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in Episodes on December 24, 2024 by The Mom Hour

How To Feel Better About Your Home (No Matter What It Looks Like): Episode 497



In a world where influencers and professional photos shape our idea of the “perfect home,” it can be overwhelming to develop our own home style. But what if loving your home isn’t about achieving perfection? Today Joanna Martin sits down with special guest Kelsey Wharton from The Girl Next Door Podcast to discuss embracing the homes we have, letting go of unrealistic ideals, and focusing on creating spaces that reflect who we are—not what we see online. We cover simplifying home decor, finding inspiration without the pressure, and discovering the beauty in the everyday spaces we call home. Join us!

Meagan and Sarah have passed the mic over to our team this holiday break. Enjoy the fantastic, all-new podcast episodes they’ve prepared for you, and we’ll talk to you mid-January!

HELPFUL LINKS:

  • Follow Joanna Martin and Kelsey Wharton on Instagram
  • The Girl Next Door Podcast
  • Average house size article Joanna mentions
  • Studio McGee
  • Kelsey’s Matrimoney Podcast with her husband Chris
  • Your Year to Shine is Kelsey’s 2025 goal-setting workshop
  • Kelsey’s personal blog
  • 9-square cube shelf hack to make backpack cubbies

OTHER HELPFUL LINKS:

  • Visit our website
  • Check out deals from our partners
  • Follow us on Instagram
  • Join our private listener group on Facebook (be sure to answer the membership questions!)
  • Sign up for our newsletter

Filed Under: Episodes Tagged With: home, self, voices

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