Declutter Empress Radio
61 episodes - English - Latest episode: 17 days ago - ★★★★★ - 10 ratingsThis monthly podcast will provide you with snippets on how to live a clutter-free life.
Your host, Derria, is a strong believer in self-care and encourages anyone to live a joyful and clutter-free life on purpose. Plus join Declutter Empress Radio on Twitter for more conversation between episodes.
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Episodes
Episode 57: No Thanks. How To Decline Gifts Without Sounding Like A Jerk
June 30, 2024 17:35 - 9 minutes - 6.51 MBJust when you've finally cleared out all the stuff you didn't need, here come more gifts. What do you do without coming across as rude?
Episode 56: You Really Don't Need That Notebook. Do You?
June 01, 2024 02:14 - 13 minutes - 9.19 MBBeat procrastination by using tools that you already have. Local community events mentioned in this episode: Candid Conversations with Curvy Girls Get tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/candid-conversations-with-curvy-girls-women-empowering-event-tickets-872094356697
Episode 55: Boost Your Vibes | Creating Playlists for a Vibrant Life and Home
April 30, 2024 17:51 - 7 minutes - 4.9 MBLet's explore how creating curated playlists can unlock the vibe in our space and uplift our spirits and moods. Local Small Businesses mentioned in this episode: Decadent Flavor in the Northwest Indiana and Chicagoland area | Follow on Instagram @decadentflavor
Episode 54: How To Beat The Post Vacation Blues
March 28, 2024 03:08 - 7 minutes - 5.16 MBYou don’t have to have the blues returning from vacation. Relax. Take the load off. Here are a few easy ways to prepare for your trip so you can have peace and rest upon return.
Episode 53: Decluttering For Pet Owners
February 27, 2024 17:32 - 6 minutes - 4.59 MBAre you new to pet ownership or need help creating a pet-friendly space? Whether you’re a novice or an experienced pet owner let’s share ideas about how to create harmony for our pets while maintaining our sanity and peaceful space.
Episode 52: Spontaneous Decluttering | Flipping the Script on Traditional Decluttering Methods
January 25, 2024 02:19 - 10 minutes - 6.91 MBNew year. A new way of doing some things. We're flipping the script on traditional decluttering this time around. Let's explore unique and fresh ways to prioritize joy, embrace spontaneity, and energize our spaces.
Episode 51: Can Your Life Fit In A Storage Unit?
December 20, 2023 03:44 - 15 minutes - 10.2 MBThere's space for that or is it? Let's talk about it.
Episode 50: Chicago's First Microschool
November 08, 2023 08:14 - 29 minutes - 18.5 MBWe talk with Janice Cowley, the founder of Urban Explorers to discuss her passion for streamlining quality education for students in STEM and the arts on the go, all within the setup of an RV. Visit Janice Cowley | https://www.urbanexplorersofchicago.com/
Episode 50: Chicago's First Mobile School
November 08, 2023 08:14 - 29 minutes - 18.5 MBWe talk with Janice Cowley, the founder of Urban Explorers to discuss her passion for streamlining quality education for students in STEM and the arts on the go, all within the setup of an RV. Visit Janice Cowley | https://www.urbanexplorersofchicago.com/
Episode 49: Quarterly Reset
October 27, 2023 00:55 - 4 minutes - 3.18 MBAre you feeling depleted this time of year? Not to worry. It's nothing that a little cup of hot cocoa and quarterly reminder can't fix.
Episode 48: Simplify Your Life for Handling Life's Unexpected Detours with Decluttering
September 26, 2023 23:11 - 5 minutes - 3.84 MBWe've all experienced detours in life, but hang in there. The clutter in our lives serve as warning signals that we could be ignoring.
Episode 47: Information Overload
August 31, 2023 01:24 - 13 minutes - 7.58 MBIt's easy to get lost in the sea of research. However, with a made up mind to focus on the essential we can stay on track to achieve our goals. Visit the Declutter Empress Radio YouTube Channel | https://www.youtube.com/@declutterempressradio9320
Episode 46: Unpacking Emotional Clutter
July 31, 2023 20:14 - 9 minutes - 5.31 MBSometimes we have to have difficult conversations to protect our peace and energy.
Episode 45: Goodwill Don’t Want Your Sh*t
June 29, 2023 04:02 - 7 minutes - 4.61 MBCaution: Don’t turn your closet into a landfill.
Episode 44: Breaking Up Is Hard To Do
May 17, 2023 00:21 - 14 minutes - 9.09 MBImagine, for a moment, going one day without checking your phone. How would that make you feel? In today’s world it’s tough to do, but not impossible. Let’s do this together!
Episode 43: Stress-Free Meal Prep - Featuring Catherine McCord
April 12, 2023 09:00 - 24 minutes - 13.2 MBIn this episode, we have a lively conversation about meal prep with Catherine McCord, author of her new cookbook, Meal Prep Magic: Time-Saving Tricks for Stress-Free Cooking. She is also the founder of weelicious.com, a food information resource website that provides weekly, easy to make meal plans . Catherine gives us practical and actionable steps to minimize the stress in preparing meals and organization strategies to save time and reduce clutter. Her book and advice applies to anyone who ...
Episode 42: Get Organized to Live in the Present
March 31, 2023 16:55 - 8 minutes - 6.13 MBAre you having a hard time focusing on what's right in front of you? Let's talk about how staying present throughout the week can make our days run smoother.
Episode 41: How To Organize Your Home In Three Steps
February 28, 2023 04:38 - 6 minutes - 3.11 MBThis episode provides three simple steps on how to organize your home to maximize the space you already have.
Episode 40: Developing Good Habits
January 25, 2023 22:17 - 9 minutes - 4.79 MBHave your New Year's resolutions fallen through the cracks? No need to fret. In this episode we will talk about how to develop good habits and make positive changes in our lives.
Episode 39: How to Experience True Joy
December 18, 2022 14:21 - 10 minutes - 4.78 MBWhat is joy? In this episode, we’ll talk about how to get and maintain a continuous state of happiness.
Episode 38: Shut Out The Noise
November 17, 2022 21:17 - 7 minutes - 3.55 MBDo you concern yourself with other people's opinions about a movie you like, your favorite book...? Are you constantly feeling the urge to say everything that's on your mind? If so, this episode is for you. Let's get into minding our own business and not allow other people's opinions to influence our decisions.
Episode 37[Encore Episode]: Don't Get Spooked! Get Ready. Get Set Go!
November 01, 2022 01:06 - 9 minutes - 5.88 MBHow are you doing on your goals so far this quarter? Don't be dismayed, this encore episode will hopefully encourage you to keep going!
Episode 36: Fall Maintenance
September 30, 2022 02:43 - 16 minutes - 36.2 MBNow is the time to break out our fall maintenance checklist. We winterize our homes this time of the year. So, let's also check-in with ourselves as we enter this new season!
Episode 35: Interference
August 30, 2022 20:45 - 9 minutes - 20.7 MBIn this episode, we’ll discuss how to take comfort and embrace life’s interferences. Resource mentioned: 5 minute Laughter Yoga | https://celestegreenelaughs.com/
Episode 34 The Dangers Of Decluttering - Part 2
July 31, 2022 20:26 - 7 minutes - 7.08 MBThis is a follow up to Part 1 of our series on "The Dangers of Decluttering". In this episode, we discuss solutions to how to not obsess over decluttering.
Episode 33: The Dangers Of Decluttering
June 30, 2022 17:23 - 7 minutes - 6.95 MBAre decluttering binges your jam? What are we really distracting ourselves from when we obsess over tossing out things? In this episode, we'll explore a few reasons behind this activity.
Episode 33: The Dangers Of Decluttering - Part 1
June 30, 2022 17:23 - 7 minutes - 6.95 MBAre decluttering binges your jam? What are we really distracting ourselves from when we obsess over tossing out things? In this episode, we'll explore a few reasons behind this activity.
Episode 32: So Much News All Of The Time
May 26, 2022 16:34 - 8 minutes - 7.73 MBIs the news wearing you down? Today we’ll discuss how we can cope with the amount of information we consume. Article reference mentioned: https://newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org/discussion/beware-of-binge-watching-negative-news/
Episode 31: The Connection Between Sleep And Clutter
April 29, 2022 10:00 - 10 minutes - 9.86 MBIn this episode we’ll discuss how clutter affects your sleep and what you can do about it. Links to resources mentioned: Visual Design | https://www.sleepfoundation.org/bedroom-environment/how-to-design-the-ideal-bedroom-for-sleep Colors | https://www.sleep.org/sleep-environment/best-colors-for-sleep/
Episode 30: Transition To Ease
March 31, 2022 01:34 - 10 minutes - 9.69 MBTwo years ago I provided tips on how to smoothly transition to remote work. And here we are two years later where I share ways on how you can transition back to the office with ease. Today's episode will bring you good tidings on how to reset yourself for a smooth transition.
Episode 29: Take Care to Take Care
February 07, 2022 01:58 - 8 minutes - 8.36 MBIt's time to take care of ourselves and compare ourselves only against our last performance.
Episode 28: Declutter Your Mind: What to do when concern turns into worry
January 31, 2022 02:08 - 7 minutes - 7.15 MBWhat’s bugging you? Stop fretting over everything and get on with figuring things out. In this episode, we will explore ideas on getting out of the land of worry.
Episode 27: Auld Lang Syne. Does Anybody Really Know The Words?
December 23, 2021 04:31 - 7 minutes - 6.59 MBIn this episode we explore lyrics to the song often associated with New Year’s Eve celebrations.
Episode 26: Thankfulness Is A Game Changer
November 24, 2021 00:15 - 4 minutes - 4.12 MBDeveloping a thankful attitude isn't easy. It's a lifelong journey.
Episode 25: Don't Get Spooked. Get Ready. Get Set. Let's Go!
October 29, 2021 15:34 - 8 minutes - 7.19 MBIn this episode, we'll talk about creating a simple rhythm and flow to get back on track and reset during this last quarter of the year. Resource mentioned: "Free to Focus: A Total Productivity System to Achieve More by Doing Less" by Michael Hyatt
Episode 24: How Can I Adapt And Be Flexible To Change?
October 29, 2021 13:19 - 5 minutes - 5.21 MBThis episode provides three ways on how to become more flexible and adaptable in these ever-changing times. Reference mentioned: How Experience Changes Brain Plasticity|Article https://www.verywellmind.com/what-is-brain-plasticity-2794886
Episode 23: Let Go Of What's No Longer Working For You
October 29, 2021 13:02 - 8 minutes - 7.83 MBJust like there's a change of season in weather, we also experience change of season in our lives. Knowing when to let go of what isn't working or no longer serving us well preserves our joy and peace.
Episode 24: Let Go Of What's No Longer Working For You
October 01, 2021 03:30 - 9 minutes - 7.99 MBJust like there's a change of season in the weather, we also experience change of seasons in our lives. Knowing when to let go of what isn't working or no longer serving us well preserves our joy and peace.
Episode 23: How Can I Adapt and Be Flexible to Change?
August 31, 2021 13:13 - 5 minutes - 4.88 MBThis episode provides three ways on how to become more flexible and adaptable in these ever-changing times. Reference mentioned: How Experience Changes Brain Plasticity|Article https://www.verywellmind.com/what-is-brain-plasticity-2794886
Episode 22: Enough is Enough—I Stopped Wasting Money on These Things
June 10, 2021 13:14 - 8 minutes - 8.02 MBThis episode provides practical tips on ways to stop wasting money. It’s about choosing quality over quantity. Establishing what’s enough for you will help control the wasteful spending. Resource mentioned: "Your Money or Your Life", by Vicki Robin and Joe Dominguez, https://yourmoneyoryourlife.com/book-summary/
Episode 21: Overthinking—The Best Decision is To Make A Decision
May 06, 2021 13:26 - 2 minutes - 2.3 MBNo more overthinking. The best decision is to make a decision. Lessen the anxiety and fearfulness overthinking brings. Listen in to hear how you can resolve overthinking and create an oasis headspace by performing these two things. References mentioned: General Anxiety Disorder, by Mayo Clinic Staff article available at https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/generalized-anxiety-disorder/symptoms-causes/syc-20360803
Episode 20; Roaring Twenties, Part 2
March 19, 2021 17:28 - 4 minutes - 4.05 MBThis episode features three tips from the “Welcome to the Roaring Twenties” episode that originally aired on January 25, 2020. Plus, tune in for two bonus tips on how to keep us hopeful and moving forward this year.
Episode 19: The Case for Not Sending Greeting Cards
December 23, 2020 17:02 - 2 minutes - 2.1 MBCan we talk about this for moment? Are greeting cards cramping your space?
Episode 18: 'Tis the Season to be Thankful
November 19, 2020 14:37 - 2 minutes - 1.79 MBIts been a rough year. Holidays will be different, but there is still so much to be thankful for.
Episode 17: What's a Quarter to You?
October 20, 2020 20:59 - 8 minutes - 6.84 MBThis episode will help us identify activities we can perform in 15 minutes that add value to our lives.
Episode 16: Built To Last
August 19, 2020 23:03 - 4 minutes - 7.49 MBThis episode features tips to help us cope in these trying times.
Episode 15: Shift Your Mindset - It’s Time To Reboot
June 03, 2020 22:44 - 6 minutes - 10.8 MBIt's time to change our minds about what is possible during this time of grace.
Episode 14: Transition To Remote Work
March 22, 2020 21:50 - 5 minutes - 2.82 MBThree tips for a smooth transition to working remotely.
Episode 13: Welcome To The Roaring Twenties!
January 25, 2020 20:32 - 13 minutes - 6.77 MBThis episode is packed with twenty lifestyle tips that you can apply today to help you begin and end this year strong.
Episode 12: What’s Eating You? Time To Stop Overthinking and Start Living
November 05, 2019 02:00 - 6 minutes - 3.18 MBDon't allow overthinking to paralyze you. Keep moving. In this episode, I will provide a few scenarios on how to stop overthinking and start living.