Maximized Minimalist Podcast
Katy Wells
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!
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
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Dec 16, 2020 • 8min
087: What Mindset Experts are Doing for a Better 2021
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
Dec 9, 2020 • 14min
086: Memorable Ways to Give Experience-Gifts
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
Dec 2, 2020 • 8min
085: If You Don't Have this 'Maybe' Bin, You're Missing Out
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
Nov 25, 2020 • 6min
084: My Secret Weapon to Declutter Even More
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
Nov 18, 2020 • 11min
083: 8 Reasons You Need to Set Gift-Giving Boundaries
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
Nov 11, 2020 • 11min
082: The Pressures of Traditional Gift-Giving
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
Nov 4, 2020 • 27min
081: 3 Ways to Identify the Root of Anxiety
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
Oct 28, 2020 • 9min
080: Expected Mess Vs. Clutter
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
Oct 21, 2020 • 36min
079: The Science of Play & What Toys Kids Really Need
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
Oct 14, 2020 • 13min
078: How to Break the Kids-Make-a-Mess, Mom-Cleans-It-Up Cycle
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
