Declutter Empress Radio: Recent Episodes
Declutter Empress Radio
This 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.
Please send questions to declutterempressradio@gmail.com.
In this episode, we talk about why it’s a good idea to start planning for 2025 now. I'll explain how using physical planners helps me to stay organized and ahead. I also share how I use the Rule of Three to set realistic goals and manage my time. Simple, practical advice for getting ready for the year ahead!Resources mentioned in this episode:dayuse.com | Day Designer | Blue Sky Planner
Let's chat about the power of napping and how it's become a crucial part of my routine, especially as an introverted extrovert. Recently, I attended a podcast convention with over 1,000 people, which could have been overwhelming if I hadn't prioritized rest. Let’s discuss how to create the perfect nap environment and tips for sneaking in some rest during a busy day. Don't forget to share your favorite ways to reset in the comments!Businesses mentioned for sustainability:Too Good to Go | https://www.toogoodtogo.com/
How to stay informed without the constant grind. Let's give ourselves a break.Local small businesses mentioned in this episode:DETOXX Products™️ | Anjie is a 100% vegan and natural body soap independent brand in Chicago. @detoxxproducts
Just 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?
Beat procrastination by using tools that you already have.Local community events mentioned in this episode:Candid Conversations with Curvy GirlsGet tickets:https://www.eventbrite.com/e/candid-conversations-with-curvy-girls-women-empowering-event-tickets-872094356697
Let'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
You 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.
Are 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.
New 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.
We 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/
Are 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.
We've all experienced detours in life, but hang in there. The clutter in our lives serve as warning signals that we could be ignoring.
It'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.
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Imagine, 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!
In 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 seeks to have a better relationship with their kitchen.Meal Prep Magic: Time Saving Tricks for Stress-Free Cooking - https://weelicious.com/meal-prep-magic/Weelicious - https://weelicious.com/Twitter - https://twitter.com/weelicious/
Are 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.
This episode provides three simple steps on how to organize your home to maximize the space you already have.
Have 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.
What is joy? In this episode, we’ll talk about how to get and maintain a continuous state of happiness.
Do 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.
How are you doing on your goals so far this quarter? Don't be dismayed, this encore episode will hopefully encourage you to keep going!
Now 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!
In this episode, we’ll discuss how to take comfort and embrace life’s interferences.
Resource mentioned: 5 minute Laughter Yoga | https://celestegreenelaughs.com/
This 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.
Are 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.
Is 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/
In 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/
Two 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.
It's time to take care of ourselves and compare ourselves only against our last performance.
What’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.
In this episode we explore lyrics to the song often associated with New Year’s Eve celebrations.
In 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
This 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
Just 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.
This 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/
No 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
This 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.
Its been a rough year. Holidays will be different, but there is still so much to be thankful for.
This episode will help us identify activities we can perform in 15 minutes that add value to our lives.
This episode is packed with twenty lifestyle tips that you can apply today to help you begin and end this year strong.
Don'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.
This episode will provide tips on how college students can live a clutter-free life on campus.
The endless "to do" list can be exhausting. This episode provides tips on how to declutter that "to do" list and to help you focus on what matters most.
Making home your oasis. Start taking small steps in decluttering your home without overwhelming yourself.