Clutter Free Academy

Are you caught in the tension between wanting a perfect home and feeling overwhelmed by the impossibility of achieving it? In this episode of Clutter Free Academy, Kathi Lipp sits down with Hilary Bernstein, author of "The Tension of Tidy," to explore the connection between perfectionism and our struggle with clutter. 

Learn why perfectionists often have the hardest time maintaining an organized home and discover practical strategies for breaking free from the paralysis of perfectionism. Hilary shares insights about finding God's grace in our imperfect spaces and offers hope for those caught between Pinterest-perfect expectations and real-life limitations. 

In this episode, you'll discover: 

- Why perfectionism often leads to cluttered spaces 

- How to celebrate small wins in home management 

- Practical first steps for overwhelmed perfectionists 

- Biblical perspective on imperfect spaces 

- Permission to invite people into your imperfect home 

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In this episode of Clutter-Free Academy, Kathi Lipp and Tonya Kubo help listeners kick off 2025 with a practical plan for a clutter-free home. Kathi shares her personal goal of decluttering 100 spaces in her house this year and how she’s breaking it down into manageable, 15-minute tasks. 

Tonya adds her insights on avoiding overwhelm and tailoring the process to fit your unique spaces and needs. Whether you prefer a printable checklist or an editable spreadsheet, this episode provides actionable tools and encouragement to get started. Tune in to learn why small steps lead to big results and how to find hidden peace in your home. 

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Kathi Lipp gives readers an easy-to-follow process for meal planning and prep, so that they can enjoy a full day each week of real rest and refreshment.

Could you use a break from cooking (and everything else) once a week? Not only is rest vital for your mind and body, it’s good for your soul too. God designed us to enter into Sabbath rest one day per week, but as you know, meals still need to be made. Your family still needs to be fed.

Sabbath Soup includes convenient, seasonal meal plans that take the guesswork out of shopping and cooking. More than just a collection of delicious recipes—including main dishes, breads, breakfasts, desserts, salads, sides, and yes, soups—this is your guide to establishing a weekly rhythm and routine of meal planning and prep that allows you to have a true day off.

Do something good for your soul and experience the peace that comes with a full day dedicated to spending time with God, family, and friends. Savor your Sabbath as you proudly proclaim, “Soup’s on!”

Order your copy of Sabbath Soup: Weekly Menus and Rhythms to Make Space for a Day of Rest here.

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Tonya Kubo is the illustrious and fearless leader of Kathi Lipp’s Clutter Free Academy Facebook group and the Clutter Free for Life membership program. A professional community strategist, she believes everyone deserves to have a place online where they feel like they belong. Raised by a hoarder, Tonya knows firsthand the pain and isolation that comes from living in conditions others don’t understand. She wants better for her family and her cluttery peeps, which is why she is passionate about the compassionate slow-and-steady approach that makes Clutter Free unique. She lives in the heart of California with her husband, Brian, their two spirited daughters, and one very tolerant cat. Visit tonyakubo.com to find out more about her community work, or email her at [email protected] to discuss the Clutter Free Academy podcast and programs.

In this episode of Clutter Free Academy, host Kathi Lipp is joined by Tonya Kubo to delve into the hidden costs of clutter and how it impacts our lives beyond the physical. They explore the emotional, spiritual, and financial toll that clutter can take and discuss...

In this enlightening episode of Clutter Free Academy, Kathi Lipp welcomes author Arlene Pellicane to discuss the delicate balance of managing different organizational styles within marriage. If you're struggling with a spouse who has different standards of tidiness,...

Hey there, friend! Are you caught in the tension between wanting a perfect home and feeling overwhelmed by the impossibility of achieving it? In this episode of Clutter Free Academy, Kathi Lipp sits down with Hilary Bernstein, author of "The Tension of Tidy," to...

#654 Declutter Your Life: 100 Spaces, 15 Minutes Each

In this episode of Clutter-Free Academy, Kathi Lipp and Tonya Kubo help listeners kick off 2025 with a practical plan for a clutter-free home. Kathi shares her personal goal of decluttering 100 spaces in her house this year and how she’s breaking it down into manageable, 15-minute tasks. 

Tonya adds her insights on avoiding overwhelm and tailoring the process to fit your unique spaces and needs. Whether you prefer a printable checklist or an editable spreadsheet, this episode provides actionable tools and encouragement to get started. Tune in to learn why small steps lead to big results and how to find hidden peace in your home. 

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• 100 Spaces Checklist PDF

• Editable Spreadsheet Version

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In this eye opening episode of Clutter-Free Academy, join Kathi Lipp as she speaks with Dr. Vicki Kasper to explore the powerful and surprising link between clutter and sleep. They discuss the science behind rest, how a clutter-free environment contributes to restorative sleep, and actionable steps you can take today to declutter your way to peace and rest.

Dr. Vicki shares her expertise in lifestyle medicine with insights that could transform your bedtime routine and overall health. Listen along for the practical solutions offered in this episode, and be sure to follow up and get the free tip sheet designed to help you clear mental hurdles and sleep better. Everyone will benefit from the dynamic duo’s wisdom and be able to begin their journey to a clutter-free, restful life. 

Join the conversation and get ready to implement life-changing habits that will help you live every day with less clutter and more life.

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Kathi Lipp gives readers an easy-to-follow process for meal planning and prep, so that they can enjoy a full day each week of real rest and refreshment.

Could you use a break from cooking (and everything else) once a week? Not only is rest vital for your mind and body, it’s good for your soul too. God designed us to enter into Sabbath rest one day per week, but as you know, meals still need to be made. Your family still needs to be fed.

Sabbath Soup includes convenient, seasonal meal plans that take the guesswork out of shopping and cooking. More than just a collection of delicious recipes—including main dishes, breads, breakfasts, desserts, salads, sides, and yes, soups—this is your guide to establishing a weekly rhythm and routine of meal planning and prep that allows you to have a true day off.

Do something good for your soul and experience the peace that comes with a full day dedicated to spending time with God, family, and friends. Savor your Sabbath as you proudly proclaim, “Soup’s on!”

Order your copy of Sabbath Soup: Weekly Menus and Rhythms to Make Space for a Day of Rest here.

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A twenty-year career as an obstetrician/gynecologist, delivereing precious babies at all hours of the day and night,  doling out advice to women from all walks of life, treating illnesses, and giving doses of encouragement for living.
At the age of fifty, Dr Vickie was stronger and more fit than ever. Living her life in high gear, neglecting sleep and rest. Then, a rare neuromuscular disease called myasthenia gravis brought her life to a screeching halt.

Becoming a patient, Dr Vickie gained new insight, perspective, and tested her own advice. After surgery and intense medical treatment, she regained her health. Then came a borderline diabetes diagnosis, prompting lifestyle changes and igniting a passion for the power of lifestyle changes.

While Dr Vickie’s Christian faith was a solid foundation in her journey to health, she had a lot to learn about eating, sleeping, and managing stress. Now working in the field of lifestyle medicine, which emphasizes the importance of taking care of the whole body.

Now, as energized and healthy as ever before, Dr Vickie helps people adopt the six pillars of lifestyle medicine in their own lives. Whether you’re trying to prevent disease, treat a condition, or live with a chronic illness, lifestyle medicine can help you feel better.

You can find Dr Vickie on her Website here.

In this enlightening episode of Clutter Free Academy, Kathi Lipp welcomes author Arlene Pellicane to discuss the delicate balance of managing different organizational styles within marriage. If you're struggling with a spouse who has different standards of tidiness,...

Hey there, friend! Are you caught in the tension between wanting a perfect home and feeling overwhelmed by the impossibility of achieving it? In this episode of Clutter Free Academy, Kathi Lipp sits down with Hilary Bernstein, author of "The Tension of Tidy," to...

Hey there, friend! In this episode of Clutter-Free Academy, Kathi Lipp and Tonya Kubo help listeners kick off 2025 with a practical plan for a clutter-free home. Kathi shares her personal goal of decluttering 100 spaces in her house this year and how she’s breaking it...

#653 Say Goodbye to Insomnia: How Decluttering Can Reboot Your Rest

In this eye opening episode of Clutter-Free Academy, join Kathi Lipp as she speaks with Dr. Vicki Kasper to explore the powerful and surprising link between clutter and sleep. They discuss the science behind rest, how a clutter-free environment contributes to restorative sleep, and actionable steps you can take today to declutter your way to peace and rest. Dr. Vicki shares her expertise in lifestyle medicine with insights that could transform your bedtime routine and overall health. Listen along for the practical solutions offered in this episode, and be sure to follow up and get the free tip sheet designed to help you clear mental hurdles and sleep better. Everyone will benefit from the dynamic duo's wisdom and be able to begin their journey to a clutter-free, restful life.   

Hey there, friend!

In this encouraging episode of Clutter Free Academy, hosts Kathi Lipp and Tonya Kubo reveal the top 10 habits they’ve developed since embracing a clutter-free lifestyle. This candid conversation offers listeners practical insights into how living clutter-free transforms daily routines and decision-making. 

Listen in as Kathi and Tonya share how to make shopping lists that actually prevent clutter, why online grocery shopping can be a game-changer for staying organized, the mental health benefits of simple habits like making your bed, smart strategies for family dinner organization, how to approach sales and bulk purchases without accumulating clutter, a systematic approach to home organization that reduces decision fatigue and more! 

Join the conversation and get ready to implement life-changing habits that will help you live every day with less clutter and more life.

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Kathi Lipp gives readers an easy-to-follow process for meal planning and prep, so that they can enjoy a full day each week of real rest and refreshment.

Could you use a break from cooking (and everything else) once a week? Not only is rest vital for your mind and body, it’s good for your soul too. God designed us to enter into Sabbath rest one day per week, but as you know, meals still need to be made. Your family still needs to be fed.

Sabbath Soup includes convenient, seasonal meal plans that take the guesswork out of shopping and cooking. More than just a collection of delicious recipes—including main dishes, breads, breakfasts, desserts, salads, sides, and yes, soups—this is your guide to establishing a weekly rhythm and routine of meal planning and prep that allows you to have a true day off.

Do something good for your soul and experience the peace that comes with a full day dedicated to spending time with God, family, and friends. Savor your Sabbath as you proudly proclaim, “Soup’s on!”

Order your copy of Sabbath Soup: Weekly Menus and Rhythms to Make Space for a Day of Rest here.

Join our Clutter Free Academy Facebook Group

Order Sabbath Soup here  

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Tonya Kubo is the illustrious and fearless leader of Kathi Lipp’s Clutter Free Academy Facebook group and the Clutter Free for Life membership program. A speaker and writer, Tonya makes her home in the heart of California with her husband, Brian, their two spirited daughters, and one very tolerant cat. Visit her at www.tonyakubo.com.

Hey there, friend! Are you caught in the tension between wanting a perfect home and feeling overwhelmed by the impossibility of achieving it? In this episode of Clutter Free Academy, Kathi Lipp sits down with Hilary Bernstein, author of "The Tension of Tidy," to...

Hey there, friend! In this episode of Clutter-Free Academy, Kathi Lipp and Tonya Kubo help listeners kick off 2025 with a practical plan for a clutter-free home. Kathi shares her personal goal of decluttering 100 spaces in her house this year and how she’s breaking it...

Hey there, friend! In this eye opening episode of Clutter-Free Academy, join Kathi Lipp as she speaks with Dr. Vicki Kasper to explore the powerful and surprising link between clutter and sleep. They discuss the science behind rest, how a clutter-free environment...

#652 The Clutter Free Lifestyle: 10 Habits That Actually Work

In this encouraging episode of Clutter Free Academy, hosts Kathi Lipp and Tonya Kubo reveal the top 10 habits they've developed since embracing a clutter-free lifestyle. This candid conversation offers listeners practical insights into how living clutter-free transforms daily routines and decision-making. 

Listen in as Kathi and Tonya share how to make shopping lists that actually prevent clutter, why online grocery shopping can be a game-changer for staying organized, the mental health benefits of simple habits like making your bed, smart strategies for family dinner organization, how to approach sales and bulk purchases without accumulating clutter, a systematic approach to home organization that reduces decision fatigue and more! 

Hey there, friend!

In this compelling episode of Clutter-Free Academy, hosts Kathi Lipp and Tonya Kubo explore the significant and often surprising habits they’ve relinquished to maintain a clutter-free lifestyle. Listeners will discover insights and practical advice tailored for anyone feeling overwhelmed by household clutter. Whether you’re tired of decluttering only to find the mess back a week later or looking to simplify your daily routine, this episode is for you. 

Listen in as Kathi and Tonya share their journey of transformation, including ditching weekend decluttering marathons and learning to tackle small tasks daily. They emphasize the importance of mindfulness in everyday actions, providing the tools you need to reclaim your living space. 

Join the conversation and get ready to implement life-changing habits that will help you live every day with less clutter and more life.

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Kathi Lipp gives readers an easy-to-follow process for meal planning and prep, so that they can enjoy a full day each week of real rest and refreshment.

Could you use a break from cooking (and everything else) once a week? Not only is rest vital for your mind and body, it’s good for your soul too. God designed us to enter into Sabbath rest one day per week, but as you know, meals still need to be made. Your family still needs to be fed.

Sabbath Soup includes convenient, seasonal meal plans that take the guesswork out of shopping and cooking. More than just a collection of delicious recipes—including main dishes, breads, breakfasts, desserts, salads, sides, and yes, soups—this is your guide to establishing a weekly rhythm and routine of meal planning and prep that allows you to have a true day off.

Do something good for your soul and experience the peace that comes with a full day dedicated to spending time with God, family, and friends. Savor your Sabbath as you proudly proclaim, “Soup’s on!”

Order your copy of Sabbath Soup: Weekly Menus and Rhythms to Make Space for a Day of Rest here.

Join our Clutter Free Academy Facebook Group

Order Sabbath Soup here  

To share your thoughts:

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Tonya Kubo is the illustrious and fearless leader of Kathi Lipp’s Clutter Free Academy Facebook group and the Clutter Free for Life membership program. A speaker and writer, Tonya makes her home in the heart of California with her husband, Brian, their two spirited daughters, and one very tolerant cat. Visit her at www.tonyakubo.com.

#651 10 Surprising Things I No Longer Do as a Clutter-Free Mom

In this compelling episode of Clutter-Free Academy, host Kathi Lipp teams up with Tonya Kubo to explore the significant and often surprising habits they've relinquished to maintain a clutter-free lifestyle. Listeners will discover insights and practical advice tailored for anyone feeling overwhelmed by household clutter. Whether you're tired of decluttering only to find the mess back a week later or looking to simplify your daily routine, this episode is for you. 

Listen in as Kathi and Tonya share their journey of transformation, including ditching weekend decluttering marathons and learning to tackle small tasks daily. They emphasize the importance of mindfulness in everyday actions, providing the tools you need to reclaim your living space. 

Join the conversation and get ready to implement life-changing habits that will help you live every day with less clutter and more life.

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If you’ve ever felt like your finances are a runaway train and you’re just hanging on for dear life, this episode is your lifeline.

In this episode of Clutter Free Academy, Kathi Lipp and Tonya Kubo dive deep into five transformative financial habits that can help listeners take control of their personal finances. The hosts discuss practical strategies for managing money, reducing unnecessary expenses, and creating a more intentional approach to spending.

Listeners will discover:

This episode is about real, practical steps that actually work for us cluttery people who sometimes struggle to keep things together. Ready to take back control? Let’s go!

Listen to these No/Low Buy July episodes to encourage you.

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Kathi Lipp gives readers an easy-to-follow process for meal planning and prep, so that they can enjoy a full day each week of real rest and refreshment.

Could you use a break from cooking (and everything else) once a week? Not only is rest vital for your mind and body, it’s good for your soul too. God designed us to enter into Sabbath rest one day per week, but as you know, meals still need to be made. Your family still needs to be fed.

Sabbath Soup includes convenient, seasonal meal plans that take the guesswork out of shopping and cooking. More than just a collection of delicious recipes—including main dishes, breads, breakfasts, desserts, salads, sides, and yes, soups—this is your guide to establishing a weekly rhythm and routine of meal planning and prep that allows you to have a true day off.

Do something good for your soul and experience the peace that comes with a full day dedicated to spending time with God, family, and friends. Savor your Sabbath as you proudly proclaim, “Soup’s on!”

Order your copy of Sabbath Soup: Weekly Menus and Rhythms to Make Space for a Day of Rest here.

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Tonya Kubo is the illustrious and fearless leader of Kathi Lipp’s Clutter Free Academy Facebook group and the Clutter Free for Life membership program. A speaker and writer, Tonya makes her home in the heart of California with her husband, Brian, their two spirited daughters, and one very tolerant cat. Visit her at www.tonyakubo.com.

#650 The 5 Financial Habits You Should Build in 2025