Joshua and Ryan discuss how to start simplifying, how to become a minimalist, and some practical tips and rules for decluttering with lifestyle entrepreneur MJ Gordon, and they answer the following questions:
How do I motivate myself to minimize? (01:49)
What is one unexpected result you realized after adopting minimalism? (10:30)
How do I overcome analysis paralysis and wholly embrace minimalism? (35:32)
Detailed show notes: minimalists.com/podcast
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Joshua and Ryan discuss how the things in our lives can contribute to depression with author Johann Hari. Listen to “Maximal” episodes of The Minimalists Private Podcast exclusively at patreon.com/theminimalists
Joshua and Ryan talk about several modern crises—depression, loneliness, addiction, connection, belonging, and meaning—with author Johann Hari, and they answer the following questions:
How do I increase my happiness and live a more fulfilled, meaningful life in spite of the daily barrage of negativity from social media and the Internet? (01:33)
Are the allegedly high rates of depression accurate? (26:27)
As an introvert, how do I develop connections with others? (29:38)
Detailed show notes: minimalists.com/podcast
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Joshua and Ryan discuss how to avoid the devious seduction of fast fashion with author and business owner Tara Button. Listen to “Maximal” episodes of The Minimalists Private Podcast exclusively at patreon.com/theminimalists
Joshua and Ryan talk about buying new and used material possessions with intention, purchasing products that last a lifetime, and being responsible with time and money when shopping for necessities with author and business owner Tara Button, and they answer the following questions:
How do I find satisfaction with what I already own rather than seeking out ‘perfect’ replacements? (01:51)
How do I control my urge to shop? (09:55)
How do I know that what I really want is what I really need? (22:00)
Detailed show notes: minimalists.com/podcast
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Joshua discusses how to maintain motivation during a writing project with author Ryan Holiday. Listen to “Maximal” episodes of The Minimalists Private Podcast exclusively at patreon.com/theminimalists
Joshua talks about stillness, quietude, combating distractions, and slowing down with author Ryan Holiday, and they answer the following questions:
What skills should I learn to lead a more peaceful, purposeful life? (01:21)
How can I make my long commute less stressful? (09:51)
How do I combat the societal pressure to hustle tirelessly, no matter the cost? (19:03)
How do I appropriately balance personal and professional obligations as a business owner? (20:36)
Detailed show notes: minimalists.com/podcast
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Joshua and Ryan ask presidential candidate Mayor Pete Buttigieg to read headlines about him from The Onion. Listen to “Maximal” episodes of The Minimalists Private Podcast exclusively at patreon.com/theminimalists