

Edit Your Life | Simplify + Declutter Your Home, Time, and Mental Space
Christine Koh
Overwhelmed by "shoulds"? Struggle with perfectionism and boundary setting? Feel like you don't have time for the things you actually want to do? Edit Your Life is an award-winning podcast that offers tips, recommendations, and expert advice to simplify and declutter your home, schedule, to-do list, relationships, and mental space. Hosted by Christine Koh (+ Asha Dornfest 2015 to 2021).
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Dec 2, 2024 • 9min
Mini Edit: How To Efficiently Tackle Adulting Tasks
Christine shares 5 tips for tackling simple yet onerous feeling adulting tasks.LINKS:
Instagram Stories highlight on Friday adulting
Todoist
Mini Edit: How To Use Todoist
The Mini Edit is a short-form series from Edit Your Life, where host Christine Koh answers your questions about everything from self-care to parenting to relationships to home and more. Send your Mini Edit questions to edityourlifeshow@gmail.com or DM @edityourlifeshow or @drchristinekoh. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 25, 2024 • 8min
Mini Edit: November Micro Delights
Christine shares 5 delightful things from November. See the show notes for links.LINKS:
My Journey to Becoming a Glorious Witch
Medicinal Herbs: A Beginner’s Guide by Rosemary Gladstar
Peaceful Kitchen by Catherine Perez
Once Upon a Chef homemade Caesar salad dressing
Ursa Major Green Slate Mineral Polish
The Mini Edit is a short-form series from Edit Your Life, where host Christine Koh answers your questions about everything from self-care to parenting to relationships to home and more. Send your Mini Edit questions to edityourlifeshow@gmail.com or DM @edityourlifeshow or @drchristinekoh. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 21, 2024 • 45min
Getting Unstuck From Overthinking (with Dr. Patricia Zurita Ona)
Dr. Patricia Zurita Ona, an expert in helping overachievers overcome fear-driven struggles, joins Christine to explore the pitfalls of overthinking. They discuss how to identify personal purpose, tackle perfectionism, and embrace uncertainty. Dr. Ona shares techniques to boost mindfulness and decision-making, emphasizing the significance of aligning choices with personal values. Listeners learn practical strategies, like ‘uncertainty workouts,’ to cultivate resilience and move beyond the paralysis of overthinking toward a more authentic life.

Nov 18, 2024 • 7min
Mini Edit: Reducing Decluttering Mental Load
Discover effective strategies to lighten the mental load of decluttering. Personal experiences are shared, including tackling basement clutter and utilizing the Todoist app for organized lists. Get practical tips on tracking items for sale, managing donations, and sorting seasonal goods. A heartwarming success story highlights the impact of donating clothes to a local initiative, inspiring listeners to take action.

Nov 14, 2024 • 37min
How to Reduce Entertaining Pressure
In this episode from the locked archive, Christine and Asha share 8 tips for reducing entertaining pressure. Christine also shares about the recent delight of a food demo from a friend (in advance of which she did not tidy a thing).For links and related episodes, visit the show notes.Edit Your Life is an award-winning podcast that offers tips, recommendations, and expert advice to simplify and declutter your home, schedule, to-do list, relationships, and mental space. Connect with host Christine Koh at edityourlifeshow@gmail.com or DM @edityourlifeshow or @drchristinekoh. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 11, 2024 • 13min
Mini-Edit: What To Do Post-Election
Following the election, resilience takes center stage as the conversation delves into six actionable recommendations. Emphasizing self-care, listeners discover stress management techniques like puzzles and the importance of hydration. Mindful strategies for healthier social media use are discussed to foster positive mental health. Community connections are highlighted, encouraging outreach and intergenerational discussions on civic values. Transforming despair into action has never felt more essential!

Nov 7, 2024 • 47min
Realistic Time Management Tactics (with Kelly Nolan)
Join attorney-turned-time management strategist Kelly Nolan as she shares her Bright Method system for achieving clarity and reducing stress. Discover how to tactfully navigate holiday time management while protecting personal space. Kelly discusses the importance of weekly planning and setting boundaries to enhance productivity. She also highlights the concept of 'time creep' in daily routines, offering practical advice on balancing professional roles with parenting. Tune in for insights that empower you to reclaim your time!

Nov 4, 2024 • 15min
Mini Edit: How to Handle Family Decluttering Guilt
Explore the emotional rollercoaster of family decluttering guilt, where attachments to sentimental items clash with the need for a clutter-free space. Learn strategies for preserving memories without the physical burden, setting boundaries, and honoring personal values. Hear insights on managing guilt tied to family gifts and the importance of communication during decluttering. Plus, discover wellness tips to support your journey towards a more serene living environment.

Oct 31, 2024 • 27min
My Journey to Becoming a Glorious Witch
Embark on a whimsical journey into the world of medicinal herbs, where humor meets practical gardening tips. Discover the joy of growing your own plants and learn how to dry herbs for culinary magic. Personal reflections reveal the cultural significance of herbal practices, sparking interest in herbal education. Embrace community engagement to enhance your gardening skills while integrating fresh herbs into daily life, especially through delightful teas. It's a magical mix of growth, learning, and a dash of witchy charm!

Oct 28, 2024 • 8min
Mini Edit: October Micro Delights
Christine shares 5 delightful things from October. See the show notes for links.The Mini Edit is a short-form series from Edit Your Life, where host Christine Koh answers your questions about everything from self-care to parenting to relationships to home and more. Send your Mini Edit questions to edityourlifeshow@gmail.com or DM @edityourlifeshow or @drchristinekoh. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices