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Career HomemakersMastering Healthy EatingIn this episode of the Career Homemaker Podcast, host Kim Griffin discusses practical strategies for maintaining healthy eating habits. She emphasizes the importance of meal preparation, including batch cooking, and shares detailed methods for creating nutritious bowls, soups, and salads. Kim encourages listeners to experiment with flavors and textures while ensuring they incorporate healthy ingredients into their meals. The episode concludes with a reminder that mastering cooking takes time and practice, urging listeners to be patient with themselves.Career Homemaker WebsiteThe Career Homemaker Book2025-05-1311 min
Career HomemakersShort Term Goals Part 2 A Garden AnalogyIn this episode, Kim finishes talking about creating short term goals for the week and how this process is a lot like gardening. Part 2.Career Homemaker WebsiteThe Career Homemaker Book2025-05-0612 min
Career HomemakersShort Term Goals Part 1 A Garden AnalogyIn this episode, Kim talks about creating short term goals for the week and how this process is a lot like gardening. Part 1.Career Homemaker Website2025-04-2916 min
Career HomemakersStresses of being a Homemaker and ways to relieve it.In this episode, Kim talks about the day to day stress of being a homemaker and ways you can relieve it.Career Homemaker Website2025-04-2412 min
Career HomemakersFacing loss through divorce and through death. Guest LauraIn this episode, Kim interviews Laura about profound loss—divorce after her first husband abandoned her and then the death of her second husband. Laura learned so much of God's faithfulness in these different life stages. All in all, God is faithful. Career Homemaker Website2025-03-2619 min
Career HomemakersFacing loss through divorce and through death. Guest LauraIn this episode, Kim interviews Laura about profound loss—divorce after her first husband abandoned her and then the death of her second husband. Laura learned so much of God's faithfulness in these different life stages. All in all, God is faithful. God does not abandon women who lose their husband.Career Homemaker Website2025-03-2619 minCareer HomemakersHaving Autoimmune and maintaining a Housework ScheduleIn this episode, Kim talks about her autoimmune disorder, Hashimotos. She shares how she set up a Gentle Housework Schedule, taking pain, brain fog, and lack of energy into consideration.Email Kim your gentle house schedule or introduce yourself and share your prayer request. Career Homemaker's website 2025-03-2316 min
Career HomemakersHaving Autoimmune and maintaining a Housework ScheduleIn this episode, Kim talks about her autoimmune disorder, Hashimoto's. She shares how she set up a Gentle Housework Schedule, taking pain, brain fog, and lack of energy into consideration.Career Homemaker's website2025-03-2316 min
Career HomemakersWhat Kind of Shopper and Cook are you?In this episode, Kim discusses how a homemaker can have a different mindset when shopping than when she has to cook in the evenings, when she may be tired or rushed.2025-03-0909 minCareer HomemakersWhat kind of shopper and cook are you?In this episode, Kim discusses how a homemaker can have a different mindset when shopping than when she has to cook in the evenings, when she may be tired or rushed. 2025-03-0909 min
Career HomemakersUnderstanding how our Food Journey is a Refining ProcessListen to Career Homemaker's Healthy Homemaker series. In this episode, Kim discusses how our food journey can be a refining process. What has your journey been like, from the way you used to eat to where you are now? It often resembles a child’s bumpy rollercoaster ride—going around and around the same track. There is much more at play than just the food on our plates; there’s so much more involved. Be sure to listen to Career Homemaker's Healthy Homemaker series.Career Homemaker2025-01-2818 minCareer HomemakersUnderstanding how our Food Journey is a Refining ProcessBe a Healthy Homemaker
Listen to Career Homemaker's Healthy Homemaker series. In this episode, Kim discusses how our food journey can be a refining process. What has your journey been like, from the way you used to eat to where you are now? It often resembles a child’s bumpy rollercoaster ride—going around and around the same track. There is much more at play than just the food on our plates; there’s so much more involved. Be sure to listen to Career Homemaker's Healthy Homemaker series.
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2025-01-2818 min
Career HomemakersBeing a Healthy HomemakerIn his episode, Kim shares how the best time to work on your health is when you are healthy. It is much easier to stay healthy than to try to get your health back. When a homemaker is healthy, she can do her job without pain or exhaustion. She can enjoy the little moments in her day.Career Homemakers 2025-01-2118 minCareer HomemakersBeing a Healthy HomemakerIn his episode, Kim shares how the best time to work on your health is when you are healthy. It is much easier to stay healthy than to try to get your health back. When a homemaker is healthy, she can do her job without pain or exhaustion. She can enjoy the little moments in her day.
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Career HomemakersLiving in the Moment and Praying for TodayIn this episode, Kim shares how to Live One Day at a Time. This means focusing on prayer, planning, and living in the present moment. It’s important to make good use of today. What needs to be accomplished? My family needs to eat, have clean clothes, and get to their activities. Live and pray in today with the hope for tomorrow. Exercise your faith while you pray. She also discusses the fires in California and how this has led her to think about today's challenges instead of worrying about tomorrow.You can read this po...2025-01-1511 minCareer HomemakersLiving in the Moment and Praying for TodayIn this episode, Kim shares how to Live One Day at a Time. This means focusing on prayer, planning, and living in the present moment. It’s important to make good use of today. What needs to be accomplished? My family needs to eat, have clean clothes, and get to their activities. Live and pray in today with the hope for tomorrow. Exercise your faith while you pray. She also discusses the fires in California and how this has led her to think about today's challenges instead of worrying about tomorrow.
You can read th...2025-01-1411 min
Career HomemakersExpectations vs. Reality: A Heartfelt ChristmasIn this episode Kim shares a lesson on expectations of Christmas. She prays for her listeners.What is burdening you today concerning the upcoming holiday? What element is it? Is it the people, the list of things to do and gifts to buy, or loneliness?Wherever you are, Jesus is saying the same thing. Come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest. Order her book, Career HomemakerCheck out Careerhomemakers.com for more information about the Podcast.2024-12-1409 minCareer HomemakersExpectations vs. Reality: A Heartfelt ChristmasIn this episode Kim shares a lesson on expectations of Christmas. She prays for her listeners.
What is burdening you today concerning the upcoming holiday? What element is it? Is it the people, the list of things to do and gifts to buy, or loneliness?
Wherever you are, Jesus is saying the same thing. Come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest.
Order her book, Career Homemaker
Check out Careerhomemakers.com for more information about the Podcast.
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Career HomemakersThe Homemaker's Self-CareIn this episode, Kim discusses Homemaker self-care. She discusses a good way to start the day, taking breaks, maintaining friendships, physical health, and taking the long way home. When we take care of ourselves, we can better take care of our families, too.The Career Homemaker bookCareer Homemaker Site2024-12-1020 minCareer HomemakersA Homemaker's Self-CareIn this episode, Kim discusses Homemaker self-care. She discusses a good way to start the day, taking breaks, maintaining friendships, physical health, and taking the long way home. When we take care of ourselves, we can better take care of our families, too.
The Career Homemaker book
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Career HomemakersCoping with Pre Holiday Jitters In this episode, Kim discusses pre-holiday jitters. Are you ready for the mass amounts of activities that accompany the holiday season? Yeah, I’m not either. Let’s talk about what we can do this week to prepare ourselves.The Career Homemaker Book LinkThe Career Homemaker Web Page2024-11-1612 minCareer HomemakersCoping with Pre Holiday Jitters
In this episode, Kim discusses pre-holiday jitters. Are you ready for the mass amounts of activities that accompany the holiday season? Yeah, I’m not either. Let’s talk about what we can do this week to prepare ourselves.
The Career Homemaker Book Link
The Career Homemaker Web Page
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Career HomemakersHow to Show Mercy Through Neighborly ActsIn this episode, Kim shares about being neighborly. Most of us understand the importance of being good neighbors. We relish the opportunity to connect with those living closest to us. When we go out of our way for a neighbor who lives close to us, it is easier to go out of our way to meet the needs of a stranger we meet at a park, store, or on the highway.Kim also read about finances from her new book, The Career Homemaker.Click on this Amazon link to find more info.2024-11-1213 minCareer HomemakersHow to Show Mercy Through Neighborly Acts
In this episode, Kim shares about being neighborly. Most of us understand the importance of being good neighbors. We relish the opportunity to connect with those living closest to us. When we go out of our way for a neighbor who lives close to us, it is easier to go out of our way to meet the needs of a stranger we meet at a park, store, or on the highway.
Kim also read about finances from her new book, The Career Homemaker.
Click on this Amazon link to find more info.
2024-11-1213 min
Christian Readers Community PodcastDiscussing Not Quite Colonel Brandon with Author Kim GriffinIn this episode, we sit down with Kim Griffin, a gifted Christian fiction author, to talk about her newest release, Not Quite Colonel Brandon, the latest installment in her Not Quite series. Known for weaving heartfelt stories with clean romance and deep spiritual insights, Kim opens up about her inspiration behind this novel and the journey that brought her characters to life. We explore the themes that define her work—faith, redemption, and the beauty of God’s love, even in life’s messiest moments. Kim shares how her background as a Bible study leader and women’s ministry worker has shap...2024-11-0821 min
Career HomemakersBalancing Responsibilities: Volunteering, Ministry and Part TimeIn this episode, Kim discusses how volunteering, ministry, or part-time work can affect the Career Homemaker's primary focus on their career. She shares her heartfelt perspectives on how to evaluate whether an opportunity is worth the time taken away from family and home responsibilities. In an era of inflation, where an additional income may seem beneficial, it is important for husbands and wives to agree on any significant changes.Take a look at Kim's new book, The Career Homemaker. It serves as a great companion to this podcast. In the book, Kim explores the role of a...2024-11-0519 minCareer HomemakersBalancing Responsibilities: Volunteering, Ministry and Part Time
In this episode, Kim discusses how volunteering, ministry, or part-time work can affect the Career Homemaker's primary focus on their career. She shares her heartfelt perspectives on how to evaluate whether an opportunity is worth the time taken away from family and home responsibilities. In an era of inflation, where an additional income may seem beneficial, it is important for husbands and wives to agree on any significant changes.
Take a look at Kim's new book, The Career Homemaker. It serves as a great companion to this podcast. In the book, Kim explores the role...2024-11-0519 minCareer HomemakersThe Christian Homemaker's Vote
Welcome to Career Homemakers, where we aim for a productive, creative, and fulfilling career in the home. In today’s episode, Kim covers The Christian Homemaker's Vote.
Kim talks about the Christian homemaker’s vote. I wanted to share some tips on voting to relieve the pressure a little. Some listening to this podcast just brought a baby home from the hospital, or maybe your children have been sick, or let's face it, life with younger children makes it even harder to put food on the table some nights. So, sitting down to research by read...2024-11-0111 min
Career HomemakersThe Christian Homemaker's VoteWelcome to Career Homemakers, where we aim for a productive, creative, and fulfilling career in the home. In today’s episode, Kim covers The Christian Homemaker's Vote. Kim talks about the Christian homemaker’s vote. I wanted to share some tips on voting to relieve the pressure a little. Some listening to this podcast just brought a baby home from the hospital, or maybe your children have been sick, or let's face it, life with younger children makes it even harder to put food on the table some nights. So, sitting down to research by reading and tryi...2024-10-3111 min
The SENDcastZones of Regulation with Kim GriffinWhen it comes to zones of regulation, often they’re not fully understood or correctly used in schools with the assumption that they are good or bad. Kim Griffin joins Dale today to shed light on this misconception! Green = good Red = bad In today’s podcast ‘Zones of regulation’, Kim provides clarity and insights on this important topic as she: Explains the zones and their original purpose Summarises information from a book about the zones Reflects on personal experiences Considers how schools use them Raises awareness that not all children feel emotions in the e...2024-06-2750 min
Career HomemakersHow did school go for your kids this year?In this episode, Kim asks you to assess how your kids' school year went. Encourages, then talks about praying for wisdom for next year's school year. In this episode, Kim asks you to assess how your child's school year went. She encourages and then talks about praying for wisdom for the next school year.2024-05-2710 minCareer HomemakersHow did school go for your kids this year?In this episode, Kim asks you to assess how your kids' school year went. Encourages, then talks about praying for wisdom for next year's school year. In this episode, Kim asks you to assess how your child's school year went. She encourages and then talks about praying for wisdom for the next school year.2024-05-2710 min
Career HomemakersChildren: Summer Chore Training and Safety in the HomeIn this episode, Kim shares the Homemakers' perfect opportunity during the summer to train their children in necessary life skills and chores. She started at kindergarten. Listen for tips to make this successful for your family. 2024-05-2013 minCareer HomemakersChildren; Summer Chore Training and Safety in the Home
In this episode, Kim shares the Homemakers' perfect opportunity during the summer to train their children in necessary life skills and chores. She started at kindergarten. Listen for tips to make this successful for your family.
2024-05-2013 minThe SENDcastWhat is an OT? with Kim GriffinWe’ve all heard of Occupational Therapists – but do we truly understand the breadth and depth of their role? Kim Griffin has been an OT for over 20 years and joins Dale for today’s podcast ‘What is an OT?’. Kim sheds light on the history of the profession, explains how the name was derived and how it can specialise in different areas; such as working with children, adults, mental health, SEND, orthopaedics and so on. An OT’s role can support people across their lifespan! Kim specialises in paediatrics and has extensive experience working with SEND childre...2024-05-0947 min
Career HomemakersPatience as your Husband builds his Career and 1st House PurchaseIn this episode, Kim discusses the various stages of a husband's career and shares how patiently saving and waiting to purchase a first house.2024-04-2914 minCareer HomemakersPatience as your Husband builds his Career and 1st House PurchaseIn this episode, Kim discusses the various stages of a husband's career and shares how patiently saving and waiting to purchase a first house.
2024-04-2914 minCareer HomemakersMarriage Intimacy: Accepting Changes after Giving Birth and Surgery, and Addressing Pain IssuesIn this moving episode, Kim offers heartfelt words of encouragement to women, reminding them to embrace the natural changes that come with motherhood or surgical procedures. She acknowledges that these changes can be difficult to accept at times, but urges women to trust in the plan that God has for their bodies. It's a message of compassion and understanding that will resonate with many.2024-04-2208 min
Career HomemakersMarriage Intimacy: Accepting Changes after Giving Birth and Surgery, and Addressing Pain IssuesIn this moving episode, Kim offers heartfelt words of encouragement to women, reminding them to embrace the natural changes that come with motherhood or surgical procedures. She acknowledges that these changes can be difficult to accept at times, but urges women to trust in the plan that God has for their bodies. It's a message of compassion and understanding that will resonate with many.2024-04-2208 min
Career HomemakersA Homemaker's Wedding Vows and Keeping Marriage against 3 main causes of DivorceIn this episode, Kim shares ways to uphold your marriage vows and avoid the Top three reasons for Divorce.Have a question for Kim, email: kim@careerhomemakers.comHelpful questions will be read and answered on an upcoming podcast.2024-04-1421 minCareer HomemakersA Homemaker's Wedding Vows and Keeping Marriage against 3 main causes of DivorceIn this episode, Kim shares ways to uphold your marriage vows and avoid the Top three reasons for Divorce.
Have a question for Kim, email: kim@careerhomemakers.com
Helpful questions will be read and answered on an upcoming podcast.
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Career HomemakersHomemaker's Marriage: Communication and FinancesIn this episode, Kim discusses Communication and Financial challenges, such as their husband's career and purchasing their first home.2024-04-0820 minCareer HomemakersHomemaker's Marriage: Communication and FinancesIn this episode, Kim discusses Communication and Financial challenges, such as their husband's career and purchasing their first home.2024-04-0820 minCareer HomemakersHomemaker's Marriage: Wedding Vows and the 3 main causes for DivorceIn this episode, Kim discusses the main points of Wedding Vows, the three main causes of divorce, and how to avert them.2024-04-0109 minCareer HomemakersHomemaker's Marriage: Wedding Vows and the 3 main causes for DivorceIn this episode, Kim discusses the main points of Wedding Vows and then discusses the three main causes of divorce and how to avert them.
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Career HomemakersBlessable FinancesIn today's episode, Kim takes us through the steps to ensure our finances are blessable.Mentioned in the episode:FDA Thrifty Food PlanDietary Guidelines2024-03-1814 minCareer HomemakersBlessable FinancesIn today's episode, Kim takes us through the steps to ensure our finances are blessable.
Mentioned in episode:
FDA Thrifty Food Plan
Dietary Guidelines2024-03-1814 min
Career HomemakersFamily Finances and the BibleIn this episode, Kim reviews what the Bible says about our family's finances. You may ask:Why did God say all these things about our money and belongings? Because He cares. Jesus knows that having any other god will hurt you. He is the only faithful, true God. Cheating, lying, or stealing shows you don’t trust His provision, and coveting what others have leads our hearts away from God’s provision and timing. 2024-03-1117 minCareer HomemakersFamily Finances and the BibleIn this episode, Kim reviews what the Bible says about our family's finances. You may ask:
Why did God say all these things about our money and belongings? Because He cares. Jesus knows that having any other god will hurt you. He is the only faithful, true God. Cheating, lying, or stealing shows you don’t trust His provision, and coveting what others have leads our hearts away from God’s provision and timing.
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Career HomemakersFamily FinancesIn this episode, Kim shares how finances are a way of walking out our faith. Our family is ours to look after and provide for, which takes money. Unfortunately, life in America takes a lot of money. We see our spouses work and toil daily to bring home a paycheck. In this partnership, our responsibility is to spend this money wisely. She also shares how giving is a part of this faith.Email Family Financial Questions or Prayer requests to kim@careerhomemakers.com2024-03-0411 minCareer HomemakersFamily FinancesIn this episode, Kim shares how finances are a way of walking out our faith. Our family is ours to look after and provide for, which takes money. Unfortunately, life in America takes a lot of money. We see our spouses work and toil daily to bring home a paycheck. In this partnership, our responsibility is to spend this money wisely. She also shares how giving is a part of this faith.
Email Family Financial Questions or Prayer requests to kim@careerhomemakers.com
2024-03-0311 minCareer HomemakersMaintaining the Right Perspective as you Feed your FamilyIn this episode, Kim shares how you can keep the proper perspective as you serve your family by feeding them daily. It's a large responsibility and a huge task, so listen to be uplifted.If you have questions or comments, reach out to Kim at Kim@careerhomemakers.com2024-02-2617 minCareer HomemakersMaintaining the Right Perspective as you Feed your FamilyIn this episode I share how you can keep the right perspective as you serve your family by feeding them each day. It's a large responsibility, and a huge task so listen to be uplifted.
If you have questions or comments, reach out to Kim at Kim@careerhomemakers.com
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Career HomemakersFeeding Your Family: Eating and Cleaning up In this episode, we finish our focus on Feeding our Family. There's lots to talk about, from preparing food, eating with family, and cleaning up. Kim goes over some attitudes homemakers can struggle with when providing meals for their families and prays for God's help for this responsibility.Griffin Pizza Dough3 cups of bread flour½ cup sugar1 tsp salt1 pkg yeast or 2 ¾ tsp of dry yeast1 cup warm water3 tbsp olive oilPut bread flour, sugar, and salt into the mixer. Pl...2024-02-1919 minCareer HomemakersFeeding Your Family: Eating and Cleaning upIn this episode, we finish our focus on Feeding our Family. There's lots to talk about, from preparing food, eating with family, and cleaning up. Kim goes over some attitudes homemakers can struggle with when providing meals for their families and prays for God's help for this responsibility.
Griffin Pizza Dough
3 cups of bread flour
½ cup sugar
1 tsp salt
1 pkg yeast or 2 ¾ tsp of dry yeast
1 cup warm water
3 tbsp olive oil
Put bread flour, sugar, and salt into the mixer. Pl...2024-02-1919 minCareer HomemakersBuilding Contentment in your WorkdayIn this episode, Kim will share how to build contentment in your workday—by getting enough sleep, starting the day in prayer, adhering to a schedule, and having a good work-rest balance.This is the second of a two-part lesson. The first was A Homemaker's attitude towards work.An episode in Nov 2023 discusses morning devotions, Bible reading, and starting your day. Look at this if you missed the episode.https://careerhomemakers.com2024-01-2910 minCareer HomemakersBuilding Contentment in your WorkdayIn this episode, Kim will share how to build contentment in your workday—by getting enough sleep, starting the day in prayer, adhering to a schedule, and having a good work-rest balance.
This is the second of a two-part lesson. The first was A Homemaker's attitude towards work.
An episode in Nov 2023 discusses morning devotions, Bible reading, and starting your day. Look at this if you missed the episode.
https://careerhomemakers.com2024-01-2910 minCareer HomemakersA Homemaker's Attitude Towards HouseworkIn this episode, Kim shares how our attitudes affect our work production. She shares how our negative attitudes of shame, dissatisfaction, anger, malice, boredom, or feeling unappreciated have affected our work.This part one of two episodes on this subject.https://careerhomemakers.com2024-01-2213 minCareer HomemakersA Homemaker's Attitude Towards HouseworkIn this episode, Kim shares how our attitudes affect our work production. She shares how our negative attitudes of shame, dissatisfaction, anger, malice, boredom, or feeling unappreciated have affected our work.
This part one of two episodes on this subject.
https://careerhomemakers.com2024-01-2213 minCareer HomemakersBasics of Cleaning your House, Apartment or Flat TipsIn this episode Kim shares the basics of cleaning the different rooms of your house, apartment, condo or Flat.https://careerhomemakers.com2024-01-1510 minCareer HomemakersBasics of Cleaning your House, Apartment or Flat TipsIn this episode Kim shares the basics of cleaning the different rooms of your house, apartment, condo or Flat.
https://careerhomemakers.com2024-01-1510 minCareer HomemakersThree Basic Housecleaning SchedulesIn this episode Kim discusses 3 different house cleaning schedules.1. All in one day2. Tasks and Laundry spread throughout the week3. Room a Dayhttps://careerhomemakers.com2024-01-0806 minCareer Homemakers3 Basic House Cleaning SchedulesIn this episode Kim discusses 3 different house cleaning schedules.
1. All in one day
2. Tasks and Laundry spread throughout the week
3. Room a Day
https://careerhomemakers.com2024-01-0806 minCareer HomemakersMorning Time Devotionals, Bible Reading and Bible StudiesHomemakers thrive when they start their day contemplating and learning about God and His word. Listen to Kim's ideas. Enjoyhttps://careerhomemakers.com/2023-11-0607 minCareer HomemakersMorning time Devotionals, Bible Reading and Bible StudiesHomemakers thrive when they start their day contemplating and learning about God and His word. Listen to Kim's ideas. Enjoy
careerhomemakers.com2023-11-0607 minCareer HomemakersStrengthening FaithAs we use our faith, it grows stronger. However, when life becomes predictable and effortless, we mindlessly seek pleasures. When you engage your faith in Jesus, you trust God, who cares and considers you precious. He sees your condition and has compassion for the trial you are in. You are His beloved. So when you have faith in Him instead of depending on others, you please Him.Listen to enjoy more of this episode.This was taken from Kim's blog called My Heart's Cry, where she writes concerning faith and prayer. Why don't you check out what else she's been writ...2023-07-1010 minCareer HomemakersStrengthening FaithWhen was the last time you tried to move or lift an object but hesitated because you didn’t know if you had enough strength? I couldn't lift luggage over my head a few years ago because my arms had become weak due to lack of use.
When we don’t use our muscles regularly, they become weak. Then when we need them, we question their strength. One can get a well-rounded workout by strengthening, stretching, balancing, and cardio. It prepares us for day-to-day activities where we may need to use muscles.
So, what does that...2023-07-1010 minCareer HomemakersHomemakers and VolunteeringIn today's episode of the Career Homemakers Podcast, we will discuss the common challenges homemakers face and offer valuable lessons and encouragement. For example, One great outlet for homemakers is volunteering, which can provide numerous benefits when you give your time to your child's school, local non-profit, or church. Let's dive into these benefits together.careerhomemakers.comThis post originated from Kim's Blogposts at myheartscry.orgGo over and see what other blogs on life and prayer she's written.2023-06-2008 minCareer HomemakersHomemakers and VolunteeringIn today's episode of the Career Homemakers Podcast, we will discuss the common challenges homemakers face and offer valuable lessons and encouragement. For example, One great outlet for homemakers is volunteering, which can provide numerous benefits when you give your time to your child's school, local non-profit, or church. Let's dive into these benefits together.
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This post originated from Kim's Blogposts at myheartscry.org
Go over and see what other blogs on life and prayer she's written concerning.
2023-06-2008 minCareer HomemakersWalk Thru Episode: Clean out the Refrigerator DoorStep-by-step instructions on cleaning out the refrigerator door.Take out shelves and place on counter.Wipe inside door where shelves were.Wipe butter/egg shelf at top of refrigerator door.Toss items:1. See if it’s expired2. Cant remember when you bought it3. Family doesn’t like it4. Toss unusual jars that was used only once for a special recipe or occasion.Clean shelves and place them back into refrigeratorCurate which items goes on each shelf.Place in groups: sweets, condiments, salad dressings and saucesOrder from manufacturer replacement for missing or cracked shelves.It feels so good having a cleaned out...2023-06-1210 minCareer HomemakersWalk Thru Episode: Clean out the Refrigerator DoorStep-by-step instructions on cleaning out the refrigerator door.
Take out shelves and place on counter.
Wipe inside door where shelves were.
Wipe butter/egg shelf at top of refrigerator door.
Toss items:
1. See if it’s expired
2. Cant remember when you bought it
3. Family doesn’t like it
4. Toss unusual jars that was used only once for a special recipe or occasion.
Clean shelves and place them back into refrigerator
Curate which items goes on each shelf.
Plac...2023-06-1210 minCareer HomemakersWork with enthusiasmHave you ever gotten tired of cleaning the same thing week after week? It’s hard to remain enthusiastic about our work, yet the Bible says to work with enthusiasm. Let’s unpack this in today’s Career Homemaker podcast.
In the Bible, it says:
Ephesians 6:7-8 Work with enthusiasm, as though you were working for the Lord rather than for people. Remember that the Lord will reward each one of us for the good we do.
When I clean our home’s toilets, I can’t say I’m enthusiastic...2023-06-0506 minCareer HomemakersWork with Enthusiasm Have you ever gotten tired of cleaning the same thing week after week? It’s hard to remain enthusiastic about our work, yet the Bible says to work with enthusiasm. Let’s unpack this in today’s Career Homemaker podcast.In the Bible, it says:Ephesians 6:7-8 Work with enthusiasm, as though you were working for the Lord rather than for people. Remember that the Lord will reward each one of us for the good we do.When I clean our home’s toilets, I can’t say I’m enthusiastic about it. On the contrary, I’m more excited about being do...2023-06-0506 minCareer HomemakersSick ChildrenWhen a child turns up sick, our world stops. We’ve noticed the first symptoms and now seek to find out all the signs. I usually ask my children questions like Does your throat hurt? Have you been blowing your nose or coughing? Then I reach my wrist to their forehead and feel if they have a fever. Once I figure out what they have, I start canceling everything. First, I think they should stay home to rest, and I don’t want them out there making anyone else’s kids sick. So let’s keep this illness to ourselves. So next...2023-05-3105 minCareer HomemakersSick ChildrenWhen a child turns up sick, our world stops. We’ve noticed the first symptoms and now seek to find out all the signs. I usually ask my children questions like Does your throat hurt? Have you been blowing your nose or coughing? Then I reach my wrist to my forehead and feel a fever.
Once I figure out what they have, I start canceling everything. First, I think they should stay home to rest, and I don’t want them out there making anyone else’s kids sick. So let’s keep this illness to ourselves. So next, I remind th...2023-05-3105 minCareer HomemakersBill CandyIn this Homemaker Inspiration, we delve into the daily challenges of homemaking and offer encouragement and insights gained from years of experience. In today's episode, I share a treat I indulge in monthly when I pay the bills - Chocolate Truffles. My husband kindly buys me these delectable chocolates as a reward for completing this task, and I believe it's a fair trade. However, these treats have also taught me a valuable lesson. Tune in to discover what it is. It's your choice to decide if Chocolate Truffles should be included in your bill-paying routine. However, it's important to remember...2023-05-1505 minCareer HomemakersBill CandyIn this Homemaker Inspiration, we delve into the daily challenges of homemaking and offer encouragement and insights gained from years of experience. In today's episode, I share a personal treat that I indulge in each month when I pay the bills - Chocolate Truffles. My husband kindly buys me these delectable chocolates as a reward for completing this task, and I believe it's a fair trade. However, these treats have also taught me a valuable lesson. Tune in to discover what it is.
It's your choice to decide if Chocolate Truffles should be included i...2023-05-1505 minCareer HomemakersFaith Filled HomemakersWelcome to Career Homemakers, where we aim to help homemakers achieve a fulfilling and creative career. Today's topic is centered around faith. Don't worry. Many homemakers are learning to rely on faith when shopping for groceries or clothing for their families. Previous generations of grandmothers have had to do the same. These challenging times are where faith can grow. Matthew 6:25-35I encourage you to Stand fast through these turbulent times. God alone is your hope and courage. I implore you not to look at your money or anything that could rescue you but to look to Jesus, the...2023-05-0105 minCareer HomemakersFaith Filled Homemakers
Welcome to Career Homemakers, where we aim to help homemakers achieve a fulfilling and creative career. Today's topic is centered around faith.
Don't worry. Many homemakers are learning to rely on faith when shopping for groceries or clothing for their families. Previous generations of grandmothers have had to do the same. These challenging times are where faith can grow. Matthew 6:25-35
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I encourage you to Stand fast through these turbulent times. God alone is your hope and courage. I implore you not to look at your money or anything that could rescue you b...2023-05-0105 minCareer HomemakersA Careful Balance
This is a Homemaker Inspiration, and I will talk about the day-to-day challenges we face as homemakers, then offer encouragement and lessons I’ve learned from years in this vocation. In it, I will convey how getting work done while ensuring the kids are safe and not making a mess can be a balancing act. I tell a funny story of trying to do both and failing.
Do you have a funny story about balancing caring for your children while getting projects or housework done? Then, could you come to my website and write it in...2023-04-0304 minCareer HomemakersA Careful BalanceThis is a Homemaker Inspiration, and I will talk about the day-to-day challenges we face as homemakers, then offer encouragement and lessons I’ve learned from years in this vocation. In it, I will convey how getting work done while ensuring the kids are safe and not making a mess can be a balancing act. I tell a funny story of trying to do both and failing.Do you have a funny story about balancing caring for your children while getting projects or housework done? Could you come to my website and write it in the comments se...2023-04-0304 minThe SENDcastDyspraxia and Handwriting with Kim Griffin We live in a digital age, so where do we see or use joined up writing nowadays? Everything has moved on since putting pen to paper and writing letters! Most adults tend to type a lot more than they write, however handwriting is still a big focus in schools. “Handwriting is so much more complicated than a lot of people necessarily give it credit for.” Kim Griffin, Occupational Therapist The DfE released new guidance in the Research Review Series which looks at handwriting as a separate skill. Kim Gr...2023-03-0957 min
Career HomemakersDwindling SavingsThis is a Homemaker Tricks of the Trade episode: In it, I will discuss Best ways to get different parts of the job done, how to save money or, in some cases, not spend money so that we can keep our careers as homemakers. This week we will discuss our dwindling savings and how food costs have affected our savings account. Here are some tips on navigating this very expensive time to feed our families.Dining out, gathering food, learn to be content in all circumstances.Listen often to...2023-02-2207 min
Career HomemakersWelcome HomemakersWelcome to Career Homemakers, where we aim to make our Homemaking career: goal-oriented, creative, and satisfying.In these podcasts, I will have 3 types of episodes. Homemaker inspirations, Walkthrough episodes, and tricks of the trade.The first type of episode is…Homemaker inspirations: In these, I will discuss the day-to-day challenges we face as homemakers, then offer encouragement and lessons I’ve learned from years in this vocation.Walk through Episodes: We will “clean a designated space” together. I will offer my best-used practices and be in your ear “if you use earbuds” a...2023-02-0303 minCareer HomemakersThe Afternoon SlumpWe’ve all experienced it, the afternoon slump. What can you do to keep from unplugging from reality or eating the wrong things. Listen to find out on Career Homemakers. I’m your host Kim Griffin. You can find more information at careerhomemakers.com2023-02-0308 minCareer HomemakersWelcome HomemakersWelcome to Career Homemakers, where we aim to make our Homemaking career: goal-oriented, creative, and satisfying.
In these podcasts, I will have 3 types of episodes. Homemaker inspirations, Walkthrough episodes, and tricks of the trade.
The first type of episode is…
Homemaker inspirations: In these, I will discuss the day-to-day challenges we face as homemakers, then offer encouragement and lessons I’ve learned from years in this vocation.
Walk through Episodes: We will “clean a designated space” together. I will offer my best-used practices and be in your ear “if you use earbuds” a...2023-01-2803 minThe SENDcastDyspraxia - More Than Just Clumsiness with Kim Griffin Dyspraxia or Developmental Co-ordination Disorder (DCD) is often thought of as clumsiness, but it is quite misunderstood and incorrectly used. Dyspraxia is far more than just the way you’re moving, it’s your ability to plan what you’re doing and being able to come up with ideas. These executive function difficulties can have a huge impact on children, especially in secondary school. If you don’t have the capacity to plan, or have imagination of what that looks like, that can lead to anxiety and fatigue as an outcome. Kim Griffin is an Oc...2022-11-1756 min
Off the Fucking Rails with Kim GriffinA Crash Course in Crisis Parenting with Amanda Atkins, LMFTFellow mom in the trenches, Amanda Atkins, joins Kim & Allie to share about the experience of having a child with a rare genetic syndrome, in this case, Prader Willi Syndrome. Amanda is a Chicago-based therapist, whose Instagram feed is dedicated to helping others process the grief, and disappointment that can often accompany parenting a child with a disability. Amanda's openness and willingness to share her vulnerability make the questions and subject matter flow easily, whether discussing NICU time, the Britney Spears case, hashtags, or locked cabinets. Join them as they discuss their experiences of diagnosis, the challenges of early...2022-05-311h 03
The Teachers' PodcastSensory Processing: Kim Griffin, occupational therapistThis week, I chat with Kim Griffin, an occupational therapist who is currently based in Australia. Kim has been working with pupils with SEN for almost 20 years and is on a mission to help teachers and educators understand the ‘why’ behind the way children behave when they have sensory processing difficulties. In this episode, Kim shares: How choice can have an impact on the way children with sensory processing issues behave. Why it is important educators understand how sensory processing can affect behaviour. Why she is so passionate about educators learning more about sensory processing. 2022-03-2224 minOff the Fucking Rails with Kim GriffinLearning to Nourish an Anxious Soul with Lance RubinLance Rubin is an author, performer, dad, and someone who genuinely seems to use their gifts for good. This interview was recorded way back in May. We had a great time discussing belief in oneself, writing and publishing books, the inanity of arts criticism and how bad screens are for us! It's a blast! Kim even improvises a song (really more of Rage Ditty) about the filibuster. Please visit us on instagram @otfrpod or on our Pod Blog for more about Lance and all the goodies in this episode. Thanks for giving us five stars and leaving us...2021-11-191h 13
Off the Fucking Rails with Kim GriffinHow to Keep Choosing Forward with Jacqueline RaposoSometimes random classes on the internet lead you to lifelong friendships. Such is the case with Kim and Jacqueline. Jacqueline Raposo is a writer, creator, chronic illness advocate and fascinating human being. Kim and Jacqueline caught up in May to discuss the process of getting to know oneself, what to do when you can't feel your feelings, and how to get help when insurance and finances thwart your every effort. As someone living with chronic pain and illness, Jacqueline shares her insights into the experience of the pandemic for those in the chronically ill and disabled communities, urging us...2021-11-011h 13
Off the Fucking Rails with Kim GriffinLaura Benanti and the Gospel of Divine DissatisfactionSeason Two is off with a bang as Kim and Allison spend a morning with cool-as-fuck Laura Benanti: a woman who has conquered Broadway, toured the country with her own vaudevillian cabaret show, made us laugh through our fear and misery as the Bonkers Melania impersonator on Colbert for four years, and single-handedly started a movement for lonely artsy high schoolers during COVID with her inspiring doc Homeschool Musical: Class of 2020 with HBOMax. She's also just a lady trying to figure out how to parent and unpack her privilege, feeling like an Imposter much of the time, like the...2021-05-061h 20
Off the Fucking Rails with Kim GriffinLiz Elkins Newcomer and the Courage to Edit Your DreamsFinishing up our First Season is a soulful conversation with Liz Elkins Newcomer, an actor, educator, and enneagram coach currently based out of New Orleans. Liz & Kim delve into perfectionism, grief, the damaging effects of preconceived notions and much more. If you've never heard of the Enneagram, or if you got confused by the jargon and "wings," this conversation will help! Liz walks us through all Nine Types, and shares how learning about her type ultimately afforded her the self-compassion necessary to consciously evolve beyond her habits. More details over at thekimgriffin.com/otfrpodFollow Us: @otfrpodFollow Kim: @thekimgriffinFollow Liz: @lizelkinsnewcomer o...2021-04-231h 04Off the Fucking Rails with Kim GriffinBeauty is What You Define it to Be with Avelino PomboAn International traveler, family ancestry hobbyist and first generation American, there's not much that isn't fascinating about Avelino Pombo. This Venezuelan-born creator and director of video storytelling for a major beauty brand is actually AP Jared Alexander's cousin! Join Kim & Jared as they discuss the transformative and life-sustaining power of story, and get to hear how Avelino actually had literal dreams of his life as a showrunner as a boy. Jared and Avelino share about their meeting, Kim talks about getting cancer on her face, and how our ideas of beauty are shaped by what we see. M...2021-04-0759 minOff the Fucking Rails with Kim GriffinOTFR Says, "Wear a Fucking Mask, Bruh!"In the wake of interviewing Representative Virgin, the pandemic raged on in America, eventually impacting her family. This is an update about experiencing the virus firsthand. We also hear from Jared Alexander, OTFR Associate Producer, currently living with and taking care of his grandmother in Connecticut. This is a short one, with no real final words or moment of zen, because this goddamn plague seems never-ending and I'm still sitting here watch the GOP be callow and sell us out for Christian Nationalism. Just wear a fucking mask. Please. This episode of Off the Fucking Ra...2021-02-1231 minOff the Fucking Rails with Kim GriffinConfident Vulnerability & the Healing Powers of Black Joy with Reg DouglasRecorded during the late summer of 2020, this conversation with revered theatre director and artistic powerhouse Reginald L. Douglas, who currently serves as the Associate Artistic Director of D.C.'s Studio Theatre, is a meandering but delightful examination of the impact of politics, current events and loss on the stories we share and who we hope to become. Join Kim Griffin and Associate Producer, Markia Nicole Smith, as they delve into the import of diverse leadership teams, the responsibility of organizations to engage with and serve their patrons/members, and more. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/ot...2021-01-121h 10Off the Fucking Rails with Kim GriffinThe Furthest I Was from Fine: Talking with Therapist & Creator Aimee Zakrewski ClarkTherapist, Writer and fantastically frank Aimee Zakrewski Clark sits down with Kim to talk about self-regulation, awareness, and identifying the triggers that set us off. Aimee has her own brilliant podcast, which explains why her advice was So Helpful and the tips she shared So Effective that we were barely able to edit this one down to 90 minutes! Check out “Ask Aimee Zak!” wherever you get your pods to soak up more Aimee, and get ready to blow your own mind with this candid convo. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/otfrpod/message2020-11-021h 32Off the Fucking Rails with Kim GriffinAn OTFR Mini-Ep: Introducing Allison BeauregardKim sits down with Associate Producer Allison Beauregard, a passionate creative and dynamic advocate for all things art, queerness & social justice. Follow Allie @allison.beauregard - and find us on Instagram @otfrpod for more links and resources from the episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/otfrpod/message2020-10-1537 minOff the Fucking Rails with Kim GriffinWhere were we....? WHO were we!?Kim and Markia sit down with LA's own (by way of Philly, D.C. & San Diego to name a few) LORENE CHESLEY! Lorene is a tremendous actor, and has somehow also managed to write and publish a book, transcend her early learnings about faith, and maybe one time saved Kim's life. Tune in as they gab about faith, politics, crystals, and how to help your friend who's with a scary mean asshole. Find more at: thekimgriffin.com/offthefuckingrailsJoin our Patreon! Become a Patron!Song by: Juli O. Crockett // Per...2020-09-2353 minOff the Fucking Rails with Kim GriffinO.T.F.R. mini-episode 1: Introducing Jared AlexanderWelcome to our Pod! This week, we'll get our toesies wet meeting the O.T.F.R. Associate Producers. First up, Jared Alexander! Jared is a multi-talented artist and quickly became one of Kim's kindred spirits over a shared love of... Let them tell it! It's way better. Featuring: Jared Alexander || @thejaredalex & Kim Griffin || @thekimgriffinMusic Performed By: The Evangenitals || @evangenitals Song Written By: Juli CrockettArtwork: Jacqueline Raposo || @wordsfoodart--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/otfrpod/message2020-09-0231 min