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Aging parents.  Family members with chronic health conditions.  These are topics we don't like thinking about, but what happens when it comes time to make the decision about where they live when they can no longer live alone?  And what impact, if any, does their home environment and design have to do with their quality of life?  The answer is.. a lot!  In this episode, I interview Dr. Rebecca Tapia, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation specialist who has a special interest in multigenerational design.

In this episode you'll learn:
1. How home design impacts quality of life and independence.
2. Specifics to really things about if you're considering having an aging or ill family member move in with you.
3. How we can use design to serve those who we care about the most. 

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Most of what stresses us out during the decorating or remodeling process is simply our own uncertainty and fear of the unknown... especially for those who have never gone through the process before and/or are unfamiliar with the design and renovation industry. 

 I've been compiling a list of "must-knows" for each of my design clients so that the process is easier and less stressful on them. 

And in today's episode, I'm sharing that list with you.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• Why the unknown is such a big source of stress
• 7 things you need to know before starting a project
• How understanding these things can help you navigate your project successfully

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"Remodels are easy and fun!" said NO ONE EVER!  In today's episode, I'm talking to Dr. Molly Van Petten about her year long remodeling experience, what she learned from it and we all can navigate remodels with more insight and compassion for ourselves.

In this episode you'll learn:

• How recognizing what is in and out of your control can be freeing
• How to determine your limits, communicate them and stick to them
• How to set informed, reasonable expectations for your remodel
• How to allow your emotions during a remodel and understand how they influence your experience of the process

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Do you believe you have the ability to decorate like a professional interior designer?
Most people don't believe they can. And that's because they believe that creativity and the ability to decorate or design is innate rather than learned.  But I have good news for you... if you have the desire, you can learn to do it!

In this episode, you'll learn

• Why decorating and design is a skill that can be learned even if you feel like you don't have any natural ability
• Why really examining and questioning your beliefs about yourself are so important to the process
• The formula for learning to decorate like a professional

You're invited to my FREE design workshop offered twice!  Register for either Saturday, March 11th or Sunday, March 12th for "2 Steps to Badass Design Skills" where we'll dive deeper into everything I talked about in today's episode.  (I'll even show you some embarrassing photos of my first designs!)
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Worried your kids might ruin your brand new sofa or rug?  I feel ya!  Today I’m so excited to be talking to fellow interior designer, Lee Waters of Lee Waters Design about how to create an inspiring home even when your kids are young.  We’re calling BS on that old saying “This is why we can’t have nice things.” !

In this episode, you’ll learn

1. Why you don’t have to wait until your kids are grown to have a home you love.

2. The scoop on some of our favorite family friendly finishes and products

3. Why bigger is not always better when it comes to family homes

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It’s time to start decorating or remodeling a room in your home.  You find yourself worrying about spending a lot of money and it not working out the way you envisioned.  You’re afraid of making a mistake and having to redo it. You’re afraid you’ll get tired of it.  

If any of these sound familiar, you definitely want to tune in to today’s episode! 
In this episode you’ll learn.

• The most common fears that come up during the decorating/remodeling process
• How to understand where these fears are coming from 
• The difference between fear based decisions and abundant decisions 
• How to adjust your mindset to make decisions more easily and confidently

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You know how most remodels go...

• They said it would take two months, but now you’re on month four with no end in sight.
• You think it’s worth paying extra to have the kitchen cabinets extend all the way up to the ceiling but your partner doesn’t
• You’re worried about going over budget

No doubt, remodels come with a lot of added stress, communication issues and, unfortunately, conflict… so how can we navigate them without losing our minds?  

In this episode, I’ll be discussing this topic with psychotherapist 
Stasia Myers, LCSW, RPT-S, ICST.

You’ll learn:

• Why conflict prevention is key and how you can be successful at it.
• How to best approach conflicts when they do occur. 
• How to deal with overpowering emotions during conflict.
• Managing conflict with your partner during a remodel.
• Managing conflict around money during a remodel.

So join me as we learn how to manage conflict during a stressful remodel.

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Are you decorating, remodeling or building a home? Are you excited but also a little intimidated, nervous and uncertain about the whole process?  If so, you’re in the right place. Welcome to The Design Doctor Podcast, where we diagnose design drama and talk about how to decorate, remodel or build a home without losing your mind.Each week we diagnose a different problem, from decision fatigue and overwhelm to communicating with your builder and managing a budget. We’ll give you insight and actionable steps you can take to complete your project while thriving rather than just surviving.Your host, Kricia Palmer, MD, Allied ASID is a former board-certified allergist & immunologist, interior designer and certified life coach who left medicine 14 years ago to follow her creative dreams. Through her design business, House Calls for Physicians, she helps busy women physicians create intentionally designed spaces that makes coming home the best part of their day.  

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