The Minimalists talk about deciding what to get rid of, managing technology usage, replacing items, minimizing paper clutter, the distinction between advertising and promoting, and more!
Discussed in this episode:
Have you had a sensory deprivation experience? (01:58)
How do we determine what to let go of when we’re attached to everything we have? (07:45)
What is “st...
2022-10-24 10:01:00 +0000 UTC View Post
Title: White Halloween
Description: Photo of (some of) JFM's minimalist Halloween decorations.
We'll discuss in episode 363.
P.S. We're sending this home-tour photo a day early since we have a livestream scheduled for tomorrow, and we prefer to avoid multiple same-day emails.
2022-10-20 17:40:51 +0000 UTC View Post
The Minimalists speak with hospice physician Dr. Zach Bush about accepting death, managing grief, letting go of regrets, sitting with dying loved ones, releasing expectations for the world around us, and more.
Discussed in this episode:
How does it seem that we effortlessly let go of everything when we die? (02:37)
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The Minimalists speak with hospice physician Dr. Zach Bush about accepting death, managing grief, letting go of regrets, sitting with dying loved ones, releasing expectations for the world around us, and more.
Discussed in this episode:
How does it seem that we effortlessly let go of everything when we die? (02:35)
<... 2022-10-17 11:00:08 +0000 UTC View Post
Title: Entryway Peep
Description: Ella spotted in hallway near entryway.
We'll discuss in episode 362.
2022-10-14 13:59:01 +0000 UTC View Post
Patrons,
Hey, check out our new header photo (taken by Danny Unknwn)! Isn't T.K. Coleman a great addition to the pod?!
Okay, on to the real update...
Last week, we asked every patron who subscribes to the video version of our Private Podcast whether they wanted us to continue using Patreon's native player or revert back to private YouTube links (2022-10-12 14:59:01 +0000 UTC View Post
The Minimalists talk about managing guilt and disappointment when saying "no," natural remedies for anxiety, the difference between being intentional and seeking pleasure, why misery exists in every relationship, and more!
Discussed in this episode:
How do I manage the guilt I feel when I must refuse the requests of others for my assistance? (02:14)
Why is it so difficult to s...
2022-10-10 11:05:00 +0000 UTC View Post
The Minimalists talk about managing guilt and disappointment when saying "no," natural remedies for anxiety, the difference between being intentional and seeking pleasure, why misery exists in every relationship, and more!
Discussed in this episode:
How do I manage the guilt I feel when I must refuse the requests of others for my assistance? (02:12)
Why is it so difficult to s...
2022-10-10 11:00:08 +0000 UTC View Post
Title: Sunset Phonics
Description: Photo of Ella reading in JFM's living room.
We'll discuss in episode 361.
2022-10-07 15:59:01 +0000 UTC View Post
The Minimalists speak with sleep expert Jack Dell’Accio about best practices for sleep, sleep routines for people in relationships, how much sleep we’re “supposed” to get, insomnia and anxiety, nontoxic mattresses, and more.
Discussed in this episode:
When did Jack Dell’Accio begin studying sl...
2022-10-03 11:06:00 +0000 UTC View Post
The Minimalists speak with sleep expert Jack Dell’Accio about best practices for sleep, sleep routines for people in relationships, how much sleep we’re “supposed” to get, insomnia and anxiety, nontoxic mattresses, and more.
Discussed in this episode:
When did Jack Dell’Accio begin studying sl...
2022-10-03 11:00:06 +0000 UTC View PostPatrons,
It has been roughly 10 episodes since we started using Patreon's native video player for the video version of our private podcasts (instead of private YouTube links). It's been a great experiment, and now it's time to decide the best path forward—the path that provides the best experience for our private-podcast viewers.
Pros: Switching to Patreon's video player has allow...
2022-10-02 15:00:05 +0000 UTC View Post
Title: Triple Potty Inception
Description: Photo of JFM's bathroom.
We'll discuss in episode 360.
2022-09-30 15:00:09 +0000 UTC View Post
The Minimalists talk about getting rid of excess “friends” on social media, learning from mistakes, financial minimalism, and more!
Discussed in this episode:
How do we appropriately curate our ‘friends’ lists in our social media accounts? (02:26)
Why do we act on social media in ways we would never act in real life? (07:04)
How do we appropriately manage misery ...
2022-09-26 11:05:01 +0000 UTC View Post
The Minimalists talk about getting rid of excess “friends” on social media, learning from mistakes, financial minimalism, and more!
Discussed in this episode:
How do we appropriately curate our ‘friends’ lists in our social media accounts? (02:25)
Why do we act on social media in ways we would never act in real life? (07:03)
How do we appropriately manage misery ...
2022-09-26 11:00:08 +0000 UTC View Post
Title: Access Outshines Ownership
Description: Photo of the hiking land next to JFM's home.
We'll discuss in episode 359.
2022-09-23 13:00:00 +0000 UTC View Post
The Minimalists are joined by licensed therapists Vanessa Bennett and John Kim to discuss relationship clutter, breaking the blame cycle, attachment styles, and more!
Discussed in this episode:
Why did Vanessa Bennett and John Kim writ...
2022-09-19 11:05:00 +0000 UTC View Post
The Minimalists are joined by licensed therapists Vanessa Bennett and John Kim to discuss relationship clutter, breaking the blame cycle, attachment styles, and more!
Discussed in this episode:
Why did Vanessa Bennett and John Kim writ...
2022-09-19 11:00:07 +0000 UTC View Post
Ryan Nicodemus returns and the trio talks about what makes them angry, the trauma caused by clinging, the surprising sources of calendar clutter, and more!
Discussed in this episode:
How did Ryan enjoy his time off? (02:30)
Can there truly be too much of a good thing? (04:30)
How do Joshua and Bex manage time apart while living together? (06:33)
Why was Joshua angr...
2022-09-12 11:05:01 +0000 UTC View Post
Ryan Nicodemus returns and the trio talks about what makes them angry, the trauma caused by clinging, the surprising sources of calendar clutter, and more!
Discussed in this episode:
How did Ryan enjoy his time off? (02:29)
Can there truly be too much of a good thing? (04:27)
How do Joshua and Bex manage time apart while living together? (06:31)
Why was Joshua angr...
2022-09-12 11:00:07 +0000 UTC View Post
Title: The Returns
Description: Photo of JFM's porch with pre-damaged furniture.
We'll discuss in episode 358.
2022-09-09 13:00:07 +0000 UTC View Post
Patreon Exclusive. The Minimalists are joined by musician and YouTuber Ruslan to talk about judgment as emotional clutter.
Discussed in this episode:
How do we help our children control their emotions? (03:23)
Will I unduly risk advancing in my career if I delay taking advantage of continuing ...
2022-09-05 11:05:59 +0000 UTC View Post
Patreon Exclusive. The Minimalists are joined by musician and YouTuber Ruslan to talk about judgment as emotional clutter.
Discussed in this episode:
How do we help our children control their emotions? (03:21)
Will I unduly risk advancing in my career if I delay taking advantage of continuing ...
2022-09-05 11:01:03 +0000 UTC View Post
Title: Wild, Life
Description: Photo of JFM's "cluttered" yard.
We'll discuss in episode 357.
2022-09-02 13:00:08 +0000 UTC View Post
Patreon Exclusive. The Minimalists are joined by Joshua’s wife, Becca Shern, host of How to Love, to talk about unconventional relationships, parenting, sex, wellness, our broken educational system, and much more!
Di...
2022-08-29 11:05:59 +0000 UTC View Post
Patreon Exclusive. The Minimalists are joined by Joshua’s wife, Becca Shern, host of How to Love, to talk about unconventional relationships, parenting, sex, wellness, our broken educational system, and much more!
Dis...
2022-08-29 11:00:06 +0000 UTC View Post
Title: Objects A
Description: Hole in a shirt, objects on a shelf.
We'll discuss on episode 356.
P.S. Sending this a day early because we have a special livestream tomorrow.
2022-08-25 13:00:01 +0000 UTC View Post
Patreon Exclusive. The Minimalists are joined by philosopher Peter Rollins to talk about misery, trauma, letting go of souvenirs, and much more!
Discussed in this episode:
What drives The Minimalists to help others? (03:13)
What inspires Peter Rollins to create? (07:28)
Why is work meaning...
2022-08-22 11:06:00 +0000 UTC View Post
Patreon Exclusive. The Minimalists are joined by philosopher Peter Rollins to talk about misery, trauma, letting go of souvenirs, and much more!
Discussed in this episode:
What drives The Minimalists to help others? (03:13)
What inspires Peter Rollins to create? (07:30)
Why is work meaning...
2022-08-22 11:01:03 +0000 UTC View Post
Title: Fairy Princess Dinosaur
Description: Single fridge photo in JFM's too-blue kitchen.
We'll discuss on episode 355.
2022-08-19 14:00:01 +0000 UTC View Post