Maximized Minimalist Podcast

258: Beyond Souvenirs: The Real Treasures of Our European Trip

12 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

I'm beyond excited to share this episode with you because I just returned from an incredible 17-day road trip through Southern France and Spain with m...

257: Simplified Exercise for Busy Women (And Myths Keeping You Stuck)

05 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are you struggling to find time for exercise amidst the chaos of motherhood? 🤯 In this episode of The Maximized Minimalist, I'm thrilled to welcome...

256: How to Troubleshoot Clutter [Part 2]

29 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are you ready to finally tackle those clutter hotspots in your home? You know the ones I'm talking about – the entryway, kitchen counter, or that on...

255: How to Troubleshoot Expected Mess [Part 1]

22 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

As summer unfolds, our routines shift, and our homes often bear the brunt of it. With kids home more and the influx of outdoor activities, managing th...

254: Real Talk on Family, Clutter, and Compromise with My Husband Andrew

15 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join my husband Andrew and I as we dive deep into decluttering together! From his early days of hesitance to now being all-in, we explore how clearing...

253: Raising Capable Kids with Katie Kimball

08 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

I'm super excited to have Katie Kimball with us again. You might know Katie as the genius behind the Kids Cook Real Food e-course, which even the Wall...

252: Beyond Fashion Trends How to Discover & Embrace Your Unique Style with Jennine Jacob

01 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We're getting personal about fashion guest Jennine Jacob, a style guru who turned her passion for threads into a journey of self-discovery and empower...

251: DIY Design Tips for Peaceful Living Spaces with Tasha Agruso

24 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ever walk into a home decor store or scroll through Pinterest and feel totally overwhelmed by all the choices? You're definitely not alone. In today's...

250: Decluttering Beliefs-Buying Isn't "Bad"

17 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ready to tackle the clutter that's been cramping your style—and your wallet? This episode is all about breaking free from the mess and the stress. W...

249: Decluttering Beliefs-Rewriting the Narrative of Aging

10 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It's time to get cozy and dive into something we all think about but don't always chat about - aging. Yep, you heard me. This week, I'm spilling the t...

248: Color Analysis for a Streamlined Wardrobe with Jeannie Stith

03 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, we're diving into the world of color analysis with the brilliant Jeannie of Your Color Guru. If you've ever felt overwhelmed by th...

247: Pursuing A Life With Less Stuff One Moms Inspiring Story

27 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Hear from my coaching student, Kimberly, a full-time working mama of two, and now clutter crusher extraordinaire and her biggest takeaways from my 1-1...

246: The Game-Changing Method I Taught My Student to Break Free from Decades of Clutter

20 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever felt overwhelmed not just by the clutter in your home but by the emotional weight each item carries? You're not alone. Today on the Maxi...

245: Overcoming the Endowment Effect: Practical Tips for Letting Go

13 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Do you find it difficult to let go of things, even when you know they're just cluttering up your life? It's not just you. There's a psychological phen...

244: Beating the 'I Should Be Further' Blues

06 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Do success stories make you feel like garbage? Instead of feeling motivated and inspired by others, you become acutely aware of your own shortcomings....

243: 5 Ways to Simplify Your Chores

28 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Feeling overwhelmed by the never-ending cycle of household chores? You're not alone. In this episode of the Maximized Minimalist, we tackle the daunti...

242: What is Home Management & Top Myths Keeping You Stuck In Chaos

21 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ever caught yourself staring at a mountain of laundry, a Tetris-like pile of dishes, and an endless to-do list, wondering if you'll ever catch up? You...

241: Breaking Free from Limiting Beliefs

14 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

"For he who holds a hammer, the whole world is a nail." – Abraham Maslow Beliefs protect us. Beliefs live in our subconscious mind. Beliefs have pos...

240: Here's How To (Finally) Declutter Your Beauty Supplies

07 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If you love makeup, like me, and the thought of decluttering it makes you cringe, this episode is for you! In this episode, I'm going to dive into: R...

239: Conscious Choices vs. Norm Matching: A Guide to Authentic Living

31 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever found yourself at a restaurant with the intention of ordering a healthy salad, only to change your mind and go for the nachos because ev...

238: Top Tips for Staying Consistent

24 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ever notice how being consistent can be so. darn. difficult? Maybe you can relate that you've made some progress by decluttering little bit day by da...

237: Clutter Blind Spots: What You're Missing at Home

17 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we're moving beyond the clutter you see on a regular basis and digging in to those places where your clutter piles up. You know the pl...

236: The Joy of Keeping: What's Really Worth It

10 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today, we're flipping the script on decluttering. Instead of focusing on what to toss out, we're diving into how to identify the things that truly mat...

235: 3 Declutter Strategies You Won't Burn Out On

03 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Happy 2024! Maybe you've set a goal to declutter your house in the new year or maybe you set it last year and found yourself burnt out after day or tw...

234: Decluttering Made Easy with Junk King

27 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Do you have items sitting in your home you've wanted to get rid of but you want to declutter and donate it responsibly?  I'm so excited about this in...

233: A NEW Type of Clutter You Need to Let Go Of

20 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today I'm diving into a new type of clutter that you're probably not even aware you have. This clutter comes with a lot of mental baggage too! Tune in...

232: Number One Step to Hitting Your 2024 Goals

13 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I'm sharing with you a vital practice my husband and I do together each year that has been key to creating a more intentional and pea...

231: MythBusters: Declutter Expectations Debunked

06 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In my latest podcast episode, I'm tackling the 5 biggest decluttering myths!  Join me as we bust common myths surrounding decluttering, revealing the...

230: 5 Declutter Pitfalls to Avoid

29 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In my latest podcast episode I'm pulling back the curtain on 5 of the most common pitfalls and mistakes - to help you avoid them in the future - savin...

229: MythBusters: I Don't Have Time To Declutter

22 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Ever find yourself saying, "I don't have time (fill in the blank of things you don't have time for)? Today's episode is going to be a fun one! Rememb...

228: #1 Thing Keeping You Stuck In Clutter

15 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

I can teach you all the strategies in the world, but if you continue to choose negative or self-sabotaging thoughts that got you buried in clutter and...

227: How to Achieve a Cozy Festive House and Prep Your Home for the Holidays

08 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

As the holiday season approaches, it's time to transform your home into a cozy haven and embrace the spirit of the festivities. It today's episode, we...

226: Clutter-free Gift Ideas Here We Go

01 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I'm unboxing the top clutter-free gift ideas for 2023! I'll be giving you gift ideas in these gift categories that are perfect for fam...

225: Stop Overthinking Do This Instead

25 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In my latest Maximized Minimalist podcast episode, we're tackling the challenge of overcoming overthinking during the decluttering process. We'll shar...

224: How to Reshape Your Money Habits with Brie Sodano

18 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In today's brand new episode, we dive into how to manage money sustainably, what "disappearing money syndrome" means (and how to know if you have it!)...

223: How to Become a Virtual Assistant with Esther Inman

11 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Do any of these resonate? Are you craving work flexibility? Are you a professional ready to simplify your career and transition to something new? ...

222: How to Declutter Books

04 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Do you dream of a clutter-free space but feel overwhelmed by the thought of tackling your book collection? I've got the solution you've been looking f...

221: Declutter Habits That Will Change Your Home (And Life)

27 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

If you've ever felt overwhelmed by clutter and disorganization, you've probably dreamt of a fresh start. Yep, I've been there too! Digging into deeper...

220: The Correlation Between Anxiety and Clutter

20 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

If you feel anxious in a cluttered or messy environment, there's a reason. In fact, in a study by UCLA, people in the study who described their homes ...

219: Emotional Weight of Clutter

13 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

You may have thought that the clutter was only taking up space in your home.. but the truth is that clutter can lead to a mental and emotional weight...

218: Top Reasons Your Progress Has Stalled And What To Do About It

06 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Are you in a decluttering rut? Has your progress stalled over the summer? If so, you're not alone. There are MANY common reasons behind this plateau ...

217: How to Mother Yourself with Dr.Morgan Cutlip

30 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Ready to banish mom-guilt, beat burnout and find (more) joy in motherhood? Dr.Morgan is a wife, mom of two, PhD in Psychology is back on the show toda...

216: Annual Planning with Time Management Expert Megan Sumrell

23 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

If you're in a constant state of overwhelm or don't have enough time in your day, today's episode with time management expert, Megan Sumrell, is for y...

215: A Surprising Link Between Our Nervous System And Clutter with Ann Odom

16 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode I sit down with Ann Odom, parent coach and family therapist we dive into how our nervous system can either support or hinder our a...

214: 15 Lessons That Catapulted My Students Forward

09 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

I gathered my students' TOP game-changing lessons that have moved the needle the most and put them in ONE powerful episode.  Can I get a heck yeah! 👏...

213: How to Set Goals You Can Actually Reach with Mindi Huebner

02 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Ever set a goal that you just can't seem to reach no matter how hard you try? 🙋‍♀️ On the show today is my good friend and mindset mastery co...

212: Why Newer Isn't Always Better

26 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

My 8 year old has been asking me for months, "Mooooommmm, when can we get a new car?! This car is SO OLD!" and I couldn't help but wonder... Why does ...

211: Stepping Out of Chore Drudgery

19 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In our day to day lives, we often find ourselves caught in this endless cycle of repeated tasks. Whether it's cleaning, organizing, decluttering, coo...

210: When Is Enough, Enough?

12 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Our society is wired to constantly acquire more, whether it's possessions, money, social status, likes on social media…it's like we just never have ...

209: 3 Expert Tips to Cultivate Your Child's Clean-Up Skills

05 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Mess and clutter can be at an all time high while kids are home over summer break... ...and if you're knee-deep in daily mess, feelin' burnt out a...

208: Packing Tips for Simplified & Stress-Free Travel

29 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Whether you're planning for a weekend trip or extended vacation - today's episode is for you if you want to simplify your packing and travel experienc...

207: From Clutter to Clarity: Breaking Free from the Hedonic Treadmill

07 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Tune in as I dive into... the hedonic treadmill: what it is and how it impacts our ability to be happy if possessions will ever bring us happiness or...

206: The Psychology of the Sunk Cost Fallacy: Why We Hold On and How to Let Go

31 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A few months ago, I was talking with one of my new Inner Circle members. She said to me, "Katy, I joined your program because I can't keep living this...

205: One-Minute Declutter Hacks

24 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Tune in as I share my favorite 1 minute declutter hacks which you can quickly do to get through your summer with less mess and more ease. Enjoy! Need ...

204: Cultivating Capable Kids: Empowering the Next Generation with Essential Life Skills

17 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Tune in as Katie Kimball and I discuss why we prioritize teaching our kids life skills and how kids benefit from learning them! Get a FREE ticket for ...

203: The Spotlight Effect: How to Stop Being Self-Conscious About Your Home

10 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The spotlight effect describes how people tend to believe that others are paying more attention to them than they actually are—in other words, our ...

202: 3 Surprisingly Effective Time Management Strategies with Megan Sumrell

03 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

When you think of your daily life, do any of these come to mind? feel pressure to get as much done as possible from sun up to sun down struggle with ...

201: How to Create a Wardrobe You Love (No Trends Required) With Jeannie Stith

01 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode you'll learn: 3 go-to solutions to not falling prey to constantly changing trends and wasting $$$$ find out if a capsule wardr...

200: Ask Me Anything PLUS How to Declutter For A Move

26 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode I'm sharing 5 declutter questions I've been getting lately -- including how to declutter for an upcoming move. I also share a coup...

199: Brilliant Home Design Tips with Tasha Agruso

19 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Known in the interior design world for her budget-friendly design tips and creative DIY projects, Tasha Agruso share's some stellar (and super afford...

198: Pursuing A Life With Less Stuff: One Mom's Inspiring Story

12 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

You'll hear from my coaching student, Kimberly, a full-time working mama of two, and now clutter crusher extraordinaire and her biggest takeaways from...

197: Clutter-Free Easter Gift Ideas

05 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Easter will be here soon and with any major holiday, it's an opportunity for our homes to load up with junky, random toys and clutter. I'm certain yo...

196: THIS Is What Can Happen When You Declutter

29 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Most people think the way they "pay" for stuff is ONLY with their hard-earned cash... The mistake is when they think the story ends there. That they S...

195: Which Declutter Method Is Right For Me?

22 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode I cover several popular declutter methods and the pros and cons of each - so you can decide the right methods for *you* and (fina...

194: How To Move Past Guilt & Make More Progress

15 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode you'll learn: - how to identify why you're feeling guilty about decluttering (and what to do about it) - how to "embrace the sting...

193. Shocking Clutter Stats You Should Know

08 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

If you need some inspiration to declutter your home, listen to today's episode filled with countless studies on clutter - they will motivate you to ta...

192: #1 Mistake To Avoid If You Want More Time

01 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I share a concept that's revolutionized how I spend my time, how it saves me hours each week, and answer a VERY common question: ...

191: Mental Health And Clutter: What's The Connection

22 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

You may not realize this depending on how long you've been a listener of the show, but my passion for helping other simplify wasn't born because I lov...

190: 5 Ways to Spend Less Time Doing Housework

15 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Listen in as I share five ways to save time on chores, you'll be shocked how much time you'll gain back after implementing even just one or two of th...

189: Mindset Shifts That Make Decluttering Easier

08 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

If you've started decluttering - only to quickly find yourself overwhelmed and ready to give up, you're not alone.  It isn't because your clutter is...

188: Struggle Being Consistent? Try These Tips!

01 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Ever notice how being consistent can be so. darn. difficult? Maybe you can relate that you've made some progress by decluttering little bit day by da...

187: Your Guide to Time-Saving Freezer Meals Episode with Nakita Vassallo

25 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

If you've tried & failed at meal planning in the past, or you just can't keep it up week after week and making dinner each night feels d...

186: You Asked, I Answered: 8 Declutter Questions I Get Asked the Most

18 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode I'm sharing 8 declutter questions I get asked the most -- the answers I share will help give you momentum in your simplifying jo...

185: 6 Ways Social Media Causes Us to Overspend

11 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today I share six ways social media causes us to buy too much stuff. Some are really surprising! Whether you spend an hour a month or an hour a day...

184: How to Create a Declutter Plan You Wont Burnout On

04 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Burnout is one of the biggest reasons people give up on their goals. Maybe you've experienced it where you overcommit to a goal or go "...

183: Increase Your Contentment With These Tips

14 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Owning less is great but if we can never learn to be content with what we have we will continually reach for the next "best" thing. Think of it this ...

182: This Idea Helped My Student Declutter 20 Years Worth Of Stuff And Now I'm Teaching You

07 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A few months ago, I was talking with one of my Inner Circle members who was struggling to let go of the "tougher" things. Stuff from high school, her ...

181: Hindsight is 20/20: 6 Things I Wish I Did Differently When I First Began Decluttering

30 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode I'm sharing 6 things I wish I would have known early on -- things that would have given me a ton of momentum in my simplifying ...

180: How To Put Chores In Their Place So You Can Relax

23 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Do you feel pulled to constantly pick up or do chores? When you've got that nagging voice in your head reminding you of all the chores that need to be...

179: Get Overwhelmed with Holiday Gifts? Try These 7 Tips!

16 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

While the initial excitement from opening all the gifts can be fun, sometimes the aftermath is something nobody really talks about..that is, until tod...

178: 5 Ideas to Declutter Holiday Decor for a Simpler Season

09 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

You won't want to miss today's episode about 5 ways to declutter holiday decor and about my "secret hack" to achieving a cozy, holiday-inspired home, ...

177: Kids Lives, Simplified

02 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Tune in as Caley Kukla, childhood development expert, shares ways to simplify our children's lives. To learn more about Caley, her Get Silly Challenge...

176: The Real Purpose Behind Gift-Giving

26 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

As we head into the holidays, I wanted to share this real life story with you of a powerful learning (and teaching) moment I had with my 7 year old so...

175: Is Perfectionism The Reason You Struggle With Clutter?

19 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Tune in as I break down all the ways perfectionism impacts our home and our clutter.  Join Our Last 14-Day Clutter Challenge of 2022!: https://www.ka...

174: The Shocking Truth About Why We Buy What We Buy

12 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Tune in to hear the psychology that impacts why you buy the things you buy. It'll change the way you see everything! Join my 14-Day Clutter Challenge:...

173: Minimalist "Rules" You Should Abandon

05 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Contrary to popular belief, minimalism is not one-size-fits-all. And time and time again I see people try and adopt a minimalist lifestyle only to be ...

172: Reduce Back-to-School Clutter With These Tips

28 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Is back-to-school clutter causing disorder in your home? Between homework, artwork, school papers and backpacks dropping at the door (or your kitchen ...

171: How to Manage the Invisible Load of Motherhood

21 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

As you'll hear in our conversation, Dr. Morgan offers us golden insight to help simplify (declutter) our mental load in parenthood. To join my Inner C...

170: Destination Addiction

14 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Your life is happening right now, and there are no do-overs. Are you making the most of it? Or are you preoccupied with the idea that happiness is in ...

169: 4 Steps To Stop Being Hard On Yourself

07 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

If you are continually bothered by an inner judge who is merciless, nit-picking, highly critical and loves to tear you down, then today's episode is f...

168: Pursuing a Life with Less Stuff, One Mom's Inspiring Story

31 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

You'll hear from my student Lucilla, a retired teacher, mother, grandmother and most recently clutter crusher and her biggest takeaways from my 14-Day...

167: Why You Get Attached to Things You Own

24 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Tune in as I discuss our natural behavioral tendienies to value things that we own and how that often hinders our ability to let go and simplify our l...

166: What Is Clutter? The REAL Meaning Will Surprise You

17 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Tune in as I discuss how the term clutter has evolved and why it's important to create a working definition of what clutter is in YOUR life, enjoy! Ge...

165: How to Manage Your Time And Beat Overwhelm

10 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Tune in as I welcome back time management expert, Megan Sumrell. We talk about the purpose of creating an annual plan and how having one has numerous ...

164: How to Keep Your Kitchen Counters Clutter-free Part 2

03 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Tune in as I share one thing you are likely doing that's causing mess and clutter to accumulate on your surface areas, plus what to do about it! Join ...

163: 2 Habits to Keep Your Home Stress-Free

27 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Tune in as I share two of my most effective habits that will keep your home clutter-free and stress-free! Get your personalized colors from Your Color...

162: Sneaky Ways Kid Clutter Creeps Into Your Home

20 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Tune in as I share all the ways kid clutter sneaks into our homes and why it's important to identify how clutter and stuff come into our homes to begi...

161: This Lesson Saved me THOUSANDS of Dollars (And Prevented Lots of Clutter)

13 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today's lesson will give you a huge *AHA* moment when it comes to "stuff". If you find yourself regularly tempted to buy from certain brands, people, ...

160: 6 Ways to Reduce Impulse Shopping

06 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

If you struggle with impulse shopping, you're not alone! Here are six ideas to help so you can put that money toward things that really matter (and do...

159: How to Keep Your Kitchen Counters Clutter-Free (Part 1)

29 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Tune in as I share some of my favorite ways for keeping countertop mess and clutter to a minimum this summer (and beyond)! Enjoy! Join Our Clutter Cur...