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The Minimalists

The Minimalists are Emmy-nominated Netflix stars and New York Times–bestselling authors Joshua Fields Millburn and Ryan Nicodemus. Alongside cohost T.K. Coleman, they help millions of people live meaningful lives with less.
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Now displaying: May, 2022
May 31, 2022

The Minimalists discuss the benefits of near-death experiences with their friend T.K. Coleman a month after his brush with death, and they answer the following questions:

How has having your film nominated for an Emmy affected you? (02:06)

How many times has T.K. appeared on the podcast? (03:39)

What near-death experience did T.K. experience recently, and what lessons did he take from it? (05:52)

What mattered the most to you in your moment of crisis? (11:43)

What effect did T.K.’s near-death experience have on his relationships? (18:13)

What insights or enlightenment do near-death experiences yield? (24:41)

Did T.K.’s near-death experience alter his views regarding minimalism? (35:41)

Detailed show notes: minimalists.com/podcast

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May 24, 2022

The Minimalists discuss our shared clean-slate fantasy of renting a giant dumpster and tossing everything in it, as well as more prudent and responsible decluttering methods, including selling, donating, and recycling, and they answer the following questions:

Why did you renovate The Minimalists podcast studio after its first year? (03:51)

How do we tactfully approach a loved one regarding their maximalist lifestyle encroaching on our shared minimalist space? (07:05)

What are the three reasons that we cling? (09:11)

Why is striving for perfection such a fruitless pursuit? (17:21)

How do we appropriately pass on personalized items? (19:11)

How do I help loved ones let go of their attachment to things? (29:04)

Detailed show notes: minimalists.com/podcast

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May 17, 2022

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In this episode, The Minimalists are joined by earthing expert Clint Ober to discuss pain reduction, the science behind grounding, and “the most important health discovery ever,” and they answer the following questions:

What is the science behind grounding, and how do I explain it to loved ones who perceive it as metaphysical woo-woo? (03:19)

How can grounding relieve much of our discomfort? (09:16)

What are the most significant benefits of grounding, and what individuals would realize the most benefit from it? (13:26)

What grounding tips do you have for individuals that use wheelchairs? (16:56)

How did Clint come to recognize the personal benefits of grounding? (20:40)

What are the best methods for grounding? (24:13)

What is your perception regarding inflammation? (29:54)

If grounding is so healthy, why does the professional medical community largely ignore it? (33:23)

Detailed show notes: minimalists.com/podcast

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May 10, 2022

The Minimalists talk about the many shapes and sizes of excess, including stuff, debt, screen time, commitments, and emotional clutter, and they answer the following questions:

When is something considered excessive? (03:32)

What are the three ways to gain acceptance? (11:52)

How do we encourage others to break away from the excessive pursuits that are causing them to feel perpetually overwhelmed? (14:40)

What is “POMO”? (15:07)

How do I ensure my daily schedule doesn’t become excessive, and how do I best organize my time management tools to achieve that goal? (18:46)

How do I stay focused on my obligations and responsibilities when my emotional clutter is constantly distracting me? (25:01)

What is your perspective regarding personality? (32:22)

How do I cut down on excessive screen time? (47:28)

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May 3, 2022

The Minimalists speak with Dr. John Delony, author of Own Your Past, Change Your Future, about loneliness, friendship, love, lust, and jobs that make people miserable, and they answer the following questions:

How do I ensure I don’t fall back into crippling codependency as I explore building relationships again? (01:42)

How do we intentionally practice solitude? (05:33)

What is the difference between solitude and hiding? (06:43)

How do we make friends as adults? (06:51)

Is there any issue in striving to associate with like-minded individuals over open-minded individuals? (13:07)

Where is the best place to find a long-term partner or spouse? (14:46)

What are the differences between love, like, and lust? (19:51)

How do I determine whether to keep a job I detest that makes me miserable, yet provides well for myself and my daughter? (24:09)

How do we transition from an overabundance of acquaintances to fewer, more meaningful relationships? (30:40)

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