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Create a home that Thrives®! Home Functionality Coach® and Realtor Kristina Browning discusses home functionality, aesthetics, and automation challenging you to think about your space differently. With a bit of history and psychology... this isn’t your typical HOUSE podcast. What’s important in your life? This intellectual and relaxing podcast helps you to align your home with your values. I recommend starting at Ep. 1 and SUBSCRIBE for ease of use.
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Ep. 93 | Shoes off at the Door?
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Let’s discuss home functionality, cleanliness, allergies and interpersonal relations all around the subject of taking your shoes off at the door. How much really gets tracked in? How am I supposed to ask people to leave their shoes at the door?
If you didn’t start listening at Episode 1, I invite you to start from the beginning. There are too many jewels to miss.
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Sources & Reference———————————————-
- Association of American Medical Colleges: Do Seasonal Allergies seem to be getting worse?
- The dirty truth about taking your shoes off at the door
- Shower Drain Wigs preventing hair clogs.
- Quora: Removing Shoes inside the House
Legal Disclosure: Kristina Browning is a licensed Realtor in the State of Oregon with 503 Properties. “Home Functionality Coach” and "Create a Home that Thrives" are registered Trademarks of Kristina Browning.
Wednesday Mar 20, 2024
Ep. 88 | Trophies, Awards & Plaques
Wednesday Mar 20, 2024
Wednesday Mar 20, 2024
Let’s discuss winning awards, plaques and trophies as they relate to home functionality, aesthetics, and organization as well as sustainability.
If you didn’t start listening at Episode 1, I invite you to start from the beginning. There are too many jewels to miss.
JOIN ME:
~ Get my weekly newsletter "Little Bits of Home Functionality." Intentionally short, you’ll get a video and a thought that poses questions about your space and your reason.
~ On Instagram
~ On Facebook
~ My boards on Pinterest
~ On TikTok
~ Schedule time with me HERE or visit me through my Home Coaching & Real Estate Website www.SpaceAndReason.com
Sources & Reference———————————————-
- Rivanna Designs Sustainable Trophy & plaque company
- Sports MEDAL Recycling
- Scrap Exchange in Durham NC
- Trophy Recycling
- The Reddit Thread I referred to
- Episode 8 link: Managing Sentimental Items
- Trophy shaped chocolate lollipops
- Edible arrangements
- Chocolate messages
- Episode 8: Managing Sentimental Items
- James Clear, quote on purpose driven athletes
Legal Disclosure: Kristina Browning is a licensed Realtor in the State of Oregon with 503 Properties. “Home Functionality Coach” and "Create a Home that Thrives" are registered Trademarks of Kristina Browning.
Wednesday Mar 13, 2024
Ep. 87 | Unique Birthday Party Idea: The Reflection party
Wednesday Mar 13, 2024
Wednesday Mar 13, 2024
If you have googled “Best Birthday Ideas” or “Unique birthday ideas” you are not alone. Each year, most of us are tasked with trying to figure out a way to make a loved one feel special. This is a truly original idea to celebrate a child or adult birthday taking out the stress and emphasis on consumerism. My child has chosen to have a Reflection Party five years in a row!
If you didn’t start listening at Episode 1, I invite you to start from the beginning. There are too many jewels to miss.
JOIN ME:
~ Get my weekly newsletter "Little Bits of Home Functionality." Intentionally short, you’ll get a video and a thought that poses questions about your space and your reason.
~ On Instagram
~ On Facebook
~ My boards on Pinterest
~ On TikTok
~ Schedule time with me HERE or visit me through my Home Coaching & Real Estate Website www.SpaceAndReason.com
Sources & Reference———————————————-
- The Strange Origins of American Birthday Celebrations, by Joe Pinsker of The Atlantic
- After all, when did celebrating birthdays become a thing? by Leticia Cezario Santos of The Oakland Post Online
- Spiceology Dry Rub Sampler gift idea
- Episode 8: Managing Sentimental Items
- Episode 18: Creating spaces for Kids
- Episode 33: Finishing and Revising Home Projects
Legal Disclosure: Kristina Browning is a licensed Realtor in the State of Oregon with 503 Properties. “Home Functionality Coach” and "Create a Home that Thrives" are registered Trademarks of Kristina Browning.
Wednesday Jan 17, 2024
Ep. 79 | The Impact of Home Renovation Shows on our Decisions
Wednesday Jan 17, 2024
Wednesday Jan 17, 2024
How do Home Renovation shows impact our idea of the "perfect" space? This episode is a collaboration with Dr. Adrienne Trier-Bieniek, Ph.D., Professor of Sociology at Valencia College in Florida. Let's think about what we are watching and how it influences us. A link to "MOST POPULAR: The Podcast" hosted by Adrienne Trier-Bieniek, Ph.D.
JOIN ME:
~ Get my weekly newsletter "Little Bits of Home Functionality." Intentionally short, you’ll get a video and a thought that poses questions about your space and your reason.
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~ On TikTok
~ Schedule time with me https://calendly.com/spaceandreason or visit me through my Home Coaching & Real Estate Website www.SpaceAndReason.com
Sources & Reference———————————————-
- Biography of Adrienne Trier-Bieniek, Ph.D.
- The Washington Post: HGTV makes homes boring and sad.
- Architectural Digest: How HGVT became an Industry Juggernaut
- Business of Home: How 25 years of HGVT have transformed the Home Industry
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Legal Disclosure: Kristina Browning is a licensed Realtor in the State of Oregon with 503 Properties. “Home Functionality Coach” and "Create a Home that Thrives" are registered Trademarks of Kristina Browning.
Wednesday Jan 10, 2024
Ep. 78 | VIDEO An Anxiety Inducing Kitchen Transforms
Wednesday Jan 10, 2024
Wednesday Jan 10, 2024
When you look at my Home Functionality diagram of six lenses that I use when assessing home functionality, rarely is a problem isolated. Let’s talk about these six areas of thought as it pertains to a real-life kitchen and client. This episode is available in video form but you can also just listen if that suits you better.
See this video in higher resolution on YouTube: https://youtu.be/88G8S42VasM
Link to Episode 25: The KonMari Method
JOIN ME:
~ Get my weekly newsletter "Little Bits of Home Functionality." Intentionally short, you’ll get a video and a thought that poses questions about your space and your reason.
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~ My boards on Pinterest
~ On TikTok
~ Schedule time with me https://calendly.com/spaceandreason or visit me through my Home Coaching & Real Estate Website www.SpaceAndReason.com
Legal Disclosure: Kristina Browning is a licensed Realtor in the State of Oregon with 503 Properties. “Home Functionality Coach” and "Create a Home that Thrives" are registered Trademarks of Kristina Browning.
Wednesday Dec 20, 2023
Ep. 74 | Radon Poison in the air of your Home
Wednesday Dec 20, 2023
Wednesday Dec 20, 2023
Radon is a tasteless, odorless, invisible gas found in every home. This radioactive gas is produced by the breakdown of uranium in the earth's crust. It's the #1 cause of lung cancer for non-smokers and the #2 cause of lung cancer behind smoking. Radon seeps into your living space through holes and cracks in your home’s foundation. Unseen, unheard, and unknown without proper testing. Hear from expert and special guest Lawrence Belland about how it can be present in your home and what to do about it.
JOIN ME:
~ Get my weekly newsletter "Little Bits of Home Functionality." Intentionally short, you’ll get a video and a thought that poses questions about your space and your reason.
~ On Instagram
~ On Facebook
~ My boards on Pinterest
~ On TikTok
~ Schedule time with me https://calendly.com/spaceandreason or visit me through my Home Coaching & Real Estate Website www.SpaceAndReason.com
Sources & Reference———————————————-
- Oregon Health Authority information on Radon
- Website for free radon test for Oregon residents. Test Kit totals $4.85 which covers Processing fee for free test kit, shipping to and from the lab & lab test kit analysis.
- US Environmental Protection Agency website about Radon FAQ
- Lawrence Belland, Just Radon Radioactive Gas Testing & Abatement O: 503-987-8776 C: 503-740-7737 Lawrence@JustRadon.Com CCB#: 212656 WALIC#: JUSTR**813Q7 NRPP#:110989 RMT NRSB#: 200G006 NRPP Certified Soil Gas Mitigation Compliance Inspector
KINDLY leave a REVIEW by simply clicking here and scrolling to the bottom until you see “WRITE A REVIEW”
Legal Disclosure: Kristina Browning is a licensed Realtor in the State of Oregon with 503 Properties. “Home Functionality Coach” and "Create a Home that Thrives" are registered Trademarks of Kristina Browning.
Wednesday Dec 13, 2023
Ep. 73 | Automation to Relieve Mental Load
Wednesday Dec 13, 2023
Wednesday Dec 13, 2023
Mental load is the invisible labor involved in managing a household and family, beyond simply the physical chores like cleaning and cooking. Let's look at what automation may be able to assist with to cut back on what you have in your head.
JOIN ME:
~ Get my weekly newsletter "Little Bits of Home Functionality." Intentionally short, you’ll get a video and a thought that poses questions about your space and your reason.
~ On Instagram
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~ My boards on Pinterest
~ On TikTok
~ Schedule time with me https://calendly.com/spaceandreason or visit me through my Home Coaching & Real Estate Website www.SpaceAndReason.com
Sources & Reference———————————————-
- What is Mental Load
- Dropps Earth friendly Laundry & Dishwasher pods
- Who Gives a Crap Earth friendly Toilet Paper
- James Clear: Master one thing.
Legal Disclosure: Kristina Browning is a licensed Realtor in the State of Oregon with 503 Properties. “Home Functionality Coach” and "Create a Home that Thrives" are registered Trademarks of Kristina Browning.
Wednesday Nov 29, 2023
Ep. 71 | Forgotten and neglected spaces
Wednesday Nov 29, 2023
Wednesday Nov 29, 2023
Let’s discuss home functionality and organization in spots that might not be top of mind. If you have pets, I have a great organization idea for you.
JOIN ME:
~ Get my weekly newsletter "Little Bits of Home Functionality." Intentionally short, you’ll get a video and a thought that poses questions about your space and your reason.
~ On Instagram
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~ My boards on Pinterest
~ On TikTok
~ Schedule time with me https://calendly.com/spaceandreason or visit me through my Home Coaching & Real Estate Website www.SpaceAndReason.com
Sources & Reference———————————————-
- Hold On trash bags are good for our earth.
Legal Disclosure: Kristina Browning is a licensed Realtor in the State of Oregon with 503 Properties. “Home Functionality Coach” and "Create a Home that Thrives" are registered Trademarks of Kristina Browning.
Wednesday Nov 22, 2023
Ep. 70 | YOU in your home
Wednesday Nov 22, 2023
Wednesday Nov 22, 2023
What do you need to hear from someone who wants nothing but the best for you?
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~ Schedule time with me https://calendly.com/spaceandreason or visit me through my Home Coaching & Real Estate Website www.SpaceAndReason.com
Sources & Reference———————————————-
1. TedX Talk: The Art of Being your own best friend
Legal Disclosure: Kristina Browning is a licensed Realtor in the State of Oregon with 503 Properties. “Home Functionality Coach” and "Create a Home that Thrives" are registered Trademarks of Kristina Browning.
Wednesday Aug 11, 2021
Episode 64 | Wildfires threatening our homes
Wednesday Aug 11, 2021
Wednesday Aug 11, 2021
This episode is Part 1 of 2; relevant to every single homeowner. Forested or suburban, on a large lot or small, no one is immune to fire amidst global warming and its onslaught of drought combined with high winds. This is a story about the Paradise, California fire from a firefighters' perspective with special guest Jim Broshears. This includes some steps we can take to protect our own homes and apps for documenting it's contents.
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JOIN ME:
~ Get my weekly newsletter "Little Bits of Home Functionality." Intentionally short, you’ll get a video and a thought that poses questions about your space and your reason.
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~ Schedule time with me https://calendly.com/spaceandreason or visit me through my Home Coaching & Real Estate Website www.SpaceAndReason.com
Sources & Reference———————————————-
1. Everything Is Unprecedented. Welcome To Your Hotter Earth / article by NPR.
3. Link to the list of Home Inventory apps
Legal Disclosure: Kristina Browning is a licensed Realtor in the State of Oregon with 503 Properties. “Home Functionality Coach” and "Create a Home that Thrives" are registered Trademarks of Kristina Browning.