The Minimalists speak with psychologist Dr. John Delony about finding peace in difficult times, dealing with heartbreak, aligning our consumption with our values, choosing to be vulnerable, finding the energy to start letting go, severing relationships that no longer serve us, and more.
Discussed in this episode:
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2023-10-02 11:00:03 +0000 UTC View Post
The Minimalists talk about getting rid of things even if you think they won’t add value to others, opting out of situations you don’t like, whether we become lonely when we lose material things, cultivating a sense of freedom, off-grid living, recreational drug use, and much more.
Discussed in this episode:
Wh...
2023-09-25 11:00:04 +0000 UTC View Post
The Minimalists talk about getting rid of things even if you think they won’t add value to others, opting out of situations you don’t like, whether we become lonely when we lose material things, cultivating a sense of freedom, off-grid living, recreational drug use, and much more.
Discussed in this episode:
Wh...
2023-09-25 11:00:03 +0000 UTC View Post
Title: Small Dorm, Big Personality
Description: Patron Katie's 90-square-foot college dorm room has plenty of space for personality.
We'll discuss on episode 411.
You can email a photo of your minimalist space to 2023-09-23 16:00:02 +0000 UTC View Post
The Minimalists talk about clutter as an anxiety crutch, letting go of coupons, minimalist wedding planning, childhood trauma, making mistakes, why people purchase luxury goods, how expectations fuel unhappiness, and much more.
Discussed in this episode:
Can clutter be an anxiety crutch? (02:18)
How can I le...
2023-09-18 11:00:04 +0000 UTC View Post
The Minimalists talk about clutter as an anxiety crutch, letting go of coupons, minimalist wedding planning, childhood trauma, making mistakes, why people purchase luxury goods, how expectations fuel unhappiness, and much more.
Discussed in this episode:
Can clutter be an anxiety crutch? (02:18)
How can I le...
2023-09-18 11:00:03 +0000 UTC View Post
Title: Room for Living
Description: Patron Sunny's living room has plenty of room for living.
We'll discuss on episode 410.
You can email a photo of your minimalist space to 2023-09-16 16:00:02 +0000 UTC View Post
As a writer, professor, and voracious reader,
I encounter countless people
who ask me for book recommendations.
So I decided to share 30 of my favorite books,
via my personal 2023-09-14 18:47:03 +0000 UTC
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The Minimalists speak with YouTuber Destiny about a host of controversial topics, including extreme hoarding, opinions, objective morality, taxation, God, abortion, video games, minimum wage, big pharma, transgenderism and LGBTQ rights, the death penalty, and much, much more.
Discussed in this episode:
How can we ...
2023-09-11 11:00:04 +0000 UTC View Post
The Minimalists speak with YouTuber Destiny about a host of controversial topics, including extreme hoarding, opinions, objective morality, taxation, God, abortion, video games, minimum wage, big pharma, transgenderism and LGBTQ rights, the death penalty, and much, much more.
Discussed in this episode:
How can we ...
2023-09-11 11:00:04 +0000 UTC View Post
The Minimalists speak with Dr. Sean O’Mara about the connection between minimalism and weight loss, the dangers of visceral fat, minimalist diets and eating habits, the similarities between unhealthy eating and unwise spending, letting go of the judgements of others, and much more.
Discussed in this episode:
Wha...
2023-09-04 11:00:03 +0000 UTC View Post
The Minimalists speak with Dr. Sean O’Mara about the connection between minimalism and weight loss, the dangers of visceral fat, minimalist diets and eating habits, the similarities between unhealthy eating and unwise spending, letting go of the judgements of others, and much more.
Discussed in this episode:
Wha...
2023-09-04 11:00:03 +0000 UTC View Post
Our next “Friday Afternoon Minimalist Zoom” (FAMZ) is scheduled for today, September 1, 2023, at 3 PM ET (watch the recording).
Everyone who attends will have the opportunity to interact face-to-face with Joshua, Ryan, and T.K., so bring your quest...
2023-08-31 16:00:06 +0000 UTC View Post
The Minimalists talk about cultivating an abundance mindset, letting go of the residue of the past, vetting charitable organizations, counting items during the Minimalism Game, letting go of old chargers, why positivity can be toxic, the scam of luxury, and much more.
Discussed in this episode:
How do I let go of ...
2023-08-28 11:00:07 +0000 UTC View Post
The Minimalists talk about cultivating an abundance mindset, letting go of the residue of the past, vetting charitable organizations, counting items during the Minimalism Game, letting go of old chargers, why positivity can be toxic, the scam of luxury, and much more.
Discussed in this episode:
How do I let go of ...
2023-08-28 11:00:07 +0000 UTC View Post
Title: Messy Minimalism
Description: Patron Jessie showcases her children's "minimalist" bedroom.
We'll discuss on episode 407.
You can email a photo of your minimalist space to 2023-08-26 16:00:02 +0000 UTC View Post
The Minimalists speak with author and traveler Light Watkins about traveling with less, letting go of assumptions and other distractions while traveling, packing lightly with children, enjoying the experience of traveling alone, creating a packing checklist, deciding what is essential for you versus essential for someone else...
2023-08-21 11:00:05 +0000 UTC View Post
The Minimalists speak with author and traveler Light Watkins about traveling with less, letting go of assumptions and other distractions while traveling, packing lightly with children, enjoying the experience of traveling alone, creating a packing checklist, deciding what is essential for you versus essential for someone else...
2023-08-21 11:00:05 +0000 UTC View Post
Title: Shawn Pen
Description: Professor Shawn's arsenal of writing instruments.
We'll discuss on episode 406.
You can email a photo of your minimalist space to 2023-08-19 16:00:02 +0000 UTC View Post
We're hosting a bonus “Friday Afternoon Minimalist Zoom” (FAMZ) tomorrow, August 18, 2023, at 3 PM ET (watch the recording).
Everyone who attends will have the opportunity to interact face-to-face with Joshua, Ryan, and T.K. (if you prefer not to i...
2023-08-17 16:00:06 +0000 UTC View Post
The Minimalists talk about the dangers of binary thinking, clinging to sentimental items, cultural pressure and having children, the limits of intuition, letting go of beautiful things, curating curiosity, end-of-life planning, and more.
Discussed in this episode:
What are The Minimalists’ thoughts on the “buy...
2023-08-14 11:00:06 +0000 UTC View Post
The Minimalists talk about the dangers of binary thinking, clinging to sentimental items, cultural pressure and having children, the limits of intuition, letting go of beautiful things, curating curiosity, end-of-life planning, and more.
Discussed in this episode:
What are The Minimalists’ thoughts on the “buy...
2023-08-14 11:00:06 +0000 UTC View Post
Title: Let There Be Lightness
Description: Patron Trennda's living room glows softly under the sun's natural light.
We'll discuss on episode 405.
You can email a photo of your minimalist space to 2023-08-12 16:00:01 +0000 UTC View Post
What is the most controversial topic or question you'd like to hear us discuss on The Minimalists Private Podcast?
Could be anything: censorship, politics, sex, religion, capitalism, big pharma, race, gender issues, etcetera (nothing is off limits except the 1998 NBA Finals, which JFM and T.K. will never agree on).
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The Minimalists talk about controlling FOMO on vacation, minimizing unwanted tattoos, confronting the fear that comes with living authentically, workplace clutter, values versus expectations, why credit cards are dangerous, resisting impulse purchases, and more.
Discussed in this episode:
How can I control the fea...
2023-08-07 11:00:04 +0000 UTC View Post
The Minimalists talk about controlling FOMO on vacation, minimizing unwanted tattoos, confronting the fear that comes with living authentically, workplace clutter, values versus expectations, why credit cards are dangerous, resisting impulse purchases, and more.
Discussed in this episode:
How can I control the fea...
2023-08-07 11:00:04 +0000 UTC View Post
Title: Monochrome Desires
Description: Patron Andy's beautifully intentional living room.
We'll discuss on episode 404.
You can email a photo of your minimalist space to 2023-08-05 16:00:03 +0000 UTC View Post
The Minimalists talk about ways to get rid of unwanted clothing, furniture, and art; aligning values with actions; a minimalist approach to smartphone use; lessons from Henry David Thoreau; using ADHD as a superpower; the minimalist economy; and much more.
Discussed in this episode:
What are my options for getting...
2023-07-31 11:00:04 +0000 UTC View Post
The Minimalists talk about ways to get rid of unwanted clothing, furniture, and art; aligning values with actions; a minimalist approach to smartphone use; lessons from Henry David Thoreau; using ADHD as a superpower; the minimalist economy; and much more.
Discussed in this episode:
What are my options for getting...
2023-07-31 11:00:04 +0000 UTC View Post
Title: The Dog Matches the Couch
Description: Patron Vicki shows that a minimalist family with kids and pets can have an aggressively simple living room.
We'll discuss on episode 403.
You can email a photo of your minimalist space to 2023-07-29 16:00:03 +0000 UTC View Post
