You’ve Been Decluttering Wrong — How to Create a Happy Home | Katy Joy Wells

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Previously titled “Katy Joy Wells: You Decluttered… So Why Does Your Home Still Feel Overwhelming?” — renamed by the publisher on Aug 31, 2026

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Recorded18 May 2026

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If you’ve decluttered your home but it still feels overwhelming, this episode is for you. Katy Joy Wells, decluttering expert has helped over 250,000 families transform their homes into "happy places" by addressing the real clutter problem: the beliefs, habits, and emotional attachments underneath all the stuff. Katy unpacks why most decluttering attempts fail, what clutter actually means, and how we can create a home that supports their mental health — without needing a free Saturday or a Pinterest-perfect pantry. In this episode, you'll learn: The 4 types of clutter (most of us only ever address one of these!) The one question to ask before keeping anything Introducing decluttering to your kids without the power struggle Why a happy home has nothing to do with how it looks — and everything to do with how it feels Why adding visible, permanent donation stations in high-traffic areas (like your laundry room or closest) can be a game-changing next step. Powerful mindset shifts around clutter and your environment What does a room "reset" look like? Mentioned in this episode: The Maximized Minimalist www.katyjoywells.com Katy's Latest Book: Making Home Your Happy Place: A Real Life Guide to Decluttering Without the Overwhelm HAVE YOU SUBSCRIBED TO THE NEWSLETTER? It's that little spark to your inbox you didn't know you needed. Never miss a conversation, good read, or takeaway again :)

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