Clutter Free Academy

Kathi Lipp
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Have you always known you could change the world - if only you could find your car keys on the regular? Clutter Free Academy is for you. If you want to live clutter free, organized and prepared for anything, this is to podcast you must listen to. With practical ideas and tons of hope, humor and how-tos, host Kathi Lipp with teach you to live with Less Cutter, More Life.

  1. 1D AGO

    When Holidays Hurt: Gentle Rituals and Safe Havens for Grief and Joy to Coexist

    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, simplicity, or supportive people) and adjust traditions accordingly Create a “safe haven” at home or a mobile breathing space to check in with your heart Set loving boundaries and reset expectations with family when energy is low Use a simple permission slip to skip activities without guilt Try gentle remembrance practices (a candle at dinner, an empty chair, a ribbon or ornament) that bring meaning without overwhelm Use grounding techniques for overstimulation (engage one sense at a time, savor small joys) Build a nourishing rhythm of rest, connection with safe people, and small acts of creation Reflect and release—recognizing what’s hard while noticing new strength and hope They also share a resource to walk beside you: Tenneil’s "When Joy Takes Courage: A Guide to Healing Through the Holiday Season" —a 12-day, retreat-style guide to help you move gently through the season. If your holidays need to be smaller, slower, and softer this year, you’re not failing—you’re being faithful to the season you’re in. This episode will help you breathe again.

    32 min

  2. NOV 4

    Save Money, Cut Food Waste: How We Buy Dinner for a Fraction of Eating Out

    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 it’s worth it) Their best “surprise bag” wins (pizza, bagels, bakery, gumbo, and more) What to know before you go: pickup windows, freshness, and cancellations Smart hacks for leftovers: air fryer reheat, freezing donuts, and sharing the bounty Who this is great for (and who should skip it) How to weave it into errands, travel, and low-cost date nights You’ll walk away with a simple, step-by-step plan to save money, reduce waste, and bring a little adventure back to your meals—without adding chaos to your life.

    28 min

  3. OCT 30

    Episode 693a: Be 1,000 Items Lighter by December 1: Your Invite to Kathi’s 30‑Day 1K

    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 progress before Thanksgiving and Christmas. If you’ve been craving accountability, community, and a clear, doable plan, this friendly Facebook group is ready to help you get a thousand items lighter by December 1.

    3 min

  4. OCT 28

    Prep Now, Breathe Later: Our Next 5 Stress-Cutters for the Holidays - Part 2

    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 Pre‑decluttering guest spaces to avoid stash‑and‑dash panic Easy guest‑room touches that feel welcoming (without staging a hotel) The power of starting a donation box now so there’s room for people, presents, and peace. You’ll hear smart ideas for thrifted gifting, family‑first traditions (hello, UNO and naps), and planning charitable giving in advance so it comes from joy, not guilt. If you want a holiday that’s calmer, kinder, and centered on what matters most, this episode offers doable steps you can start today.

    24 min

  5. OCT 21

    Prep Now, Breathe Later: Our first 5 Stress-Cutters for the Holidays

    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 families, how to audit your calendar for joy instead of obligation, and how to pre‑plan holiday meals that won’t leave you buried in dishes. Tenneil also shares her hospitality bin idea so you’re always ready for guests without last‑minute scrambling. Listen in for doable steps you can take now to reduce December stress and increase December joy.

    33 min

  6. OCT 14

    Declutter for the Hard Season: What to Tackle When Your Energy is Low

    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 matters Meal strategies that don’t require chef-level energy (hello, rotisserie chicken + prepared foods) Easy home adaptations that save steps: snack stations, overbed tables, and a shower stool The emotional shift from guilt to acceptance—and how gratitude lightens the load Why decluttering brings immediate peace in a tough season How to reset holiday expectations and ask for help without shame If you’re navigating illness, caregiving, burnout, or just a low-energy chapter, this episode will help you simplify plans, protect your energy, and find beauty in a smaller, saner life—one small doable step at a time.

    30 min

  7. OCT 7

    Before and After That Sticks: Outsmart Your Future Self with the Junk Drawer Challenge

    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 can see. Listeners will learn: Why the junk drawer is the perfect place to start (everyone has one, and it’s a fast win) How before-and-after photos retrain your brain to notice progress Easy systems to keep it tidy: involving zip top bags, Sharpie marker and Post-it notes How to ‘outsmart your future self’ with simple habit swaps (try a morning reset if evening resets fail) and pre-commitment strategies that hold steady when life gets stormy. Jump into the community challenge, get accountability, and walk away with a drawer that finally works for your real life.

    12 min

  8. SEP 30

    Compassion, Not Willpower: Build Daily Rhythms That Carry You to Clutter-Free

    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 the lunch bag so you don’t forget it, lay clothes on the bed so they must be put away before sleep, schedule regular donation pickups to create a decluttering deadline, and use grocery pickup, batch cooking, and a small rice cooker to simplify meals and reduce decision fatigue. Tonya adds her own accountability and evening wind-down moves that make mornings smoother for the whole family. Listeners are invited into an easy win: the Junk Drawer Challenge. Post your junk drawer “before” in Clutter Free Academy today and your “after” by Friday. Short, compassionate systems—not willpower—are what keep homes peaceful and clutter-free. Join the community for accountability at kathi.link/CFA.

    25 min
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Have you always known you could change the world - if only you could find your car keys on the regular? Clutter Free Academy is for you. If you want to live clutter free, organized and prepared for anything, this is to podcast you must listen to. With practical ideas and tons of hope, humor and how-tos, host Kathi Lipp with teach you to live with Less Cutter, More Life.

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  • Creator
    Kathi Lipp
  • Years Active
    2015 - 2025
  • Episodes
    600
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © (c) 2022 Kathi Lipp
  • Show Website
    Clutter Free Academy

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