Maximized Minimalist Podcast 340: What I'm Not Carrying Into the New Year And What You Shouldn't Either
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If you've ever opened social media and instantly felt behind — about your body, your home, or your progress — you're not alone. I share a moment like that in this episode, and how quickly one image shifted how I saw myself without my permission.
That experience sparked a bigger realization: the heaviest things we carry aren't always the ones in our closets. They're the beliefs we've absorbed over time about what progress "should" look like, what our past says about us, and who gets to decide if we're doing it right.
In this episode, I walk you through three incredibly common beliefs that quietly keep women stuck — especially when they're trying to simplify their homes and lives — and how to start releasing them with compassion and clarity.
Right now, many of us are heading into a new year with good intentions and very full plates. The pressure to do more, fix everything, or finally "get it together" can feel overwhelming. This conversation is meant to be grounding — a reminder that you're not broken, you're not behind, and progress doesn't have to look like anyone else's version to count.
Key Takeaways From The Episode:-
Your past is data, not a verdict-Previous attempts that didn't stick don't mean you can't change — they simply show you what hasn't worked yet and help you choose a better approach moving forward.
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Small progress is real progress-Five minutes, one drawer, or a single decision still counts. Momentum comes from action, not waiting for the "perfect" time.
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Perfection often disguises fear-Waiting for massive, all-at-once change can actually keep you stuck. Letting yourself start imperfectly creates movement and relief.
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You get to define what success looks like-A functional, supportive home doesn't need to match anyone else's aesthetic. Your version of "good enough" is allowed to be enough.
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Protect your definition of progress-Unfollowing accounts or standards that make you feel behind can be one of the most powerful decluttering steps you take.
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