The Minimalists talk about reducing digital clutter and whether “the cloud” is damaging the planet. Listen to all 2 hours of episode 394 on The Minimalists Private Podcast.
Discussed in this episode:
How detrimental to the planet is our use of “cloud” storage? (02:00)
What do you consider “adding value”? (07:36)
How do we create environmental awareness without “doom and gloom”? (11:25)
Why do we get so attached to things, and how can we stop? (16:18)
What can we do with old clothes that aren’t suitable for donation? (23:08)
Why do we participate in so many pursuits that don’t truly matter to us, and why do we feel compelled to do so? (35:30)
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The Minimalists speak with psychologist Dr. John Delony about psychological clutter, the anatomy of hope, and more. Listen to all 2 hours of episode 393 on The Minimalists Private Podcast.
Discussed in this episode:
What are your views regarding hope? (01:17)
What are the two kinds of hope? (03:54)
What do you consider the differences between wishing and hoping? (05:49)
How do you define “faith”? (09:07)
Isn’t compromise an integral part of a romantic relationship? (32:36)
What are the three C’s of compromise? (35:24)
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The Minimalists speak with author Julien Smith about perpetual dissatisfaction and the flinch that prevents us from freeing ourselves from the weight of possessions. Listen to all 2 hours of episode 392 on The Minimalists Private Podcast.
Discussed in this episode:
How do we appropriately reuse, repurpose, or recycle items to ensure they don’t simply become a problem for someone else? (02:06)
What are your perspectives regarding pride? (10:01)
How do we deal with our daily fears? (15:34)
What are the two types of fears? (18:00)
How do we ensure our focus on personal development doesn’t become an obsession? (24:23)
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The Minimalists talk about abandoning impulse to get what you want. Listen to all 2 hours of episode 391 on The Minimalists Private Podcast.
Discussed in this episode:
How do I let go of my pet accouterments? (01:51)
Are there negative consequences to dark therapy? (16:40)
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The Minimalists speak with professional organizer Kristen Ziegler about adding style to one’s home without adding clutter. Watch all 2 hours of episode 390 on The Minimalists Private Podcast.
Discussed in this episode:
How do we decorate our homes without adding more? (01:51)
What do you consider “authentic style”? (03:00)
How do we appropriately enhance empty rooms? (04:57)
What can we do with cherished items that don’t fit our current design aesthetic? (09:09)
How do you determine a space’s design potential? (11:13)
What questions do you ask clients to discover their design needs and wants? (17:14)
How do you decide on the best containers for your storage needs? (19:50)
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