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The Work Happiness Method (with Stella Grizont)

29 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are you struggling to find purpose, passion, and joy at work? Christine talks to Stella Grizont about inner skills, finding agency, navigating uncerta...

Mini Edit: February Micro Delights

26 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Christine shares 5 micro delights from February. For links, visit the show notes. The Mini Edit is a short-form series from Edit Your Life, where host...

Mini Edit: 4 Book Recommendations

19 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Christine shares four fantastic books she couldn’t put down. The Mini Edit is a short-form series from Edit Your Life, where host Christine Koh answ...

Finding Connection + Community Through Creativity (with Dan Blank)

15 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

How do we get over fear and center our creative interests? Christine talks to Dan Blank about working through negative narratives, moving past fear, t...

Mini Edit: A Quick “Ugly Funk” Tactic

12 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Christine shares a quick tactic to deal with “ugly funks.” RELATED EPISODES: Lessons From A Month Of Radical Rest Tips for Gentle Entry Into the...

Real-Life Meal Planning Tips (with Jane Maynard)

08 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Meal planning need not be onerous. Christine chats with Jane Maynard about her holistic view of meal planning and integrating it into real life, pract...

Mini Edit: My Recipe Binder System

05 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Christine shares her magical recipe binder system. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Positive + Proactive Budgeting Tips (with Allison Baggerly)

01 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Struggling with confidence and guilt about finances? Christine welcomes Allison Baggerly for a compassionate, proactive conversation about money. They...

Mini Edit: January Micro Delights

29 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Christine shares 5 micro delights from January. The Mini Edit is a short-form series from Edit Your Life, where host Christine Koh answers your questi...

Lessons From A Month Of Radical Rest

25 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Christine shares seven lessons from a month of radical rest, which are relevant whether you have 15 minutes or a longer stretch.  LINKS/RELATED EPISO...

Mini Edit: How to Build A Charcuterie Board

22 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Christine answers a listener question about how to create charcuterie boards. The Mini Edit is a short-form series from Edit Your Life, where host Chr...

How To Improve Partner Communication (with Jonathan Baxter, LMHC)

18 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In response to a vulnerable listener letter, Jonathan Baxter, LMHC, addresses gender roles, power, accountability, humility, communication tactics, tr...

Mini Edit: 3 Quick “While You Wait” Exercises

15 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Christine shares three micro exercises that she opts for in lieu of scrolling. For links and related episodes, visit the show notes. The Mini Edit is ...

Centering Yourself in the Sandwich Generation (with Asha Dornfest)

11 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Christine welcomes Asha Dornfest back for a conversation about finding the space to center yourself amidst the energy and time spent caregiving in the...

Mini Edit: How To Fit Reading Into Your Day

08 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Christine answers a listener question about how to fit reading into your day beyond pre-bedtime reading and commuting. RELATED EPISODES (for additiona...

Tips for Gentle Entry Into the New Year

04 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Christine shares a reflective piece on radical rest + seven tips for gentle entry into the new year related to time, relationships, wellness, and more...

2023 Year in Review

21 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Christine looks back on 2023 and reports out on top downloads by country and state, as well as the episodes that resonated most deeply with listeners ...

Mini Edit: December Micro Delights

18 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Christine shares 5 micro delights from December. Visit the show notes for resources. The Mini Edit is a short-form series from Edit Your Life, where ...

Creating Simple Holiday Rituals

14 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Sometimes the simplest rituals can be the most meaningful and magical. Christine and Asha share 10 ideas for experimenting with new and embracing exis...

Mini Edit: Simple Dog Routines + Systems

11 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Christine answers a listener's question about streamlined routines and systems for dog ownership. The Mini Edit is a short-form series from Edit Your ...

Reducing Guilt Around Holiday Gatherings

07 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Humans are complicated, which means holiday gatherings can be complicated. Christine and Asha share 9 tips for reducing guilt around holiday gathering...

Mini Edit: Tips for Getting Outside in Inclement Weather

04 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Christine answers a listener's question about getting outside as the weather gets colder and wetter. LINKS/RELATED EPISODES: Mini Edit: Identifying T...

Tips for Mindful Holiday Gift Giving

30 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Overwhelmed by the holiday consumer chaos? You can do things a different way. Christine and Asha share tips for relaxing the frenzy around holiday gif...

Mini Edit: November Micro Delights

27 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Christine shares 5 micro delights from November. RELATED EPISODES (for additional links, visit the show notes): A New Beginning Mini Edit: How To Us...

Mini Edit: 5 Micro Wellness Tweaks

20 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Christine shares 5 micro wellness tweaks following an escape to the desert. LINKS/RELATED EPISODES: Why Self-Care Is Hard + How To Make It Happen S...

Gratitude in the Hard Seasons, Part 2 (with KC Davis, LPC)

16 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Hard seasons are ever present. In a pair of conversations on Struggle Care and Edit Your Life, KC Davis and Christine Koh talk about reframing perspec...

Mini Edit: Pie Tips & Recommendations

13 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Christine shares pie tips and recommendations from three Thanksgivings of only making pie! Send your questions to Christine at edityourlifeshow@gmail....

Tips for Simplifying Thanksgiving

09 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Thanksgiving feels like it ought to be simple—gratitude, togetherness, food—but it gets complicated. In this throwback episode, Christine and Asha...

Mini Edit: Favorite Foods to Prep & Freeze

06 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Christine shares about her favorite foods to prep and freeze. Send your questions to Christine at [email protected] or DM or comment on a pos...

Preparing For The Empty Nest (with Meagan Francis)

02 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The empty nest can feel like it comes on suddenly, despite the fact that it takes many years. Christine chats with Meagan Francis about supporting kid...

Mini Edit: October Micro Delights

30 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Christine shares five micro delights from October. Send your questions to Christine at [email protected] or DM or comment on a post on Facebo...

How To Help Teens Thrive (with Dr. Ken Ginsburg)

26 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

How do we best support teens in their development? Christine talks to Dr. Ken Ginsburg about flipping the script on raising teens, supporting teens in...

Mini Edit: Taming Reusable Container Clutter

23 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Christine shares about the process she developed to finally tame reusable container clutter. Send your questions to Christine at edityourlifeshow@gmai...

Pursuing A Life of Good Work (with Danielle Coke Balfour)

19 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

How can we show up to do good work while respecting the many complex dimensions of our humanity? Christine talks with artist, activist, and author Dan...

Mini Edit: The Magic of Kitchen Batch Prepping

16 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Christine shares about the magic of kitchen batch prepping. Send your questions to Christine at [email protected] or DM or comment on a post ...

Mini Edit: My 13-Week Calendar System

09 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Christine shares about how poster board changed her calendaring life. Send your questions to Christine at [email protected] or DM or comment ...

How To Talk To Kids About Anything (with Robyn Silverman, PhD)

05 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Do you struggle with conversations with your kids? Christine chats with author and podcaster Dr. Robyn Silverman about key communication tips, identit...

Mini Edit: How To Get Kids Functional In the Kitchen

02 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Christine shares 7 tips for how to get kids functional in the kitchen. Send your questions to Christine at [email protected] or DM or comment...

The 30-50% Decluttering Target Report

28 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Are you ready for a satisfying approach to micro decluttering? Christine shares the results of her experiment testing out a 30-50% decluttering target...

Mini Edit: Puzzle Tips & Recommendations

25 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Christine responds to a listener question about puzzle sourcing, materials, and approach. Send your questions to Christine at edityourlifeshow@gmail....

Organized Living Solutions (with Shira Gill)

21 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Why is it important for your home to be a living, breathing reflection of you and your values? Christine chats with Shira Gill—a bestselling author,...

Mini Edit: Minimalist Packing Tips

18 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Christine shares her top minimalist packing tips. Send your questions to Christine at [email protected] or DM or comment on a post on Faceboo...

Editing Out Extracurricular Pressure

14 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

How do you go against the tide of overscheduling or extracurricular expectations? In a conversation from the closed archive, Christine and Asha talk a...

Mini Edit: How To Be A Good Human Being on the Sidelines

11 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Christine shares tips for being a good supporter on the sidelines of kids sporting events. Send your questions to Christine at edityourlifeshow@gmail....

Growing Up In Public (with Devorah Heitner, PhD)

07 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

How do we best help kids navigate growing up in public, especially if parents and caregivers have overstepped on privacy issues? Christine talks with ...

Fall Edits (+ A New Decluttering Target)

24 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

After a couple of months deep in the emotional and mental decluttering zone, Christine is ready to tackle her house chaos, with a refined lens on what...

Mini Edit: Trader Joe’s Quick Meal + Snack Favorites

21 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Christine shares her favorites from Trader Joe’s, with a lens towards quick meals and snacks since the fall is often chaotic. Send your questions to...

Work From Home Productivity Tips (with Sarah Powers)

17 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

How do you get things done when you are surrounded by a relentless run of household tasks? Christine and Sarah Powers talk about to-do lists, prioriti...

Mini Edit: Easing College Transitions

14 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Christine shares about how she and her college freshman stayed connected through the challenging transition. Send your questions to Christine at edity...

A New Beginning

10 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Recorded from an unprecedented week-long creative and restorative retreat with herself, Christine shares about a recent leap into uncertainty and what...

Mini Edit: School Lunch Life Skills

07 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Christine shares tips on how to get kids in the school lunch making game. Send your questions to Christine at [email protected] or DM or comm...

Prioritizing Joy + Optimism (with Katherine Center)

03 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We all could use more joy in life. Christine chats with best-selling novelist Katherine Center about positive vs. negative valence theory, why priorit...

Mini Edit: Talking To Kids About Death + Afterlife

31 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Christine answers the question, “What do you tell the kids about the afterlife, what happens after you die, etc.” Send your questions to Christine...

Mini Edit: Quick Mood Boost Ideas

24 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Christine answers the listener question, “What are your best quick mood boosts?” Send your questions to Christine at [email protected] or...

Raising Middle Schoolers (with Phyllis Fagell, LCPC)

20 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Middle school isn’t always easy, but it’s also a time where kids can develop superpowers. Christine chats with licensed clinical professional coun...

Mini Edit: Favorite Baking Tools

17 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Christine shares about the baking tools that make her life happier and easier. Send your questions to Christine at [email protected] or DM or...

Untangling Overparenting (with Jessica Lahey)

13 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Figuring out how to step back in a culture of involvement is hard but doable. Christine chats with educator and author Jessica Lahey about letting go ...

Mini Edit: Identifying The Best Time To Exercise

10 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Christine addresses a question from a listener about when to prioritize movement during the day. Send your questions to Christine at edityourlifeshow@...

Cultivating Hobbies + Interests

06 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Prioritizing curiosity and learning through everyday interests is powerful. Christine asked her community “What hobbies/passion projects light you u...

Mini Edit: Embracing Role Shifts

26 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

At the request of a listener/reader, Christine shares an essay about embracing changing roles with your kids as they grow. Send your questions to Chri...

Learning To Compromise Well (with Jonathan Baxter, LMHC)

22 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Compromise doesn’t mean giving in or giving up. Christine talks with Jonathan Baxter, LMHC, about how to identify what kind of compromiser you are, ...

Mini Edit: Three Books For Your Booklist

19 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In honor of Juneteenth, Christine shares three incredible books for your booklist. Send your questions to Christine at [email protected] or D...

Summer of Small Delights

15 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We all deserve a life that involves more joy and ease. Christine shares how she will be reorienting, calibrating, and crafting her personal and work l...

Mini Edit: Favorite Baking Soda Hacks

12 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

As we move into the season of stink, Christine shares about her favorite uses for baking soda. Send your questions to Christine at edityourlifeshow@gm...

Raising Teenagers (with Mary Dell Harrington)

08 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Parents often think that once kids become teenagers and are more independent, they need you less, but they actually need you more than ever. Christine...

Mini Edit: My Simple Holistic Wellness Tracker

05 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Christine shares about the new holistic wellness tracker she developed and has been using with great delight since mid-April. Send your questions to C...

Finding Adult Friendships + Community (with Melody Warnick)

01 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

How do you forge new relationships amidst life shifts? Christine chats with author Melody Warnick about place attachment, how to align your location t...

Making Space for Passion Projects

25 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

How do you make space for passion projects, especially when there isn’t a monetary goal or your partner isn’t supportive of your endeavors? Christ...

Mini Edit: Favorite Family Games

22 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Christine answers the question, “What are your favorite family games?” Send your questions to Christine at [email protected] or DM or com...

How To Deal With Difficult People (with Kristen Howerton, MFT)

18 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Because we live among people, it’s inevitable that some of them will be difficult. Christine talks with therapist Kristen Howerton about how to hand...

Mini Edit: How To Handle Food Allergies

15 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Christine answers the question, “How do you handle food allergies with kids, navigating school functions, birthday parties, and other situations?”...

Advocating For Your Needs At Work (with Leslie Forde)

11 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The workplace has changed a lot over the last few years. It’s also become more complicated given that work and home life is more blended than ever. ...

Mini Edit: Finding New Books To Read

08 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Christine answers the question, “How do you get out of a book rut or find your next book?” LINKS/RELATED EPISODES: Christine’s essay Making a c...

The Power of Expressing Gratitude (with Nancy Davis Kho)

04 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Gratitude has the power to heal and delight. Christine talks with Nancy Davis Kho, author of The Thank-You Project: Cultivating Happiness One Letter o...

Mini Edit: Simple Skincare Routines

01 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Christine answers the question, “What is your skincare routine?” For the links to the products Christine talks about, head to the show notes. The ...

Tackling Dreaded or Mundane Tasks

27 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

There is just so much minutia in life. Christine talks about how she tackles dreaded or mundane tasks with intention and an efficiency lens, so she ca...

Mini Edit: How To Use Todoist

24 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Christine answers the question, “How do you use Todoist?” LINKS/RELATED EPISODES: Todoist productivity app Simple Friendship Reboot Tactics Pe...

Guilt-Free Decluttering (with Tracy McCubbin)

20 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Decluttering often feels overwhelming, but it can be simple, especially when you address your emotional blocks. Christine and professional declutter T...

Mini Edit: Handling College Admissions Feelings

17 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Christine answers the question, “How do I handle all of the feelings around college results?” LINKS/RELATED EPISODES: Christine’s Substack essa...

Finding Your Fringe Hours (with Jessica Turner)

13 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

When you claim space and time in your life, you have an opportunity to use that space to beautiful effect. Christine talks with author and digital con...

Mini Edit: Gluten-Free Favorites

10 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Christine answers the question, “Can you share ideas for gluten-free mealtime options?” LINKS/RELATED EPISODES: Weekend Food Prep Winter Comfor...

The Power of Cognitive Reframing

06 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Shifting your perspective is powerful. Inspired by a listener’s letter about the power of pivoting, Christine shares about her journey with cognitiv...

Mini Edit: How To Handle Chores

03 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Christine answers the question, “How do you handle chores?” LINKS/RELATED EPISODES: How To Get Kids To Do Chores How to Teach Kids Life Skills ...

Letting Go of the Hero Role

30 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We all need reminders that we don’t need to do it all. Inspired by a listener's voice memo about the power of creating intentional pauses in life an...

Mini Edit: Toxic Friendships

27 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Christine answers the question, “How do you move on from a toxic friendship?” LINKS/RELATED EPISODES: Reviving & Rethinking Friendships  Simpl...

Identifying Your Values

23 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The reason it’s important to think about and articulate your values is that they will help you edit your life. Christine shares about her key values...

Mini Edit: DIY Fire Starters

20 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Christine answers the question, “How do you make homemade fire starters?” LINKS/RELATED EPISODES: 100% cotton makeup pads Soy wax The Mini Edi...

Managing Anxiety with Self-Awareness & Compassion (with Morra Aarons-Mele)

16 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

How do you find traction and move forward in the face of anxiety? Christine chats with award-winning speaker, author (including the new book, “The A...

Mini Edit: Beginning Sex Ed Conversations

13 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Christine answers the question, “What are the first sex ed conversations I should have with my kid?” LINKS/RELATED EPISODES: Simple + Compassion...

Favorite Things Right Now

09 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Christine shares about her current favorite things spanning home, entertainment, work, beauty, and apparel. She also talks about a new short-form Edit...

Mini Edit: Movement Routine Reboot

06 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Christine answers the question, “How do you recommend getting back into a movement routine?” LINKS/RELATED EPISODES: Embracing Micro Goals Why S...

Thriving In Midlife (with Lizzie Bermudez)

02 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

There’s a lot of grousing about midlife AND there are many gifts this stretch of life brings. Christine talks with Lizzie Bermudez, an Emmy winning ...

Simple + Compassionate Parenting Tactics (with Dr. Tina Payne Bryson)

23 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The days are long but the years are short. And the stress and pressures in everyday parenting seem greater than ever. Christine talks with mom of thre...

Winter Comfort Foods & Beverages

16 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What foods and beverages bring you comfort and delight during the cold winter months? Christine shares about her seasonal intake patterns, preferred b...

How To Prioritize Romance & Connection (with Thien-Kim Lam)

09 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Prioritizing connection time is important all year round, but it can be a challenge amidst the busyness of everyday life. Christine chats with author ...

Living with Authenticity + Compassion (with Rebecca Woolf)

02 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Giving another person the safety to express themselves limitlessly and honestly is a gift. Christine chats with writer and mom of four Rebecca Woolf a...

Simple Friendship Reboot Tactics

26 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Friendships are wonderful and necessary, and can be a source of stickiness and conflict. Christine details her historical issues around friendships, h...

Healing Through Expression (with Kristen Mei Chase)

19 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We all need to heal, and healing can come through many forms of expression. Christine chats with former creative arts therapist and writer Kristen Mei...

The Power of Curiosity (with Rachel Koh)

12 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Curiosity can be healing and it is important to disrupt the narrative that you are too busy, old, etc., to consider trying new things that could bring...

Embracing Micro Goals

05 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Setting high bars and aggressive goals can be paralyzing. Enter, micro goals. Christine talks about the power of focusing on the small things that may...