your home, whether you are aware of it or not. Living in a home that doesn’t suit your temperament can be draining and exhausting.  How fulfilled we are can have a big impact on our daily life across all kinds of contexts. By understanding where we fall on the introvert, extrovert, ambivert scale, we can address setting our homes up to support our natural instincts and increase our propensity for truly enjoying our home in a way that you feel you are being supported and nurtured.  

Did you know that you can hire me as your Home Functionality Coach® no matter where you live? Reach out to me at Kristina@spaceandreason.com.  The finest compliment I could receive is the confidence of your referral. 

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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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Sources & Reference———————————————-

1. How the Brain Responds to Architecture by Anjan Chatterjee MD, FAAN in Psychology Today. 
2. 9 Signs that you’re an Ambivert by Forbes. 
3. Apartment Therapy article 4 Introvert-Approved Tips for Creating a Calm, Serene Space at Home.
4. Introvert vs. Extrovert: A look at the spectrum and psychology. 
5. Styled by Emily Henderson, quoted pages 62-63
6. The book “Quiet; The Power of Introverts in a World that Can’t stop talking” by Susan Cain.  

Legal Disclosure: Kristina Browning is a licensed Realtor in the State of Oregon with 503 Properties. "Create a Home that Thrives" is a registered Trademark by Kristina Browning.

Remember “Baby Got Back?” Let’s talk about wealth, fish tanks, exotic cars, Dolby Atmos, his studio and HOMES with Grammy award-winning rapper Sir Mix A Lot.

So much can be learned from hearing about where a person has lived throughout their lifetime and what they do to their homes to make them feel just right.

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1. Business Insider: Warren Buffet
2. Episode 38 | Backyard FirePits 
3. Who is Kristina’s brother? Anthony mentions recording with him in the studio: he is the lead singer in The Druthers

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.

Let’s discuss winning awards, plaques and trophies as they relate to home functionality, aesthetics, and organization as well as sustainability.

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1. Rivanna Designs Sustainable Trophy & plaque company 
2. Sports MEDAL Recycling
3. Scrap Exchange in Durham NC
4. Trophy Recycling 
5. The Reddit Thread I referred to 
6. Episode 8 link: Managing Sentimental Items
7. Trophy shaped chocolate lollipops
8. Edible arrangements 
9. Chocolate messages
10. Episode 8: Managing Sentimental Items
11. James Clear, quote on purpose driven athletes 

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.

In celebration of episode 100 let’s count down the Top 10 most downloaded episodes and learn which one takes the top spot!

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Episode 54:  Bootcamp for your home 

Episode 63: a VIDEO of Remodeling inspiration 

Episode 46: The haunting of a house 

Episode 48; a 7-minuted guided relaxation exercise 

Episode 45: Organizing, the KonMari method 

Episode 40: Creating Spaces for Movement and Habits for Health with special guest Nicole Darabi 

Episode 1: Does every Space have a reason 

Episode 62: Swedish Death Cleaning

Episode 56; Hardwoods, Laminate, Carpet or Vinyl 

Episode 53; A story about a woman, her health, house and healing 

Episode 38: Fire Pits with special guest Mike Bertelsen of the Cowboy Cauldron 

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.

No matter if you are considering buying a new home in a month or in a year, thinking deeply about your list of priorities during your home search can be key in finding a home that will give you long-lasting happiness.  Let’s think about some things that could help in making that list by asking ourselves some questions about our space and our reasons.

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1. Home Functionality Chart for reference

2. Episode 29; Your Home Office

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.  

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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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.

I recently received a text from a good friend of mine that read “What are your thoughts on brightly colored dishes?"  to which my answer was “there is actually a lot of psychology behind this and I should do a whole episode just on this question!” So here we are talking about all the subliminal stuff that can enhance the dining experience. 

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1. NPR: Food Psychology: How To Trick Your Palate Into A Tastier Meal
2. Tasting Table: The Basic White Restaurant Plate Has Met Its Match 
3. Fast Company: How to Plate Food like a 3-star Michelin Chef
4. The Kitchn .com: 6 helpful things to consider when shopping for new dishes 
5. The Washington Post: The best white dishes, according to tastemakers 
6. The Stay at Home Chef, Rachel Farnsworth:YouTube channel
7. The book: The Perfect Meal - The Multisensory Science of Food and Dining - by Charles Spence 

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.

Curious about Feng Shui?  Meet classically trained Feng Shui Consultant Jeannette Cieszykowski of Elemental Clarity and learn more about energy in your home. I had a full home consultation with her and let me tell you, this stuff works!

Connect with Jeannette through social media on Instagram @elementalclarity, through email jeannette@elemental-clarity.com or at her website  www.elemental-clarity.com 

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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.

The coffee table is a classic piece of furniture that could (and should) go the extra mile. How can we think more deeply about the functionality of our living room?

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1. The Rolls Royce of Coffeetables by Hernest: The Margaux 
2. Round and nesting coffee table by Hernest: The Odette 
3. Round Storage Drum Coffee Table by West Elm: The Round Drum 
4. The Stella Coffee table by Cozey allows you to choose your opening direction for the pop-up and has two colors of wood to choose from. 
5. Buzzfeed: 50 Coffee table books that are so beautiful it hurts. 

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.

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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1. 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.com
2. Episode 2 | Our Free Time & History: https://homespaceandreason.podbean.com/e/leisuretimeinyourhome/

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.

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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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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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.

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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Sources & Reference———————————————-

1. Outside Magazine Ode to the Side Yard  
2. Episode 43: Scale & Proportion of Art
3. Chex Mix Recipe 

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.

Let’s dive into the spooky aspect of a home…the haunting of a home and the energy that can remain long after people have left.  Let’s talk about the psychology of what makes a house feel haunted and I’ll share a real-life story and talk about the inhabitants with Dr. Kristy Sumner a paranormal investigator where she shares the details of an investigation in a house on a lake. Something is still there, moving around, lurking in the shadows, making curious unexplainable noises.  Parental discretion is advised due to the graphic nature in which some people meet their demise and the discussion of the afterlife and darker things.

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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1. Watch the full episode of the "Ma" Barker paranormal investigation.
2. Soul Sisters Paranormal on Facebook, website,  and Instagram page.
3. Psychology Today: What Makes a House feel Haunted? 
4. Dr. Kristy Sumner’s BIO: Dr. Sumner holds a PhD in Public Affairs with an emphasis on Criminal Justice. She was a senior director for a Registered Traveler company focused on biometric clearances for the traveling public, she was a senior consultant for a biometric credentialing company, and she was a college professor at Metro State College of Denver and at the University of Central Florida. In 2014, Dr. Kristy Sumner coupled her passion for travel, history and the paranormal when she formed Soul Sisters Paranormal, an all-female team, traveling to some of the most historic, and reportedly haunted, locations in the U.S. in an attempt to determine for themselves if spirit activity does exist and to highlight the rich history of each location. Individually, each member of the team is an accomplished professional in her respective field, and each holds a Masters, PhD or JD degree. To date, the team has traveled to and investigated numerous US locations, including the Trans Allegheny Lunatic Asylum (WV), The Lizzie Borden House (MA), the Villisca Ax Murder House (IA), the St. Augustine Lighthouse (FL), Brushy Mountain State Penitentiary (TN) and many others.
5. House Beautiful: 15 of the Freakiest, Real-Life Haunted House Stories You'll Ever Hear 

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.

When you stand at the street and look at your home, do you have a sightline to the area where you want to build the fence or place the hedge?  What are your "WHY's" when considering fencing and have you thought about your taste first?  

Have you considered a horizontal fence?  A green fence?  A modern fence?  A varied height fence with corten steel panels?

With so many options to choose from, it's easy to get overwhelmed. This episode dives into both natural and hardscape fencing along with questions to ask yourself about the aesthetics of your yard and the functionality of it for the long haul.

If you live in the Portland, Oregon area and you’d like to hire me as your Realtor, reach out to me at Kristina@spaceandreason.com.  The finest compliment I could ever receive is the confidence of your referral. 

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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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1. My Pinterest Board called Fencing and Gates.
2. Cable bullet wire kit for fences.
3. The Family Handyman outlines how to build a privacy fence.
4. You may want to refer to The Portland Plant List comprised of two lists and supporting information: the Native Plants List and the Nuisance Plants List. Both plant lists are integral to the City of Portland’s natural resource protection program and invasive species management strategy.  You can find the Tree and Landscaping manual for Portland here.
5. Veradek Privacy Screens; Modern and Beautiful. 
6. Fence Ideas and Inspiration

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 do Home Renovation shows impact our idea of the "perfect" space? This episode is a collaboration with Dr. Adrienne Trier-Bieniek, Ph.D., Professor of Sociology at Valencia College in Florida. Let's think about what we are watching and how it influences us.  A link to "MOST POPULAR: The Podcast" hosted by Adrienne Trier-Bieniek, Ph.D.

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Sources & Reference———————————————-

1. Biography of Adrienne Trier-Bieniek, Ph.D. 
2. The Washington Post: HGTV makes homes boring and sad. 
3. Architectural Digest: How HGVT became an Industry Juggernaut 
4. Business of Home: How 25 years of HGVT have transformed the Home Industry 

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Oh, the choices!  From vintage doorbells to smart connected versions, your values and taste should be taken into consideration when making a decision. Right along with doorbells, you should consider door handles and therefore locks since they all hang out on the same part of your entry. Let’s talk about all the reasons you might consider one over the other.

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1. Episode 24 about Knobs, Pulls & Handles 
2. Best Smart Doorbells by New York Times
3. History of the Doorbell by curbed.com 
4. Consumer Reports Door Lock Buying Guide
5. Blue by ADT
6. Spore Doorbells and Chimes
7. Rejuvenation vintage replica doorbells
8. House of Antique Hardware door hardware

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What do you need to hear from someone who wants nothing but the best for you? 

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1. TedX Talk: The Art of Being your own best friend

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Did you know that you can hire me no matter where you live?  If you are stuck on one particular area of your home, I have online consults available to help you with your space and reasoning. If you live in the Portland, Oregon area and you’d like to hire me as your Realtor, reach out to me at Kristina@spaceandreason.com.  The finest compliment I could ever receive is the confidence of your referral. 

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1. Links to all the candles mentioned. 
2. Link to book I quoted “The Elements of a Home: Curious Histories behind Everyday Household Objects” by Amy Azzarito **Makes a wonderful gift!
3. Martha Stewart: Instructions how to make your own candles
4. List of the best candle subscriptions by The Spruce.com 
5. A foolproof guide to burning a candle correctly. 
6. Candles.org Selecting candles, based on their scent or fragrance, can be a great way to improve your mood, reduce anxiety, and even combat fatigue or loneliness. What scents to try. 
7. Luminary Loppet event information in Minneapolis, Minnesota
8. Credit to Medium.com and the article by Chris Ashby from which I read today’s actionable steps. How to write your own mantra.
9. Oprah’s list of Best Soy Candles.
10. Kristen Bell has a favorite brand called Preemptive Love which was written about in The Strategist in December of 2018. “Preemptive Love is a business that really warms my heart. All of the products are made by Syrian and Iraqi refugees who are working to rebuild their lives and provide for their families. They make the most delicious-smelling candles and soaps, plus super comfy sweatshirts. I have one of their candles in every room of my house. I tend to buy a bunch of them at once and give them to all my friends. These women are strong, powerful, and unbelievably resilient. I am in complete awe of their ability to shed the past and focus on the future. Every time I burn one of their candles, it’s a reminder of the fortitude of the human spirit.”

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

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

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Should you decorate your tree traditionally this year or try something unique?  What kind of live tree should you choose?  How much space do you have for your tree? This episode is all about choosing the right Christmas tree for your home and includes 8 non-traditional color ideas for decorating your tree.

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1. Farmers Almanac; Best day to cut the Tree. 
2. Bob Vila; How to make a tree last longer
3. Better Homes and Gardens; How to Choose the Best Live Christmas Tree. 
4. Better Homes and Gardens; 7 Best Christmas Tree Types to Deck the Halls with this Year

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When thinking about the next twelve months, what is important to me?  Is my home set up to support that?  

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Episode 40 Creating Spaces for Movement and Habits for Health with special Guest Nicole Darabi

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Porches evoke so many emotions and they strike a chord in all of us. 

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1. Patrick Square History of the Porch 
2. Nested Porch Swings blog post 
3. Episode 39: Front Door Mats

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Whether the space is long and skinny or wide and shallow, rectangular rooms can be hard to fill and so many people are challenged by the same conundrum. Let's think through rectangular spaces together.

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1. Felt Right Sound deadening wall tiles 
2. Episode 10: Who is your Home Encouraging you to Become?
3. A blog post about scale along with visuals
4. Episode 43: Scale and Proportion 
5. Episode 22: Bathrooms

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Radon is a tasteless, odorless, invisible gas found in every home. This radioactive gas is produced by the breakdown of uranium in the earth's crust. It's the #1 cause of lung cancer for non-smokers and the #2 cause of lung cancer behind smoking. Radon seeps into your living space through holes and cracks in your home’s foundation. Unseen, unheard, and unknown without proper testing. Hear from expert and special guest Lawrence Belland about how it can be present in your home and what to do about it.

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1. Oregon Health Authority information on Radon
2. Website for free radon test for Oregon residents. Test Kit totals $4.85 which covers Processing fee for free test kit, shipping to and from the lab & lab test kit analysis.
3. US Environmental Protection Agency website about Radon FAQ
4. Lawrence Belland, Just Radon Radioactive Gas Testing & Abatement  O: 503-987-8776  C: 503-740-7737  Lawrence@JustRadon.Com  CCB#: 212656 WALIC#: JUSTR**813Q7   NRPP#:110989 RMT NRSB#: 200G006   NRPP Certified Soil Gas Mitigation Compliance Inspector

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Let’s discuss home functionality and organization in spots that might not be top of mind. If you have pets, I have a great organization idea for you.

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1. Hold On trash bags are good for our earth.   

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When things get intense from the outside coming in, we need to be “Extra” in the protection of what we allow into our eyes, ears and homes.  Infuse positivity into your home when things from the outside world are starting to feel heavy.

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1. Master Class
2. The How of Happiness
3. The Power of Positive Thinking
4. Authentic Happiness 
5. Hector and the Search for Happiness, 
6. Anxious People by Fredrik Backman 
7. Eat, Pray, Love
8. Keep Moving by Maggie Smith
9. The Authenticity Project by Clare Pooley 
10. It’s not all downhill from here by Terry McMillan

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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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1. EPISODE 44 // The color of your Plates and Bowls  

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Spring brings with it tulips in many places in the world, animals coming out of hibernation and a sense of renewal is everywhere.  Even though Spring means Spring cleaning, it doesn’t have to be overwhelming and hey, while we’re at it, let’s discuss our Junk Drawers!

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1. 33 Easy Spring Cleaning Tips for a Sparkling Home by Good Housekeeping
2. How to step out of the shop-spend-consume cycle by Ted Ideas; 
3. The Ultimate room by room Spring Cleaning checklist by Taste of Home

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On a visit to Worthy Brewing in Bend Oregon, we happened upon the most fabulous insect house created by Worthy Garden Club. As a result, in this episode, let’s discuss supporting our environment (1) from our backyard through insect hotels, (2) learning about non-profits that support our environment, (3) making a difference by doing what we enjoy most, and (4) buying holiday gifts from companies who are making business decisions that positively support our environment.  

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1. PDF on How to Build an Insect Hotel.
2. PDF Honey Bee Conservancy.
3. Follow on Instagram: the Honey Bee Conservancy - Worthy Garden Club - Crown Bees
4. DONATE to the Worthy Garden Club by clicking here.
5. DONATE to the Honey Bee Conservancy by clicking here.
6. Learn more about Operation Appleseed
7. Worthy Garden Clubs’ Pinterest boards. 
8. Shop for birthday and Christmas Gifts that are earth-friendly using this EarthHero portal to buy from earth-friendly companies.

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Walking through some condos recently with a buyer got me thinking about creativity and how you can explore the creative side of yourself at home.  Some think you have to be an artist to be creative, when in fact, that isn’t true at all.  Music and cooking, candle making, and gardening are all ways to explore creativity at home. This episode explores what it means to be creative within the walls of your home as well as using creative decision-making to morph your home into a true expression of those living there.

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1. Understanding the Meaning of Creativity by MarthaStewart .com  
2. Adversity and the Creative Mind by Psychology Today 
3. Creative Confidence, by Tom and David Kelley. 

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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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Let’s discuss buying a home; both the process of it and things to ponder about your wants and desires. From my perspective, the more you’ve thought things through ahead of time, the happier you will be with the outcome. Even if you aren’t thinking of moving in the next year - this is a fun episode to listen to for imagining whatever is next. Know someone who wants to learn about buying a home for the first time? Share this episode with them! ~ Ready to buy a home? Connect here.  

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This episode might be one of my all-time favorites with special Guest Courtney Winstone of The Salvaged Woodshop in the UK. Imagine one episode that somehow discusses personal growth, furniture reupholstering, sustainability, roof replacement and moving to the Philipines all in one story.  Buckle up.  This is a beautiful journey.

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1. The Salvaged Wood Shop Instagram /  Website 
2. See the Email Courtney wrote to her family asking for "No More Gifts Please."
3. The Association of Master Upholsterers and Soft Furnishers 
4. Ep. 38: Fire Pits with guest Mike Bertelsen, Founder of Cowboy Cauldron 
5. Credit “About Intarsia” https://wiseintarsia.com/about-intarsia/

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Let's think about Functionality, Automation and Aesthetics in the Bathroom.

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1. Shower curtain liner with pockets
2. Who Gives a Crap Toilet Paper 
3. IB Mirrors

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This is a mini-episode about adding style or updating things like kitchen cabinets and bookshelves using temporary wallpaper. Note: this is also a renter-friendly suggestion in the event that you don’t own your own home yet!  Also, this is a concept to chew on for updating a space without completely overhauling it.  As always this includes things to ask yourself about your own space and your reasons.

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List of companies I mentioned ...

1. Kate Zaremba Company
2. Chasing Paper
3. Hygge & West
4. WallsNeedLove
5. Spoonflower
6. West Elm
7. Tempaper
8. Blik
9. Wallternatives
10. NuWallpaper by Wall Pops
11. Wallshoppe

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This episode is Part 1 of 2; relevant to every single homeowner. Forested or suburban, on a large lot or small, no one is immune to fire amidst global warming and its onslaught of drought combined with high winds.  This is a story about the Paradise, California fire from a firefighters' perspective with special guest Jim Broshears. This includes some steps we can take to protect our own homes and apps for documenting it's contents.

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1. Everything Is Unprecedented. Welcome To Your Hotter Earth / article by NPR.

2. National Weather Service.

3. Link to the list of Home Inventory apps 

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Let’s discuss designing, decorating and accenting with the color blue. 

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1. The Scientific American on Synesthesia
2. A Podcast “All in the Mind” by ABC Science has an episode all about Synesthesia: Hearing colors, seeing sounds. 
3. Mental Health America: How do colors in my home change my mood? Color psychology explained  
4. Veranda: How to Decorate with Blue, according to a designer 
5. House Beautiful: 45 Blue Rooms that Prove it’s the most amazing color in the rainbow
6. Sounds like Noise: What does Blue sound like? 
7. Medium.com - The Color Blue: History, Regality & Utility 
8. Pender and Peony: My advice on How to Decorate with Blue 

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What word comes to mind when you hear the words “Home office?”  Dread?  Chaos?  Happiness? Piles?  Utilitarian?  From the location of your office to your office door, the paint color, the technology, the desk, the layout and the lighting…let’s deep dive into the subject of making your home office the best it can be (and even preventing burn out!)  Let’s set it up for great workflow and creativity. Your home office can feel good. It can look good. It can function well. If you’re looking for home office inspiration, let’s do this!

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1. Elle Decor / 25 designer approved home office paint colors 
2. Idea Paint
3. Mellanos' stylish Instagram account
4. Harvard Business Review article: 3 Tips to Avoid WFH Burnout 
5. Conway Electric Jax Smart USB Table Lamp  
6. If you have a small space and still need to add a workspace, here is a great article by Apartment Therapy.  
7. This Foldable Desk has more than 2,000 5-Star Reviews on Amazon. )
8. Article: What do your spaces say about you? 
9. Wall-mounted fold down desk concept. 
10. Woodwaves desks, wall-mounted credenzas, and unique desks. 
11. IKEA Conference room table that we use as a double-sided desk. 

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Let's think about our morning experience.

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"Build the Life you Want" by Arthur C. Brooks and Oprah Winfrey

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With birthdays, holidays, back-to-school or any other cluster of celebrations you may have in a row at your home, it’s interesting to look back and see how your home supported it or… blew up. 

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1. Episode 12 | Winter in your Home 

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Understanding Scale, Proportion and how to choose Art for your Wall can feel complicated. If you know your room just doesn’t feel right but you can’t put your finger on why, it might be because of Scale. Let’s learn more about these things and I’ll even include 20 ideas of what to put on your wall.  Different ways to listen:

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1. Picture Rails by Bob Vila
2. West Elm laser-cut cork tiles  
3. Samsung TV that looks like art called The Frame
4. Industrial Wall Clocks by Schoolhouse 

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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

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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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Let’s reflect on our home and set some intentions.  This could be month-end at any point in the year, year-end or even transitioning to a new season.  Maybe you lost your job, and have found a new one and you want to reset and start anew.  This episode would be good for any of those scenarios and can be revisited as time goes on. Grab a piece of paper or your journal and a pencil.  Enjoy the journey. 

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1. @earthlyeducation on Instagram
2. @jamesclear on Instagram
3. Tool for Finding and Clarifying your Values
4. Ep. 26 | Creating fulfilling Outdoor Spaces 

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If you long for a more fulfilling outdoor space, this episode is for you including a list of 35 ideas for outdoor spaces that might appeal to things you enjoy. Open your mind up for tidbits of clarity about your space.  Sit in the space and be quiet.  How much outdoor space do you have to work with?  Would you say you spend a lot of time out there, a little time or no time out there?  Why is that?   Let’s deep dive into thoughts and planning about your outdoor space and your reason.  If you know of someone who would enjoy this podcast, kindly help me spread the word! 

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1. Link to all the Outdoor Product Ideas. 
2. How to get rid of slugs naturally. 

3. A blog post of the list of trees to avoid planting near your home foundation

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Explore and geek out with me on all things Fireplace related. From the history of it, to Gas vs. Wood, styling the mantel, choosing the mantel and places in the world to visit that have glorious fireplaces, let’s discuss the thing many of us gather around: The forever loved fireplace.

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2. University of Alabama 2014 study cited 
3. Episode 53 / A story about a home that encourages healing 
4. Book: The Elements of a Home by Amy Azzarito 
5. Mantels with hidden storage by Etsy makers 
6. The DIY Playbook blog post on styling mantels 
7. Fabulous fireplaces out in the world: 

• The Paradise Inn in Washington’s Mount Rainier National Park has two giant stone hearths
• Mendocino Hotel & Garden Suites in Mendocino California 
• Old Faithful Inn at Yellowstone National Park
• Inn at Death Valley in California

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1. Book The Complete Color Harmony, Pantone edition, pg 194 by Leatrice Eiseman, Executive Director of Pantone Color Institute.
2. Very Well Mind: Color Psychology: Does It Affect How You Feel? 
3. Mental Health America: “How do colors in my home change my mood? Color psychology explained." 

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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

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7 Questions to ask yourself about your space and your reason specifically to increase happiness in your home.  This episode includes two minutes of positive affirmations so you can just sit and take it in.

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I am the architect of my life; I build its foundation and choose its contents. unknown

I will not compare myself to strangers on the Internet. @emilymcdowell_

I am superior to negative thoughts and low actions. unknown

“I am deliberate and afraid of nothing.” Audre Lord

I am courageous and I stand up for myself. unknown

I am not pushed by my problems; I am led by my dreams. unknown

I am resilient.  unknown

I feed my spirit. I train my body. I focus my mind. This is my time. unknown

I claim my desires. I hold great visions. I am ready to receive. @hayhouseinc

Creative energy surges through me and leads me to new and brilliant ideas. unknown

“Am I good enough?  Yes I am.” Michelle Obama

I feed my spirit. I train my body. I focus my mind. It’s my time. @intensati

I am getting better and better every day. unknown

“Your perspective is unique. It’s important and it counts” Glenn Close

My efforts are being supported by the universe. unknown

I am living with abundance. unknown

I use obstacles to motivate me to learn and grow. unknown

“Good riddance to decisions that don't support self-care, self-value, and self-worth." Oprah Winfrey

I am in charge of my life. @foxanne_

I’m freeing myself from all destructive doubt and fear.   unknown

I am at peace with all that has happened, is happening, and will happen. unknown

“I am worthy of what I desire.” Gabby Bernstein

I am adventurous. I overcome fears by following my dreams. @malacollective

I have made mistakes, but I will not let them define me. unknown

Note to self: I am going to make you so proud. unknown

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Sometimes when days start blending into one another, a space refresh is just what the doctor ordered!  Small in size, a space refresh is just the kind of project that is fun because it's not too daunting...but where to start?  Here are four ways to become re-inspired with your space!

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Let’s discuss baths, bathtubs and the experience of bathing in our homes.

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1. The Elements of a Home: Amy Azzarito; Pgs 11, 12, 13 
2. The New Design Rules: Emily Henderson Pg. 255 
3. Byrdie.com article: Steps to Create the Perfect Bath 
4. Bathing Culture: Big Dipper Mineral Bath 
5. Episode 33; Finished & Revising Home Projects

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

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If you've ever had anyone pass away that is close to you, and it was left up to you to go through their things to clean, sell and handle all the details... you know this can be daunting.  The gentle act of Swedish Death Cleaning is simply a lighter way to live even if you have forty years left ahead!  It's a lovely way to frame cleaning and organizing... so you don't leave your loved ones with an intimidating mountain of chaos to deal with.  Join guest Mark Green, host of Cars Yeah podcast, to hear about his experience with his fathers' passing and even treasure hunting.

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If you enjoyed this episode, you might also like Episode 123 | When your parent dies; Dealing with the contents of their home.

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1. The book The Gentle Art of Swedish Death Cleaning. 
2. Enjoy the Cars Yeah podcast using all the major podcast apps on any mobile device and the Cars Yeah website: https://carsyeah.com
3. Better Homes and Gardens article on Swedish Death Cleaning

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A special edition episode: A seven-minute Guided Relaxation called "Appreciation for our Home."  Created as a separate episode so that you can repeat as often as you like. Find a quiet, still, place in your house.  Sit.  Check in with yourself. Indulge in the next seven minutes.

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Let’s discuss home functionality, cleanliness, allergies and interpersonal relations all around the subject of taking your shoes off at the door.  How much really gets tracked in?  How am I supposed to ask people to leave their shoes at the door?

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1. Association of American Medical Colleges: Do Seasonal Allergies seem to be getting worse? 
2. The dirty truth about taking your shoes off at the door
3. Shower Drain Wigs preventing hair clogs. 
4. Quora: Removing Shoes inside the House

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This is a compilation of all the research I did and the things I learned when we built our own home along with things I wished I had known. It includes research on what other people also wished they had known and thought of ahead of time.  From what to expect for the building process to building terms and things you shouldn’t forget in the bathroom, this one hour podcast could save you thousands of dollars and much disappointment in your home-build so listen, take notes, and share it!

Builders; you might make it common practice to share this on social media and with any potential clients to educate them and avoid more change orders than you might otherwise have had.  When clients consider all the details they want to include in their home upfront before the process begins, they will feel like they thought of everything, they will be educated on some terms and they’ll end up with a home that includes all the details they may have never thought of.  Everybody wins so share this liberally.  Also, I consult on home builds so send me an email if you'd like to collaborate on a project!  kristina@spaceandreason.com

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1. 11 Features to Avoid when buying a New Toilet. 
2. Smart Home Wiring by The Ambient 

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This is a story about Rachel Weber, Digital Deputy Editor at Better Homes and Gardens, and her breast cancer journey, diagnosis, and healing.  Find out what changes she made to her home and what things she learned about functionality after a mastectomy. See Sources & Resources below for all the Better Homes and Gardens links!

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1. Statistics on breast cancer cited in this episode, BreastCancer.org: https://www.breastcancer.org/symptoms/understand_bc/statistics
2. Swedish death cleaning story
3. Project joy hub page
4. Project joy video Rachel shot on spider plants (right before her cancer staging appointment)

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 many projects do you have lying around unfinished? As a realtor, I see firsthand that garages can get lost in unfinished projects.  Guest rooms can become junk rooms where unfinished projects get closed behind a door. I have read statistics that more than half of U.S. homeowners have at least one uncompleted home project. Unfinished projects can add stress to your daily life, especially when you see the unfinished pieces lying around every single day and rendering entire spaces and rooms unusable. How do we finish what we have already started and how can we prevent this cycle from happening again?  Come geek out with me on Finishing & Revising Home Projects.

If you live in the Portland, Oregon area and you’d like to hire me as your Realtor or for some Home Functionality Coaching, reach out to me at Kristina@spaceandreason.com.  The finest compliment I could receive is the confidence of your referral. 

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1. 5 Ways to Finish What You Start (and Why You Often Don't) featured in Psychology Today written by Susan Perry PhD

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As we spend more time at home, efficient layouts and multi-purpose spaces are becoming more attractive to homeowners and buyers. Creating Flex Spaces helps ensure you have space for a wider range of things.  It’s removing outdated labels like “formal dining room” and turning them into something less insistent. Quality use of space is square footage being used to its highest potential. If you are searching for ideas on how to make a space more functional, let’s talk about how to do that.

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1. Bob Vila’s article “Know the Rules for Finished Basements” https://www.bobvila.com/articles/333-know-the-rules-for-finished-basements/

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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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Even if you aren't thinking of selling this year, the projects that can help to sell your home can inform your choices. It can also be a whole lot less work if you're thinking about it now so you aren't overwhelmed with projects when that day finally comes. 

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1. Episode 29 Home Office 
2. Episode 25 Curb Appeal 

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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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Consider your outdoor environment. It can either relax you or stress you out. Is it comfortable?  Do you want to linger?  Do you see or hear birds?  Do you butterflies visiting? Pollinators are responsible for 1 out of 3 bites of food we take each day, and yet pollinators are at a critical point in their own survival. Celebrate this years’ 50th anniversary of Earth Day by incorporating more nectar and pollen sources in your yard to help improve their health and numbers. Increasing the number of pollinator-friendly gardens and landscapes will help revive the health of bees, butterflies, birds, and other pollinators around the world. Published on the 50th Anniversary of Earth Day, in honor of Mother Nature.

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Hire me for help with Home Functionality, or with Selling or Buying a home by emailing me at Kristina@spaceandreason.com

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1. To learn more about how to help Monarchs, visit SaveOurMonarchs.org 
2. My board on Outdoor Spaces on Pinterest where the list lives of Flowers that Attract Butterflies.
3. Audubon's Native Plant Database Find the best plants for the birds in your area. 
4. Explore native plant resources here, including factsheets on creating a native plant garden and how it can save you money.
5. How to make your yard bird-friendly. 
6. Help build on the Million Pollinator Garden Movement. 
7. Why do Writers Love Birds so Much: an article by Katherine Towler in New Hampshire.

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Nothing reminds me of a relaxing vacation more than a hammock! Let’s discuss yard or deck functionality when it comes to relaxation with hammocks.

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1. The double drink holder for yards
2. Episode 39: Front Door Mats

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In this mini episode, I will talk about the conundrum of choosing flooring. Whether you are building a home, remodeling many rooms or simply updating the flooring in one room, there are many good questions to ask yourself about your space and your reason. 

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Episode 43: Scale and choosing Art for your Walls

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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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1. Loved_Before_London on Instagram 
2. Loved Before Website
3. Stuffed Animal Storage Bean Bag Chair 
4. Corner Hammock Stuffed Animal Storage 
5. (Size and Color) Customizable Corner Hammock Stuffed Animal Storage
6. Address 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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What a trying time it can be facing a home filled to the brim with the belongings of someone you spent so much time with.  Let's talk about your parents home; whether they are down sizing, moving into assisted living, or they have passed away, this episode is for you.  

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1. CoinSnap: the app has a coin grading feature and gives a reference price for each coin. With this data, you will be able to easily determine the value of your coin and make informed numismatic purchases, sales, and trading decisions. Coin collection identification. 
2. Episode 62 Swedish Death Cleaning 

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Does your home contribute to GOOD HEALTH or does it sabotage it? As much thought and effort as you put into creating a lovely space for sitting and hanging on the couch, it is important to balance that with putting the same amount of effort into creating spaces for movement. If you’ve felt like it’s time to focus on your health more, lets’ deep dive into hacks, habits, and ways to think of things differently with special guest Nicole Darabi. Nicole is a wife, mother, and fitness nutritionist.  No matter if you are a gym rat or you’ve never sweat a day in your life, let’s talk about how to create spaces for more movement to happen in your home.  Connect with Nicole Darabi Website / Instagram

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• The best Google Home commands for health, nutrition and fitness.
• The 7 Best At-Home Workout Routines: The Ultimate Guide for Training Without a Gym by Nerd Fitness.
• Add weights to your movement; 11 of the best free weights out there; be sure to take your space into consideration before buying! How much room do I have for this? 
• Aesthetically Pleasing Home Gym Spaces by The Spruce.
• Psychology Today: Belly Fat and Your Brain by Susan McQuillan M.S., RDN
• Time Magazine: Half of the U.S. population will be obese by 2030
• Adjustable Dumbbells research by Men's Health Magazine 

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If you want some insight into your overall personal stress level, how you do laundry can be telling!  There are several ways to consider the chore of laundry: how the space itself feels and functions, if you have a routine and whether that is working for you or not, If you have employed hacks or shortcuts, and if you get help with it. Let’s talk about the history of laundry, psychology of the chore, and deep dive into the areas of it that you dislike the most.

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1. Consumer Reports: How to Prevent Dryer Fires
2. Psychology Today article How Often Does the Laundry Get Done? 
3. Spawned Podcast 
4. Great practical tips on laundry from Cool Mom Picks 
5. Magnolia by Joanna Gaines

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Mental load is the invisible labor involved in managing a household and family, beyond simply the physical chores like cleaning and cooking. Let's look at what automation may be able to assist with to cut back on what you have in your head.

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1. What isDropps Earth friendly Laundry & Dishwasher pods
2. Who Gives a Crap Earth friendly Toilet Paper
3. James Clear: Master one thing. 

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What is beautiful to you? Are we truly tuning into what we love individually or are we following the herd with the beigification being fed to us about what is or isn’t good for resale?  Ponder this with us as we consider taste and whether to refinish that dining room table with special guest, Interior Designer Arlene Lord.

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1. Link to Episode 62: Swedish Death Cleaning
2. Arlene Lord  |  Lord Interior Design: 503-974-9689

HOURS: Mon - Thu │10AM - 5PM PST

https://www.lordinteriordesign.com

Lord Interior Design Instagram

Lord Interior Design on LinkedIn

Lord Interior Design on Facebook

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Let’s explore incorporating Crystals into your home for aesthetics and for use in healing or meditation with special guest Margie Breault, Transformational Energy for Life coach, Medium, and Healer. 

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1. Margie Breault, Transformational Energy for Life coach, Medium and Healer.  Instagram    Facebook   Website  Email: prismofbrilliance@gmail.com 

2. Mitchel Gaynor and Lisa Miller and The Awakened Brain 
3. Mini Boxed Crystal Collections at ShoppeGeo and their Instagram profile.
4. Episode 65: Feng Shui
5. Episode 20: Matchy Matchy Isn’t a Thing
6. Episode 21: What Makes People Passionate about their Homes?
7. A great resource to learn about crystals: The Crystal Bible 
8. Meditations Margie particularly enjoys: 

https://youtu.be/sPtICJf4UWI?si=KCu_jmFh09Arm6rQ

https://youtu.be/ww_WcrxZkew?si=vedeqGCt-y0t0qMZ

https://youtu.be/mOT5ae1OMiI?si=FxIdX7v0IrSUDYjF

https://youtu.be/0BOsl7xQPVg?si=A8Jrgi9PX0IFnj2t

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

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What is the number one kitchen hog hiding behind our cabinet doors?  

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1. Medium: Why we Buy Things we Don’t Need
2. Episode 57: Morning Experience
3. Episode 92: Porches

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There are few things in life as nostalgic as sitting around an open fire on a crisp, starry night sharing stories, watching the smoke rise, passing a ukulele around, and listening to the crackle of the wood ablaze. If you’ve considered adding one to your yard, let’s deep dive into size, aesthetics, functionality, and portability with special guest Mike Bertelsen, founder of Cowboy Cauldron. From tiny spaces to luxurious resorts, there’s a fire pit with your name on it.

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1. Sophisticated Versions of S’mores.
2. Learn more about the estate at Mt. Vernon and tour the home virtually
3. Book: the Social Conquest of Earth by Edward. O. Wilson winner of the Pulitzer Prize: https://www.amazon.com/Social-Conquest-Earth-Edward-Wilson/dp/0871403633 

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Part of enjoying your home is enjoying the people in it. Hosting small gatherings with 6-8 people can be small enough that everyone can participate around a table, island or fire pit.  Let's plan something low-key so gatherings can happen more often.

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1. Epicurious article titled You Should Throw a Fall Soup Party. 
2. Lagunitas Hoppy Refresher is a fresh take on an old tradition ... An IPA-inspired refreshment that's zero-alcohol, zero-carbohydrate, and zero-calorie, made using everything we know about hops. It's chock-full of Citra, Equinox, and Centennial hops, as well as some natural flavors and a pinch brewer's yeast to biotransform-ate the hops to just the right flavor.  

Change is constant and it tends to manifest nervous anticipation of what is to come. One of the best ways of coping is to focus on what is stable. This is where traditions come in. They bring meaning to our lives and give us a sense of belonging. This episode is about creating wonderful traditions NOT associated with gathering in groups.  Share photos of your traditions with me by using the #HomeSpaceAndReason hashtag or tagging me @SpaceAndReason.

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I have gift certificates available for Home Functionality Coaching sessions so you can ask your partner for a session with me as a gift.  Sometimes we aren’t quick to spend money on ourselves but now you can ask for Coaching to Create a Home that Thrives!

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1. The Psychology Today article that I quoted; Happiness and Tradition. 
2. First Snow Traditions by MontanaHappy. 
3. Embrace your Food Heritage from Family Search  
4. Mint Julep Tradition at the Kentucky Derby.

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When we think about overwhelm or anxiety coming specifically from your home, part of it could be the daily grind of upkeep. As simple as it sounds, we all know, indeed it is not simple but what if there was a tool that could help us handle it better so we can step back and worry less? 

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1. Learn more about The Skylight Calendar 
2. Anthony commenting about FOOD on TikTok
3. Episode 26: Creating Great Outdoor Spaces 
4. New York Times: Why Women do the Household Worrying and how to get men to do more of it. 
5. The Book Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance 
6. Episode 5: The Space that doesn't get Used 
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1. House Beautiful article “Slow Decorating in the Age of Instant Design” 
2. Episode 29: Home Office

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Immerse yourself in deeper thinking about your bedroom.

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1. Amazon Inexpensive Headboard
2. Ep. 25: Great Curb Appeal 
3. Ep. 26: Creating great Outdoor Spaces 
4. Ep: 27: Attracting Hummingbirds, Butterflies & Birds 
5. Ep. 28: Fencing, Hedges & Privacy Screens 

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Use this Episode to accompany you when you are sorting through things - drawers and clothes, boxes and the bins in the garage. Repeat as often as you need to help you think out loud.

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1. The New Yorker: A Guide to Getting Rid of Almost Everything - sorry, this does require a subscription but it's so good I had to include it!
2. Better Homes and Gardens: How to get Rid of Practically Anything 

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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

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The daily task of getting good nutritious food into your body and not having any food waste at the end of it is no small task.  Add feeding more mouths into the equation along with a job and overwhelm comes knocking.  Let's talk about a light at the end of the tunnel.

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This is a parallel story about Jessica Dudley and her health and home journeys.  It’s a fascinating and educational story filled with ups and downs, wallpaper and mold, hope, and satisfaction.  Her health journey started when she was 18 years old but as a remodeler of historic homes, this is also a story about creating a home for healing. See the supporting VIDEO on YouTube.

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1. Jessica Dudley’s Instagram Accounts: ThankfulBungalow  and EDSinspired 
2. Jessica Dudley’s Blog  Thankful Bungalow 
3. Psychology Today: Self Compassion and Meditation can yield better mental health
4. 8 places you might find mold from AllergyAndAir.com

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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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1. Christen’s “I Organize Everything” Website
2. Christen’s YouTube Channel
3. Buy her worksheets at her Shop
4. Book // “How to Organize Everything” by Christen Fackler 
5. Christen's TikTok Profile
6. Home Space and Reason Episode 5 | Space that Isn't Used
7. Home Space and Reason Episode 8b: Making a Family Annual 

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A front doormat is one of the first lines of defense against bringing dirt, pollen, germs, and other pollutants into your home but what does yours say about you?  Does it thoughtfully complement the aesthetic of your entire home?  Does it speak about the people who live there and their values or taste? What is the reason behind your choice?  Do you want to make people laugh or embrace the mid-century modern vibe based on the architecture of your home?  Let’s talk about Front Door Mats!

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1. Tile Mat Design tool
2. Scrusher Boot and Shoe Brush

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If you are fortunate enough to have a garage, it is often the biggest room in your home. Some people think of a garage as a storage place to put things that are unsightly or incomplete. Sometimes things accumulate to the point that all your square footage isn’t even useful any longer. This episode features garage expert Mark Greene, host of "Cars Yeah" podcast who offers thoughts, insights and ideas of ways to reimagine your garage so you get the most out of every square foot.

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Let's examine the pile-up of Dishes, Pots & Pans in the kitchen and deconstruct the linchpin to find sustainable ease in future functionality.

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