Make Room Show

Welcome back to "The Make Room Show"! After a brief hiatus, Jennifer returns to catch up with you and share her whirlwind summer experiences. As a mom preparing to send her youngest child off to college, she delves into the emotions and transitions that come with being an empty nester. This episode is packed with personal stories, advice, and reflections on embracing new seasons of life. From celebrating her son's sports achievements to planning a memorable graduation party, she shares practical tips and insights for parents navigating similar situations. She discusses preparing for the college move-in, offering advice on dorm essentials and self-care for students. Amidst the mixed emotions of saying goodbye, the episode encourages listeners to embrace change, focus on self-discovery, and see this new phase as an opportunity for personal growth. Join in for an inspiring and relatable conversation about the journey of parenting.

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1. If you are ready to clear the clutter and organize your life, check out Jennifer's website for tons of resources including her monthly membership: The Created Order Neighborhood. (use code MAKEROOM for 50% off)!
2. To order Jennifer's newest book, Make Room, click here.
3. Love the show? If so please let us know by hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, or joining our email list. Thank you so much for listening!
4. Elevated Escapes: turn your home into a destination with Jennifer and Amy Wheaton!

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In this episode of "The Make Room Show," host Jennifer welcomes special guest Keri Eichberger, author of the book "Win Over Worry." Together, we explore the topic of worry and its impact on women's lives. Jennifer shares her personal experience with worry, particularly related to her children's transition into adulthood.

They discuss the power of identifying and confronting worries, and how to overcome them through faith and understanding. Keri shares her own journey of conquering worry and offers practical advice for listeners.

Throughout the conversation, they emphasize the importance of finding peace, tackling fears, and embracing God's control. Tune in to gain insights and strategies for winning over worry and living a more joyful, worry-free life.

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1. If you are ready to clear the clutter and organize your life, check out Jennifer's website for tons of resources including her monthly membership: The Created Order Neighborhood. (use code MAKEROOM for 50% off)!
2. To order Jennifer's newest book, Make Room, click here.
3. Love the show? If so please let us know by hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, or joining our email list. Thank you so much for listening!
4. Elevated Escapes: turn your home into a destination with Jennifer and Amy Wheaton!

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In this episode of the Make Room Show, host Jennifer Ford Berry explores the importance of fun in our lives and provides practical tips for incorporating more joy and excitement. She encourages listeners to reflect on their definition of fun and tap into their inner child's instinct for enjoyment. Jennifer shares eight actionable steps to organize time for fun, including creating a list of fun activities, making a vision board, scheduling fun activities, starting or joining a group, prioritizing time with happy people, trying new things, pursuing hobbies, and embracing silliness. She emphasizes the significance of prioritizing fun and how it can positively impact health, relationships, and overall well-being. Listeners are invited to share their own fun ideas and experiences with Jennifer on Instagram.

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1. If you are ready to clear the clutter and organize your life, check out Jennifer's website for tons of resources including her monthly membership: The Created Order Neighborhood. (use code MAKEROOM for 50% off)!
2. To order Jennifer's newest book, Make Room, click here.
3. Love the show? If so please let us know by hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, or joining our email list. Thank you so much for listening!
4. Elevated Escapes: turn your home into a destination with Jennifer and Amy Wheaton!

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In this empowering episode of "The Make Room Show," join host Jennifer Ford Berry as she engages in a compelling conversation with Leanne Jamison, a Women's Empowerment Coach and founder of Essentially Zenful. If you're a female business owner seeking inspiration and practical insights, this episode is a must.

Leanne is a guru in energy and mindset radiating a beautiful spirit while successfully running her own business. She shares her journey of leaving corporate America to pursue coaching, emphasizing the importance of finding fulfillment and purpose, after a pivotal moment in her life.

Leanne Jamison is a Women’s Empowerment Coach and Licensed Professional Counselor.  In 2020, Leanne launched her business Essentially Zenful, which focuses on Women’s Empowerment.  Through her Coaching Programs, events, and retreats, women are empowered to release long-standing limiting beliefs that have held them back in life and kept them playing small.  They are given the roadmap to identify and embrace their most Authentic Self so they are able to align with their Personal Power and live in their Highest Life Vision and Purpose. She has spoken at local, national, and global conferences on topics that include Mindfulness in Recovery, Mindfulness, and Women Empowerment and Leadership.  She has also hosted retreats and workshops focused on Authentic Living and Aligning with your Highest Life Purpose. In short, she helps amazing, world-changing, trailblazing women who are feeling stuck and stagnant, gain clarity of their next steps to their most Expansive Life and empowers them to align with their Highest Potential and Purpose! Find Leanne:

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1. If you are ready to clear the clutter and organize your life, check out Jennifer's website for tons of resources including her monthly membership: The Created Order Neighborhood. (use code MAKEROOM for 50% off)!
2. To order Jennifer's newest book, Make Room, click here.
3. Love the show? If so please let us know by hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, or joining our email list. Thank you so much for listening!
4. Elevated Escapes: turn your home into a destination with Jennifer and Amy Wheaton!

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Today on The Make Room Show we have special guest, author Brandy Wilson. Author of "Better Than Okay: Finding Hope and Healing After Your Marriage Ends," she shares her personal journey of resilience and transformation. In this raw and honest conversation, Brandy opens up about the darkest time in her life when her husband, a megachurch pastor, walked away from their family and their church after a 20-year marriage.

Brandy's life was turned upside down as her marriage ended publicly, leaving her without her regular church community and facing the challenge of starting over. However, instead of dwelling on her wounds, Brandy chose to draw strength from her scars.

Brandy's book, "Better Than Okay," serves as a guide for those seeking hope and healing after the end of a marriage. Through her own journey, she encourages readers to embrace the opportunity to rebuild their lives and discover a future that is not just okay, but better than okay.

Tune in to this powerful episode of The Make Room Show as Brandy Wilson shares her story of resilience, faith, and finding hope in the midst of adversity.

About Brandi

"One day, back in 2016, I woke up to a life I never saw coming. The life and family I’d spent 20 years building stopped on a dime. My marriage was over. The church I’d spent years pouring into was no longer part of my life. My community, friends and professional life disappeared in a day’s time. Devastated but determined to create a life that finally felt like my own, I faced my healing journey head-on. I discovered the truth of my experience and learned how to develop a redemptive perspective of my suffering. My life isn’t perfect and my work isn’t done, but I have worked hard to allow my suffering to become a survival guide for others who are walking through emotional turmoil, devastation and heartbreak... I’m a Certified Personal and Executive Coach with The CaPP Institute (Coaching and Positive Psychology) as well as a Professional Coach with Blessing Ranch Ministries where she uses the Unhindered Model to bring healing, freedom, and power to your heart and life. I also co-authored a book with my BFF, Lori Wilhite, Leading and Loving It: Encouragement for Pastors’ Wives and Women in Leadership. My work with Leading and Loving It empowers women in ministry and leadership to develop healthy relationships with themselves so that they can build healthy families, churches, and communities..."

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1. If you are ready to clear the clutter and organize your life, check out Jennifer's website for tons of resources including her monthly membership: The Created Order Neighborhood. (use code MAKEROOM for 50% off)!
2. To order Jennifer's newest book, Make Room, click here.
3. Love the show? If so please let us know by hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, or joining our email list. Thank you so much for listening!
4. Elevated Escapes: turn your home into a destination with Jennifer and Amy Wheaton!

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Welcome to the "Make Room Show" with Jennifer Ford Berry! I'm here to share my expertise and personal experiences to help you plan and have a successful senior year for your child while staying organized as a mom.

In this episode, we'll dive into valuable tips and insights I've gained through my own journey of guiding my youngest child through his senior year. From handling virtual learning challenges during COVID to making important decisions about transferring schools, we've experienced it all. Now that we've celebrated his graduation and he's headed off to college, I'm excited to share the wisdom I've gained along the way.

Join me on this episode as we explore the joys and challenges of senior year, sharing practical tips and heartfelt advice to help you navigate this milestone with grace and organization. Remember, this is a season in both your life and your child's life that you won't want to miss, so let's make the most of it together!

If you have a senior going off to college you may also enjoy Episode 141: How Kids and Parents Can Prepare for College!

Listen here.

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1. If you are ready to clear the clutter and organize your life, check out Jennifer's website for tons of resources including her monthly membership: The Created Order Neighborhood. (use code MAKEROOM for 50% off)!
2. To order Jennifer's newest book, Make Room, click here.
3. Love the show? If so please let us know by hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, or joining our email list. Thank you so much for listening!
4. Elevated Escapes: turn your home into a destination with Jennifer and Amy Wheaton!

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This episode is NOT just for women! Guys, let's start learning how to support the females in our lives through this life-changing experience: menopause.

Join us on the Make Room Show today as we dive into the topic of menopause and overall health with our guest, Laurie Lewis. For this health coach, menopause dealt a crushing blow -- brain fog, pain, memory loss, and the sudden gain of 50 pounds of stubborn hormonal fat. She tried everything she knew to feel better, and the methods that worked in the past made no difference.  

After struggling for years she suddenly stumbled upon Intermittent Fasting which turned the course of her life. She started having an “eating window” that very same day, and in less than a week the menopausal fog lifted and she felt more like herself. Laurie restored her health and comfortable weight, and at 60-years old has changed thousands of lives around the world through her group programs, 1:1 personal coaching sessions, and is recognized as the go-to Intermittent Fasting expert.

Talking points:

1. Laurie's personal journey and how she discovered the importance of fueling her body well, eventually becoming a health coach.

2. "Not-foods"

3. Laurie's experience of entering perimenopause and how it affected her physical and mental well-being.

4. Her discovery of the power of intermittent fasting in balancing hormones, reducing inflammation, and promoting mental clarity.

In this conversation, Laurie emphasizes that intermittent fasting is not a one-size-fits-all approach. She encourages a gentle and consistent approach tailored to individual needs, lifestyle, and goals. She also addresses the misconception that menopause is an inevitable decline and highlights the possibility of feeling healthier and more vibrant during this phase of life.

Join us as we delve into the physical and emotional benefits of intermittent fasting during perimenopause and explore how this practice can empower women to take control of their health. Whether you're already familiar with intermittent fasting or curious about its potential, this episode offers valuable insights and practical tips to make room for clarity and health in your life.

Where to find Laurie:

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1. If you are ready to clear the clutter and organize your life, check out Jennifer's website for tons of resources including her monthly membership: The Created Order Neighborhood. (use code MAKEROOM for 50% off)!
2. To order Jennifer's newest book, Make Room, click here.
3. Love the show? If so please let us know by hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, or joining our email list. Thank you so much for listening!
4. Elevated Escapes: turn your home into a destination with Jennifer and Amy Wheaton!

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In this episode of "The Make Room Show," host Jennifer Ford Berry discusses how to overcome feelings of overwhelm in life. She shares personal experiences and insights from her own life, highlighting the importance of having tools and strategies to cope with overwhelm. Jennifer acknowledges that overwhelm is a common struggle, particularly among women, and emphasizes the need to address it rather than avoid it. She recounts a recent period of overwhelm in her own life and explains how she managed to overcome it.

Jennifer introduces the concept of a "reset day," which she describes as a conscious effort to refocus and get life back on track. She talks about her own reset day experience and provides practical steps for listeners to follow. She emphasizes the importance of taking time to rest and recharge, as well as decluttering physical and mental spaces. Jennifer shares her personal approach to reset days, which includes picking up clutter, doing household chores, and making a fresh to-do list. She also discusses the benefits of task management tools, and encourages listeners to prioritize self-care during overwhelming periods.

This episode offers valuable insights and actionable advice for those struggling with overwhelm in their lives. It provides practical strategies for regaining control and finding balance amidst chaotic times. Whether you're a woman juggling multiple responsibilities or anyone feeling overwhelmed, this episode offers guidance and support. Tune in to learn how to overcome overwhelm and achieve a sense of calm and productivity in your life.

Talking points:

1. How overwhelm shows up in life.

2. How Jennifer recently ended up feeling very overwhelmed.

3. Jennifer's approach to overwhelm.

4. How to make room in your schedule for a reset day.

5. What a reset day specifically looks like and the steps it includes.

6. Check in with yourself to learn what your body and your spirit need.

7. What to do if you are currently feeling overwhelmed.

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1. If you are ready to clear the clutter and organize your life, check out Jennifer's website for tons of resources including her monthly membership: The Created Order Neighborhood. (use code MAKEROOM for 50% off)!
2. To order Jennifer's newest book, Make Room, click here.
3. Love the show? If so please let us know by hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, or joining our email list. Thank you so much for listening!
4. Elevated Escapes: turn your home into a destination with Jennifer and Amy Wheaton!

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Welcome to The Make Room Show, the podcast where we help you make room for what matters in your life. I'm your host, Jennifer Ford Berry, a professional organizer with years of experience in helping families simplify their homes and create space for the things that truly matter.

In this episode of the Make Room Show, we speak with certified grief coach, Julie Lynn Ashley, founder of Grief Resilience. As a former teacher of over 20 years, Julie experienced several losses in her family and realized the lack of support available for those going through grief. In this conversation, Julie shares her expertise on grief and the importance of addressing it, as unaddressed grief can lead to serious physical and emotional health problems down the road.

She provides tips on how to support someone who is grieving, including the importance of simply listening and offering practical support. Julie also discusses her work at Grief Resilience, which focuses on helping individuals build their resilience in the face of grief through one-on-one coaching, group coaching sessions, and workshops. As a professional organizing expert, it's important to understand the role of grief in our lives and how it can impact our ability to organize and simplify our spaces. This conversation provides valuable insights on how to support those going through grief and build resilience in the face of loss.

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1. If you are ready to clear the clutter and organize your life, check out Jennifer's website for tons of resources including her monthly membership: The Created Order Neighborhood. (use code MAKEROOM for 50% off)!
2. To order Jennifer's newest book, Make Room, click here.
3. Love the show? If so please let us know by hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, or joining our email list. Thank you so much for listening!
4. Elevated Escapes: turn your home into a destination with Jennifer and Amy Wheaton!

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Welcome to The Make Room Show, the podcast where we help you make room for what matters in your life. I'm your host, Jennifer Ford Berry, a professional organizer with years of experience in helping families simplify their homes and create space for the things that truly matter.

In this episode, we are joined by three amazing speakers and hosts of our upcoming Focus Retreat! Lori Beth Auldridge, Amy Debrucque, and Becky Kopitzke, and I talk about the importance of making room for motherhood. We discuss how simplifying your schedule and possessions can create more time and space for meaningful connections with your family. We also touch on the power of saying no to commitments that don't align with your values and priorities.

Each of our guests shares their unique perspective on motherhood based on their background and culture. Lori Beth talks about the importance of hospitality in Southern culture, while Becky emphasizes the value of hard work and a strong work ethic from growing up in the Midwest. Amy shares how her multicultural background has influenced her approach to motherhood and the importance of diversity.

As a professional organizer, I also provide my own insights and tips on how to create a home and a life that supports and nurtures your family. I discuss the importance of decluttering and organizing your space to create a more peaceful and functional home, as well as the power of delegating tasks and asking for help when needed.

We wrap up the episode with some valuable advice for new moms and those struggling to make room for motherhood in their lives. We discuss the importance of not comparing yourself to others, trusting your instincts, and taking care of yourself.

As a professional organizer with a passion for helping families create space for what matters, I am excited to share this episode with you. Whether you are a new mom or have been in the game for a while, there is something in this episode for everyone. So, grab a cup of coffee, sit back, and enjoy this inspiring conversation on making room for motherhood.

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The FOCUS Retreat is a rejuvenating and private getaway...

Exclusively for women juggling multiple roles: business owner, content creator, household coordinator, wife, mom, daughter, friend… Jesus girl with an overflowing plate and a heart that desires peace.

You’ll link arms with an intimate group of women and four experienced coaches in four specific areas of expertise—family, organization, confidence, and business strategy—for two days of inspiring workshops, heart to heart networking, and plenty of time and space to rest or play on your own schedule.

Register: Here

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Lori Beth is the creator of the Elevating Motherhood podcast and teacher of the online course Homeschool Explained. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Communication for the Child and master's degrees in both Children’s Literature and Creative Writing for Children. Lori Beth is passionate about helping moms find their confidence through creative resources while encouraging them to trust their intuition and embrace life long learning.

Where to find Lori Beth

linktr.ee/loribethauldridge

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Becky Kopitzke is a multi-published and founder of The Inspired Business, a coaching hub dedicated to helping Christian writers, speakers, and other content creators monetize their passion work in order to keep it sustainable.

Where to find Becky

theinspiredbusiness.co

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Amy is the host of Life On Purpose Podcast and creator of the Confidence Course, a program designed to help women rebuild their self-esteem and take ownership of their relationships and life goals.

Where to find Amy

linktr.ee/amydebrucque

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