Curious Freedom with Kirsty Farrugia & friends

🎧 Hey there, Curious Ones! 🌟 Join me and my brand new friend, Alicia Cohen, on the latest episode of the podcast as we dive deep into the world of intentional planning and productivity. 🗓️📈

Alicia, is a wife, mom of three, productivity expert, and the owner of Alicia Cohen Designs, where she teaches busy mums like you and me how to find peace, calm, and confidence in our lives while focusing on what truly matters. 🌸💪

This enlightening podcast explores the "mind swirl" concept—the constant stream of thoughts, tasks, and ideas that can overwhelm us—and how to declutter it effectively. 🌪️🧹 Alicia shares her game-changing system of the "in-tray" and multiple capture points, helping you keep those swirling thoughts in check. 💡📝

But that's not all! Alicia spills the beans on the secret to effective prioritisation. 🎯🔑 By choosing between "good and good" and reflecting on your priorities, you can clarify what truly matters to you and make intentional decisions for your life. 🤔✨

Plus, she introduces the powerful Eisenhower Matrix, a practical tool to categorise tasks based on urgency and importance. 🗂️🔢 Learn how to focus on what's crucial, delegate or eliminate less important tasks, and plan for the future. 📈🚀

Ready to reclaim your time, find calm amidst the chaos, and achieve lasting results in planning and productivity? 🏆💪 Listen to the podcast and then Join Alicia's free workshop and get the step-by-step guide to her prioritised system.

Embrace your curious freedom and take control of your life. Let's declutter our minds and boost our productivity together!

Things mentioned in this episode and other helpful links:

● The Only To-Do List System You Need to Get Your Busy Life Under Control TODAY! (Alicia's Free Workshop)

● Alicia Cohen Design

● Eisenhower Matrix

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🎙️ In this episode, host Kirsty Farrugia dives into the role of humour when it comes to decluttering. Discover how laughter can lighten the mood, help you detach from possessions, spark creativity and problem-solving, and build resilience. It's a lighthearted topic with profound significance, so grab your headphones and get ready to laugh your way to a simpler, more joyful life. 😄🎧

Episode Highlights:

✅ Lightening the Mood with Laughter: Learn how laughter can lift your spirits and make decluttering more enjoyable.

✅ Detaching from Possessions: Explore how humour helps you put things into perspective, letting go of emotional weight and making rational decisions.

✅ Sparking Creativity and Problem-Solving: Discover the magical ability of humour to spark creativity and guide you in making decluttering decisions.

✅ Building Resilience: Find out how laughter can build resilience, helping you bounce back from setbacks and continue decluttering.

Thanks, Lauren for your podcast suggestion!

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**Apologies for Kirsty’s poor audio this week!**

This week, I have a very special guest joining me, my incredible friend and teammate, Gen. 🤩

In this episode, we dive into the world of systems and how they can empower individuals living with disabilities and neurodiversity. Gen shares her personal journey of living with multiple differences and disabilities from a young age, and how she has created systems and routines to navigate her daily life with intention and purpose. 💪

Gen's expertise as both a declutter coach and a disability support worker shines through as she discusses the importance of systems in optimising their energy, managing tasks, and aligning with their values. From meal planning and morning routines to scheduling and intentional living, Gen shares practical tips and insights that can be applied by anyone seeking to create a more streamlined and fulfilling life. 📅

Join us as we explore the power of systems and discover how they can transform your life, regardless of your circumstances. Whether you're seeking inspiration, looking to enhance your productivity, or simply curious about the beauty of intentional living, this episode is for you! 🌟

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🎧 Hey there, Curious Ones! This week in the podcast, we dive deep into the fascinating world of trauma, mess, and our body's response. Join us for an enlightening conversation with the incredible Trish Beckenham, a certified registered counsellor @growinghopewithtrish

🌟 Trish shares her personal experiences and professional insights, shedding light on the profound impact trauma & overwhelm can have on our lives. From how our brains respond to trauma to the interconnectedness of our unique experiences, this episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in understanding their journey and response to overwhelm.

🌈 Prepare to be inspired as Trish and Kirsty discuss the beauty of embracing our uniqueness while recognising the common threads that bind us together. You'll leave this episode with a sense of empowerment, knowing that you're not alone in your experiences and that there are practical strategies to help you find peace and balance.

👉 So grab your favourite cup of tea, find a cozy spot, and tune in to this enlightening episode of the Curious Freedom podcast. Listen now on your favourite podcast platform, and let us know your thoughts in the comments below. Don't forget to share this episode with your friends and family who could benefit from this valuable information. Let's explore the depths of our resilience and discover the freedom that awaits us on the other side of overwhelm. 💫

Here’s a glance at this episode…

- The similarities of how our brains respond to overwhelm. (6:49)

- The fight and flight area of the brain. (11:10) 

- Breathing to deal with overwhelm. (15:37) 

- Reverse the overwhelm. (21:10)

- Getting out of the fight and flight area. (23:50)

- We all respond differently to traumatic events. (28:30)

- Being curious about people’s reactions. (33:36)

- What is awareness, and why is it important? (38:49)

Things mentioned in this episode and other helpful links:

● If you're in Australia and would like counselling with Trish Growing Hope Psychotherapy

● If you live elsewhere and would like mentoring with Trish - Greater Things International

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Are you ready for some insightful and inspiring conversations? Join me, Kirsty Farrugia, on the latest episode of Curious Freedom podcast as I sit down with my wise and wonderful friend, Sherry Maddock. 🎧

In this episode, Sherry takes us on a journey through her transition seasons in life, from moving continents to embracing tiny living in Melbourne. She shares her experiences of starting over, letting go of possessions, and finding meaning in the ordinary. Sherry's captivating voice alone will soothe your soul!

Discover the wisdom she has gained through major life changes and the joy of simplifying her existence. From selling cherished belongings to giving them away, Sherry's perspective on the value of objects will leave you contemplating your own relationship with material possessions.

And let's not forget her incredible green thumb! Sherry shares the challenges of downsizing her impressive plant collection and finding new ways to nurture her beloved green friends in a smaller space.

Don't miss out on this thought-provoking episode that will make you reflect on what truly matters in life. Tune in now and embrace the beauty of simplicity and the power of letting go. 🎙️❤️

If you found this or any of our episodes helpful, we'd love it if you could leave us a review! It helps others find us, and we love hearing how the podcast has helped you on your decluttering journey. Feel free also to leave us a message on our Speakpipe.

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We have a special guest on our latest episode of Curious Freedom Podcasts. Join Kirsty Farrugia, Belinda, and Jonathan Moore as they dive into the fascinating topic of stress and its impact on our bodies.

Jonathan, from Legacy Coaching, who is a coach and chiropractor with over 20 years of clinical experience. He shares his expertise on the effects of stress on physical, mental, and emotional health. Discover how stress isn't all bad, but rather a necessary part of life that can propel us forward.

Explore the different types of stress, including physical, chemical, and emotional stress, and how they can accumulate to overwhelm our system. Gain insights into the fight-flight response and the body's automatic reactions to stress.

Are you curious about what happens to your body when stress reaches overload? Jonathan delves into the fascinating details of how stress impacts our brain, heart rate, muscle tension, and more. Learn about the importance of recognising stress and finding ways to recover from it.

If you found this or any of our episodes helpful, we'd love it if you could leave us a review! It helps others find us, and we love hearing how the podcast has helped you on your decluttering journey. Feel free also to leave us a message on our Speakpipe.

Things mentioned in this episode and other helpful links:

● Legacy Coaching

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Decluttering your living space can be a daunting task, but with the right approach, it becomes an achievable goal. In this podcast, Kirsty discusses some common decluttering pitfalls and provide practical tips to help you avoid them. By understanding these pitfalls and implementing effective strategies, you can set yourself up for success in your decluttering journey.

🔍 In this episode, Kirsty talks about:

✨ Having a clear goal

✨ Perfectionism

✨ Donations

✨ Time

✨ Root Cause

✨ Self Sabotage

✨ Overwhelm

✨ Sentimental Items

✨ Just In Case

✨ Overbuying

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Things mentioned in this episode:

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This week Kirsty chats with Kylie, a dedicated listener who shares her decluttering journey. In this episode, Kylie tells us how she stumbled upon the podcast and the impact it had on her life. Join us as we delve into Kylie's transformation from feeling overwhelmed by clutter to finding freedom in her home and daily routines.

🔍 In this episode, Kylie shares:

✨ Her struggle with a small but cluttered junk drawer and why she reached out to Kirsty for advice

✨ How Kylie found herself solving the problem on her own

✨ Discovering her Why

✨ The Snowball Effect that had around her home

✨ The Joy of Maintaining

By taking small, intentional steps and adopting the philosophy of "something is better than nothing," she has found freedom and joy in her daily life. Her story serves as an inspiration for anyone seeking a more organised and clutter-free home. Remember, the path to freedom starts with a single step.

If you found this or any of our episodes helpful, we'd love it if you could leave us a review! It helps others find us, and we love hearing how the podcast has helped you on your decluttering journey. Feel free also to leave us a message on our Speakpipe.

Things mentioned in this episode:

● Too Peas In a Podcast

● Chat 10 Look 3

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Have you ever wondered why we hold onto things 'just in case'? Our latest episode explores the intriguing topic of keeping items for future scenarios. Join us as we unravel the reasons behind this behaviour and provide practical solutions to address it.

🔍 In this episode, we cover:

✨ Understanding the sentimental value of possessions

✨ Exploring the fear of regret and its impact on decluttering

✨ Finding a sense of security through backups and supplies

✨ Overcoming the challenge of making decisions about our belongings

✨ Practical strategies to address each of these tendencies

💡 Learn how to strike a balance between keeping what truly matters and letting go of the unnecessary. Our insightful discussion will empower you to declutter with clarity and create a more organised living space.

Things mentioned in this episode:

● Binary Decisions Episode

● Sentimental Items Episode

● Baby Supplies Episode

● Everyday Style with Jen Episode

● Vision Episode

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This week Kirsty gets curious about emotional intelligence with her friend Steph Pinto. Steph is an emotional intelligence parent coach, pediatric anxiety specialist, international speaker and now an author too!

She is passionate about helping parents and their children to have a more calm and connected life and enjoy better relationships with those around them.

Her new book Chaos to Connection explores this in detail and aims to provide parents with practical tips as well as information to transform their families.

In her own words 'emotionally intelligent parenting invites a lot less drama and a lot more love into the home.'

Although the focus of today's episode is more on parents; understanding emotional intelligence is a powerful tool for all of us to have for dealing with all kinds of relationships.

And go buy Steph's book!

In this episode we;

● Find out a bit about Steph and what she does;

● Learn about what emotional intelligence is and the impact it has on parenting and relationships;

● Unpack a bit about brain development;

● Explore 'what is behaviour?;

● Highlight the power of co-regulation;

● Hear all about Steph's new book;

And so so so so much more...

We hope from this conversation we all learn something and put a smile on your face!

Things mentioned in this episode and other helpful links:

Where to find Stephanie

● Website

● Facebook Community

● Instagram

● Book 'Chaos to Connection'

● Facebook Page

● Daniel Goleman Emotional Intelligence Book

Thank you so much to Steph for your time!! We absolutely love what you are doing and wish you continued success with your business and book.

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