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Maximized Minimalist Podcast

Maximized Minimalist Podcast

著者： Katy Wells
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 You've decluttered before…so why does the mess keep coming back? You've done the checklists, the bins, the late-night cleanouts—only to find yourself right back where you started. It's not your fault. You've just never been taught to declutter in a way that actually works long-term. The Maximized Minimalist is the go-to podcast for women ready to declutter their homes, lighten their mental load, and finally feel in control of their space—and their life. With over 5 million listens and a spot in the Top 50 global podcasts, host and holistic decluttering expert Katy Wells shares a fresh take on what it really means to clear the clutter—physically, mentally, and emotionally. Whether you're: ✔️ Drowning in laundry and clutter ✔️ Feeling behind on everything (including your own to-do list) ✔️ Tired of organizing the same space over and over ✔️ Or just craving a calmer, more peaceful home This show will help you go from overwhelmed to in control—without the pressure to be perfect. Inside each episode, you'll get: ✔️Practical strategies you can implement in 10 minutes or less ✔️Mindset shifts to help you let go (even of the sentimental stuff) ✔️Encouragement to quiet the guilt, the "what ifs," and the mental load ✔️And simple systems to help you keep the progress going You might be wondering: "How do I get my family on board?" "What if I have emotional attachments to everything?" "Why do I declutter and it still doesn't feel 'done'?" "Can I really simplify when life feels so full?" These are the exact questions Katy answers every week—with honesty, real-life examples, and step-by-step guidance that actually works for busy families. Whether you're deep in clutter or just craving a little more breathing room—you're in the right place. 🎧 New episodes every Wednesday 🎁 Start simplifying with Katy's FREE guide: https://www.katyjoywells.com/declutter 📲 Learn more at: https://www.katyjoywells.com Ready, Set, Simplify!The Maximized Minimalist 2025 個人的成功 心理学 心理学・心の健康 自己啓発 衛生・健康的な生活
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  • 339: Why Fresh Starts Fail And What Actually Works Instead

    339: Why Fresh Starts Fail And What Actually Works Instead
    2025/12/17

    📚 PRE-ORDER MY NEW BOOK

    Making Home Your Happy Place: The Real-Life Guide to Decluttering Without the Overwhelm releases February 17th.

    Pre-order now to receive exclusive bonus goodies—simple, supportive tools you can start using right away.

    👉 Pre-Order wherever books are sold

    🎯 TAKE THE FREE DECLUTTERING STYLE QUIZ

    Discover your personal Decluttering Style and get a clear, realistic starting plan that actually fits your life.

    👉 Take the free quiz

    Every January, we're sold the same promise: New year, new you.

    Fresh motivation. Big plans. A clean slate.

    But what if the "fresh start" was never designed to work in the first place?
    And what if the reason it hasn't worked for you has nothing to do with discipline, motivation, or willpower?

    In this episode, I'm unpacking why traditional January resets fail so consistently—and what actually creates lasting change instead. We're talking about motivation myths, generic plans that ignore real life, and why trying to declutter (or change anything) alone is one of the biggest reasons people get stuck.

    I'm also sharing the real story of a client (Evie) whose yearly January reset cycle left her feeling defeated, ashamed, and convinced something was wrong with her—until she tried a completely different approach.

    If you've ever felt hopeful on January 1st… only to feel discouraged by January 18th, this episode is for you.

    What You'll Learn

    • Why most New Year's resolutions fail by mid-January (and the exact date most people quit)

    • The cultural myth behind "fresh starts" and why it quietly blames you when it fails

    • Why motivation is not a strategy—and what actually sustains progress

    • The three core reasons January resets almost always fall apart

    • How generic decluttering plans work against busy families

    • Why real change rarely happens in isolation

    • The difference between a heroic push and a sustainable system

    • What finally helped one mom break out of the January-reset cycle for good

    • How shifting the method (not yourself) changes everything

    Want Support Instead of Another January Reset?

    If this episode resonated and you're done repeating the same cycle, applications are now open for The Inner Circle—my 90-day coaching experience.

    Inside, you'll get:

    • A personalized decluttering plan built around your life

    • Support and accountability Monday–Friday

    • Help navigating stuck points (because everyone gets stuck)

    • A realistic, sustainable approach—no PTO required, no weekend marathons

    🗓 Starts January 5
    👥 Limited to 25 women
    📝 Application only (open now through January 1 or until full)

    👉 Apply to work with me 1-on-1 in the Inner Circle

    If your fresh starts have failed before, please hear this clearly:

    It was never you.

    You don't need fixing.
    You don't need more willpower.
    You don't need a new identity.

    You need a method that actually works for real life.

    I'm cheering for you—and I'll see you in the next episode.

    Ready, set, simplify. 💛
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    23 分
  • 338: What to Do With Unwanted Gifts (Without the Guilt)

    338: What to Do With Unwanted Gifts (Without the Guilt)
    2025/12/15
    📚 PRE-ORDER MY NEW BOOK! Making Home Your Happy Place: The Real Life Guide to Decluttering Without the Overwhelm releases February 17th! Pre-order now and receive exclusive bonus goodies—simple, supportive tools you can apply right away through the holiday season and beyond! 👉 Pre-Order Your Copy Today! 🎯 TAKE THE FREE QUIZ! Discover your unique Decluttering Style and get personalized tips that actually work for YOU. 👉 Take the Decluttering Style Quiz Somewhere right now, there's a decorative ceramic rooster sitting in the back of a closet—kept out of guilt, obligation, or fear of hurting someone's feelings. In today's episode, we're finally setting that rooster free. I'm sharing a simple, compassionate 3-step framework for letting go of unwanted gifts without guilt, why holding onto gifts we don't want isn't gratitude (it's fear), and how to separate the intention behind a gift from the object itself. We'll talk about the emotional beliefs that keep unwanted gifts stuck in our homes—and I'll even give you a simple script for what to say if Aunt Linda ever asks where her rooster went. If you've ever smiled, said "thank you," and then wondered what am I supposed to do with this now?—this episode is for you. What You'll Learn The 3-step framework for letting go of unwanted gifts Why over half of Americans receive unwanted gifts—and what usually happens to them The hidden belief that makes letting go of gifts feel so hard Why keeping unwanted gifts isn't gratitude—it's emotional self-protection How to separate the gift from the giver without damaging relationships A personal story about a childhood necklace and the mindset shift that changed everything The difference between honoring someone's intention and storing the object forever Exactly what to say if the gift-giver asks about it later (yes, I give you a script) Key Takeaways Gratitude does not require permanent storage. You can appreciate the thought behind a gift without keeping the item itself. Unwanted gifts often stay because we fear awkward conversations—not because we value them. The object carried the sentiment, but once received, the sentiment lives in you, not the thing. Letting go of gifts you don't want is not rejection—it's stewardship. Keeping something out of obligation only creates clutter in your home and your head. Mini Challenge Before the Holidays Open one closet today and find your version of the ceramic rooster. Ask yourself: Do I actually use or enjoy this? Am I keeping it because I want it—or because I feel like I should? If the giver knew I was keeping this out of obligation, would they want that for me? Then decide: donate, re-gift, or set a clear deadline. Want to Go Deeper? Join Clutter Cure Club Want to create a home that feels light, peaceful, and aligned with real life? Inside CCC, we turn tiny shifts (like today's reset) into lasting rhythms that stick. 👉 Join me inside the Clutter Cure Club (https://www.katyjoywells.com/clutter-cure-club) Join the Ready, Set, Simplify Newsletter Over 35,000 women read it weekly for clutter-busting tips, mindset support, and doable steps to simplify your home. 👉 Sign up here (https://www.katyjoywells.com/simplify) Come Say Hi on Instagram Real-life simplicity, behind-the-scenes, and encouragement. @katyjoywells Interested in Working with Me 1:1? Join the Inner Circle Waitlist If you're thinking, "I know what to do, I just can't seem to follow through," or clutter keeps coming back no matter how much you reset—this is your next step. The Inner Circle opens once a year, and waitlisters get first access. Applications open mid-December. 👉 Join the waitlist (https://www.katyjoywells.com/innercircle) Go find your ceramic rooster. Let it fly (even if roosters technically can't). Make the decision. I'll see you in the next episode. 💛
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    18 分
  • 337: Sentimentality, Letting Go, and What Home Teaches Us with Andrew Wells

    337: Sentimentality, Letting Go, and What Home Teaches Us with Andrew Wells
    2025/12/10
    📚 PRE-ORDER MY NEW BOOK! Making Home Your Happy Place: The Real Life Guide to Decluttering Without the Overwhelm releases February 17th! Pre-order now and receive exclusive bonus goodies—simple, supportive tools you can apply right away through the holiday season and beyond! 👉 Pre-Order on Amazon 🎯 TAKE THE FREE QUIZ! Discover your unique Decluttering Style and get personalized tips that actually work for YOU. 👉 Take the Decluttering Style Quiz In this heartfelt episode, Andrew joins me to share the story of our unexpected mold crisis—one that forced us to let go of sentimental items, old hobbies, emotional keepsakes, and "someday" things… almost overnight. What started as a stressful, logistical nightmare in our basement turned into one of the clearest real-life lessons we've ever had about clutter, attachment, identity, and what truly matters. We're taking you behind the scenes of what it was really like to lose a space that held so many of our memories—Andrew's office, our wellness area, guest room, and our entire storage zone. What we learned surprised us both: what we missed, what we didn't, what stirred emotions we didn't expect, and what letting go made room for. If you've ever feared "What if I need this someday?" or felt stuck because everything feels meaningful… this conversation is going to feel like a warm exhale. What You'll Learn How our mold discovery forced a decluttering process we didn't choose—but deeply benefited from Why "I might need it someday" feels SO real… and how to see through that fear What sentimental items actually represent—and why letting go doesn't erase the memories Andrew's journey from "the guy with a hoarder-room" to someone who enjoys living with less Why time is often the most powerful tool when it comes to releasing emotional items How relationships, identity, and childhood experiences shape the way we hold on to stuff What to do when your partner's things trigger you (and vice versa) The surprising emotional layers behind trophies, t-shirts, rugs, and wedding keepsakes How decluttering actually makes many people more sentimental, not less Why a "good enough" home (not a perfect one) builds peace and connection Key Takeaways The memories don't live in the items. They live in you—and letting go cannot erase them. Sentimental clutter is deeply personal. What looks like "junk" to someone else may represent years of meaning you can't see on the surface. Your partner's pace matters. Slow, patient progress creates lasting change—pressure doesn't. Time does emotional heavy lifting. What once felt impossible to part with may someday feel neutral. Seasons of life shift what belongs in your home. Hobbies evolve, kids grow, needs change—and your home should adapt too. Letting go often creates more presence. You notice the life happening now, not just the life that already happened. A home that's "good enough" supports you far better than a home striving for perfection. Quotable Moment "When you get rid of stuff, it doesn't make you less sentimental—it makes you more sentimental in the moments that actually matter." — Andrew Wells The Most Powerful Stories From This Episode 🧡 Andrew's 5K T-shirts How a duffel bag of old race shirts turned into a lesson on fatherhood, memories, and what we really hold on to. And how two vintage Bulls shirts ended up becoming treasured keepsakes for our boys. 🧡 The Moroccan Rug A story about backpacking, freedom, and why a rug bought at 22 taught Andrew more about letting go at 42 than he ever expected. 🧡 Our Wedding Time Capsule What happened when we finally opened our handmade wedding box—14 years late—and why a moment of discomfort led to one of the clearest reminders of what matters most. 🧡 Parenting, Airsoft, and the "Junk" in the Garage Why the piles of pallets and gear that once felt like clutter now feel like connection, community, and exactly the kind of childhood we want our boys to remember. Join Clutter Cure Club Want to create a home that feels light, peaceful, and aligned with real life? Inside CCC, we turn tiny shifts (like today's reset) into lasting rhythms that stick. 👉 Join me inside the Clutter Cure Club (https://www.katyjoywells.com/clutter-cure-club) Join the Ready, Set, Simplify Newsletter Over 35,000 women read it weekly for clutter-busting tips, mindset support, and doable steps to simplify your home. 👉 Sign up here (https://www.katyjoywells.com/simplify) Come Say Hi on Instagram Real-life simplicity, behind-the-scenes, and encouragement. @katyjoywells Interested in Working with Me 1:1? Join the Inner Circle Waitlist If you're thinking, "I know what to do, I just can't seem to follow through," or clutter keeps coming back no matter how much you reset—this is your next step. The Inner Circle opens once a year, and waitlisters get first access. Applications open mid-December. 👉 Join the waitlist (https://www.katyjoywells.com/...
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    55 分
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