Life Simplified

Sometimes life is messy. Have you ever wished you could refocus your mind, home, relationships, and work life? Join us as we use research based information to make practical changes and simplify life. We are Family & Consumer Sciences Agents with the University of Kentucky Cooperative Extension Service. Contact us at lifesimplifiedpodcast@gmail.com

Episodes

Mar 4, 2025

33 min

March is all about movement!  In this episode, we're discussing the three types of physical activity, the benefits of physical activity, and a fun challenge to get you started with a new routine.
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Learn more about physical activity:
Move Your Way
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Mar 4, 2025

33 min

Feb 25, 2025

28 min

  In this episode, learn tips to fight against brain fog and fatigue.
Learn More: 
Cleveland Clinic: Fatigue
Cleveland Clinic: Brain Fog
6 Ways to Clear Up Brain Fog
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Feb 25, 2025

28 min

Feb 18, 2025

42 min

In this this episodes, we're fighting the freeze by trying to stop Freezing Out Friends.
Learn More:
5 Ways to Create Meaningful Connections
A Sunfish got Lonely when it's Aquarium Closed for Renovations
How Can Social Connection Help Kids and Teens Feel Less Lonely
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Feb 18, 2025

42 min

Feb 11, 2025

32 min

In this episode, we're "fighting the freeze" by Defrosting Your Energy: Escaping the Burnout Cycle.  We're talking about how to recognize the signs of burnout, prevent burnout, and recover from burnout.
Learn More:
Illinois Extension
Mental Health America
Michigan State University
Life Simplified: Setting Healthy Boundaries S1E17
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Feb 11, 2025

32 min

Feb 4, 2025

31 min

We're "fighting the freeze" this month!  In this episode we talk about thawing our new year's resolution and setting goals that are achievable. 
For More Information: 
Baylor College of Medicine
Ohio State University
Pew Research Center
Perdue University
University of New Mexico
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Feb 4, 2025

31 min

Jan 28, 2025

26 min

We're talking about paying off debt using the snowball and avalanche methods.
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More Information:
Moneywise: Paying Off Debt
Consumer Finance: How to Reduce Your Debt

Jan 28, 2025

26 min

Jan 21, 2025

38 min

In this episode, we take a deeper dive into the concept of allowance and other ways to teach children about money.  
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Learn More:
Moneywise:  Allowance--A Life Skill Builder
Moneywise: Bank Accounts for Kids--Learning Finance by Doing
Moneywise: Teaching Kids About Money
Moneywise: Communicating with your Children About Money
Teaching Children About Money Now Pays Dividends Later--FDIC
Consumer Finance: Money as you Grow
Positive Parenting Solutions
Ramsey Solutions
Moneyfit
360 Degrees of Financial Literacy

Jan 21, 2025

38 min

Jan 14, 2025

15 min

We're back for a new season!  In this episode, we give you a life update and discuss our goals for 2025.
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Jan 14, 2025

15 min

Jan 7, 2025

22 min

Welcome to Season 3!  This month, we're diving into a variety of financial topics based on a UK Cooperative Extension Moneywise Newsletter.  This episode, we're discussing the basics of investing.
For more information:
Investing Basics: Making Your Money Work for You
Guide to Savings
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Jan 7, 2025

22 min

Dec 24, 2024

37 min

We're throwing it back to February 2024 with Love Doesn't Cost a Thing.
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Dec 24, 2024

37 min

 

 

 

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