Patreon Exclusive. Joshua and Ryan talk about the evolution of minimalism in light of the recent crises, and they answer the following questions:
Is poverty the new minimalism? (47:10)
Why do we humans seem to have an obsession with spending no matter the circumstances? (1:09:35)
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Article: 2020-06-11 12:05:59 +0000 UTC View Post
Patreon Exclusive. Joshua and Ryan talk about the evolution of minimalism in light of the recent crises, and they answer the following questions:
Is poverty the new minimalism? (47:10)
Why do we humans seem to have an obsession with spending no matter the circumstances? (1:09:35)
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Article: 2020-06-11 12:01:01 +0000 UTC View Post
Patreon Exclusive. Anthony ONeal, author of Debt-Free Degree, reveals his biggest failure and the lesson he learned from it. Watch new episodes of The Minimalists’ new video series Biggest Failures each week on Patreon.
2020-06-06 19:00:04 +0000 UTC View Post
Patreon Exclusive. Joshua and Ryan are joined by T.K. Coleman to discuss race in America, virtue signaling, looting, “you ain’t black,” privilege, Black Lives Matter, anti-racism, “Karens,” identity politics, racism versus racial prejudice, and more.
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Patreon Exclusive. Joshua and Ryan are joined by T.K. Coleman to discuss race in America, virtue signaling, looting, “you ain’t black,” privilege, Black Lives Matter, anti-racism, “Karens,” identity politics, racism versus racial prejudice, and more.
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Patreon Exclusive. Joshua and Ryan discuss the end of quarantine, including what they’ve learned from their Quarantine Qonversations, and what they’re working on for patrons going forward. They also discuss the concept of “Breaking Good.”
2020-05-29 19:01:00 +0000 UTC View Post
Patreon Exclusive. Joshua and Ryan discuss the myriad of excuses we concoct to hold on to mementos, and they answer the following questions:
Why do we hold on to things? (41:33)
How do I break the connection between mementos and memories? (45:40)
How do I ensure I retain my memories as I age and my cognition declines? (50:25)
How do I ensure my memories ...
2020-05-28 12:05:00 +0000 UTC View Post
Patreon Exclusive. Joshua and Ryan discuss the myriad of excuses we concoct to hold on to mementos, and they answer the following questions:
Why do we hold on to things? (41:33)
How do I break the connection between mementos and memories? (45:40)
How do I ensure I retain my memories as I age and my cognition declines? (50:25)
How do I ensure my memories ...
2020-05-28 12:00:03 +0000 UTC View Post
Patreon Exclusive. In this Quarantine Qonversation, Ryan chats with his wife, Mariah Coombs-Schneeberger, about the meaningful pursuits she’s rediscovered amid the pandemic, including drawing, snowboarding, hiking, piano, yoga, cooking, and equestrianism.
2020-05-27 19:01:00 +0000 UTC View Post
Patreon Exclusive. In this Quarantine Qonversation, Joshua calls Christopher Kelly from Nourish Balance Thrive to talk about sleep, nature, compassionate communities, connection, distraction.
2020-05-25 19:00:03 +0000 UTC View Post
Patreon Exclusive. In this Quarantine Qonversation, Ryan calls exotic artist Fang Ling Lee about pornstar conventions, gardening, and hiring a homeless man to fix her van.
2020-05-24 19:00:02 +0000 UTC View Post
Patreon Exclusive. In this Quarantine Qonversation, Ryan calls Dr. Christopher Ryan to talk about mental health, “essential” employees, and minimalism being an old answer to a new problem.
2020-05-23 19:00:02 +0000 UTC View Post
Patreon Exclusive. In this Quarantine Qonversation, Ryan calls Sarah Weaver, co-owner of Bandit Coffee Co. They talk about quarantine life in Florida, thriving as an independent business, and relying on community support.
2020-05-22 19:01:02 +0000 UTC View Post
Patreon Exclusive. Joshua and Ryan discuss the nuances of politics with journalist and podcaster Kim Iversen, and they answer the following questions:
Can minimalism be applied to politics? (1:01:44)
Aside from the news, what other reliable resources are available on local, state, and federal politi...
2020-05-21 12:05:01 +0000 UTC View Post
Patreon Exclusive. Joshua and Ryan discuss the nuances of politics with journalist and podcaster Kim Iversen, and they answer the following questions:
Can minimalism be applied to politics? (1:01:44)
Aside from the news, what other reliable resources are available on local, state, and federal politi...
2020-05-21 12:01:01 +0000 UTC View Post
Patreon Exclusive. In this Quarantine Qonversation, Joshua calls The Minimalists’ in-house filmmaker, Jordan Know Moore, to discuss balancing creativity and consumption during a quarantine.
2020-05-20 19:01:02 +0000 UTC View Post
Patreon Exclusive. In this Quarantine Qonversation, Joshua calls Rachel Cruze to talk about “controlling the controllables,” lessons to bring out of the pandemic, getting our finances in order, and the absurdity of comparison, especially during a crisis.
2020-05-18 19:00:03 +0000 UTC View Post
Patreon Exclusive. In this Quarantine Qonversation, Joshua calls Podcast Shawn, producer of The Minimalists Podcast, to discuss whether gun ownership is necessary to protect his family. They also discuss gun safety, firearm training, and common misconceptions around gun ownership.
2020-05-17 19:00:03 +0000 UTC View Post
Patreon Exclusive. In this Quarantine Qonversation, Ryan calls his friend Linda Mbagwau to talk about staying positive during a crisis. They also discuss the best ways to reframe a bad situation.
2020-05-16 19:01:00 +0000 UTC View Post
Patreon Exclusive. In this Quarantine Qonversation, Ryan calls Alex Banayan to talk about trying to stay productive during stressful times. They also discuss what life may look like in the future.
2020-05-15 19:00:03 +0000 UTC View Post
Patreon Exclusive. Joshua and Ryan address several patrons’ concerns regarding the pandemic by answering the following questions:
Although you’ve stated we won’t go back to ‘normal’ after the pandemic, is there anything you will attempt to make normal again that you haven’t been able to do? (18:47)
What can we do to thrive during the pandemic when we’r...
2020-05-14 12:05:00 +0000 UTC View Post
Patreon Exclusive. Joshua and Ryan address several patrons’ concerns regarding the pandemic by answering the following questions:
Although you’ve stated we won’t go back to ‘normal’ after the pandemic, is there anything you will attempt to make normal again that you haven’t been able to do? (18:47)
What can we do to thrive during the pandemic when we’r...
2020-05-14 12:01:00 +0000 UTC View Post
Patreon Exclusive. In this Quarantine Qonversation, Ryan calls his friend Courtney Carver to talk about life in Salt Lake City under quarantine, dressing well each day to stay positive, and her thoughts about online shopping.
2020-05-13 19:00:03 +0000 UTC View Post
Patreon Exclusive. In this Quarantine Qonversation, Ryan calls his musician friend Griffin House to talk about creativity during the pandemic. They also discuss hobbies and finding inspiration in the quarantine.
2020-05-11 19:00:03 +0000 UTC View Post
Patreon Exclusive. In this Quarantine Qonversation, Ryan calls animal trainer Nicole Ellis to talk about our pets and their relationship with COVID-19, good news about animal shelters during this pandemic, animal training, and how to make the most of our time at home with our pets.
2020-05-10 19:01:01 +0000 UTC View Post
Patreon Exclusive. In this Quarantine Qonversation, Joshua calls Adam Lamb from Renew Life Rx to discuss how a crisis affects male and female hormones differently, and how fixing hormones can help people better cope with a stressful situation.
2020-05-09 19:01:01 +0000 UTC View Post
Patreon Exclusive. In this Quarantine Qonversation, Ryan calls professional organizer Kat from The Simplified Life to talk about the difficulties of decluttering, how this is the best time to start simplifying, and how to start letting go.
2020-05-08 19:01:02 +0000 UTC View Post
Patreon Exclusive. Joshua discusses what actions are mindful of both our health and our economy with author and MIT scientist and professor Andrew McAfee, and they answer the following questions:
Is responsible population planning more effective than consuming less? (41:09)
If we’re witnessing the r...
2020-05-07 12:01:01 +0000 UTC View Post
Patreon Exclusive. Joshua discusses what actions are mindful of both our health and our economy with author and MIT scientist and professor Andrew McAfee, and they answer the following questions:
Is responsible population planning more effective than consuming less? (41:09)
If we’re witnessing the r...
2020-05-07 12:01:01 +0000 UTC View Post
Patreon Exclusive. In this Quarantine Qonversation, Joshua calls Colin Wright to talk about how his life of perpetual travel has been altered by the coronavirus pandemic. They also discuss whether the principles in Colin’s books hold up during a crisis, and Colin predicts what the future will look like through the lens ...
2020-05-06 19:00:06 +0000 UTC View Post