Welcome back to The Crystal Paine Show! I am beyond thrilled to welcome my dear friend Kathi Lipp to the studio for this episode. Kathi and I have been in each other’s lives for a long time, and while our journeys have taken us down different paths, our friendship remains a constant. She joins me in this episode to talk about her new book, Sabbath Soup: Weekly Menus and Rhythms to Make Space for a Day of Rest, which is not just another cookbook; it’s a mindset shift, a practical guide, and a heartfelt invitation to tru...
Welcome back to The Crystal Paine Show! I am beyond thrilled to welcome my dear friend Kathi Lipp to the studio for this episode. Kathi and I have been in each other’s lives for a long time, and while our journeys have taken us down different paths, our friendship remains a constant. She joins me in this episode to talk about her new book, Sabbath Soup: Weekly Menus and Rhythms to Make Space for a Day of Rest, which is not just another cookbook; it’s a mindset shift, a practical guide, and a heartfelt invitation to truly embrace rest in a way that nourishes both the body and soul.
Kathi shares how her background, including growing up with a father who was a hoarder, helped form her understanding of hospitality and home life. Over the years, she has learned to declutter not just her physical space but also her schedule, realizing that creating meaningful connections didn’t have to come at the expense of exhaustion. Inspired by a conversation that she and I once had, she began to view the Sabbath not as an obligation but as a gift, with this book being the result: a framework for preparing ahead so that Sundays can truly be a day of rest.
Listen in as we talk about the practical side of this and how meal planning throughout the week leads to stress-free Sundays, why soup became Kathi’s go-to solution, and how small shifts in approach can make a real difference! Breaking down for us how the book is structured, including 28 weekly menus tailored to the seasons, she explains that it is designed to be simple and flexible for any household, and, of course, we discuss how planning ahead allows us to not only care for ourselves but also extend hospitality to others!
If you have ever felt like a Sabbath day is a luxury that you can’t afford, then I strongly encourage you to check out this conversation because it might just change your mind. Kathi’s approach is practical and realistic, no matter what stage of life you’re in. Join us for this discussion on making space for what truly matters, and don't forget to get yourself a copy of Kathi's book!
In This Episode
[0:35] - I am joined today by my good friend Kathi Lipp!
[3:36] - Kathi appreciates her slower-paced life in the mountains but remains open to possible changes in the future.
[5:10] - Decluttering has helped Kathi create meaningful connections, but embracing Sabbath rest transformed her life.
[8:39] - Kathi plans meals weekly to ensure that Sundays are open for rest and sharing food.
[11:38] - When did Kathi come up with the idea of a “sabbath soup”?
[13:45] - Kathi reveals that her new book Sabbath Soup has twenty-eight weekly menus.
[15:27] - Kathi tailors meal planning to her needs, creatively making use of leftovers.
[18:59] - Inspired by past kindness, Kathi keeps supplies ready to help neighbors in difficult times.
[22:40] - I share how a friend's simple act of bringing banana bread deeply moved me during a stressful time.
[23:58] - Offering food, even something store-bought, can be a simple yet meaningful act of kindness and support.
[25:24] - Hospitality doesn't require perfection, and inviting others to help makes gatherings feel more effortless.
[28:30] - Meeting people where they are and addressing their needs can truly make a lasting impact.
[31:17] - Serving her neighbor Paul, who risked his safety for others during the Caldor fire, brings Kathi immense joy.
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