Maximized Minimalist Podcast

Maximized Minimalist Podcast

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!

Episodes

July 2, 2025 15 mins

Because sometimes even a decluttered home can feel like… too much.


🔥 PSST—QUICK HEADS UP: The Clutter Cure Course is 50% off this week only!
In honor of Independence Day,...

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Packing light shouldn’t feel like rocket science… or like you’re prepping for the runway.
This week, I’m walking you through my exact minimalist travel system—no overpacking, no stress, and zero suitcase regrets.


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Wait… buying things in a minimalist lifestyle?
Yep. We’re going there.

If you’ve ever felt guilty for buying something new—even something that actually made your life easier—this episode is for you.

Because decluttering isn’t about never buying again.

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Ever feel like the world’s designed to keep you anxious… and stuck?

You’re not alone. And today’s guest—Martha Beck, best-selling author and world-renowned life coach—is here to show us a gentler way forward.

In this episode, Martha shares the soul-soothing,

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If you’ve ever felt torn between wanting to improve yourself and just wanting to be… this episode is for you.

I sat down with Gretchen Rubin—best-selling author, researcher, and self-knowledge expert—to unpack some of her most powerful insights from her book,

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Ever looked around your house and thought, “Where would I even start?”

Maybe the idea of decluttering feels overwhelming—like you need a whole weekend, a label maker, and a small army to make progress.

But what if I told you that big results don’t require big time?

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Do you feel like your body is constantly on high alert—even when nothing’s technically wrong?

Or maybe you wake up already tired, feel wired-but-exhausted by 2 PM, and no matter how much you “rest,” it never feels like enough?

You're not broken, friend. You're likely stuck in Read more

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☀️ Ready for a calmer, lighter summer? Let’s make that happen—starting with your stuff.

If summer’s approaching and you’re already feeling behind—hello, cluttered counters, mystery sunscreen stash, and overflowing school papers—this episode is your roadmap to reset.

In this episode, I’m walking you thr...

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📦 You finally cleared the clutter.
🧺 Your routines are smoother.
⏳ You’ve carved out breathing room.

But now what?

If you've ever found yourself staring at an empty shelf... or sitting in a tidy room… and feeling strangely un...

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“I know what I need to do… I’m just not doing it.”
If that sounds like something you’ve said lately, friend—you’re in good company.

Whether it's decluttering, tackling your to-do list, or finally organizing that one room that’s driving you nuts, knowing what to do isn’t always the hard part. It’s actually doing it.
So… why do we freeze? Why do we scroll instead of sort? Why do we put off the one drawer that could take 5 minutes to ...

If you’ve ever felt exhausted but couldn’t explain why…
If you’ve ever thought, “I’m doing all the right things, but I still don’t feel like me”...
If the word burnout feels a little too real lately...

This episode is a must-listen. 💛

I’m joined by Dr. Ashley Rath—a functional medicine practitioner, mom of three, and Midwest gal after my own heart—to unpack what burnout really is (hint: it’s not just being tired) and how to finall...

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Ever cleared your kitchen counters… only to blink and find them cluttered again? 😩

You are not imagining it—there’s a reason every surface in your home seems to magically collect stuff. It’s called the Countertop Clutter Magnet ...

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Ever feel like you have a closet full of clothes and still nothing to wear? 🙋‍♀️ You’re not alone—and if you're constantly buying new pieces hoping this will be the outfit that finally makes you feel confident, this episode is for you.

I used to believe that creating a wardrobe I loved meant buying more. But the truth? No amount of shopping fixed that feeling. It wasn’t until I stopped asking “What do I need to buy?” and started a...

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Can you believe it? 300 episodes! What started as a simple mission to help women declutter has grown into a movement—one filled with transformation, growth, and more "aha" moments than I ever imagined.

To celebrate this milestone, I’m sharing the three biggest lessons I’ve learned after all these conversations and coaching sessions. If you’ve ever wondered what it really means to simplify, this one’s for y...

Let’s talk about that feeling. The one where you're managing doctor's appointments, school events, birthday gifts, grocery lists, carpool logistics—and yet somehow, it still looks like you're "just" staying on top of life. But under the surface? It’s heavy. It’s exhausting. It’s invisible.

In today’s conversation, I sat down with Dr. Morgan Cutlip (yes, again—and you’ll see why!) to talk about her brand-ne...

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Hey friend, I just got back from our annual camping trip to Hunting Island State Park, and it reminded me of something important—slower moments hold the most joy. Wandering the beach, looking for shark teeth, watching the kids play—no rush, no distractions, just being present. And I realized: Why do these moments feel so peaceful, and how can we bring more of them into everyday life?

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    If you’ve ever wondered why maintaining an organized home feels impossible (despite your best efforts), today’s episode is for you! We’re diving deep into spring cleaning, clutter-busting, and simple systems that actually stick—without the overwhelm.

    My guest is none other than [Guest’s Name], the brilliant mind behind the Clutterbug organizing styles, and she’s sharing her game-changing approach to settin...

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    Ever feel like you’re stuck in an all-or-nothing cycle when it comes to fitness, mindset, or even just keeping up with life? You’re not alone. Today, I’m sitting down with Emily Long, the creator of the STRONGER framework, to talk about a simpler, more sustainable approach to fitness and life—one that Read more

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    Ever Open Your Closet and Feel Defeated? You’re Not Alone.

    We’ve all been there. You catch a glimpse of that pair of jeans you swore you’d fit into again, or the untouched art supplies that were going to make you the next Picasso. But instead of feeling motivated, you feel a little stuck—maybe even guilty. If that sounds familiar, then, friend, this episode is for you.

    Today, we’re talking about aspirational clutter—the stuff we ho...

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    Is Your Digital Life a Mess? Let’s Fix That.

    If your inbox is overflowing, your desktop is a disaster, and your cloud storage feels like a black hole, you’re not alone. Digital clutter is just as overwhelming as physical clutter—and yet, so many of us ignore it because, well, it’s

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