The Minimalists sit down with Colin Wright, author of How to Turn 39: Thoughts About Aging for People of All Ages, to talk about youth, aging, redefining accomplishments, and more.
Discussed in this episode:
What does it mean for young people to embrace the natural aging process? (2:22)
Would your 15-year-old self be impressed by you today? (26:19)
What gift does JFM want for his 43rd birthday? (43:24)
Listener tip: How can you downsize 100 items in one hour? (45:10)
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The Minimalists discuss minimalist trade-offs, non-objects, pleasures that can’t be purchased, and more.
Discussed in this episode:
How do you decide between two things when you have the money for only one? (1:48)
What is your favorite pleasure that money can’t buy? (20:06)
Listener tip: The Imagination Library. (38:16)
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The Minimalists discuss the clutter that is often caused by spirituality, religion, and different ideologies.
Discussed in this episode:
Should I declutter some of my accessories that might be cluttering my spiritual practice? (2:09)
What’s the first thing that comes to mind when you hear the term “spirituality”? (30:44)
What are the 10 free minimalist resources from The Minimalists? (50:51)
Listener tip: an app a day! (51:29)
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The Minimalists talk about the fear of being too grateful, imposter syndrome, the problem with the pursuit of happiness, turning burdens into blessings, and more.
Discussed in this episode:
Is it possible to be too grateful? (2:13)
What’s one thing that was once a burden that you are now grateful for? (29:19)
What new position are The Minimalists now hiring for? (43:22)
Listener tip: insights from a massive decluttering session. (48:45)
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