Country Proud Living Nurturing Home, Empowered Self
By LoriLynn Olafson Uter
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Country Proud Living is a podcast for someone who longs for a slower, more intentional life and a home that truly supports who they are becoming. Rooted in the warmth of country living, this show blends interior design inspiration, color confidence, and gentle life guidance to help you create nurturing spaces that feel welcoming, meaningful, and lived-in.
"Where nurturing spaces empower your life and every day feels a little more like home."
Hosted by certified interior designer and design-life coach LoriLynn, each episode offers encouragement, practical design wisdom, and soulful conversations that empower you to begin where you are — whether you’re refreshing a room, cultivating a cozy sanctuary, or simply seeking more peace and purpose in everyday life. You’ll find inspiration for creating a home you love, while also nurturing your mindset, wellbeing, and sense of belonging.
If you crave a home that feels like a hug, believe your surroundings shape how you feel, and love the charm of country-inspired living, Country Proud Living is your weekly reminder that you are worthy of a beautiful life — and a home that feels a little more like you.
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Ep.111 Summer Home Decorating Made Simple: Designer Tips for a Relaxed, Cozy Home
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Jun 02, 2026 |
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Ep.110 Courage, Service & the Women Who Served: Honoring Diane Carlson Evans with Vietnam Veteran Grace Moore
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May 25, 2026 |
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Ep.109 Gather Around the Table: Why Women Need Meaningful Connection
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May 19, 2026 |
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Ep.108 The Joy of a Slow Morning: Creating Simple Rituals That Change Your Day
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May 13, 2026 |
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Ep.107 The Home You’re Growing Into: Designing for the Woman You Are Now
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May 05, 2026 |
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Ep.106 Becoming Who You’re Meant to Be: Midlife as a Season of Expansion
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Apr 29, 2026 |
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Ep.105 Fresh Color for a New Season: Designer Tips for a Soft, Hopeful Spring Home
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Apr 21, 2026 |
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Ep.104 Brighter Days Ahead: How Nature (Biophilic Design) Helps You Feel Like Yourself Again
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Apr 14, 2026 |
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Ep.103 Spring Cleaning with Heart: Decluttering Without Losing the Soul of Your Home
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Apr 07, 2026 |
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Ep.102 Light & Airy Living: How to Make Your Home Feel Brighter Without Buying More
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Mar 31, 2026 |
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Ep.101 Stepping into Spring: 7 Gentle Ways to Feel Lighter at Home and in Life
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Mar 24, 2026 |
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Ep.100 100 Episodes In: What I Know Now About Creating a Home (and Life) You’re Proud Of
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Mar 17, 2026 |
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Ep. 99 Reset Your Space, Reset Your Mind: Tiny Design Shifts That Create Daily Peace
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Mar 10, 2026 |
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Ep.98 The Design of Belonging: Creating a Home That Reflects the Life You’re Ready For
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Mar 03, 2026 |
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Ep.97 Color That Embraces: Choosing Paint Colors That Make You Feel at Home
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Feb 26, 2026 |
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Ep. 96 Softening the Inner Critic: Designing a Life with More Grace
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Feb 16, 2026 |
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Ep. 95 When the World Feels Heavy: How to Care for Yourself Without Carrying It All
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Feb 03, 2026 |
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Ep. 94 Live in Your Wheel house: Transforming Homes into Launchpads for Joy | Interview Kim Costa
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Jan 27, 2026 |
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Ep.93 Start Soft: Why You Don’t Need Big Goals to Create a Beautiful Life
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Jan 21, 2026 |
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Ep 92: Country Proud Living Turns Two: Gratitude, Growth, and What’s Ahead
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Jan 11, 2026 |
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Ep. 91 The Winter Pause: What Rest Is Teaching You About Your Next Season
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Jan 05, 2026 |
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Ep. 90 100 Episodes In: What Creating a Nurturing Life Has Taught Me (and What I Hope for You)
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Dec 31, 2025 |
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Bonus_The Sweet Life Lessons Hidden in a Batch of Sugar Cookies
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Dec 25, 2025 |
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Ep. 89 You’re Doing Better Than You Think: A Gentle Reminder Before Christmas
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Dec 23, 2025 |
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Ep. 88 Effortless Holiday Style: Designer Secrets to Elevate Your Home Without Adding Stress
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Dec 15, 2025 |
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Ep. 87 The Welcoming Candle: A Heartfelt Holiday Tradition of Warmth, Hospitality & Home
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Dec 08, 2025 |
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Ep.86 Gratitude by Design: How Your Home Reflects What You’re Thankful For
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Nov 30, 2025 |
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Ep.85 Moving Past the Messy Middle and Into the Extraordinary: Interview with Andrea Liebross
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Nov 22, 2025 |
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Ep.84 Cultivating Your Vision: Why Creating a Vision Board Can Transform Your Life
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Nov 10, 2025 |
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Ep.83 Fall into Focus: Why Now Is the Perfect Time to Set Your Goals for 2026
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Nov 07, 2025 |
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Ep.82 Before the Year Ends: 7 Heartfelt Things to Do Before 2025 Wraps Up
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Nov 03, 2025 |
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Ep.81 The Autumn Home Edit Designer Secrets to Create a Cozy & Stylish Retreat
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Oct 24, 2025 |
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Ep.80 Autumn Glow: Lighting Secrets to Make Your Home Feel Instantly Cozier
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Oct 14, 2025 |
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Ep.79 Keep Going, Beautiful: Why Consistency-Not Perfection-Creates the Life You Want
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Oct 05, 2025 |
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Ep.78 Summer Brights to Autumn Cozy: Interior Design Tips for the Season
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Sep 23, 2025 |
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BONUS Behind the Scenes: Country Proud Living, a year and a half in!
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Sep 16, 2025 |
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Ep. 77 Cozy Up Your Days: How to Create a Fall Routine That Nurtures You!
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Sep 16, 2025 |
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Ep.76 Time-Smart Living: Simple Strategies to Manage Your Days with More Peace and Less Pressure
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Sep 09, 2025 |
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Ep.75 Cottage Calm: Simple Touches to Make Your Home Feel Like a Hug
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Sep 01, 2025 |
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Ep.74 Country Calm: Daily Habits That Root You in Peace & Purpose
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Aug 19, 2025 |
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Ep73: Let It Go: How to Clear Space in Your Mind, Heart & Home
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Aug 17, 2025 |
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Ep.72 Rooted & Restful: Designing a Bedroom That Feels Like a Retreat
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Aug 05, 2025 |
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EP.71 Your Space, Your Sanctuary: How a Beautiful Home Empowers You
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Aug 02, 2025 |
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Ep.70 Sun-Kissed Style: Summer Color & Design Tips for a Light, Cozy Country Home
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Jul 22, 2025 |
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Ep.69 Clicks to Calm: The Digital Detox You Didn’t Know You Needed for Mindful, Country Living
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Jul 14, 2025 |
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Ep.68. Summer Styling Secrets: Simple Touches to Refresh Your Space
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Jul 08, 2025 |
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Ep.67 Fields, Flowers & Freedom: Cultivating Joy in Simple Country Moments
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Jul 01, 2025 |
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Ep.66 The Caregiver’s Balancing Act: Staying Grounded When Life Pulls You in Every Direction.
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Jun 28, 2025 |
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Ep.65 Let Your Light Shine: Spreading Joy and Purpose Through Peaceful Country Living
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Jun 17, 2025 |
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Ep.64 Cultivating Peace: Evening Rituals to Unwind, Reflect, and Reconnect
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Jun 10, 2025 |
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Ep.63 Designer Must-Haves: The Tools I Can’t Live Without in My Interior Design Business
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Jun 03, 2025 |
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Ep.62 Gather ‘Round: Creating the Perfect Outdoor Living Space for Summer Memories
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May 27, 2025 |
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Ep.61 Simple Spring Homesteading Hacks – Cultivating a Cozy & Productive Home
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May 21, 2025 |
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Ep.60 Honoring the Women Who Shape Us: Stories of Strength, Love & Legacy
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May 12, 2025 |
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Ep.59 Breaking Free from Overwhelm: Creating a Nurturing Home and an Empowered Mindset with Renee Welk
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May 04, 2025 |
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Ep.58 Give Yourself Grace: How to Stay Grounded When Life Throws You a Curveball
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May 01, 2025 |
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Ep.57 The Power of Pause: Why Resting Is the Key to a More Empowered Life
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Apr 22, 2025 |
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Ep.56 Small Changes, Big Impact – The Best Interior Design Tweaks for a Seasonal Upgrade
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Apr 15, 2025 |
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Ep.55 Slow Living in Spring – How to Embrace the Beauty of the Season Interview with Megan Volker
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Apr 07, 2025 |
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Ep.54 Spring 2025 Home Refresh: Top Interior Design Trends to Revive Your Space
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Apr 01, 2025 |
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Ep.53 Spring Awakening: How to Refresh Your Life & Home for a Season of Growth
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Mar 24, 2025 |
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Ep.52 Finding Your Lucky Break: How to Create Your Own Good Fortune in Life & Home
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Mar 18, 2025 |
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Ep.51 Spring Reset: Interview with Sondra Dubas How to Prioritize Your Wellbeing and Bloom This Season
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Mar 10, 2025 |
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Ep.50 A Home That Heals: How to Create a Space That Nurtures & Empowers You
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Mar 04, 2025 |
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Ep.49 Loving Boundaries: How to Honor Yourself & Strengthen Relationships Interview with Christina Solis
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Feb 24, 2025 |
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EP.48 Dream to Destination: Designing Nordic Nest (RiverWest), Fulfilling a Dream & Making a Vacation Home a Reality
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Feb 18, 2025 |
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Ep.47 Shades of Love: How Color Psychology & Romantic Hues Can Create a Home you Cherish
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Feb 11, 2025 |
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Ep.46 Cultivating Confidence: How to Take the Next Step Toward Your Dream Life
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Feb 04, 2025 |
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Ep.45 The Power of Rest: Why Slowing Down is Key to Your Self-Improvement Journey
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Jan 28, 2025 |
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Ep.44 My Designer Secrets to Solving the Most Common Home Design Struggles
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Jan 21, 2025 |
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Ep.43 Decorating with Warm Whites and Earthy Tones: Terracotta, Mocha, and Green
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Jan 14, 2025 |
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BONUS: COUNTRY PROUD LIVING TURNS ONE: Reflecting, Growing, and Giving Back!
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Jan 12, 2025 |
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Ep.42 Closet Detox Bootcamp: Tina Schwahn's Stylist Secrets to Curating a Wardrobe That Fits Your Life Now
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Jan 05, 2025 |
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Ep.41 Simplify for Success: Letting Go to Embrace What Matters in 2025
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Dec 31, 2024 |
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Ep.40 Seeds of Strength: Empower Your Life with Angie Bergen's Daily Affirmations Interview
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Dec 24, 2024 |
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Ep.39: Post-Holiday Home Refresh – A Room-by-Room Guide to a Fresh Start
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Dec 17, 2024 |
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Ep.38 Holiday Design Made Simple: Creating a Warm & Inviting Home This December
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Dec 10, 2024 |
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Ep.37 Follow your [Barn] Star: Embrace Your Dreams Pursue Your Passion Fearlessly
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Dec 06, 2024 |
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BONUS: Celebrating Local Artistry: A Conversation with Teri of Bloom In Art Studio, How Shopping Small Brings Joy & Connection
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Dec 02, 2024 |
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Ep.36 Finding Peace in the Present: Embracing Gratitude to Thrive this Thanksgiving
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Nov 28, 2024 |
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BONUS: Celebrating Local Artistry: A Conversation with Natalia of Dock 5 The Joy of Supporting Local Businesses
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Nov 25, 2024 |
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Ep.35 The Mentors Who Transformed My Path: Lessons in Success and Growth
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Nov 18, 2024 |
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Ep.34 Bring Cozy Hygge Vibes to Your Home: Simple Ways to Create Warmth and Comfort
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Nov 05, 2024 |
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Ep.33 Timeless Design Trends: My Favorite Styles That Never Go Out of Fashion
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Nov 05, 2024 |
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Ep.32 Unlock Hidden Time: Boost Your Productivity Before 2025 Hits!
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Oct 29, 2024 |
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Ep.31 Set Goals Now, Reap Success in 2025: The Power of Early Planning!
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Oct 21, 2024 |
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Ep.30 Designing for the Long Haul: How the 5x5 Rule Can Transform Your Home and Life!
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Oct 14, 2024 |
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Ep.29 Harvesting Growth: How Stepping Outside Your Comfort Zone Leads to a Fuller Life
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Oct 07, 2024 |
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BONUS Behind the Scenes: Country Proud Living, Nine Months In
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Oct 01, 2024 |
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Ep.28: Life-Changing Spaces – How Your Home Design Affects Your Well-Being
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Oct 01, 2024 |
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Ep. 27: Fresh & Innovative Design Ideas to Revamp Your Space This Season
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Sep 19, 2024 |
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Ep. 26: Salt Looks Like Sugar – How to Spot the Difference & Protect Your Energy
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Sep 10, 2024 |
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Ep. 25: My Go-To Mantra for Getting Things Done & Staying Motivated
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Sep 02, 2024 |
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Ep. 24: The #1 Character Trait That Sets You Up for Success
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Aug 27, 2024 |
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Ep. 23: How to Create a Home That Boosts Happiness & Well-Being
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Aug 07, 2024 |
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Ep. 22: 3 Easy & Affordable Ways to Boost Your Home’s Curb Appeal
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Jul 26, 2024 |
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Ep. 21: The Instant Life Upgrade – Letting Go of Grudges for More Joy & Peace
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Jul 10, 2024 |
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BONUS: Behind the Scenes: Country Proud Living, Six Months In
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Jul 10, 2024 |
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Ep. 20: Emotional Intelligence, 11 signs you lack EQ & 7 Habits to improve your EQ!
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Jul 10, 2024 |
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Ep.19 Benefits of Flowers in Your Home: Feeds Compassion & Lowers Anxiety-Worries
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Jun 02, 2024 |
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Ep.18 A heartfelt thank you to all who have served, Spirit of Generosity!
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May 27, 2024 |
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Ep. 17: Small Shifts, Big Impact – How Habit Stacking Transforms Your Life
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May 08, 2024 |
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BONUS Behind the Scenes: Country Proud Living, Three Months In
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Apr 24, 2024 |
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Ep. 16: Grow Into Your Best Self – A Journey to Reach Your Highest Potential
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Apr 24, 2024 |
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Ep.15 Interview with Steve Uter of Merryville Farm: Life on a Dairy Farm
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Apr 16, 2024 |
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Ep.14: Finding Joy & Purpose – How to Pursue Your Ideas with Confidence
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Apr 10, 2024 |
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Ep.13: Love, Family & Boundaries – Creating Healthy & Fulfilling Relationships
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Apr 02, 2024 |
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Ep.12: Shine Your Light – How to Stay Golden & Embrace Your Unique Glow
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Mar 26, 2024 |
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Ep.11: Spring Color Trends & B2B Interior Design Tips for a Fresh New Season
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Mar 19, 2024 |
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Ep.10: Trust the Timing of Your Life – Master Your Day with Ease & Purpose
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Mar 12, 2024 |
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Ep.9 Interview with Carol Sideen: Minnesota's State Photograph GRACE and it's History.
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Mar 05, 2024 |
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Ep.8: Take the Leap & Land Softly – What Are You Jumping Toward This Leap Year?
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Feb 27, 2024 |
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Ep.7 The Power of Connection: Building Meaningful Friendships & Finding Everyday Glimmers
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Feb 20, 2024 |
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BONUS Behind the Scenes: 1st Month Country Proud Living
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Feb 18, 2024 |
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Ep.6 Interview with Homespun Podcast host Kathryn Garland: Create the Life you Crave
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Feb 12, 2024 |
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Ep.5 3 Quick & Powerful Ways to Boost Motivation: For your home and for yourself!
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Feb 05, 2024 |
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Ep.4: Cultivate the Good – How to Grow Positivity & Purpose in Your Life
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Jan 22, 2024 |
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Ep.3: How to Empower Yourself & Create the Life You Imagine
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Jan 21, 2024 |
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BONUS: Behind the Scenes: Country Proud Living
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Jan 15, 2024 |
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Ep.2: The True Meaning of Nurture & How It Transforms Your Life
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Jan 12, 2024 |
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Ep.1 Welcome to Country Proud Living! My Story, Pivoting, & New Beginnings
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Jan 12, 2024 |
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Country Proud Living Trailer
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Nov 09, 2023 |