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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.
Episodes
Wednesday Nov 13, 2024
Wednesday Nov 13, 2024
Do you have a house cleaner? I read a funny thing... and then ended up with a podcast episode about it.
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.
~ My Website & Blog www.SpaceAndReason.com
~ On Instagram
~ On Facebook
~ My boards on Pinterest
~ On TikTok
Sources & Reference———————————————-
1. Ep. 30 // Creating Spaces for Introverts and Extroverts
2. Reddit thread about housekeepers
3. Binge-listen to Ep. 25 -28, a series about your outdoor space
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 May 15, 2024
Wednesday May 15, 2024
The daily task of getting good nutritious food into your body and not having any food waste at the end of it is no small task. Add feeding more mouths into the equation along with a job and overwhelm comes knocking. Let's talk about a light at the end of the tunnel.
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.
~ My Website & Blog www.SpaceAndReason.com
~ On Instagram
~ On Facebook
~ My boards on Pinterest
~ On TikTok
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 May 08, 2024
Wednesday May 08, 2024
Let's think about Functionality, Automation and Aesthetics in the Bathroom.
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.
~ My Website & Blog www.SpaceAndReason.com
~ On Instagram
~ On Facebook
~ My boards on Pinterest
~ On TikTok
Sources & Reference———————————————-
- Shower curtain liner with pockets
- Who Gives a Crap Toilet Paper
- IB Mirrors
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 Feb 28, 2024
Wednesday Feb 28, 2024
When we think about overwhelm or anxiety coming specifically from your home, part of it could be the daily grind of upkeep. As simple as it sounds, we all know, indeed it is not simple but what if there was a tool that could help us handle it better so we can step back and worry less?
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.
~ My Website & Blog www.SpaceAndReason.com
~ On Instagram
~ On Facebook
~ My boards on Pinterest
~ On TikTok
Sources & Reference———————————————-
- Learn more about The Skylight Calendar
- Anthony commenting about FOOD on TikTok
- Episode 26: Creating Great Outdoor Spaces
- New York Times: Why Women do the Household Worrying and how to get men to do more of it.
- The Book Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance
- Episode 5: The Space that doesn't get Used
- 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
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.
~ My Website & Blog www.SpaceAndReason.com
~ On Instagram
~ On Facebook
~ My boards on Pinterest
~ On TikTok
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
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.
~ My Website & Blog www.SpaceAndReason.com
~ On Instagram
~ On Facebook
~ My boards on Pinterest
~ On TikTok
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 01, 2023
Wednesday Nov 01, 2023
Let's think about our morning experience.
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.
~ My Website & Blog www.SpaceAndReason.com
~ On Instagram
~ On Facebook
~ My boards on Pinterest
~ On TikTok
Sources & Reference———————————————-
"Build the Life you Want" by Arthur C. Brooks and Oprah Winfrey
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.
Monday Jun 27, 2022
Monday Jun 27, 2022
7 Questions to ask yourself about your space and your reason specifically to increase happiness in your home. This episode includes two minutes of positive affirmations so you can just sit and take it in.
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.
~ My Website & Blog www.SpaceAndReason.com
~ On Instagram
~ On Facebook
~ My boards on Pinterest
~ On TikTok
Sources & Reference———————————————-
I am the architect of my life; I build its foundation and choose its contents. unknown
I will not compare myself to strangers on the Internet. @emilymcdowell_
I am superior to negative thoughts and low actions. unknown
“I am deliberate and afraid of nothing.” Audre Lord
I am courageous and I stand up for myself. unknown
I am not pushed by my problems; I am led by my dreams. unknown
I am resilient. unknown
I feed my spirit. I train my body. I focus my mind. This is my time. unknown
I claim my desires. I hold great visions. I am ready to receive. @hayhouseinc
Creative energy surges through me and leads me to new and brilliant ideas. unknown
“Am I good enough? Yes I am.” Michelle Obama
I feed my spirit. I train my body. I focus my mind. It’s my time. @intensati
I am getting better and better every day. unknown
“Your perspective is unique. It’s important and it counts” Glenn Close
My efforts are being supported by the universe. unknown
I am living with abundance. unknown
I use obstacles to motivate me to learn and grow. unknown
“Good riddance to decisions that don't support self-care, self-value, and self-worth." Oprah Winfrey
I am in charge of my life. @foxanne_
I’m freeing myself from all destructive doubt and fear. unknown
I am at peace with all that has happened, is happening, and will happen. unknown
“I am worthy of what I desire.” Gabby Bernstein
I am adventurous. I overcome fears by following my dreams. @malacollective
I have made mistakes, but I will not let them define me. unknown
Note to self: I am going to make you so proud. unknown
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 24, 2021
Wednesday Mar 24, 2021
This is a story about Rachel Weber, Digital Deputy Editor at Better Homes and Gardens, and her breast cancer journey, diagnosis, and healing. Find out what changes she made to her home and what things she learned about functionality after a mastectomy. See Sources & Resources below for all the Better Homes and Gardens links!
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.
~ My Website & Blog www.SpaceAndReason.com
~ On Instagram
~ On Facebook
~ My boards on Pinterest
~ On TikTok
Sources & Reference———————————————-
- Statistics on breast cancer cited in this episode, BreastCancer.org: https://www.breastcancer.org/symptoms/understand_bc/statistics
- Swedish death cleaning story
- Project joy hub page
- Project joy video Rachel shot on spider plants (right before her cancer staging appointment)
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 17, 2021
Wednesday Mar 17, 2021
In this mini episode, we'll discuss mental automation...because part of Creating a Home that Thrives® is as much about “ease of use” as possible. Let's learn how to find something you are bad at or frustrated with and associate it with something you are good at to create a solution and a home that functions better or maybe has less clutter.
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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.
~ My Website & Blog www.SpaceAndReason.com
~ On Instagram
~ On Facebook
~ My boards on Pinterest
~ On TikTok
Reference———————————————-
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.