In this episode of The Make Room Show, Jennifer welcomes Logan Barone, a best-selling author and spiritual life coach known for his transformative book, The Mystery in You. Logan’s journey from traditional Christian ministry to a profound spiritual awakening has inspired him to help others pursue authentic connection to their inner Divine. Together, Jennifer and Logan dive deep into personal stories and practical insights, exploring topics like breaking free from rigid religious expectations, cultivating a direct experience of God through meditation, and learning to manifest a life aligned with purpose and love.

Logan shares his struggles with losing community as he questioned traditional beliefs, the healing and clarity he found in contemplative practices, and how he’s now helping others navigate their own spiritual paths. This conversation is a guide to finding spiritual fulfillment and discovering the Divine within, offering listeners a blend of guidance, inspiration, and practical steps for deepening their faith.

Top 10 Talking Points

1. Logan Barone’s Journey from Ministry to Mysticism: Logan’s personal story of moving from structured ministry to embracing a more mystical spirituality.

2. Navigating Questions of Faith and Identity: Discussing the importance of questioning traditional beliefs to find a more personal spiritual path.

3. Integrating Mysticism into Everyday Faith: How mystical experiences and the teachings of Christian mystics can deepen spiritual practices.

4. The Role of Meditation in Spiritual Growth: Tips and techniques for using meditation to quiet the mind and experience Divine connection.

5. Manifesting a Life Aligned with the Divine: Understanding how gratitude, detachment, and love shape successful manifestation practices.

6. The Impact of Letting Go: Why surrendering personal control is key to finding peace and experiencing oneness with God.

7. Maintaining Spiritual Practices Amid Daily Life: Practical ways to fit meditation, nature time, and reflection into a busy lifestyle.

8. Embodying Divine Love: The importance of seeing spirituality as love, service, and connection to others.

9. Balancing Knowledge and Experience: Why combining spiritual study with contemplative practices can lead to transformative insights.

10. The Role of Gratitude in Manifestation: Learning to live in gratitude as if your desires are already reality to create alignment with Divine energy.

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Siggy Flicker is a relationship expert, matchmaker, television personality and author of Write Your Own Fairy Tale: The New Rules for Dating, Relationships, and Finding Love On Your Terms

* Siggy gives us the inside scoop about the Real Housewives of New Jersey:

* Siggy chats about her friendship with her BFF Delores.

* What is it really like being on RHONJ?

* Who does Siggy think is the best housewife in history???

* Why you should think twice before coming at Siggy sideways.

* The hardest part of filming the show.

* How does Siggy maintain her authenticity in the middle of the show’s drama.

* The demise of Jacqueline and Teresa.

* The real reason there is so much drama on any Housewives show!

* Parenting:

* Organization and what it means to Siggy.

* Being a tough parent.

* Parenting teenagers.

* “Siggyisms” I love the one liners that Siggy says to her kids to remind them who is the boss in the house!

* Relationships:

* How she handles her relationship with her ex husband Mark.

* How to stop living in fear.

* Why a man should love a woman a little bit more then she loves him.

* The difference between loving someone and being “in love” with them.

* If you have been divorced this is what you should look for the second time.

* What to do in your marriage when things get stale.

Remember in the podcast when Siggy mentions how organize her home is…here is the proof in her personal home tour (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wMVMEGuXmrA). Well done Siggy! Thumbs up on organization!

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In this emotionally charged episode, Dr. Anna Harrelson joins host Jennifer Ford Berry on The Make Room Show to share her first-hand experience with the devastation caused by Hurricane Helene. Dr. Harrelson, a North Carolina-based physician and co-owner of We Trade Consignment, describes how her community in Asheville, NC, faced unprecedented flooding, widespread destruction, and the heartbreaking loss of life. Together, Jennifer and Anna discuss the challenges of surviving in the hurricane’s aftermath, from coping with immediate needs like clean water and shelter to rebuilding infrastructure and mental resilience in a heavily impacted region. Dr. Harrelson also highlights her nonprofit, Chances for Children Carolinas, which she mobilized to help families affected by the disaster by providing essential support. As they delve into the significance of community response, Jennifer and Anna urge listeners to consider ways they can help, either by donating or supporting local communities affected by disasters. Dr. Harrelson also shares actionable tips on preparedness, including essential items like generators, water storage, and food supplies, emphasizing the importance of being ready for unforeseen natural events. Key Talking Points • Hurricane Helene’s Impact on Asheville: How this unprecedented hurricane devastated Western North Carolina, taking lives and destroying local infrastructure. • Experience of the Flood: Personal anecdotes of survival and loss, including stories of friends and neighbors who lost their lives or homes. • Community Response and Mobilization: How Anna’s nonprofit transformed to provide emergency relief, serving meals, and organizing supply distribution. • The "Disaster within a Disaster": The unintended challenges of handling unsolicited donations and expired goods that take time away from actual recovery work. • Lessons in Preparedness: Essential items everyone should have on hand, such as generators, stored water, solar-powered chargers, and non-perishable food. • Unique Holiday Season Needs: Encouraging listeners to donate only high-quality, essential winter items to provide dignity and joy to families facing a difficult season. • Emotional Impact on Children: The profound effects of displacement, grief, and lost school connections on children in the community. • Ways to Support the Cause: Opportunities to donate through Chances for Children Carolinas to directly help families, and the importance of thoughtful, appropriate donations. • Resilience and Community Strength: How Western North Carolina’s community bond is essential in times of crisis and a model for collaborative support. --

Dr. Jaime Kulaga is a licensed mental health counselor, certified professional coach and inspirational speaker, she has dedicated her life to helping women find balance and live their utmost fulfilled life. She specializes in individual life coaching, corporate business coaching and couples counseling. She is frequently featured in several of the Nation’s leading media outlets for her expertise – including Forbes (http://forbes.com/), Maria Shriver’s blog, Glamour, Self, and Prevention magazines.

Dr. Jaime is also the author of: The SuperWoman’s Guide to Super Fulfillment: Step-by-Step Strategies to Create Work-Life Balance. (http://amzn.to/2iEU0Mc)

As someone who said “yes” to the point of nervous breakdowns and secret cry sessions in the bathroom, she knows the joy found in freedom and seeks to help women around the world achieve their unique balance, make bold decisions, steer the course of their own lives and find deep-seated, super fulfillment!

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* Juggling a career, relationship, family, housework, grocery shopping, planning, and paying the bills is not easy. And doing all of this while trying to find balance, care for our families and for ourselves takes a conscience effort….Dr. Jaime’s book: The SuperWoman’s Guide to Super Fulfillment was intended to help us do that.

* She actually says that it will help us get our life back on track by covering 6 main areas

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Certified Professional Organizer and host of the Make Room Show, Jennifer Ford Berry, shares how you can make the most of your everyday wardrobe by doing a season swap. Here is the system she uses with her clients and in her home.

In this podcast Life’s Organization Expert, Jennifer Ford Berry discusses the stuff in our homes that truly matters, even after we have left this earth. She also shares her very personal story of helping people she loves to move out of their homes. This podcast may literally be life-changing for many of you. It contains hard lessons that Jennifer has learned throughout the years of organizing homes. She discusses the following:

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In this exciting comeback episode of Make Room, Jennifer Ford Berry opens up about her life-changing journey after a serious car accident forced her to pause and refocus. She shares how this time of healing led to a spiritual rebirth, stepping away from traditional church settings to rediscover a deeper, more personal connection with God.

Jennifer also reflects on the emotional highs and lows of becoming an “open nester,” a summer filled with family adventures, a new real estate venture, and the devastation of hurricanes close to home. As she prepares for her 50th birthday, she invites you to join her in this new season of personal growth and self-care.

Get ready to feel inspired and motivated—this is the perfect episode to kickstart your own journey to making room for what matters most!

Talking points:

1. Self-care is non-negotiable: Jennifer stresses how her accident forced her to slow down and practice "extreme self-care" for mental and physical recovery.
2. Navigating transitions: Whether it's an "open nest" or personal setbacks, embracing life changes with patience and reflection is key to growth.
3. Spiritual exploration: Reconnecting with spirituality in a way that resonates personally rather than strictly adhering to organized religion can lead to deeper fulfillment.
4. Habit tracking for personal growth: Jennifer shares practical tips for forming new habits, including the use of the Habit Share app to stay accountable.
5. Embracing new seasons: Rather than resisting life transitions, see them as opportunities to reassess priorities and pursue what brings you joy and peace.
6. Accountability and community: Sharing goals and progress with friends or loved ones can help keep you motivated and connected during challenging times.
7. Faith beyond structures: Personal faith doesn't need to conform to traditional settings or religious institutions; it's about finding what speaks to your soul.
8. Learning from adversity: Whether it's through physical challenges or emotional shifts, adversity often presents opportunities for deeper personal growth.

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About your host, Jennifer Ford Berry: Jennifer is the host of the Make Room podcast and the founder of the⁠ Created Order Neighborhood⁠, an online community of women who want to live a life of order and purpose. She is the author of five books, including the Organize Now! series and her latest, Make Room. Jennifer was previously the regular organizing expert on the TV show Winging It, Buffalo Style. , and has appeared as a guest expert on several television and radio shows and in national magazines and newspapers. Jennifer lives in western New York with her husband and two children. She works both hands-on and virtually with her clients to help them eliminate clutter and live their dreams.

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Super special guest podcast episode this week! In this enlightening episode of "Got Clutter? Get Organized," host Janet M. Taylor engages in a riveting conversation with Jennifer Ford Berry. Jennifer shares her journey from a corporate career to becoming a professional organizer, sparked by the events of 9/11 and her desire for a more meaningful and flexible life as a new mother. She emphasizes the importance of aligning one’s life with personal values and priorities, rather than succumbing to societal pressures and materialism.

Jennifer discusses strategies for creating harmony in work, family, and personal life, highlighting the significance of setting boundaries, time blocking, and prioritizing tasks. She advocates for a minimalist approach, urging listeners to declutter their lives and focus on what truly matters. This episode is particularly beneficial for busy professionals, parents, and anyone feeling overwhelmed by the demands of daily life. Listeners will gain insights into creating a balanced and organized life by prioritizing what truly matters and letting go of unnecessary distractions.

Talking Points:

1. Prioritization: Clearly define what is important in your life and prioritize those things. This helps in making intentional decisions about time and resources.
2. Time Blocking: Allocate specific blocks of time for different tasks and stick to them. This helps in maintaining focus and productivity.
3. Boundaries: Establish and maintain boundaries to protect your time and energy. This includes saying no to unnecessary commitments and turning off distractions.
4. Minimalism: Adopt a minimalist mindset by reducing physical and mental clutter. Keep only those things that add value to your life.
5. Intentional Living: Make conscious choices about how you spend your time and what you allow into your life. This leads to a more fulfilling and harmonious existence.
6. Self-Care: Prioritize self-care and personal time to ensure you are at your best for your family and work.
7. Adaptability: Be flexible and willing to adjust your plans as needed to maintain harmony and balance.
8. Mindful Consumption: Be aware of the marketing tactics that promote unnecessary consumption and resist the urge to buy things that do not serve your priorities.
9. Decluttering: Regularly declutter your physical space to create a more organized and serene environment.
10. Continuous Improvement: Constantly evaluate and refine your systems and routines to better align with your evolving goals and priorities.

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"For the past 28 years, I have been assisting clients in creating a space that attracts more abundance, love, and happiness in their lives. My expertise includes transforming cluttered rooms into functional and creative spaces, organizing the personal and professional spaces of executives, and downsizing offices."
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