The Minimalists

The Minimalists talk about the benefits of restraint, the struggles of consumerism for new minimalists, the difficulties of letting go of social media, and more. Discussed in this episode: How do I declutter my online-shopping addiction? (1:56) What factors contributed to The Minimalists leaving social media? (31:04) Why was I still clinging to my living daughter's suicide note? (45:04) Listen to...

The Minimalists discuss the art of streamlining one's life, letting go of difficult things, how the need for approval keeps people tethered to a lifestyle they don't want, and more.  Discussed in this episode: How can I get my husband to let go of just-in-case items? (3:52) How does my need for approval influence my consumption decisions? (24:17) What are "Thursday Konversations with T.K. Coleman"...

The Minimalists talk about the three different kinds of letting go (graduation, divorce, death), several ways to detach from a former spouse, and how to move on when you feel like you can't let go. Discussed in this episode: How can I detach from my former spouse while actively coparenting and sharing familial responsibilities? (1:58) How do I move on if I can't let go of a thing, career, or relat...

The Minimalists talk about the process of simplifying for newbies and staying motivated when decluttering gets difficult.  Discussed in this episode: How can I maintain traction as a new minimalist? (01:25) How can I keep going on my decluttering journey when I get overwhelmed? (15:45) Listen to the full Maximal episode on Patreon:  patreon.com/theminimalists Detailed show notes:  minimalists.com/...

The Minimalists speak with Cal Newport about the three principles of slow productivity and letting go of social media. Watch all 2 hours of episode 435 on The Minimalists Private Podcast . Discussed in this episode: What are the three principles of slow productivity? (02:10) Should The Minimalists quit social media? (27:48) Detailed show notes:  minimalists.com/podcast Join The Minimalists Private...

The Minimalists speak with Dr. Nicole LePera about breaking cycles and healing relationships. Watch all 2 hours of episode 434 on The Minimalists Private Podcast . Discussed in this episode: How can I let go of the idea of what I thought a relationship should be? (02:23) How can I cease self-loathing? (18:48) Why don't I feel like enough? (33:14) Detailed show notes:  minimalists.com/podcast Join...

The Minimalists talk about what to do when success feels like failure, how to let go of shoes, and taking breaks from technology. Watch all 2 hours of episode 433 on The Minimalists Private Podcast . Discussed in this episode: How can we stop caring what society wants us to do? (01:46) Why can't I let go of shoes I never wear? (15:00) How can we take breaks from technology when everything is digit...

The Minimalists talk about throwing everything away after an infestation and the hypocrisy of minimalism. Watch all 2 hours of episode 432  on The Minimalists Private Podcast . Discussed in this episode: Should I throw away everything after my bed bug infestation? (01:48) How is it minimalist to encourage people to download seven different wallpapers? (13:47) How can I learn to let go of clutter w...

The Minimalists speak with Dr. Ramani Durvasula about recognizing narcissists; whether the term "narcissist" is overused; the roles of self-righteousness, complaining, and comparison in narcissism; and how to walk away. Watch all 2 hours of episode 431  on The Minimalists Private Podcast . Discussed in this episode: How do you know someone is a narcissist, and is the term overused? (01:11) How can...

The Minimalists  talk about their minimalist kitchen essentials, the No Junk Rule, and letting go of embarrassment. Watch all 2 hours of episode 430 on The Minimalists Private Podcast . Discussed in this episode: What are The Minimalist's kitchen essentials? (02:39) How can we get better at asking for help? (15:40) Why did I spend more money when I tried minimalism? (31:22) How can I connect with...

The Minimalists talk about the human desire to fill empty rooms, how they spend their downtime, the value of a quiet life, and why people desire fancy things. Watch all 2 hours of episode 429 on The Minimalists Private Podcast . Discussed in this episode: How do minimalists spend their downtime? (01:56) Why do I struggle with wanting nice things as a minimalists? (22:18) How can we let go of the e...

Learn more about Earthing products: earthing.com/simple In this episode, The Minimalists speak with Ryan Blaser, founder of TestMyHome.com, about the best tests to uncover in-home toxins, including mold, EMFs, WiFi, Bluetooth, blue light, chemicals in water, and other invisible clutter in our homes. Watch all 3 hours of episode 428 on The Minimalists Private Podcast . Discussed in this episode: Wh...

The Minimalists talk about emotional clutter, the dangers of being a "helper," and whether hoarding is a form of procrastination. Watch all 2 hours of episode 427 on The Minimalists Private Podcast . Discussed in this episode: Did I accidentally steal a bicycle? (01:52) Is hoarding just another form of procrastination? (15:59) How can I teach my boyfriend to minimize? (25:09) Where are The Minimal...

The Minimalists speak with author George Kamel about letting go of past financial mistakes, frugality vs. minimalism, and how much money The Minimalists have. Watch all 2 hours of episode 426 on  The Minimalists Private Podcast . Discussed in this episode: How can I let go of my past financial mistakes? (02:15) What's the relationship between frugality and minimalism? (15:25) Are The Minimalists m...

The Minimalists speak with Marcus Collins, author of For the Culture , about the pernicious forces of corporate marketing. Watch all 2 hours of episode 425 on The Minimalists Private Podcast . Discussed in this episode: How can I reconcile being a minimalist with my corporate marketing job? (02:15) Have we become superficial because everyone is trying to sell us something?   (30:09) What do The Mi...

The Minimalists talk about how to start decluttering and letting go of stories about things. Watch all 2 hours of episode 424 on  The Minimalists Private Podcast . Discussed in this episode: What's the best method to start decluttering? (02:00) How do you get rid of things that are brand new? (12:36) How can I live my life without constantly feeling disappointed by the world around me? (25:58) How...

The Minimalists talk about decluttering seasonal decorations, opting out of the consumer culture of Los Angeles, and whether hoarding is a choice. Watch all 2 hours of episode 423 on The Minimalists Private Podcast . Discussed in this episode: Should I declutter my seasonal decorations? (01:55) Is it difficult to be a minimalist in Los Angeles? (12:49) Is hoarding a choice? (26:29) How are Joshua...

The Minimalists speak with Michael Easter, author of The Comfort Crisis and Scarcity Brain , about embracing boredom and starting from scratch after losing everything. Watch all 2 hours of episode 422 on The Minimalists Private Podcast . Discussed in this episode: How do we start from scratch after losing everything? (02:29) Why can't humans embrace boredom? (22:30) How can we achieve work-life ba...

The Minimalists speak with Dr. Zach Bush and Alex Woodard about environmentally friendly products, issues caused by food companies, and more. Watch all 2 hours of episode 421 on The Minimalists Private Podcast . Discussed in this episode: How can I find affordable environmentally friendly products? (02:06) How can we opt out of the madness of manufactured foods? (27:13) Are we addicted to water? (...

The Minimalists speak with Leo Babauta from Zen Habits about bringing meaning to our everyday lives and getting back on track with minimalism. Watch all 2 hours of episode 420 on  The Minimalists Private Podcast . Discussed in this episode: How can I bring meaning to my everyday life? (02:33) How do I get back on track after falling off the minimalism wagon? (16:03) Are smartphones a minimalist to...

The Minimalists speak with Rey Flemings, "concierge to the 1%," about the problem with luxury goods, finding happiness in what we already have, and why people care too much about the size of their homes. Watch all 2 hours of episode 419 on The Minimalists Private Podcast . Discussed in this episode: How do I find happiness in what I already have? (02:20) Why do we obsess over the square footage of...

The Minimalists speak with Erwin Raphael McManus about the upsides and downsides of changing your mind, finding the motivation to pursue your dreams, and more. Watch all 2 hours of episode 418 on The Minimalists Private Podcast . Discussed in this episode: Why is it difficult for us to change our minds? (02:01) How can I rekindle the motivation to pursue my dreams? (12:30) How can I enjoy downtime...

The Minimalists talk about what makes a possession useless and why it's not your responsibility to manage the material expectations of others. Watch all 2 hours of episode 417 on The Minimalists Private Podcast . Discussed in this episode: What can I do with my old school lesson plans? (01:49) How can I manage my father's expectations without causing conflict? (11:48) Why do people pay to keep thi...

The Minimalists talk about the frustrating effects of decluttering, and then they interview Adrienne Jezick from Morozko Forge about the benefits of ice baths. Watch all 2 hours of episode 416 on The Minimalists Private Podcast . Discussed in this episode: How does minimalism affect one's daily routine? (02:50) What can Morozko Forge founder Adrienne Jezick tell us about the benefits of cold expos...

The Minimalists talk about saying no to free stuff. Watch all 3 hours of episode 415 on The Minimalists Private Podcast . Discussed in this episode: How can I say no to all the freebies my employer keeps trying to give me? (02:00) How can I overcome my all-or-nothing mentality? (13:55) What can I do to stay out of the stuff rat race? (26:55) How can I stop holding on to just-in-case items? (44:00)...