Maximized Minimalist Podcast

In today's brand new episode with NYT best-selling author, Greg McKeown, we dive into: -What is essentialism and why it's needed now, more than ever -How to decide what's essential when we're living in survival mode -How to discover where our energy is going and how to stop majoring in minor activities To subscribe to Greg's podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-essential-hosted-by-greg-mckeown/id1513285647 To sign up for my Clutter Challenge: https://www.katyjoywells.com/cluttercrusherchallenge

If you've been feeling unfocused, unmotivated, and bogged down by shame, today's episode is a MUST-LISTEN, it's part two to last week's, so if you haven't yet, start there. Knowing these FOUR ways to overcome clutter shame will empower you to let go. Get back on the course. Continue to simplify. And add fuel to your simplicity's fire. Enjoy! To sign up for my next 14-Day Clutter Challenge: https://www.katyjoywells.com/cluttercrusherchallenge

Tune in as I share what I've learned about clutter shame and offer you some reframes you can put into place today to save you some of the heartaches that I experienced. If you're ready to enjoy all of the benefits that come with releasing that shame, then this episode is for you.To sign up for my 14-Day Challenge: https://www.katyjoywells.com/cluttercrusherchallenge

Tune in as I dive into the most common reasons piles end up on your counters, how to create designated, intentional homes for your things and offer 5 solutions to STOP the dreaded "stuff shuffle" cycle. Enjoy! To sign up for my 14-Day Clutter Challenge: https://www.katyjoywells.com/cluttercrusherchallenge To cure toy mess: https://www.katyjoywells.com/toycourse For my most-popular declutter freebie: https://www.decluttersurvivalguide.com

Tune in to celebrate my 100th episode and to get a glimpse into my life pre-simplifying vs. my life, now. Thanks for being a dedicated listener of the show and for making me a Top-50 Podcast! To sign up for my next 14-Day Clutter Challenge: https://www.katyjoywells.com To sign up for my Toy Clutter Course: https://www.katyjoywells.com/toycourse For my FREE declutter guide: https://www.decluttersurvivalguide.com

Tune in to hear what watching The Real Housewives series taught me! (Yup, it *can be* an educational show. 😂😂😂) You'll learn: - how we subconsciously define ourselves by our STUFF - what we own, wear, buy, our income, etc. - and how that thinking gets us TRAPPED - what REALLY DOES define the person we are - 3 main factors that impact our identity + self-worth Enjoy! To join my next 14-Day Clutter Challenge: https://www.katyjoywells.com/cluttercrusherchallenge

Tune in to today's episode with special guest Jennifer Mary, personal stylist and podcast host of Everyday Style School. We dive into: - how to get over FOTO (fear of throwing out) - 3 simple things you can do to edit your closet RIGHT NOW - how our wardrobe is like an ATM - what to do with clothes that don't fit right now Enjoy! To tune into Jennifer's Podcast: https://youreverydaystyle.com/podcast/ To sign up for my next 14-Day Challenge: https://www.katyjoywells.com/cluttercrusherchallenge

Tune in to today's episode to: - hear a SUPER common mistake you're likely making in an attempt to get your spouse on board (I did it, too) - learn 4 concrete ideas to inspire them to get excited about decluttering - conversation starters to have if you want to stop being the manager of everyone's stuff To join my next 14-Day Challenge: https://www.katyjoywells.com/cluttercrusherchallenge To grab my Toy Clutter Cure System: https://www.katyjoywells.com/toycourse

Tune in as I share four types of "value lenses" we look through and how they determine what we buy, keep and get rid of. Understanding your value lens is key to simplifying success! To join my next 14-Day Clutter Challenge: https://www.katyjoywells.com/cluttercrusherchallenge Need Help With Toy Clutter?: https://www.katyjoywells.com/toycourse

Tune in as I share how to embrace everyday mess and key differences between everyday mess and clutter. To enroll in my 14-Day Clutter Challenge: https://www.katyjoywells.com/cluttercrusherchallenge

Tune in as I explore the concept of how giving our unwanted stuff directly to another person feels better for many of us and how giving to friends or family can be a double-edged sword. Plus, I share the ONE question you need to ask yourself to make sure you're giving stuff to others INTENTIONALLY. To enroll in my next 14-Day Clutter Challenge: https://www.katyjoywells.com/cluttercrusherchallenge To learn more about my programs: https://www.katyjoywells.com

Tune in as I share how a recent online shopping experience left me shook...and how I fell for the oldest trick in the book. I share what I learned and how I've pivoted! To join my next 14-Day Clutter Crusher Challenge: https://www.katyjoywells.com/cluttercrusherchallenge

Tune in as I review the many ways declutter guilt gets layered, how to "embrace the sting" and ways to move past that guilt toward a simpler home and life. To enroll in my next 14-Day Clutter Challenge: https://www.katyjoywells.com/cluttercrusherchallenge

Tune in as I share all the ways we pay for our stuff (hint: it's not just monetarily). To sign up for my next 14- Day Clutter Challenge: https://www.katyjoywells.com/cluttercrusherchallenge

Tune in as I chat with Jeannie from Your Color Guru about a NEW secret weapon for a streamlined wardrobe that you love and wear! To get 10% off Jeannie's services use code: clutterfree Learn more here: https://yourcolorguru.com/aff/13/ To sign up for my next 14-Day Clutter Challenge: https://www.katyjoywells.com/cluttercrusherchallenge

On the Maximized Minimalist Show today is New York Times Best Selling Author, Rachel Cruze, personal finance expert, and daughter of Dave Ramsey. Her newest book, called 'Know Yourself Know Your Money' is now available and I had the honor of talking about it with her on today's episode! You'll learn: -the different types of "money classrooms" and how they shape the way we handle money -the different types of major money tendencies we all have and why it's important to understand them -how to start shifting your money habits (and dropping the bad ones) Enjoy! To sign up for my next clutter challenge: https://www.katyjoywells.com/cluttercrusherchallenge

When we're buried in non-essentials, we can't focus on what truly matters or craft the life we want (happiness, contentment, whatever it is that is you desire). Listen in to this week's episode and learn: -What distracts us from our values -How to know if you're TRULY living out your values in real-life -Ways to feel more aligned, empowered, and on the path toward whatever it is you want in life or in this new year. To sign up for my next clutter challenge: https://www.katyjoywells.com/cluttercrusherchallenge

Tune in as I share the ONE thing that mindset experts are doing to get the most out of 2020 and have a more fruitful 2021. Happy Holidays! To join my next 14-Day Clutter Challenge: https://www.katyjoywells.com/cluttercrusherchallenge

Tune in as I share some of my favorite ways to give experience-gifts and make it unique and memorable for both the gift-giver and receiver! Cheers to a clutter-free Holiday Season filled with joy and memories! To sign up for my next 14-Day Challenge: https://www.katyjoywells.com/cluttercrusherchallenge Struggling with toy mess? Grab my Toy Clutter Cure Course: https://www.katyjoywells.com/toycourse

Tune in as I share Part 2 of my secret weapon to decluttering MORE and without any effort. By putting this SAME bin inside your home, you'll get rid of SO MUCH MORE! Enjoy! To join my next 14-Day Clutter Challenge: https://www.katyjoywells.com/cluttercrusherchallenge

Tune in to today's short and sweet episode to hear about the secret weapon I use to declutter without taking ANY TIME out of my day. To sign up for my NEXT 14-Day Clutter Challenge: https://www.katyjoywells.com/cluttercrusherchallenge

As joyful as holidays can be, they can also be filled with anxiousness, stress and straight-up dread about the amounts of stuff you or your child may be receiving. Tune in as I share all the powerful reasons you should establish gift-giving boundaries with your loved ones and how it benefits everyone in the long run! To join my NEXT 14-Day Clutter Challenge: https://www.katyjoywells.com/cluttercrusherchallenge

Tune in as I review common reasons you may feel pressured to give gifts during the holiday season. Get inspired to re-think the holidays and shift your perspective on traditional gift-giving. Enjoy! To sign up for my popular 14-Day Clutter Challenge: https://www.katyjoywells.com/cluttercrusherchallenge

Tune in as I talk with Tara Bixby from the Courageously U Podcast as she shares how we can help ourselves identify where our anxiety is coming from and how to heal from it. Enjoy! To enroll in my 14-Day Clutter Challenge: https://www.katyjoywells.com/cluttercrusherchallenge To learn more about Tara's course: https://courageously-u.mykajabi.com/pl/152015

Tune in as I dispel a common decluttering myth and share important differences you need to know between what I call "expected mess" and clutter. To join my next 14-Day Clutter Challenge: https://www.katyjoywells.com/cluttercrusherchallenge To get instant access to my Toy Clutter Cure Course currently on sale: https://www.katyjoywells.com/toycourse

Tune in as I chat with Caley Kukla, M. Ed, about the importance of play, ways to nurture independent play and our favorite toys that facilitate open-ended, meaningful play! To sign up for our upcoming webinar: https://www.caleykukla.com/the-truth-about-toys-workshop To purchase my Toy Clutter Cure System: https://www.katyjoywells.com/toycourse

Tune in as I give a sneak-peek of my brand new toy clutter course. The kid-tested, step-by-step system for moms to take back control and cure toy clutter once and for all. To learn more go to: https://www.katyjoywells.com/toycourse

"Katy what's your process for solving toy clutter? I'm tired of walking into my son's room and not seeing the floor." Sincerely, - a mom who's tempted to throw out all the toys. In today's episode, I share the 4 stages of taking over toy clutter so you can regain your time and energy. To learn more about my Toy Clutter Cure System go here: https://www.katyjoywells.com/toycourse

Tune in as I share this weird declutter trick I discovered that helps eliminate overwhelm in the declutter process! To find out more about my Toy Clutter Cure System go here: https://www.katyjoywells.com/toycourse

I know firsthand how depression and anxiety can lend their hand to clutter chaos. The clutter stressed me out but the thought of decluttering felt so overwhelming that I didn't take action. I felt paralyzed and ill-equipped. Tune in as I share 3 ways to declutter while battling depression or anxiety.

Tune in to hear the five questions I use when deciding to keep vs. not to keep and real-life examples of how I very recently (last week!) used these EXACT questions to help me! To learn more about my upcoming toy clutter course: https://www.katyjoywells.com/toycourse

Tune in as I share five proven ways to shortcut the declutter process and dare I say, make it enjoyable! To learn more about my 14-Day Challenge: https://www.katyjoywells.com/cluttercrusherchallenge

Tune in as I talk about the most powerful and effective way to change our behaviors to get the results that we want! Enjoy! To join my 14-day challenge: https://www.katyjoywells.com/cluttercrusherchallenge

Today on the show I'm hanging with Conni Jespersen, San Diego based personal wardrobe stylist. We dive into: - How to define your personal style descriptors - How using style descriptors will help you edit your closet and save you lots of $$$$ - What to do with clothes that don't fit, when your weight fluctuates To sign up for my 14-Day Clutter Challenge Go Here: https://www.katyjoywells.com/cluttercrusherchallenge Find more from Conni at: https://www.artinthefind.com

Tune in as we continue August's Identify & Reframe Series and I share how to overcome more false narratives that slow or stop our simplifying journey. To sign up for my next 14 Day Challenge Go Here! https://www.katyjoywells.com/cluttercrusherchallenge

Tune in as I continue this month's topic series of Identifying and Reframing thoughts that keep us stuck in our simplifying journey. Today's episode is focused on retail therapy and how we can combat impulse purchases. Enjoy! Follow me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MaximizedMinimalist Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katyjoywells/

Do you ever have fears around decluttering? -Fear of letting go -Fear of regret -Fear of wasting money -Fear of [fill in the blank].... I've been there, too, and then I recognized all of that fear was keeping me stuck. Tune in as I dive into: How identifying and reframing the scarcity mindset will allow you to amplify your declutter success!

Tune in as Lizzy Ensor, mama and homeschooling expert, joins me for Part 2. We cover: - Three amazing questions to ask yourself to decide: "To homeschool or not to homeschool?" - Where to get started, how to piece together curriculums - Her favorite homeschool resources including books, online groups curriculums, etc. to help get you started! Follow Lizzy: https://www.instagram.com/lizzyloveshealth/ Simplify more with me: https://www.instagram.com/katyjoywells/

On the show today is Lizzy Ensor, mama and homeschooling expert. We cover: - Her experience growing up homeschooled and why she chose to homeschool her two children - How to know if homeschooling is right for your family - We debunk common homeschool myths and generalizations Follow Lizzy at: https://www.instagram.com/lizzyloveshealth/ To simplify your home visit me at: https://www.instagram.com/katyjoywells

Tune in as I welcome back Caley Kukla, childhood development expert, about how to play with our children, especially for those of us it does not come naturally to. She offers incredibly insightful ways to help us connect not only with our children but with ourselves. Check out more from Caley at http://playwithpurposefl.com/ Check out more simplifying resources from me: https://www.katyjoywells.com/homepage

Tune in as I discuss the Diderot Effect and how this little-known phenomenon negatively impacts our spending habits. Enjoy!

Tune in as I share three of my favorite questions to ask as I'm decluttering. It's never enough to simply declutter, we must learn from our clutter, too!

Tune in as I discuss six hard truths about clutter that will help motivate you and get you to the next phase in your declutter journey! Enjoy!

Need a good laugh? Tune in to some downright silliness as Erica from The Mom Break Podcast and I take a mom break together and get to know each other through a series of random (and usually, embarrassing) questions in a game called 'Ice Breaker'.

Tune in as I talk with Ali Damron, an expert in women's hormones and stress. We dive into: - 3 common mistakes women make when it comes to managing their stress and hormones - GOOD stress (yep, there's such a thing!) versus BAD stress - How stress shows up in our bodies and what to do about it

Do you struggle with decluttering sentimental items? You are not alone! In this episode, I help you identify and reframe those thoughts that so often stop us in our tracks while handling sentimental items so that you can continue on your journey of finding joy through less.

Tune in as I talk with Katie Alexander, author of the book This One's for the Working Mama. We'll be diving into: - How to create a supportive village and network + her unique solutions to do this -Finding a way to set your soul free from the bondage of guilt over being a working mom - Handling the challenges with grace that arise from being a working mom Whether you're working by choice or necessity, you've got this, mama.

Tune in as I talk with Sami Womack, creator of the Your Sunny Money Method and budget whiz. ​ On today's Maximized Minimalist podcast episode we dive into: -Debt-free & saving strategies​ -How to become more intentional with our money​ -Perspective shifts we ALL need to make about $$$​, especially NOW

On today's episode I'm sharing 3 Declutter Hacks to Simplify Your Home in 10 Minutes or Less a Day! Remember, it's not about flash-in-the-pan weekend purges that give you your sanity back for a few weeks - it's about DAILY HABITS (like the ones I share in this episode) and getting 1% better every day that will help you MOST in the long term when it comes to simplifying your home and life. Let's bring some calm into your world and KEEP it that way.

Tune in as I chat with Jo Ellen Woods about how to build a smart and versatile closet, her best online shopping tips and how to be a minimalist (even if you have kids!) Enjoy! http://www.iamjoellen.com/