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Create a home that Thrives®! Home Functionality Coach® and Realtor Kristina Browning discusses home functionality, aesthetics, and automation challenging you to think about your space differently. With a bit of history and psychology... this isn’t your typical HOUSE podcast. What’s important in your life? This intellectual and relaxing podcast helps you to align your home with your values. I recommend starting at Ep. 1 and SUBSCRIBE for ease of use.

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United States

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Create a home that Thrives®! Home Functionality Coach® and Realtor Kristina Browning discusses home functionality, aesthetics, and automation challenging you to think about your space differently. With a bit of history and psychology... this isn’t your typical HOUSE podcast. What’s important in your life? This intellectual and relaxing podcast helps you to align your home with your values. I recommend starting at Ep. 1 and SUBSCRIBE for ease of use.

Language:

English

Contact:

503-505-3798


Episodes
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Ep. 94 | 3 Things: Bathroom Functionality

5/8/2024
Let's think about Functionality, Automation and Aesthetics in the Bathroom. If you didn’t start listening at Episode 1, I invite you to start from the beginning. There are too many jewels to miss. JOIN ME: ~ Get my weekly newsletter "Little Bits of Home Functionality." Intentionally short, you’ll get a video and a thought that poses questions about your space and your reason. ~ On Instagram ~ On Facebook ~ My boards on Pinterest ~ On TikTok ~ Schedule time with me HERE or visit me through my Home Coaching & Real Estate Website www.SpaceAndReason.com Sources & Reference———————————————- Shower curtain liner Who Gives a CrapIB MirrorsLegal Disclosure: Kristina Browning is a licensed Realtor in the State of Oregon with 503 Properties. “Home Functionality Coach” and "Create a Home that Thrives" are registered Trademarks of Kristina Browning.

Duration:00:17:48

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Ep. 93 | Shoes off at the Door?

4/24/2024
Let’s discuss home functionality, cleanliness, allergies and interpersonal relations all around the subject of taking your shoes off at the door. How much really gets tracked in? How am I supposed to ask people to leave their shoes at the door? If you didn’t start listening at Episode 1, I invite you to start from the beginning. There are too many jewels to miss. JOIN ME: ~ Get my weekly newsletter "Little Bits of Home Functionality." Intentionally short, you’ll get a video and a thought that poses questions about your space and your reason. ~ On Instagram ~ On Facebook ~ My boards on Pinterest ~ On TikTok ~ Schedule time with me HERE or visit me through my Home Coaching & Real Estate Website www.SpaceAndReason.com Sources & Reference———————————————- Do Seasonal Allergies seem to be getting worse? The dirty truth about taking your shoes off at the doorShower Drain WigsRemoving Shoes inside the HouseLegal Disclosure: Kristina Browning is a licensed Realtor in the State of Oregon with 503 Properties. “Home Functionality Coach” and "Create a Home that Thrives" are registered Trademarks of Kristina Browning.

Duration:00:23:31

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Ep. 92 | Porches

4/17/2024
Porches evoke so many emotions and they strike a chord in all of us. If you didn’t start listening at Episode 1, I invite you to start from the beginning. There are too many jewels to miss. JOIN ME: ~ Get my weekly newsletter "Little Bits of Home Functionality." Intentionally short, you’ll get a video and a thought that poses questions about your space and your reason. ~ On Instagram ~ On Facebook ~ My boards on Pinterest ~ On TikTok ~ Schedule time with me HERE or visit me through my Home Coaching & Real Estate Website www.SpaceAndReason.com Sources & Reference———————————————- History of the Porchblog postFront Door MatsLegal Disclosure: Kristina Browning is a licensed Realtor in the State of Oregon with 503 Properties. “Home Functionality Coach” and "Create a Home that Thrives" are registered Trademarks of Kristina Browning.

Duration:00:18:56

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Ep. 91 | Backyard Hammocks

4/10/2024
Nothing reminds me of a relaxing vacation more than a hammock! Let’s discuss yard or deck functionality when it comes to relaxation with hammocks. If you didn’t start listening at Episode 1, I invite you to start from the beginning. There are too many jewels to miss. JOIN ME: ~ Get my weekly newsletter "Little Bits of Home Functionality." Intentionally short, you’ll get a video and a thought that poses questions about your space and your reason. ~ On Instagram ~ On Facebook ~ My boards on Pinterest ~ On TikTok ~ Schedule time with me HERE or visit me through my Home Coaching & Real Estate Website www.SpaceAndReason.com Sources & Reference———————————————- double drink holderFront Door Mats Legal Disclosure: Kristina Browning is a licensed Realtor in the State of Oregon with 503 Properties. “Home Functionality Coach” and "Create a Home that Thrives" are registered Trademarks of Kristina Browning.

Duration:00:23:19

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Ep. 90 | Sir Mix A Lot : Home Stories

4/3/2024
Remember “Baby Got Back?” Let’s talk about wealth, fish tanks, exotic cars, Dolby Atmos, his studio and HOMES with Grammy award-winning rapper Sir Mix A Lot. So much can be learned from hearing about where a person has lived throughout their lifetime and what they do to their homes to make them feel just right. If you didn’t start listening at Episode 1, I invite you to start from the beginning. There are too many jewels to miss. JOIN ME: ~ Get my weekly newsletter "Little Bits of Home Functionality." Intentionally short, you’ll get a video and a thought that poses questions about your space and your reason. ~ On Instagram ~ On Facebook ~ My boards on Pinterest ~ On TikTok ~ Schedule time with me HERE or visit me through my Home Coaching & Real Estate Website www.SpaceAndReason.com Sources & Reference———————————————- Warren BuffetBackyard FirePits The DruthersLegal Disclosure: Kristina Browning is a licensed Realtor in the State of Oregon with 503 Properties. “Home Functionality Coach” and "Create a Home that Thrives" are registered Trademarks of Kristina Browning.

Duration:00:36:26

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Ep. 89 | Slow Decorating

3/27/2024
If you didn’t start listening at Episode 1, I invite you to start from the beginning. There are too many jewels to miss. JOIN ME: ~ Get my weekly newsletter "Little Bits of Home Functionality." Intentionally short, you’ll get a video and a thought that poses questions about your space and your reason. ~ On Instagram ~ On Facebook ~ My boards on Pinterest ~ On TikTok ~ Schedule time with me HERE or visit me through my Home Coaching & Real Estate Website www.SpaceAndReason.com Sources & Reference———————————————- “Slow Decorating in the Age of Instant Design” Home OfficeLegal Disclosure: Kristina Browning is a licensed Realtor in the State of Oregon with 503 Properties. “Home Functionality Coach” and "Create a Home that Thrives" are registered Trademarks of Kristina Browning.

Duration:00:28:40

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Ep. 88 | Trophies, Awards & Plaques

3/20/2024
Let’s discuss winning awards, plaques and trophies as they relate to home functionality, aesthetics, and organization as well as sustainability. If you didn’t start listening at Episode 1, I invite you to start from the beginning. There are too many jewels to miss. JOIN ME: ~ Get my weekly newsletter "Little Bits of Home Functionality." Intentionally short, you’ll get a video and a thought that poses questions about your space and your reason. ~ On Instagram ~ On Facebook ~ My boards on Pinterest ~ On TikTok ~ Schedule time with me HERE or visit me through my Home Coaching & Real Estate Website www.SpaceAndReason.com Sources & Reference———————————————- Rivanna Designs Sports MEDAL RecyclingScrap ExchangeTrophy RecyclingReddit ThreadTrophy shaped chocolate lollipopsEdible arrangementsChocolate messagesManaging Sentimental Itemsquote on purpose driven athletesLegal Disclosure: Kristina Browning is a licensed Realtor in the State of Oregon with 503 Properties. “Home Functionality Coach” and "Create a Home that Thrives" are registered Trademarks of Kristina Browning.

Duration:00:29:50

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Ep. 87 | Unique Birthday Party Idea: The Reflection party

3/13/2024
If you have googled “Best Birthday Ideas” or “Unique birthday ideas” you are not alone. Each year, most of us are tasked with trying to figure out a way to make a loved one feel special. This is a truly original idea to celebrate a child or adult birthday taking out the stress and emphasis on consumerism. My child has chosen to have a Reflection Party five years in a row! If you didn’t start listening at Episode 1, I invite you to start from the beginning. There are too many jewels to miss. JOIN ME: ~ Get my weekly newsletter "Little Bits of Home Functionality." Intentionally short, you’ll get a video and a thought that poses questions about your space and your reason. ~ On Instagram ~ On Facebook ~ My boards on Pinterest ~ On TikTok ~ Schedule time with me HERE or visit me through my Home Coaching & Real Estate Website www.SpaceAndReason.com Sources & Reference———————————————- The Strange Origins of American Birthday CelebrationsAfter all, when did celebrating birthdays become a thing?Spiceology Dry RubManaging Sentimental ItemsCreating spaces for KidsFinishing and Revising Home ProjectsLegal Disclosure: Kristina Browning is a licensed Realtor in the State of Oregon with 503 Properties. “Home Functionality Coach” and "Create a Home that Thrives" are registered Trademarks of Kristina Browning.

Duration:00:26:55

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Ep. 86 | What to do with a Rectangular Room

3/6/2024
Whether the space is long and skinny or wide and shallow, rectangular rooms can be hard to fill and so many people are challenged by the same conundrum. Let's think through rectangular spaces together. If you didn’t start listening at Episode 1, I invite you to start from the beginning. There are too many jewels to miss. JOIN ME: ~ Get my weekly newsletter "Little Bits of Home Functionality." Intentionally short, you’ll get a video and a thought that poses questions about your space and your reason. ~ On Instagram ~ On Facebook ~ My boards on Pinterest ~ On TikTok ~ Schedule time with me HERE or visit me through my Home Coaching & Real Estate Website www.SpaceAndReason.com Sources & Reference———————————————- Felt RightWho is your Home Encouraging you to Become?blog post about scaleScale and ProportionBathroomsLegal Disclosure: Kristina Browning is a licensed Realtor in the State of Oregon with 503 Properties. “Home Functionality Coach” and "Create a Home that Thrives" are registered Trademarks of Kristina Browning.

Duration:00:33:03

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Ep. 85 | Making Chores Equitable: They are not all yours

2/28/2024
When we think about overwhelm or anxiety coming specifically from your home, part of it could be the daily grind of upkeep. As simple as it sounds, we all know, indeed it is not simple but what if there was a tool that could help us handle it better so we can step back and worry less? If you didn’t start listening at Episode 1, I invite you to start from the beginning. There are too many jewels to miss. JOIN ME: ~ Get my weekly newsletter "Little Bits of Home Functionality." Intentionally short, you’ll get a video and a thought that poses questions about your space and your reason. ~ On Instagram ~ On Facebook ~ My boards on Pinterest ~ On TikTok ~ Schedule time with me HERE or visit me through my Home Coaching & Real Estate Website www.SpaceAndReason.com Sources & Reference———————————————- The Skylight CalendarAnthony commenting about FOODCreating Great Outdoor SpacesWhy Women do the Household Worrying and how to get men to do more of itGrit: The Power of Passion and PerseveranceThe Space that doesn't get Used leave a REVIEW by simply clicking here Legal Disclosure: Kristina Browning is a licensed Realtor in the State of Oregon with 503 Properties. “Home Functionality Coach” and "Create a Home that Thrives" are registered Trademarks of Kristina Browning.

Duration:00:25:48

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Ep: 84 | A story about Reupholstery & personal growth with The Salvaged Woodshop

2/21/2024
This episode might be one of my all-time favorites with special Guest Courtney Winstone of The Salvaged Woodshop in the UK. Imagine one episode that somehow discusses personal growth, furniture reupholstering, sustainability, roof replacement and moving to the Philipines all in one story. Buckle up. This is a beautiful journey. If you didn’t start listening at Episode 1, I invite you to start from the beginning. There are too many jewels to miss. JOIN ME: ~ Get my weekly newsletter "Little Bits of Home Functionality." Intentionally short, you’ll get a video and a thought that poses questions about your space and your reason. ~ On Instagram ~ On Facebook ~ My boards on Pinterest ~ On TikTok ~ Schedule time with me HERE or visit me through my Home Coaching & Real Estate Website www.SpaceAndReason.com Sources & Reference———————————————- Instagram/Websitethe Email Courtney wrote to her familyAssociation of Master Upholsterers and Soft FurnishersEp. 38: Fire Pitshttps://wiseintarsia.com/about-intarsia/Legal Disclosure: Kristina Browning is a licensed Realtor in the State of Oregon with 503 Properties. “Home Functionality Coach” and "Create a Home that Thrives" are registered Trademarks of Kristina Browning.

Duration:00:52:31

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Ep. 83 | For Sorting thru Things

2/14/2024
Use this Episode to accompany you when you are sorting through things - drawers and clothes, boxes and the bins in the garage. Repeat as often as you need to help you think out loud. If you didn’t start listening at Episode 1, I invite you to start from the beginning. There are too many jewels to miss. JOIN ME: ~ Get my weekly newsletter "Little Bits of Home Functionality." Intentionally short, you’ll get a video and a thought that poses questions about your space and your reason. ~ On Instagram ~ On Facebook ~ My boards on Pinterest ~ On TikTok ~ Schedule time with me HERE or visit me through my Home Coaching & Real Estate Website www.SpaceAndReason.com Sources & Reference———————————————- A Guide to Getting Rid of Almost EverythingHow to get Rid of Practically Anything Legal Disclosure: Kristina Browning is a licensed Realtor in the State of Oregon with 503 Properties. “Home Functionality Coach” and "Create a Home that Thrives" are registered Trademarks of Kristina Browning.

Duration:00:11:54

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Ep. 82 | Crystals in your Home

2/7/2024
Let’s explore incorporating Crystals into your home for aesthetics and for use in healing or meditation with special guest Margie Breault, Transformational Energy for Life coach, Medium, and Healer. If you didn’t start listening at Episode 1, I invite you to start from the beginning. There are too many jewels to miss. JOIN ME: ~ Get my weekly newsletter "Little Bits of Home Functionality." Intentionally short, you’ll get a video and a thought that poses questions about your space and your reason. ~ On Instagram ~ On Facebook ~ My boards on Pinterest ~ On TikTok ~ Schedule time with me HERE or visit me through my Home Coaching & Real Estate Website www.SpaceAndReason.com Sources & Reference———————————————- Instagram FacebookWebsiteprismofbrilliance@gmail.comMitchel Gaynor Lisa MillerThe Awakened BrainMini Boxed Crystal CollectionsInstagramFeng ShuiMatchy Matchy Isn’t a ThingWhat Makes People Passionate about their Homes?The Crystal Biblehttps://youtu.be/sPtICJf4UWI?si=KCu_jmFh09Arm6rQ https://youtu.be/ww_WcrxZkew?si=vedeqGCt-y0t0qMZ https://youtu.be/mOT5ae1OMiI?si=FxIdX7v0IrSUDYjF https://youtu.be/0BOsl7xQPVg?si=A8Jrgi9PX0IFnj2t Legal Disclosure: Kristina Browning is a licensed Realtor in the State of Oregon with 503 Properties. “Home Functionality Coach” and "Create a Home that Thrives" are registered Trademarks of Kristina Browning.

Duration:00:22:19

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Ep. 81 | Having Arguments about Clutter

1/31/2024
If you have found yourself frustrated about your home and it has manifested in arguments or disagreements with your partner, this episode is for you. Let’s talk about Clutter vs. Glimmers and incorporate an exercise and thought experiment. If you didn’t start listening at Episode 1, I invite you to start from the beginning. There are too many jewels to miss. JOIN ME: ~ Get my weekly newsletter "Little Bits of Home Functionality." Intentionally short, you’ll get a video and a thought that poses questions about your space and your reason. ~ On Instagram ~ On Facebook ~ My boards on Pinterest ~ On TikTok ~ Schedule time with me HERE or visit me through my Home Coaching & Real Estate Website www.SpaceAndReason.com Sources & Reference———————————————- When the Waves Come Know your Glimmersfind treatment near you hereEpisode 5 linkwww.Instagram.com/TheChalkboardMagwww.Instagram.com/shetalkzzKINDLY leave a REVIEW for this podcast by simply clicking here and scrolling to the bottom until you see “WRITE A REVIEW” Legal Disclosure: Kristina Browning is a licensed Realtor in the State of Oregon with 503 Properties. “Home Functionality Coach” and "Create a Home that Thrives" are registered Trademarks of Kristina Browning.

Duration:00:35:59

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Ep. 80 | What is beautiful? Interior Designer Arlene Lord weighs in.

1/24/2024
What is beautiful to you? Are we truly tuning into what we love individually or are we following the herd with the beigification being fed to us about what is or isn’t good for resale? Ponder this with us as we consider taste and whether to refinish that dining room table with special guest, Interior Designer Arlene Lord. If you didn’t start listening at Episode 1, I invite you to start from the beginning. There are too many jewels to miss. JOIN ME: ~ Get my weekly newsletter "Little Bits of Home Functionality." Intentionally short, you’ll get a video and a thought that poses questions about your space and your reason. ~ On Instagram ~ On Facebook ~ My boards on Pinterest ~ On TikTok ~ Schedule time with me HERE or visit me through my Home Coaching & Real Estate Website www.SpaceAndReason.com Sources & Reference———————————————- Link to Episode 62HOURS: Mon - Thu │10AM - 5PM PST https://www.lordinteriordesign.com Lord Interior Design Instagram Lord Interior Design on LinkedIn Lord Interior Design on Facebook Legal Disclosure: Kristina Browning is a licensed Realtor in the State of Oregon with 503 Properties. “Home Functionality Coach” and "Create a Home that Thrives" are registered Trademarks of Kristina Browning.

Duration:00:42:03

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Ep. 79 | The Impact of Home Renovation Shows on our Decisions

1/17/2024
How do Home Renovation shows impact our idea of the "perfect" space? This episode is a collaboration with Dr. Adrienne Trier-Bieniek, Ph.D., Professor of Sociology at Valencia College in Florida. Let's think about what we are watching and how it influences us. A link to "MOST POPULAR: The Podcast" hosted by Adrienne Trier-Bieniek, Ph.D. JOIN ME: ~ Get my weekly newsletter "Little Bits of Home Functionality." Intentionally short, you’ll get a video and a thought that poses questions about your space and your reason. ~ On Instagram ~ On Facebook ~ My boards on Pinterest ~ On TikTok ~ Schedule time with me https://calendly.com/spaceandreason or visit me through my Home Coaching & Real Estate Website www.SpaceAndReason.com Sources & Reference———————————————- BiographyHGTV makes homes boring and sad. How HGVT became an Industry Juggernaut How 25 years of HGVT have transformed the Home IndustryKINDLY leave a REVIEW by simply clicking here and scrolling to the bottom until you see “WRITE A REVIEW” : Legal Disclosure: Kristina Browning is a licensed Realtor in the State of Oregon with 503 Properties. “Home Functionality Coach” and "Create a Home that Thrives" are registered Trademarks of Kristina Browning.

Duration:00:41:33

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Ep. 78 | VIDEO An Anxiety Inducing Kitchen Transforms

1/10/2024
When you look at my Home Functionality diagram of six lenses that I use when assessing home functionality, rarely is a problem isolated. Let’s talk about these six areas of thought as it pertains to a real-life kitchen and client. This episode is available in video form but you can also just listen if that suits you better. See this video in higher resolution on YouTube: https://youtu.be/88G8S42VasM Link to Episode 25: The KonMari Method JOIN ME: ~ Get my weekly newsletter "Little Bits of Home Functionality." Intentionally short, you’ll get a video and a thought that poses questions about your space and your reason. ~ On Instagram ~ On Facebook ~ My boards on Pinterest ~ On TikTok ~ Schedule time with me https://calendly.com/spaceandreason or visit me through my Home Coaching & Real Estate Website www.SpaceAndReason.com Legal Disclosure: Kristina Browning is a licensed Realtor in the State of Oregon with 503 Properties. “Home Functionality Coach” and "Create a Home that Thrives" are registered Trademarks of Kristina Browning.

Duration:00:34:30

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Ep. 77 | Your list of Priorities when Buying

1/3/2024
No matter if you are considering buying a new home in a month or in a year, thinking deeply about your list of priorities during your home search can be key in finding a home that will give you long-lasting happiness. Let’s think about some things that could help in making that list by asking ourselves some questions about our space and our reasons. JOIN ME: ~ Get my weekly newsletter "Little Bits of Home Functionality." Intentionally short, you’ll get a video and a thought that poses questions about your space and your reason. ~ On Instagram ~ On Facebook ~ My boards on Pinterest ~ On TikTok ~ Schedule time with me https://calendly.com/spaceandreason or visit me through my Home Coaching & Real Estate Website www.SpaceAndReason.com Sources & Reference———————————————- 1. Home Functionality Chart for reference 2. Episode 29; Your Home Office

Duration:00:20:34

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Ep. 76 | Year-End Home Reflection & Intention

12/28/2023
Let’s reflect on our home and set some intentions. This could be month-end at any point in the year, year-end or even transitioning to a new season. Maybe you lost your job, and have found a new one and you want to reset and start anew. This episode would be good for any of those scenarios and can be revisited as time goes on. Grab a piece of paper or your journal and a pencil. Enjoy the journey. JOIN ME: ~ Get my weekly newsletter "Little Bits of Home Functionality." Intentionally short, you’ll get a video and a thought that poses questions about your space and your reason. ~ On Instagram ~ On Facebook ~ My boards on Pinterest ~ On TikTok ~ Schedule time with me https://calendly.com/spaceandreason or visit me through my Home Coaching & Real Estate Website www.SpaceAndReason.com Sources & Reference———————————————- @earthlyeducation@jamesclearFinding and Clarifying your ValuesCreating fulfilling Outdoor SpacesLegal Disclosure: Kristina Browning is a licensed Realtor in the State of Oregon with 503 Properties. “Home Functionality Coach” and "Create a Home that Thrives" are registered Trademarks of Kristina Browning.

Duration:00:36:34

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Ep. 75 | The Story of owning a Historic Home

12/27/2023
Join me in talking with Kevin, owner of a historic home in Oregon City, Oregon called Ainsworth House & Gardens. If you are considering buying a historic home, what are some things I should know? JOIN ME: ~ Get my weekly newsletter "Little Bits of Home Functionality." Intentionally short, you’ll get a video and a thought that poses questions about your space and your reason. ~ On Instagram ~ On Facebook ~ My boards on Pinterest ~ On TikTok ~ Schedule time with me https://calendly.com/spaceandreason or visit me through my ~ Home Coaching & Real Estate Website www.SpaceAndReason.com Sources & Reference———————————————- Ainsworth Home & GardensEp. 10 of the Home Space and Reason podcastLegal Disclosure: Kristina Browning is a licensed Realtor in the State of Oregon with 503 Properties. “Home Functionality Coach” and "Create a Home that Thrives" are registered Trademarks of Kristina Browning.

Duration:00:37:37