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A Pleasant Solution: Embracing an Organized Life
Our home is a reflection of our internal experience. When we’re feeling frazzled, busy, and overworked, it shows up all around us as cluttered spaces, overcommitted schedules, and judgment that we’re never doing enough. This podcast aims to tidy up all the clutter that has you spinning in circles. If you’re a woman with a to-do list, running one household (or more!), or caring for others, this podcast is for you. We will go beyond the basics of home organization to talk about why a clutter-free mindset is essential to an aligned and sustainable lifestyle. I’ll invite you to get curious about the standards and expectations women feel pressured to uphold, and together we’ll ditch the idealized destination of domestic perfection for a more comfortable, realistic, and restorative way of living. Learn more at https://www.apleasantsolution.com/.
Episodes
101 episodes
100 | Making the World Work for You
Join me for a celebratory finale as we reach our 100th episode, marking the end of a transformative first season. 🎉Thank you. I appreciate you listening to the podcast, sharing, and taking the time to leave a comment and a review. ...
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99 | Being Available
As we approach the end of the year, it's the perfect time to pause and evaluate whether our actions align with our core values and priorities.In this episode we’ll explore why revisiting the past year through categories like family, heal...
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98 | Your Healthy Pelvis with Dr. Tanya Goodrich
Tune in for an enlightening and comforting conversation with Dr. Tanya Goodrich, a renowned expert in women's pelvic health. An often-overlooked topic, pelvic health plays a crucial role in women's well-being. With over 15 years of ...
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97 | Valuing Care with Tara Ryan
Join in as I sit down with Tara Ryan, a passionate advocate for equity and care, who transitioned from a successful career in software sales to becoming a certified professional coach and activist for parents' rights. Tara shares he...
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96 | Why the Professional Organizing Industry Exists with Dr. Carrie Lane
In our latest episode, we are thrilled to host Dr. Carrie Lane, a leading expert in American Studies, as she unveils the intriguing world of professional organizing. Her latest book, More Than Pretty Boxes: How the Rise of Professional Orga...
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95 | Planning Your Meals with Purpose
Deciding what to eat can be the source of an enormous amount of mental clutter. Whether you're managing meals for yourself or an entire household, the seemingly simple question of "What's for dinner?" can carry a heavy load of assumptions and e...
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94 | Results Oriented Scheduling
With the year-end fast approaching, it's the perfect time to explore a calendaring technique that can transform your approach to time management.In this action-packed episode, we’ll unpack the art of results oriented scheduling, a method...
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93 | Clothes That Fit
Our latest episode explores why mental clutter goes hand in hand with physical clutter and how decluttering your wardrobe can lead to mental clarity and self-compassion. It’s a gentle reminder that our bodies are ever-changing, and ...
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92 | The Importance of Play and Movement with Karri Bowen-Poole
On this episode, we welcome Karri Bowen-Poole, the visionary founder of Smart Playrooms and Project Playroom. Karri shares her inspiring journey from a childhood influenced by a transformative teacher to becoming a pioneer in designing play spa...
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91 | Being Brave
In our latest episode, we explore the intricacies of bravery, moving beyond the traditional hero archetype to uncover the everyday courage that exists within all of us. Bravery is often portrayed as the domain of superheroes and fearless leader...
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90 | Being Vulnerable
In this week's episode, join me as I explore the transformative power of vulnerability. I am sharing my personal journey through a significant life transition, offering insights into how vulnerability can be a form of self-care and ...
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89 | Where It All Started - Celebrating 5 Years
I’m thrilled to celebrate a significant milestone—five years in business! In this special episode, I’m sharing my personal journey of starting a business from scratch, balancing family life, and the power of belief. This episode is ...
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88 | Shifting Your Money Mindset
Money is a topic that either excites or intimidates, yet it’s central to so many aspects of our lives. Today, I’ll share two powerful perspectives about money that I hope will expand your thinking and challenge your beliefs around finances.&nbs...
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87 | Financial Space and Mindful Spending with Germaine Foley
Are you ready to take control of your finances without giving up the things you love? In our latest episode, I speak with Germaine Foley, a certified life and money coach, who shares her journey from $200,000 in debt to financial freedom. Germa...
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86 | Home is the Most Important Organization with Eve Rodsky
Welcome to Episode 86, where we sit down with Eve Rodsky. Eve turned a "blueberries breakdown" into a catalyst for social change by applying her Harvard-trained background in organizational management to the home. Her New York Times...
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85 | Simplifying with Decision Filters
Feeling overwhelmed by the countless decisions you face every day? Our latest podcast episode is here to help!Decision fatigue is a common struggle many of us face, but it doesn't have to be that way. Decision making is a skill. It's bui...
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84 | Lessons Learned from 5 Years of Caregiving
Today, I’m sharing a personal update on my journey as a caregiver over the past five years. My mom was diagnosed with dementia a bit over five years ago, and these years have been filled with challenges, humor, and countless lessons. In this ep...
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83 | Learning to Superabound your Life and Business with Erin Aquin and Steve Haase
This week, we are joined by Erin Aquin and Steve Haase, co-founders of Superabound, a coaching company dedicated to helping leaders and business owners live a life the Universe is dreaming for them. Erin and Steve are master certified life coac...
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82 | Negotiation as a Tool for Equity with Shawna Samuel
In this insightful episode, Shawna Samuel, an executive leadership and productivity coach for women and host of The Mental Offload podcast brings her extensive experience in corporate leadership and feminist coaching to discuss how neg...
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81 | Being Unavailable
Hey y'all, before I dive into today's topic, I wanted to share that this podcast is now available by video on both YouTube and Spotify. How fun! Simply search for "A Pleasant Solution" on either platform.In this episode, I want to expand...
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80 | Back to Basics
Feeling out of alignment? It's time to go back to basics! Often, we seek complicated solutions when the most straightforward elements in our lives can help us the most. In this week’s episode, I'll break down five areas I bring awar...
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79 | Subscriptions + Memberships
Do you know how many subscriptions and memberships you're paying for each month? It's easy to lose track of the numerous subscriptions and memberships we accumulate over time. From streaming services and food delivery apps to magazi...
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78 | Custom Storage Solutions with Allanna Bell
Today, I have the pleasure of chatting with Allanna Bell, founder of Optimization Dolls, a full-service custom storage company. Allanna shares her journey from retail management to becoming a lea...
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