The Minimalists discuss outgrowing possessions, careers, cities, routines, habits, traditions, and relationships, they release a major announcement, and they answer the following questions: How can you tell you’ve outgrown something? (01:48)  What is the common denominator of outgrown things? (04:39) How do I move on from my past traumas so they have the least negative impact on my present self? (10:35) What is your perspective regarding trauma? (16:58) How do I move on from something without feeling I’m losing part of my identity? (21:12) Who is the new cohost of The Minimalists Podcast? (37:21) Detailed show notes: minimalists.com/podcast Join The Minimalists Private Podcast: minimalists.com/support

349 | Outgrowing Things

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The Minimalists discuss space hoarding, reification, the key to freedom, generosity, and more. Discussed in this episode: Is my landlord a space hoarder if they won’t let me use their empty garage for storage? (1:55) What’s one thing you’re unwilling to share? (21:55) What are Thursday Konversations with T.K. Coleman? (40:09) Listener insight: Using OCD as a superpower. (40:51) Listen to the full Maximal episode on Patreon: patreon.com/theminimalists Detailed show notes: minimalists.com/podcast

443 | The Presence of Absence

The Minimalists speak with Lisa Ann about the benefits of renting clothes, homes, cars, books, tools, and more. They also talk about when it’s best to own a thing instead of renting it. Discussed in this episode: What should I do with my wardrobe if my style preferences constantly change? (2:21) What’s one thing you’d rather rent than own? And what’s one thing you’d rather own than rent? (21:37) How does letting go of things help people let go of resentment? (46:55) Listen to the full Maximal episode on Patreon: patreon.com/theminimalists Detailed show notes: minimalists.com/podcast

442 | Rental Culture

The Minimalists talk about life after simplifying, decluttering slowly over time, processing loss after letting go, and more. Discussed in this episode: Should I get rid of everything while simplifying? (2:29) What’s the most difficult thing you’ve ever let go of? (18:36) When is the next Zoom call with The Minimalists? (37:54) Listener tip about quitting social media. (38:44) Listen to the full Maximal episode on Patreon: patreon.com/theminimalists Detailed show notes: minimalists.com/podcast

441 | Simplify Simplify Simplify

The Minimalists discuss letting go of memories, creating an uncluttered home, three new series from The Minimalists, and more. Discussed in this episode: How do I let go of memories? (3:51) How can I curate a beautiful, uncluttered home? (17:52) What are the three new series coming soon from The Minimalists? (25:12) What’s the best way to create a functional wardrobe with items that last? (24:35) Listen to the full Maximal episode on Patreon: patreon.com/theminimalists Detailed show notes: minimalists.com/podcast

440 | Memory Clutter

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 full Maximal episode on Patreon: patreon.com/theminimalists Detailed show notes: minimalists.com/podcast

349 | Outgrowing Things

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