The Minimalists

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)

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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)

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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"? (35:31)

Listener insight: "Sometimes I disagree with The Minimalists, but I still appreciate your perspective." (38:27)

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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 relationship that used to add value to my life? (14:25)

What graduations are The Minimalists celebrating? (21:11)

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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)

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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)

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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)

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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 digital these days? (28:30)

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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 when I grew up poor? (22:48)

How do I know whether I should let go of a relationship? (27:57)

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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 I tell a narcissist that they're the problem? (21:55)

How do you let go of your feelings if your emotions are tied to your ego? (37:02)

How can you mentally let go of an item you're keeping just for when? (41:33)

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