Best Clutter Fairy Podcasts (2025)

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Helping Hands: How to Ask for Decluttering Support (or Offer Yours) - The Clutter Fairy Weekly #282 1:01:01

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The work of decluttering and organizing can be too overwhelming for one person to tackle. So we ask for help. But assistants who aren’t sensitive to our goals, priorities, and emotional needs can create as many problems as they solve. In episode #282 of The Clutter Fairy Weekly, Gayle Goddard, professional organizer and owner of The Clutter Fairy i…

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1197: Classic ACP Guilt And Anxiety Listener Q and A 19:09

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Guilt is today's topic as Gina answers a listener's question. Many thanks to Jonas and the other listeners who sent in questions about guilt and shame. In this episode, we cover How the anxious mind is prone to guilt Teasing out guilt vs shame How to move on from the event Listen in and give your anxious mind a peaceful path out of your guilt! Plea…

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Lughnasadh Explained: A Practical Guide to the First Harvest Sabbat 40:46

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Ever wished there was a witchy holiday that officially celebrates bread, abundance, and cozy harvest energy? Lughnasadh (also known as Lammas) is the first harvest festival of the Wheel of the Year and the perfect time to lean into corn, carbs, gratitude, and simple seasonal witchcraft. In this episode, we chat about what Lughnasadh represents, why…

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1196: OCD, Anxiety And Boundaries: From Approval-Seeking To Authentic Living 20:16

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In today's episode, Gina shares some important tools to help liberate anxiety sufferers from the limitations placed on them by people-pleasing behaviors. The ability and willingness to use the statement "no", when it is the path to necessary self-care can really help people with anxiety provide themselves with the necessary time, attention and rest…

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Clear the Deck: Organize to Prepare for Injury, Illness, Disability - The Clutter Fairy Weekly #281 54:45

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Sooner or later, most households will experience health or mobility issues of some kind. An injury, illness, or age-related loss of mobility will often exacerbate existing clutter problems. In episode #281 of The Clutter Fairy Weekly, Gayle Goddard, professional organizer and owner of The Clutter Fairy in Houston, Texas, explores steps we can take …

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1195: Slow Is Sacred: Turtle Wisdom For Healing Anxiety 17:55

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In today's episode, Gina shares her understanding of the wisdom of the turtle. The turtle, with their slow and steady pace, exude many qualities that humans can learn to live by, improving their peace, strength and safety. Listen in and improve your grasp on the secrets of the turtle way, strengthen your anxiety recovery progress today! Please visi…

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Litha Explained: Southern Hemisphere Swaps, Fairy-Friendly Traditions, and Hurricane Season Safeguards 43:23

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Feeling the call to reconnect with the sun? In this episode of Demystify Magic, we’re diving into Litha, the height of light, growth, and celebration on the Wheel of the Year. We explore the Holly and Oak King myth, how different cultures have honored the solstice, and how we bring that energy into our own practices. You’ll hear our favorite low-ef…

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1194: Why Anxiety Rises In Menopause And Perimenopause: Understanding The Nervous System Shift 20:01

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In today's episode, Gina shares her wisdom surrounding the topic of menopause, perimenopause and how these times can bring with them substantial shifts in women's nervous systems. Many women experiences substantial changes in their experience of anxiety around this midlife change, some for better, some for worse. The physiological changes of the bo…

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Being Grateful for What We Have (or Don’t): Gratitude and Clutter - The Clutter Fairy Weekly #280 59:16

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It’s easy to get swept up and carried away by the excitement of the holiday season. But as we prepare for this busy time of family, fun, and celebration, let’s reflect on our feelings of gratitude and how they impact the way we accumulate, manage, and dispose of our stuff. In episode #280 of The Clutter Fairy Weekly, Gayle Goddard, professional org…

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1193: Calming The What-If Mind A Guided Meditation For Future Anxiety And Overthinking 19:11

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In today's episode, Gina discusses the implications of what-if thinking for people with anxiety and shares a calming guided meditation to help remedy this adverse mental tendency. We are reminded that we can fall into the what-if thinking trap easily and that our brain is only trying to protect us. Through the tools and meditation shared in this sh…

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Beltane Explained: Witchcraft Traditions, Fairies & May Day Magic 44:09

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The Wheel keeps turning, and we’ve reached Beltane, the fiery midpoint between spring and summer. This brings passion, fertility, creativity, and a playful connection to the fair folk as the veil thins once again. In this episode, we share where Beltane comes from (bonfires, maypoles & handfasting) and how it evolved into a celebration of love, ple…

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1192: Classic ACP Just For Today 18:56

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In today's episode, Gina shares with listeners wisdom contained in a series of quotes. These quotes are sourced from literature from Al-Anon family groups, a pamphlet entitled "Just For Today". These quotes have had an important impact on Gina's own life and healing and she is happy to be able to share them with you in the podcast today. Link to Al…

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Learn from the Past | Clutter on the Go | Default Capsule Wardrobes - The Clutter Fairy Weekly #279 57:10

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What did we do differently at times in our lives when we were less cluttered? What’s good advice for staying organized and decluttered while traveling? Is it still a “capsule wardrobe” if you just happen to wear only a small number of items? In episode #279 of The Clutter Fairy Weekly, Gayle Goddard, professional organizer and owner of The Clutter …

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1191: What's Within Your Control - Finding Calm In An Uncertain World 16:20

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In today's episode, Gina discusses an important strategy to help individuals suffering with anxiety: identify things that are not within your control and let go of any requirement to control outcomes relating to these things. We live in an uncertain world and our ability to control external events can be extremely limited. It is an enormous gift yo…

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Ostara Explained: Spring Equinox Rituals, Pagan Traditions, and Manifestation Magic 34:18

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The Wheel keeps turning, and this week we’ve arrived at Ostara, the Spring Equinox, a moment of perfect balance between light and dark, rest and renewal. As the earth wakes up and everything starts to bloom again, we’re diving into the magic of fresh starts, fertile soil, and that buzzy creative energy that always seems to show up this time of year…

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1190: How To Find Calm Within: Building Your Inner Sanctuary For Anxiety Relief 17:36

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In today's episode, Gina shares a technique for creating calm within yourself: developing your own inner sanctuary. The strength of this inner sanctuary lies in its perpetual presence within us, we can go to it any time, any where. Breathing practices to help enter your inner sanctuary are provided, as are visualizations for making your inner sanct…

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Service Solutions: When Doing All the Work Yourself Is Too Much - The Clutter Fairy Weekly #278 59:10

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Decluttering and organizing is time-consuming, emotionally challenging, and sometimes physically demanding work. If you find that can’t get it all done yourself even with the help of family and friends, consider hiring service providers to assist with the toughest chores. In episode #278 of The Clutter Fairy Weekly, Gayle Goddard, professional orga…

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1189: Calming Anxiety Through Breath - Inspired By James Nestor 18:28

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In today's episode, Gina discusses the calming power of the breath, particularly as she has been inspired by James Nestor's recent book: Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art. The reasons why the breath is so important are discussed, as well as the science behind why calm breathing can be so helpful. The emotional and spiritual sides of breathing a…

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Imbolc Explained: The Pagan Roots of Groundhog Day, Brigid, and the Return of the Light 33:30

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Feeling stuck in the February slump? Imbolc might be the spark you’ve been waiting for. This festival of renewal, creativity, and returning light reminds us that winter doesn’t last forever. In this episode of Demystify Magic, we explore the meaning of Imbolc and its roots as a Celtic fire festival honoring the goddess Brigid. We talk about its con…

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Value Versus Values: How We Think About What Our Stuff Is Worth - The Clutter Fairy Weekly #277 1:02:26

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Our perceptions of the value of our stuff can cloud our judgment about what really supports the life we want to be living—and what doesn’t. But a focus on our values helps us ground our decluttering decisions in a better understanding of ourselves. In episode #277 of The Clutter Fairy Weekly, Gayle Goddard, professional organizer and owner of The C…

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1188: How Sound Soothes Your Nervous System 18:05

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In today's episode, Gina discusses the healing and soothing capacity of sound, specifically humming, for your mind, body and brain. The science behind the benefits of humming are discussed. Practical steps for integrating a humming practice into your daily routine are included. Listen in, start to hum and feel more peace and calm today! Please visi…

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1187: Faith Over Fear: Finding Calm When Loneliness Feels Overwhelming Listener Q and A 18:22

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In today's episode, Gina responds to a listener question regarding fear of being alone as we age. The listeners fears and concerns are outlined and described. A constructive way to respond to these fears is provided: acceptance of what is presently in order to allow the present to unfold with as much calm and grace as possible. Despite our discomfo…

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Modern Yule Magic: How We Celebrate the Winter Solstice as Witches 46:41

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As the nights grow long and the sun begins its slow return, Yule arrives, a sacred turning point of warmth, rest, and renewal. In this episode we continue our Wheel of the Year series with a slightly chaotic dive into Yule, the winter solstice festival behind so many modern holiday traditions. We explore its roots as a fire festival, the story of t…

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1186: Classic ACP Serenity Prayer For Anxiety 5 Reminders 15:18

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In today's episode, Gina shares with listeners the Serenity Prayer (popularized by Alcoholics Anonymous) and how it can help those of us suffering from anxiety. Though the prayer is thought to have been written by Protestant theologian Reinhold Niebuhr, the prayer is non-denominational and even applicable for those of us who are not religious at al…

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Book Club: ADD-Friendly Ways to Organize Your Life (Kolberg/Nadeau) - The Clutter Fairy Weekly #276 1:00:55

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People with ADHD often struggle to declutter and organize because of challenges with time management, planning, and executive function. ADD-Friendly Ways to Organize Your Life seeks to address these challenges with advice written specifically for an ADHD audience. In episode #276 of The Clutter Fairy Weekly, Gayle Goddard, professional organizer an…

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1185: Guest Anna Runkle: The Crappy Childhood Fairy Part 3 22:43

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In today's episode, Gina concludes her interview with Anna Runkle, The Crappy Childhood Fairy. In this part of the discussion, emphasis is made on how important others can be in the healing and recovery process. The importance of establishing a regular practice for reregulation tools (such as journaling and meditation) is reinforced. It is suggeste…

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Samhain Explained: History, Rituals, and the Real Meaning of the Thinning Veil 44:22

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As the nights stretch longer and the veil between worlds grows thin, Samhain marks a powerful turning point, a moment to honor the dead, release what’s ready to go, and welcome the magic of new beginnings. In this episode of Demystify Magic, we begin our Wheel of the Year series with a deep (and delightfully nerdy) dive into the history and meaning…

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1184: Guest Anna Runkle: The Crappy Childhood Fairy Part 2 21:47

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In today's episode, Gina continues her conversation with Anna Runkle, the Crappy Childhood Fairy. Learn more about how to reregulate your nervous system. In particular, Anna shares one of her most favorite tools: writing. Listen in and gain knowledge about how to use your ability to write to help calm your nervous system and return to a centered pl…

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From Chaotic Hiding Place to Peaceful Retreat: The Primary Bedroom - The Clutter Fairy Weekly #275 58:39

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The main bedroom should be a quiet, peaceful sanctuary where we recharge ourselves and enjoy intimate moments. But when clutter invades, visual distractions and mental noise can drain our energy and diminish the quality of our sleep. In episode #275 of The Clutter Fairy Weekly, Gayle Goddard, professional organizer and owner of The Clutter Fairy in…

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1183: Guest Anna Runkle: The Crappy Childhood Fairy Part 1 24:17

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In today's episode, Gina interviews Anna Runkle, the Crappy Childhood Fairy! Anna reveals much about her often traumatic life history and shares some of her most helpful tools for re-regulating the nervous system to find more peace and calm. Finding stability for our brain and nervous system now can have a substantial effect on our life both now an…

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Mundane Magic: Turning Outdoor Chores Into Rituals 45:22

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In this final installment of the Mundane Magic series, we step outside, literally to explore how to bring intention, ritual, and a little bit of magic to the spaces beyond your front door. From your porch, driveway, or car to the simple act of leaving the house, this episode is all about transforming those everyday thresholds into sacred, supportiv…

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1182: How to Unlearn Anxiety: The Path Beyond Coping 20:55

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In today's episode, Gina discusses a novel conceptual approach to overcoming anxiety: actually unlearning the anxiety. Rather than just coping, "white knuckling it" or breathing through it, we can unlearn the practices that have lead us to use anxiety as a survival strategy. You can rewire your mind through mindful awareness, interrupting patterns …

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More ABCs of Clutter: Another Alphabet of Organizing Suggestions - The Clutter Fairy Weekly #274 56:04

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Clutter insinuates itself into every part of our lives: our space, our time, our emotions, our relationships. From boxes moldering in the Attic to the Zester lurking in a kitchen drawer, we must examine our lives to discard the stuff we no longer need, love, or use. In episode #274 of The Clutter Fairy Weekly, Gayle Goddard, professional organizer …

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1181: Classic ACP Anxiety And Happiness Gems From Eckhart Tolle 19:43

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Today's podcast is a review of 10 powerful insights or as coach Gina calls them --Anxiety and Happiness Gems from Eckhart Tolle. Get a good idea of Eckhart Tolle's perspective on Anxiety and Happiness! Here is the original post of these gems: Eckhart-Tolles-10-Powerful-Insights-to-a-Happier-You Please visit our Sponsor Page to find all the links an…

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Mundane Magic: Thresholds, Transitions, and the Energy of In-Between Spaces 54:57

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What if the most magical parts of your home were the ones you usually overlook? In this episode of our Mundane Magic series, we’re diving into the hallways, closets, basements, guest rooms, and other “in-between” spaces that tend to collect clutter. These thresholds aren’t just storage zones, they’re energetic portals where you can ground, cleanse,…

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1180: The Pause: Your Superpower Against Anxiety & Anger 18:39

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In today's episode, Gina discusses how to use the technique of pausing and responding to stress with more equanimity than our often more common reaction of anxiety and anger. There are a number of practical ways to implement "the pause" and these are examined in this episode. Listen in for tips on how to use your breath in this regard, as well as a…

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Clutter Hacks: Five-minute Maintenance Habits to Make a Big Impact - The Clutter Fairy Weekly #273 56:29

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Clearing clutter is really two jobs: reducing the backlog of accumulated stuff and cultivating habits to keep the mess from getting worse. The more effectively you handle ongoing maintenance, the more energy you’ll have to devote to the backlog project. In episode #273 of The Clutter Fairy Weekly, Gayle Goddard, professional organizer and owner of …

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1179: When Your Mind Turns Against You: A New Way To See Intrusive Thoughts 19:33

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In today's episode, Gina discusses the awesome power of a shift in perspective when dealing with intrusive thoughts. It is imperative that individuals suffering with anxiety and intrusive thoughts learn to let go of the thoughts and understand that they are not these disturbing thoughts. Strong revulsion from the thoughts creates strong attachments…

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Mundane Magic: Office Rituals for Focus, Productivity & Abundance 41:23

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Your office isn’t just a desk. It’s your temple of focus, vision, and maybe a little chaos (hello, messy papers). In this episode of our Mundane Magic series, we explore how to transform your workspace into a place of clarity, creativity, and abundance. We share how to align your office with the elements and chakras, plus crystals that support focu…

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1178: Floating vs. Letting Time Pass: What Claire Weekes Really Meant 19:41

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In today's episode, Gina discusses one of the most important aspects of Claire Weekes' protocol for anxiety recovery: the floating and letting time pass stage (a sort of compound of the two last stages). Gina's enormous experience with anxiety and anxiety coaching give her special insight into how to maximize these practices in your anxiety recover…

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Creative-output Clutter | Learning to Live in Decluttered Space - The Clutter Fairy Weekly #272 1:00:59

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What are we supposed to do with art and craft projects after we’ve finished them? How can chronically cluttered people learn to be comfortable in a decluttered space? It’s time for another “Ask Us Anything” episode! In episode #272 of The Clutter Fairy Weekly, Gayle Goddard, professional organizer and owner of The Clutter Fairy in Houston, Texas, a…

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1177: How To Find Calm Beyond The Mind: Your Body Holds the Key 18:50

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In today's episode, Gina discusses the role the body can play in our ability to calm our anxiety and discover more stability and peace. A mini guided body scan is included in this episode to help listeners tune into their bodies and listening. A practice for using your breath as an anchor is also included. Using these techniques and others in this …

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Mundane Magic: Bedroom Altars, Crystals & Nighttime Intentions 42:52

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From nightstand clutter to unwashed sheets, your bedroom holds more energy than you might think. In this episode of our Mundane Magic series, we explore how the bedroom can become a space for ritual and restoration. We talk about mattress cleansing to clear stagnant energy, simple nightstand altars for intention-setting, and crystals that support r…

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1176: Classic ACP The ABC's Of Acceptance As A Path To Clearing Anxiety 18:42

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Today Gina dives into the ABCs Of Acceptance As A Path To Clearing Anxiety. Join in and learn why acceptance, although it seems counter intuitive and passive, is actually the courageous way out! Please visit our Sponsor Page to find all the links and codes for our awesome sponsors! https://www.theanxietycoachespodcast.com/sponsors/ Thank you for su…

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Clutter-friendly Ways to Give, Receive, Downsize, and Regift Gifts - The Clutter Fairy Weekly #271 57:46

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We often endow items we receive as gifts with a special status in our decluttering decision-making. But even gifts become clutter if we don’t love, need, or use them! In episode #271 of The Clutter Fairy Weekly, Gayle Goddard, professional organizer and owner of The Clutter Fairy in Houston, Texas, explores the complex issues of decluttering gifts …

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1175: Beyond Survival Mode: Reclaiming Your Innate Calm 20:47

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In today's episode, Gina discusses an important factor that drives essentially everyone's anxiety these days: the relentless pace of our modern world. Our smartphones in particular keep us tuned in to social media and the rest of the world with an immediacy unknown in other times. Listen in for advice on how to handle living in the immediate inform…

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Behind Ed & Lorraine Warren: How the "Demonologists" Weaponized Fear (and Witchcraft) 1:18:19

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We’re putting the folklore of Ed and Lorraine Warren under a microscope in this episode. Madison leads a fiery deep dive while Molly brings outside research and big questions. We unpack how the Warrens’ self-made legend from “demonologists” to pop-culture darlings via The Conjuring collides with allegations, contradictions, and media spin. Plus we …

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1174: Why A Bad Anxiety Day Might Be A Sign Of Healing 21:14

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In today's episode, Gina discusses how small changes in behavior, which are not difficult to achieve, can represent significant milestones on the way to recovery from anxiety. If we can demonstrate some of these beneficial thoughts and behaviors, even amidst an unpleasant anxiety storm, we can recognize that we are making progress and use these mom…

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A Houseful of Limitless Potential: Clutter and the Creative Mind - The Clutter Fairy Weekly #270 1:01:29

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Do your efforts to declutter conflict with your calling to live a brilliant, original, and creative life? For artists, craftspeople, and hobbyists, the stuff in our homes can stimulate our imaginations at the same time it stands in the way of our freedom to create. In episode #270 of The Clutter Fairy Weekly, Gayle Goddard, professional organizer a…

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1173: Putting Down The Second Arrow: How Self Compassion Heals Anxiety 17:58

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In today's episode, Gina shares a key element of anxiety recovery: using self-kindness in the face of stress and overwhelm to diffuse self-criticism. Negative self-talk often makes anxiety so much more unbearable than it would be if we acknowledged the anxiety and gave ourself grace and compassion in our thoughts and feelings. Tune in to this episo…