Your Home is Either a Magnet or A Barrier | S1, Ep. 11 episode artwork

EPISODE · Jan 29, 2026 · 29 MIN

Your Home is Either a Magnet or A Barrier | S1, Ep. 11

from Live in Your Wheel House · host Kim Costa

Is your home designed for the relationships you say matter most—or is it accidentally pushing people away? In this episode, Kim shares the vulnerable story of Clarity Farm, her beautiful but isolated dream home that taught her the most expensive lesson of her real estate career: a house without people is just a structure.Discover how to assess your Family and Friends spoke through Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs, from the basics of kitchen flow and dining capacity all the way to legacy-building spaces that anchor family traditions for generations. Kim breaks down the six levels—Physiological, Safety, Love and Belonging, Esteem, Cognitive, and Self-Actualization—showing you exactly how your home either supports or sabotages your most important relationships.Take the 10-question Family and Friends Assessment to score where you stand, then learn from Wheel House Hall of Fame inductees Chip and Joanna Gaines, who walked away from their hit show at its peak to put family first—and built an even bigger empire because of it.This isn't about having a perfect home. It's about having an intentional one. Because life is short, kids grow up, parents age, and time doesn't wait for the perfect renovation. The time to create space for connection is now.Ready to align your home with the people you love? Pre-order "Live in Your Wheel House" at liveinyourwheelhouse.com and get the full Wheel House Assessment, bonus content, and community access.Live in Your Wheel House explores how aligning your home with who you are right now or who you are becoming can transform everything. Each episode features takeaways and stories that reveal how intentional spaces support growth, clarity and connection. If you enjoy the show, please leave a quick, five star review - it helps us bring you more inspiring conversations.Go to Kim's website for the Lifestyle Lift Assessment.Order Kim's book at any book retailer and get $300 in book bonuses free at: https://liveinyourwheelhousebook.comFollow Kim on InstagramFollow Kim on FacebookFollow Kim on LinkedInFollow Kim on TikTokPodcast Disclaimer: Stories on this show are inspired by real life experiences, but all names and details have been changed to protect privacy. Any resemblance to real people is coincidental. This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not financial, medical or psychological advice. Please seek a qualified professional for any financial, legal, or health concerns. 

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