Maximized Minimalist Podcast

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/