439 | Restraint
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The Minimalists talk about the benefits of restraint, the struggles of consumerism for new minimalists, the difficulties of letting go of social media, and more. Discussed in this episode: How do I declutter my online-shopping addiction? (1:56) What factors contributed to The Minimalists leaving social media? (31:04) Why was I still clinging to my living daughter’s suicide note? (45:04) Listen to the full Maximal episode on Patreon: Detailed show notes:
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438 | Streamlined
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The Minimalists discuss the art of streamlining one’s life, letting go of difficult things, how the need for approval keeps people tethered to a lifestyle they don’t want, and more. Discussed in this episode: How can I get my husband to let go of just-in-case items? (3:52) How does my need for approval influence my consumption decisions? (24:17) What are “Thursday Konversations with T.K. Coleman”? (35:31) Listener insight: “Sometimes I disagree with The Minimalists, but I still appreciate your perspective.” (38:27) Listen to the full Maximal episode on Patreon: Detailed show...
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437 | Graduation Day
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The Minimalists talk about the three different kinds of letting go (graduation, divorce, death), several ways to detach from a former spouse, and how to move on when you feel like you can’t let go. Discussed in this episode: How can I detach from my former spouse while actively coparenting and sharing familial responsibilities? (1:58) How do I move on if I can’t let go of a thing, career, or relationship that used to add value to my life? (14:25) What graduations are The Minimalists celebrating? (21:11) Listen to the full Maximal episode on Patreon: Detailed show notes:
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436 | Simplifying for Newbies
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The Minimalists talk about the process of simplifying for newbies and staying motivated when decluttering gets difficult. Discussed in this episode: How can I maintain traction as a new minimalist? (01:25) How can I keep going on my decluttering journey when I get overwhelmed? (15:45) Listen to the full Maximal episode on Patreon: Detailed show notes:
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435 | Do Fewer Things
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The Minimalists speak with Cal Newport about the three principles of slow productivity and letting go of social media. Watch all 2 hours of episode 435 on . Discussed in this episode: What are the three principles of slow productivity? (02:10) Should The Minimalists quit social media? (27:48) Detailed show notes: Join The Minimalists Private Podcast:
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434 | Breaking Cycles
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The Minimalists speak with Dr. Nicole LePera about breaking cycles and healing relationships. Watch all 2 hours of episode 434 on . Discussed in this episode: How can I let go of the idea of what I thought a relationship should be? (02:23) How can I cease self-loathing? (18:48) Why don’t I feel like enough? (33:14) Detailed show notes: Join The Minimalists Private Podcast:
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433 | Shoes
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The Minimalists talk about what to do when success feels like failure, how to let go of shoes, and taking breaks from technology. Watch all 2 hours of episode 433 on . Discussed in this episode: How can we stop caring what society wants us to do? (01:46) Why can’t I let go of shoes I never wear? (15:00) How can we take breaks from technology when everything is digital these days? (28:30) Detailed show notes: Join The Minimalists Private Podcast:
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432 | Throw Everything Away
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The Minimalists talk about throwing everything away after an infestation and the hypocrisy of minimalism. Watch all 2 hours of episode 432 on . Discussed in this episode: Should I throw away everything after my bed bug infestation? (01:48) How is it minimalist to encourage people to download seven different wallpapers? (13:47) How can I learn to let go of clutter when I grew up poor? (22:48) How do I know whether I should let go of a relationship? (27:57) Detailed show notes: Join The Minimalists Private Podcast:
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431 | Minimizing Narcissism
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The Minimalists speak with Dr. Ramani Durvasula about recognizing narcissists; whether the term “narcissist” is overused; the roles of self-righteousness, complaining, and comparison in narcissism; and how to walk away. Watch all 2 hours of episode 431 on . Discussed in this episode: How do you know someone is a narcissist, and is the term overused? (01:11) How can I tell a narcissist that they’re the problem? (21:55) How do you let go of your feelings if your emotions are tied to your ego? (37:02) How can you mentally let go of an item you’re keeping just for when? (41:33)...
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430 | No Junk Rule
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The Minimalists talk about their minimalist kitchen essentials, the No Junk Rule, and letting go of embarrassment. Watch all 2 hours of episode 430 on . Discussed in this episode: What are The Minimalist’s kitchen essentials? (02:39) How can we get better at asking for help? (15:40) Why did I spend more money when I tried minimalism? (31:22) How can I connect with others when I feel like they’re judging me? (43:35) Detailed show notes: Join The Minimalists Private Podcast:
info_outlineJoshua & Ryan are back in-studio with Dan Harris, author of Meditation for Fidgety Skeptics, and they answer the following questions: I know what I must do to achieve happiness in the long-term, but how do I address my unhappiness in the short-term? How do I let go of nagging feelings of regret when I make mistakes? How do I squeeze meditation into an already full agenda? How do I maintain happiness without becoming complacent? Detailed show notes: minimalists.com/podcast.
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