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EPISODE · Mar 7, 2025 · 1H 9M

Marni Jameson - Rightsize Today to Create Your Best Life Tomorrow

from Tell Me Your Story · host Richard Dugan

https://www.marnijameson.com/ Marni Jameson, America’s most beloved home and lifestyle columnist, bestselling author, and one of the nation’s top experts on downsizing and rightsizing. Marni’s latest book, Rightsize Today to Create Your Best Life Tomorrow (HCI, 2024), is a transformative guide for those looking to simplify their homes and their lives as they enter new phases. Additionally, Marni is the author of the critically acclaimed Downsizing the Blended Home: When Two Households Become One, which provides expert advice for couples merging their lives—and homes—later in life. With warm, narrative-driven guidance, Marni tackles the emotional and practical aspects of combining households, helping couples navigate the transition with humor, heart, and practicality. Why Marni’s Message Matters: Marni offers practical tools and deep insights for audiences going through major life changes, such as downsizing, rightsizing, or blending households. Her fresh approach goes beyond typical decluttering advice by addressing emotional hurdles, offering actionable steps to create a life that reflects personal values and supports happiness. What Your Audience Will Gain: Rightsizing: A new mindset for simplifying life and making room for what truly matters. Blended Homes: Practical strategies for merging homes and lives after a relationship change, including how to navigate difficult emotional terrain. Smart Choices: How to make intentional decisions about belongings, and what to keep, let go of, or invest in for the future. Legacy and Belongings: Insights into how your belongings can leave a meaningful legacy for loved ones. Suggested Topics and Questions for Marni: The Rightsizing Mindset: What’s the difference between downsizing and rightsizing? Breaking Barriers: Why do possessions hold us back, and how can we let go? Blended Homes: What are the unique challenges when merging two households? Designing for Love: How do you redesign your home to reflect a new chapter in life? The Emotional Aspect of Downsizing: Why is it so hard to let go of things, and how can we work through it? Love First: What does “love first” mean when blending homes and lives? Creating “Your” Style: How can a couple find their shared style? Smart Home Decisions: Why is buying furniture together such a big deal for couples? Moving Forward: What’s the importance of staging when selling a home, and how does it impact the process? Marni’s relatable style and practical wisdom have been featured in The Wall Street Journal, Los Angeles Times, Publishers Weekly, and more. Let’s Schedule an Interview: Marni is available for interviews and would love to share her insights with your audience. Please let me know your preferred dates and times, and we’ll make the arrangements. About Marni Jameson: Marni Jameson is America’s most beloved home and lifestyle columnist, reaching 3 million readers weekly through her syndicated column, “At Home with Marni Jameson.” She is the author of seven bestselling books, including Rightsize Today to Create Your Best Life Tomorrow and Downsizing the Family Home, which offer practical advice with Marni’s signature humor and heart. A longtime journalist for the Los Angeles Times and Orlando Sentinel, Marni has also written for top outlet Woman’s Day. She’s a sought-after speaker and has appeared on NBC Nightly News, Fox & Friends, and Martha Stewart Living. Based in Winter Park, Florida, Marni balances running a healthcare nonprofit with creating a beautiful home for her blended family. Connect with Marni: Marni’s Blog | FACEBOOK: At Home With Marni Jameson | X (Twitter): @MarniAtHome | LinkedIn: Marni Jameson

https://www.marnijameson.com/ Marni Jameson, America’s most beloved home and lifestyle columnist, bestselling author, and one of the nation’s top experts on downsizing and rightsizing. Marni’s latest book, Rightsize Today to Create Your Best Life Tomorrow (HCI, 2024), is a transformative guide for those looking to simplify their homes and their lives as they enter new phases. Additionally, Marni is the author of the critically acclaimed Downsizing the Blended Home: When Two Households Become One, which provides expert advice for couples merging their lives—and homes—later in life. With warm, narrative-driven guidance, Marni tackles the emotional and practical aspects of combining households, helping couples navigate the transition with humor, heart, and practicality. Why Marni’s Message Matters: Marni offers practical tools and deep insights for audiences going through major life changes, such as downsizing, rightsizing, or blending households. Her fresh approach goes beyond typical decluttering advice by addressing emotional hurdles, offering actionable steps to create a life that reflects personal values and supports happiness. What Your Audience Will Gain: Rightsizing: A new mindset for simplifying life and making room for what truly matters. Blended Homes: Practical strategies for merging homes and lives after a relationship change, including how to navigate difficult emotional terrain. Smart Choices: How to make intentional decisions about belongings, and what to keep, let go of, or invest in for the future. Legacy and Belongings: Insights into how your belongings can leave a meaningful legacy for loved ones. Suggested Topics and Questions for Marni: The Rightsizing Mindset: What’s the difference between downsizing and rightsizing? Breaking Barriers: Why do possessions hold us back, and how can we let go? Blended Homes: What are the unique challenges when merging two households? Designing for Love: How do you redesign your home to reflect a new chapter in life? The Emotional Aspect of Downsizing: Why is it so hard to let go of things, and how can we work through it? Love First: What does “love first” mean when blending homes and lives? Creating “Your” Style: How can a couple find their shared style? Smart Home Decisions: Why is buying furniture together such a big deal for couples? Moving Forward: What’s the importance of staging when selling a home, and how does it impact the process? Marni’s relatable style and practical wisdom have been featured in The Wall Street Journal, Los Angeles Times, Publishers Weekly, and more. Let’s Schedule an Interview: Marni is available for interviews and would love to share her insights with your audience. Please let me know your preferred dates and times, and we’ll make the arrangements. About Marni Jameson: Marni Jameson is America’s most beloved home and lifestyle columnist, reaching 3 million readers weekly through her syndicated column, “At Home with Marni Jameson.” She is the author of seven bestselling books, including Rightsize Today to Create Your Best Life Tomorrow and Downsizing the Family Home, which offer practical advice with Marni’s signature humor and heart. A longtime journalist for the Los Angeles Times and Orlando Sentinel, Marni has also written for top outlet Woman’s Day. She’s a sought-after speaker and has appeared on NBC Nightly News, Fox & Friends, and Martha Stewart Living. Based in Winter Park, Florida, Marni balances running a healthcare nonprofit with creating a beautiful home for her blended family. Connect with Marni: Marni’s Blog | FACEBOOK: At Home With Marni Jameson | X (Twitter): @MarniAtHome | LinkedIn: Marni Jameson

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