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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The Minimalists talk about feeling overwhelmed by clothing. Listen to all 2 hours of episode 389 on The Minimalists Private Podcast.
Discussed in this episode:
How do we ensure we have only the clothing we actually need? (01:45)
What are your takes on clothing styles? (13:43)
How do I appropriately appreciate the red dress my boyfriend bought me when I prefer all black clothing? (14:47)
When will I finally feel I’ve minimized all I can? (27:15)
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The Minimalists speak with financial expert Ramit Sethi about wealth, money clutter, and investing with a minimalist mindset. Listen to all 3 hours of episode 388 on The Minimalists Private Podcast.
Discussed in this episode:
Why do minimalists invest if they already have what they need? (01:47)
How do we determine our rich life? (05:22)
If the opposite of love and hate is indifference, but I’m still mad, does that mean I’m still in love? (17:41)
Do we need whole life insurance as an investment because of our high net worth? (28:32)
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The Minimalists talk about messy living, desirelessness, and attachments at their final Sunday Symposium. Listen to the Maximal edition of episode 387 on The Minimalists Private Podcast.
Discussed in this episode:
Introduction (00:11)
What are the different kinds of desires? (23:23)
How do consumption and creativity differ? (24:18)
Why are we so confused regarding what we actually want? (27:30)
How does social media incentivize discontent? (38:41)
What are the differences between stated preference and revealed preference? (46:27)
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The Minimalists talk about what minimalism has to do with normal, everyday subjects like friendship, pets, history, meteorology, and entertainment. Listen to all 2 hours of episode 386 on The Minimalists Private Podcast: patreon.com/theminimalists
Discussed in this episode:
How can minimalism apply to most everyday topics? (01:54)
Why do most people believe minimalism only applies to physical items? (05:41)
What is epistemology? (08:51)
How do we help loved ones move on from fruitless pursuits? (16:54)
What is the difference between helping and supporting? (22:42)
Why do you have an issue with those that can afford expensive things? (25:31)
What does tire rubber have to do with minimalism? (32:02)
How is brainstorming related to minimalism? (33:32)
How do we get comfortable with bad ideas? (34:16)
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The Minimalists speak with Aubrey Marcus about relationship structures, commitment, marriage, open relationships, and more! Watch all 3 hours of episode 385 on The Minimalists Private Podcast.
Discussed in this episode:
How is nonmonogamy related to minimalism? (02:12)
What challenges have people experienced in nonmonogamous relationships? (12:29)
How do people thrive in nonmonogamous relationships? (16:19)
How do we create a healthy balance between giving and receiving love? (19:31)
What is “compersion”? (21:34)
What is “kitchen-table polyamory”? (22:55)
How is suffering contagious? (28:11)
What is “tantric technology”? (31:57)
How do we open ourselves up more for love? (34:58)
Do definitions obscure more than they clarify? (40:01)
How do you broach the possibility of nonmonogamy with a long-term monogamous partner? (45:16)
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The Minimalists speak with Dr. Paul Saladino about foods to subtract from one’s diet—and foods to add—to live more healthfully. Listen to all 3 hours of episode 384 on The Minimalists Private Podcast.
Discussed in this episode:
What should we remove from our diet to improve our health? (02:18)
What are your perspectives regarding dairy and dairy alternatives? (12:02)
Are nuts and seeds healthy snacks? (19:37)
What should we add to our diet to improve our health? (22:39)
Should we limit our consumption of carbohydrates? (33:53)
Why isn’t the vegan diet sufficient for most humans? (45:58)
What one meal could you eat for the rest of your life? (47:10)
What’s wrong with tap water, and what kind of water do you drink? (49:43)
What ancestral practices should we adopt to improve our lives? (52:26)
What are the most common environmental toxins? (53:52)
Can a healthy diet include coffee, olive oil, and vinegar? (55:14)
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The Minimalists talk with Dr. Cortney Warren about heartbreak and letting go of your ex. Listen to all 2 hours of episode 383 on The Minimalists Private Podcast.
Discussed in this episode:
How do we break our emotional and physical attachments to our exes? (02:08)
What faulty beliefs do we harbor regarding our exes? (03:47)
Why do we undervalue what we bring to relationships? (07:32)
How do we ensure our own happiness instead of expecting it from our significant others? (16:47)
What are the three essentials of all relationships? (19:48)
What are the differences between standards and expectations? (22:53)
Is there an appropriate time to move on from a partner who is struggling with seemingly insurmountable challenges? (25:53)
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The Minimalists talk with Lewis Howes, author of The Greatness Mindset, about the fear of success, self-doubt, and how to let go of one’s fantasy self. Listen to all 3 hours of episode 382 on The Minimalists Private Podcast.
Discussed in this episode:
How do I encourage my loved ones to be more supportive? (01:50)
What does the TARA acronym represent? (08:08)
How do we effectively address our fears of failure, judgment, and success? (16:27)
Does ambition also create worry similar to the need for things? (23:27)
How do I overcome the nagging fear of failure in my business pursuits? (29:44)
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The Minimalists talk with psychotherapist Katherine Morgan Schafler about perfectionism, self-sabotage, and cohabiting with someone who isn’t a minimalist. Listen to all 2 hours of episode 381 on The Minimalists Private Podcast.
Discussed in this episode:
How do I overcome my perfectionist tendencies so I can get my work done? (01:40)
What are your perspectives regarding power? (03:42)
How do we address an unhealthy obsession with perfectionism? (12:16)
How do I live peacefully with a non-minimalist? (16:57)
What are the five types of perfectionists? (26:19)
How do The Minimalists make money without ad revenue? (31:09)
What is the difference between procrastination and resistance? (39:02)
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The Minimalists speak with an aspiring minimalist about reducing career clutter. Listen to all 2 hours of episode 380 on The Minimalists Private Podcast.
Discussed in this episode:
How do I determine the most ideal career path to pursue of my many passions? (02:00)
Is an obsession with letting go considered a mental illness? (20:37)
Why are we so preoccupied with mental illnesses? (20:48)
Is it cheating to play the Minimalism Game in February? (27:05)
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The Minimalists speak with therapist relationship expert Nedra Tewwab about letting go of expectations for family members. Listen to all 2 hours of episode 379 on The Minimalists Private Podcast.
Discussed in this episode:
How do we appropriately manage our expectations of loved ones, especially regarding help with parenting our children? (02:08)
How do we respectfully and tactfully discuss inheritance with family members? (18:53)
What is problematic regarding an obsession with political correctness? (21:57)
How do I appropriately support loved ones who don’t recognize their hypocrisy in their treatment of others? (28:59)
When are labels useful? (30:20)
What is the difference between boundaries and bluffs? (31:18)
How do we encourage our parents to be more active grandparents with our children? (32:11)
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The Minimalists talk about why it’s so difficult to let go. Listen to all 2.5 hours of episode 378 on The Minimalists Private Podcast.
Discussed in this episode:
How do I push myself out of my long-term comfort zones? (02:08)
How do we learn to better trust our intuition? (16:37)
What is most concerning about the desire for nice things? (21:01)
How do we ensure we purchase items with weighted consideration for utility, durability, environmental cost, and fair trade manufacturing? (30:39)
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The Minimalists speak with therapist and author Lori Gottlieb about family members who don’t respect boundaries. Listen to all 2 hours of episode 377 on The Minimalists Private Podcast.
Discussed in this episode:
How do we create a detente with loved ones who are completely intractable? (02:04)
How do we bring meaningful change to our relationships? (05:01)
What is “the parentified child”? (11:28)
What do you consider the ‘cost of admission’ for relationships? (14:21)
What are your views regarding nonnegotiables? (14:38)
Why is it so difficult for many to discover alternative solutions to problems in their lives? (15:30)
Why are boundaries rarely respected? (17:41)
How do I tactfully tell others to mind their own business when they intrude on my personal affairs? (20:12)
How do I better manage my OCD so I can be more present as a parent? (24:58)
What is the difference between balance and contentment? (24:13)
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The Minimalists discuss the new “cluttercore” design trend. Listen to all 2 hours of episode 376 on The Minimalists Private Podcast.
Discussed in this episode:
How do we stay focused and motivated when we’re going through a lengthy process of decluttering? (01:50)
What is “cluttercore”? (05:02)
Is there any value in simply embracing clutter? (09:00)
What is “costly signaling”? (10:34)
How do we determine what to actually hold on to? (14:09)
Which of the objects mentioned in past “Added Value” segments have since become clutter? (21:41)
Where can I find a list of other podcasts you’ve been on? (28:52)
How can I refresh a space without adding more stuff? (29:34)
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The Minimalists talk about why people cling to books they’ll never read, advice for aspiring writers, and more. Listen to all 2.5 hours of episode 375 on The Minimalists Private Podcast.
Discussed in this episode:
Why do some people hold on to books they’ll likely never read again? (01:48)
What is the most effective process for getting a book published? (15:30)
What are your perspectives regarding self-promotion? (21:24)
What do you consider ideal writing habits? (26:07)
How do we intentionally let go of our books? (33:04)
What is “narrative urgency”? (35:16)
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The Minimalists talk about holding on to boxes of sentimental items. Listen to all 2 hours of episode 374 on The Minimalists Private Podcast.
Discussed in this episode:
How do we find the strength to let go of significantly sentimental items or find the peace to keep them? (01:47)
Isn’t our reliance on the ‘rules’ of others simply a lack of our own discipline? (15:02)
What is your perspective regarding discipline? (18:10)
How do you record podcasts when much of your staff works and lives remotely? (20:16)
How do we convince loved ones that we truly don’t want physical gifts? (24:02)
How do we create effective boundaries that others actually recognize and respect? (26:42)
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The Minimalists speak with Kapil Gupta, MD, about prescriptions, discontent, fear, suffering, misery, lies, truth, and more. Listen to all 2 hours of episode 373 on The Minimalists Private Podcast.
Discussed in this episode:
What are your perspectives regarding conflict? (10:41)
Why are we so concerned with the opinions of others? (11:46)
Why is trying to convince others so problematic? (20:13)
What do you mean by “the ultimate possibility of a human being”? (34:48)
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The Minimalists talk about letting go, dealing with regrets, New Year’s resolutions, broken family relationships, and the dangers of hope. Listen to all 2 hours of episode 372 on The Minimalists Private Podcast.
Discussed in this episode:
How do we let go of our shame regarding our shortcomings? (04:42)
How do we continuously refine our minimalist practices without becoming compulsive? (11:52)
What is the “No-Stories Policy”? (15:54)
How do we mend a broken relationship when the other person isn’t interested in fixing it? (18:59)
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The Minimalists talk about the gift of a clean slate. Listen to all 3 hours of episode 371 on The Minimalists Private Podcast.
Discussed in this episode:
How do you manage the debilitating anxiety associated with a potentially terminal illness? (01:54)
How is a clean slate the best gift? (03:00)
How do we still love family and friends that don’t support us? (16:25)
How do we let go of excess when circumstances put us in a survival mentality? (20:33)
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The Minimalists speak with Dr. Nicole LePera about letting go of guilt. Listen to all 3 hours of episode 370 on The Minimalists Private Podcast.
Discussed in this episode:
How do we manage the guilt we feel when we’re dependent on loved ones? (01:52)
Why did Dr. LePera write How to Meet Your Self? (15:49)
How do we determine when it’s appropriate to help others? (17:31)
How do we explain to our loved ones when the negatives far outweigh the positives at our job? (27:37)
What does happiness mean to you? (29:36)
How do we establish effective boundaries with one another? (32:42)
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