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 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!The Maximized Minimalist 2025 Igiene e vita sana Psicologia Psicologia e salute mentale Successo personale Sviluppo personale
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  • 344: Why "Try Harder" Doesn't Work for an ADHD Brain (And What Does) with Brooke Schnittman

    344: Why "Try Harder" Doesn't Work for an ADHD Brain (And What Does) with Brooke Schnittman
    Jan 21 2026

    📚 PRE-ORDER MY NEW BOOK

    Making Home Your Happy Place: The Real-Life Guide to Decluttering Without the Overwhelm releases February 17th.

    Pre-order now to receive exclusive bonus goodies — simple, supportive tools you can start using right away.

    👉 Pre-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

    If you've ever felt like you're working twice as hard as everyone else just to keep your head above water… this episode is going to feel like a deep exhale.

    Because when you're trying harder and harder—making more lists, getting more "disciplined," pushing yourself into new-year productivity mode—and it's still not working? That's not a character flaw. It's not laziness. And it's definitely not that you're "bad at adulthood."

    In today's conversation, I'm joined by Brooke Schnitman, executive function coach and former special education teacher with 20+ years of experience helping adults with ADHD stop fighting their brains and start working with them. Brooke was diagnosed with ADHD at 35, so she understands this from the inside out—and she explains why willpower isn't the problem… regulation is.

    We talk about the overwhelm/underwhelm cycle that keeps so many women stuck, how "all-or-nothing" thinking hijacks decluttering (and basically everything else), and the small, realistic shifts that help you build momentum—without burning out or spiraling into shame.

    If decluttering (or even just managing life) feels harder than it "should," this episode will help you finally understand why… and what to do instead.

    KEY TAKEAWAYS FROM THIS EPISODE: 1) "Try harder" backfires because ADHD isn't an effort problem—it's a regulation problem

    Brooke explains how ADHD brains can't reliably access willpower the same way, especially under stress. When you push harder, your nervous system floods, executive function shuts down, and the shame spiral kicks in.

    2) Underwhelm can be just as paralyzing as overwhelm—and it's sneakier

    Overwhelm looks like "too much." But underwhelm looks like "I'm bored, stuck, scrolling, restless… and I don't know why I can't start." Brooke shares how ADHD brains need the right level of stimulation to initiate action.

    3) Momentum comes from tiny wins (the "1% step"), not marathon motivation

    One small action creates a dopamine hit → which creates more action → which creates momentum → which creates confidence. You don't need a perfect plan. You need a next step you can actually do—and ideally, accountability to help you do it.

    Mentioned In This Episode

    Coaching with Brooke: https://www.coachingwithbrooke.com/

    Get Brooke's Book: https://www.coachingwithbrooke.com/activatebook

    Brooke's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachingwithbrooke/

    Ready to Simplify Even More? Start Here:

    🗞️ Join the Ready, Set, Simplify Newsletter
    Over 35,000 women read it weekly for clutter-busting tips, tiny mindset shifts, and practical steps to simplify your home and your life.
    👉 https://www.katyjoywells.com/simplify

    🧡 Loved this episode?
    Join me inside the Clutter Cure Club — where we take conversations like this even deeper, and I help you simplify everything.
    👉 https://www.katyjoywells.com/cluttercureclub-page837548

    📲 Come Say Hi on Instagram
    Behind-the-scenes, real-life simplicity, and lots of laughs.
    💛 @katyjoywells

    SUBSCRIBE & REVIEW

    If this episode helped you, I'd be so grateful if you'd take a moment to subscribe and leave a review on Apple Podcasts.
    Your support helps this show reach more women who need a simpler way forward. 💛
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    45 min
  • 343: When Decluttering Gets Hard: How to Tackle Decision Fatigue

    343: When Decluttering Gets Hard: How to Tackle Decision Fatigue
    Jan 14 2026

    📚 PRE-ORDER MY NEW BOOK

    Making Home Your Happy Place: The Real-Life Guide to Decluttering Without the Overwhelm releases February 17th.

    Pre-order now to receive exclusive bonus goodies — simple, supportive tools you can start using right away.

    👉 Pre-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

    When Decluttering Feels Impossible, It's Probably Decision Fatigue (Not Laziness)

    Have you ever started decluttering with good intentions… and then your brain just shuts down? You're staring at a pile thinking, "Why can't I just make a decision?" and suddenly everything feels hard — even the easy stuff.

    Most women assume they're unmotivated or undisciplined. But I want to offer a kinder explanation: your brain didn't run out of willpower — it ran out of decision-making energy.

    In today's episode, I walk you through what decision fatigue actually is, why it hits so fast during decluttering, and three simple strategies you can use to prevent that "stuck" feeling before it starts — or get yourself unstuck when you're already in it.

    January tends to bring fresh motivation… and also a lot of pressure. More goals, more tasks, more decisions, more everything. If you're already carrying a full mental load, decluttering can be the thing that pushes your brain over the edge.

    This episode will help you work with your brain instead of fighting it — so you can make steady progress without burnout, overwhelm, or the "I'll just do it later" spiral.

    KEY TAKEAWAYS FROM THIS EPISODE:

    1. Start with the no-brainers to build momentum
      Begin with superficial clutter — the items you already know you don't want (stained, broken, uncomfortable, mismatched). Quick wins give your brain proof and momentum before you tackle the "maybe" pile.

    2. Give your brain one job at a time
      Decision fatigue gets worse when you keep switching gears. Choose one category or one question (like "Is this functional and usable?") and repeat it — your brain can handle rhythm far better than constant mental toggling.

    3. Use scripts so you don't negotiate with yourself
      Open-ended questions lead to spiraling when you're tired. A simple pre-decided script gives structure and keeps you moving—especially with scarcity clutter, sentimental items, or aspirational "future self" pieces.

    4. Use these strategies proactively and reactively
      Start your session with them to prevent shutdown — and if you hit a wall mid-declutter, switch back to no-brainers, narrow your job, or pull out a script to get moving again.

    5. Progress comes from steadiness, not marathons
      You don't need to finish the whole closet today. You need a method that helps you stay clear-headed long enough to make consistent decisions — one small set at a time.

    1. decisions easier.

    Ready to Simplify Even More? Start Here:

    🗞️ Join the Ready, Set, Simplify Newsletter
    Over 35,000 women read it weekly for clutter-busting tips, tiny mindset shifts, and practical steps to simplify your home and your life.
    👉 https://www.katyjoywells.com/simplify

    🧡 Loved this episode?
    Join me inside the Clutter Cure Club — where we take conversations like this even deeper, and I help you simplify everything.
    👉 https://www.katyjoywells.com/cluttercureclub-page837548

    📲 Come Say Hi on Instagram
    Behind-the-scenes, real-life simplicity, and lots of laughs.
    💛 @katyjoywells

    SUBSCRIBE & REVIEW

    If this episode helped you, I'd be so grateful if you'd take a moment to subscribe and leave a review on Apple Podcasts.
    Your support helps this show reach more women who need a simpler way forward. 💛
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    18 min
  • 342: (BONUS) A Birthday Gift: I'm Reading You a Chapter From My New Book

    342: (BONUS) A Birthday Gift: I'm Reading You a Chapter From My New Book
    Jan 9 2026
    📚 PRE-ORDER MY NEW BOOK Making Home Your Happy Place: The Real-Life Guide to Decluttering Without the Overwhelm releases February 17th. Pre-order now to receive exclusive bonus goodies — simple, supportive tools you can start using right away. 👉 Pre-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 Why Letting Go Feels So Hard (And the "Stuff Story" That Explains It) Have you ever looked around your home and thought, "Why is this still such a struggle for me?" You know what you want — more calm, more space, less mental weight — but every time you try to declutter, something in you freezes. Most women assume they just need a better system… or more willpower… or a free weekend to finally tackle it all. But what if the real reason you're stuck isn't about the stuff at all? In this episode, I read a powerful chapter from my new book that helps you uncover your Stuff Story — the invisible script that's been shaping what you buy, what you keep, and why certain items feel impossible to let go of. I walk you through how your upbringing, emotional attachments, and cultural pressure quietly influence your home (and your choices) more than you realize. This matters so much right now because so many of us are trying to "reset" in January — new goals, fresh starts, a lighter year. But if you don't understand the story underneath your clutter, you'll keep repeating the same patterns, even with the best decluttering strategy in the world. This chapter is meant to feel like someone finally turned the lights on. More clarity. More compassion. And a new kind of freedom that doesn't start with a trash bag — it starts with understanding. KEY TAKEAWAYS FROM THIS EPISODE: Your clutter didn't come from nowhere Your "Stuff Story" was written over time by family patterns, personal experiences, and cultural messaging — and it silently shapes what feels hard to release. Your brain is protecting you, not sabotaging you If you freeze or avoid decluttering, it's often because your nervous system prefers what's familiar (even if it's clutter). Awareness is the first step to change. Some things are really placeholders for identity Aspirational clutter, sentimental items, and "just in case" backups often represent who you were, who you hoped to be, or what you've been afraid to lose. "More" has been marketed as safety and success We've been taught that full equals good — and that empty equals lack. But space can be the beginning of peace, not proof you're missing something. You can rewrite the script one belief at a time Letting go isn't wasteful or irresponsible when it aligns with your life now. Repeating new truths creates new mental pathways — and makes future decisions easier. Ready to Simplify Even More? Start Here: 🗞️ Join the Ready, Set, Simplify Newsletter Over 35,000 women read it weekly for clutter-busting tips, tiny mindset shifts, and practical steps to simplify your home and your life. 👉 https://www.katyjoywells.com/simplify 🧡 Loved this episode? Join me inside the Clutter Cure Club — where we take conversations like this even deeper, and I help you simplify everything. 👉 https://www.katyjoywells.com/cluttercureclub-page837548 📲 Come Say Hi on Instagram Behind-the-scenes, real-life simplicity, and lots of laughs. 💛 @katyjoywells SUBSCRIBE & REVIEW If this episode helped you, I'd be so grateful if you'd take a moment to subscribe and leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Your support helps this show reach more women who need a simpler way forward. 💛
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    28 min
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