# 523 | Time to Let Go

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Podcast: [The Minimalists](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-minimalists-432520)
Published: 2026-01-19T12:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://www.theminimalists.com/p523/
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## Resource

The Minimalists talk about why you have trouble getting the clutter out of the house after you've organized, how to know when it's time to let go, the Wouldn't Replace It Rule, how to deal with all that boomer junk you've inherited, and more. Discussed in this episode: Why do I have trouble letting go of the things I've already decluttered? (3:08) How do you know when it's time to let go of a thing? (14:03) Right Here, Right Now: The Simplify Everything decluttering course. (36:40) Listener Tip: When you let go of the need for certainty, you often pick up some peace of mind. (46:07) Have a question for the show? Call 406-219-7839 or email a voice memo to podcast@themins.com. Listen to the full Maximal episode on Patreon: patreon.com/theminimalists Detailed show notes: minimalists.com/podcast

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