Maximized Minimalist Podcast

Potty training can be stressful ! The standoffs, the accidents, the power struggles and more. Andrea Olson, founder of Go Diaper Free, has helped over 100,000 families take the pressure out of it, with fewer diapers and a fraction of the stuff the baby aisle says you need. In this episode she walks us through what actually works, what you can skip entirely, and how to start from wherever you are r...

You know that feeling when you're standing in front of a closet full of clothes and somehow still thinking, "I have nothing to wear"? In this episode, we're talking about why a packed closet can make getting dressed way harder and why buying one more "perfect" piece usually doesn't fix it. I'm sharing what my much smaller 90s closet taught me about creativity, why we've been taught how to shop but...

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If you've ever felt like you need to duplicate yourself just to keep up with all the appointments, meals, laundry, and mental gymnastics of running your home, this conversation is for you. Kelly Hubbell, founder of Sage Haus, wrote down every job it takes to run her household and it came out to more than 20 hours a week (!!!!) In this episode, Kelly breaks down exactly what a house manager is, why...

If your closet feels frustrating and you can't figure out why, this episode might be the reason. I was recently quoted in Real Simple Magazine on this exact topic, and the data in your closet right now is the freshest it'll be all year. Seven specific things to look at before fall hits, Let's GO!! 🎯 Take the free Decluttering Style Quiz + get your custom 3-step action plan → home.katyjoywells.com...

The mental load is real. But lately I've been asking myself a question: is all the content online about the mental load - actually helping me - or is it making me *more* resentful? That question got even louder after I recently broke my toe (OUCH!!) and suddenly couldn't do all the things I normally do around our house. Today I chat about what I noticed when my family stepped up, the surprising re...

If you've ever set up a gorgeous organizing system only to watch it fall apart two weeks later, Cas is about to explain exactly why! We get into landing zones, fridge organization, her paper system, command centers, a kitchen setup trick that's all about moving your feet less (trust me on this one), and her famous "crap catcher" bin, which might be the most genius thing I've heard all year! Fair w...

Here's something that *genuinely* surprised me when I started decluttering years ago: only a SMALL percent of what's sitting on most kitchen counters is actually CLUTTER. The rest is something else entirely...which is exactly why clearing it off never seems to stick. In this episode I'll walk you through what's really landing there and exactly what to do with each one, so your counters can finally...

Does the thought of decluttering feel exhausting before you've even started? Do we *really* need marathon weekends and big purges to do this "right"? And how do you make actual progress in a season where getting dinner on the table already feels like a lot? I'm answering all of it in today's episode, plus the exact questions and strategies to use so you can keep making progress, even on the days y...

If your closet feels cluttered & frustrating and you can't figure out why, this episode might be the reason. In this episode: 👗 What a vintage jacket taught me about the power we give to sizing 🪞 The connection between body image and closet clutter that nobody talks about 💬 What happened when a friend refused to buy the next size up 🧠 Why understanding that "it's just a number" never actually...

The shift from summer to school is one of the biggest rhythm changes your family goes through all year - let's head into it with more ease! In this episode: 🧹 The four resets that help bring your home back to baseline before the school year piles on 🚪 How to set up your drop zone (and secondary drop zone) so getting out in the morning stops being the hardest part of your day 📄 The uber-simple p...

There's a window of time where clutter suddenly becomes SO much easier to deal with that the decisions practically make themselves! Most people miss it completely, but after this episode, you'll catch it every single time. We chat about: 🧠 The brain science behind why you stop seeing your own clutter (and why it's still draining you even when you can't)  📱 My favorite hack for capturing clarity...

There's a kind of tired that sleep alone won't fix. The kind where you wake up already behind, push through the day on caffeine and adrenaline, and collapse at night with your mind still racing. Most of us have come to call this normal life. But what if it isn't? In this episode, I'm joined by Kerstin Lindquist, host of the StRest podcast, certified health coach, and former QVC host, who is doing...

When your child is grown, what do you hope they'll remember about how it felt to be around you? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Cassidy Freitas, licensed marriage and family therapist and author of Mom Needs a Moment, and we get into this question and so much more. How to identify and break the cycles you don't want to pass on, what presence (actually) looks like and what legacy really means...

If you've ever stood in your home holding something and thought "I don't know if I should keep this or not," this episode will change that. One question that works as a filter in every room of your home. Once you start using it, you will start making faster progress! 🫧 AirDoctor Air Purifier → home.katyjoywells.com/airdoctor (use code MAX for up to $300 off) 🎯 Take the free Decluttering Style Qu...

Happiness might be the most expensive word in the English language. We chase it, buy things in its name, and rearrange our lives trying to get closer to it. In this episode, I sit down with Erin Port, author of Tiny Tweaks, Happy Life, and we talk about why the big overhaul never works, why happiness guideposts are key, and where to start when you're so depleted you're not even sure what makes you...

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🧡 READY FOR MORE SUPPORT? JOIN CLUTTER CURE CLUB If you're tired of feeling like you're constantly managing your home, your schedule, your emotions, and everyone else's needs… this is where we go deeper. Inside Clutter Cure Club, you'll get: Monthly decluttering plans Real-life systems that actually work in busy seasons Mindset support and decision-making tools Access to 100+ resources A supporti...

🧡 READY FOR MORE SUPPORT? JOIN CLUTTER CURE CLUB If you're ready to stop restarting every few months and finally build a home that stays manageable, this is where we go deeper. Inside Clutter Cure Club, you'll get: Step-by-step decluttering plans Real-life strategies that work in busy seasons Decision-making tools to help you let go faster Access to 70+ resources A supportive community that truly...

🧡 READY FOR MORE SUPPORT? JOIN CLUTTER CURE CLUB If this episode hit home and you're ready to actually follow through on these shifts, this is where we go deeper. Inside Clutter Cure Club, you'll get: Monthly step-by-step plans Real-life decluttering strategies A supportive community that gets it Access to 100+ resources ✨ This month's resource: Kids + Toy Clutter Guide (includes scripts for whe...

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📚  ORDER MY NEW BOOK Making Home Your Happy Place: The Real-Life Guide to Decluttering Without the Overwhelm. 👉  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 6 Closet Rules That Make Your Mornings Easier (Without a Full Overhaul) Have...

📚  ORDER MY NEW BOOK Making Home Your Happy Place: The Real-Life Guide to Decluttering Without the Overwhelm. 👉  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 The Emotional Clutter You're Passing Down (And How to Break the Cycle) We spe...

📚  ORDER MY NEW BOOK Making Home Your Happy Place: The Real-Life Guide to Decluttering Without the Overwhelm. 👉  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 Can't Stay Focused While Decluttering? Here's How to Know When to Stay, Switc...

📚  ORDER MY NEW BOOK Making Home Your Happy Place: The Real-Life Guide to Decluttering Without the Overwhelm. 👉  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 The Indoor Epidemic: Why Being Inside Too Much Is Affecting Your Health (and...