How Owning LESS Means Loving MORE Clutterbug Podcast #312

Hey Clutterbugs! Today, I’m speaking with Joshua Becker (Becoming Minimalist) about minimalism vs decluttering, the mental load of stuff, and how owning less can help you love more and make an impact in the world, while reducing overwhelm and creating a simpler home (all without chasing a minimalist aesthetic).Joshua shares the moment minimalism “clicked” for him: cleaning out the garage while his five-year-old son asked him to play—and realizing possessions weren’t just neutral . . . they were actively stealing his time, energy, and joy. We dig into the philosophy behind minimalism (hint: it’s not about a certain number of plates), the Becker Method for decluttering with momentum, and what to do when you’re stuck in guilt about donating, recycling, or throwing things away.We also talk about the “just-in-case” mindset, why keeping trash in your house doesn’t save it from the landfill, and the categories almost everyone has too much of—hello duplicates and clothes! Plus, Joshua opens up about his new book Uncluttered Faith, the spiritual benefits of owning less, and what it looks like when decluttering frees you up to help others for real. You can find more Clutterbug content here: Main YouTube Channel: @Clutterbug Website: TikTok: Instagram: Facebook: For more from Joshua: And check out his book, Uncluttered Faith, out February 10, 2026! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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How Owning LESS Means Loving MORE Clutterbug Podcast #312 is an episode from ClutterBug Podcast - Organize, Clean and Transform your Home by Clutterbug™.

This episode is 53:30 long.

This episode was published on Feb 9, 2026.

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