Minimalism is the only idea without an ideology because we don't prescribe things. But if you're just saying, I'm gonna pick this up and do that, then that does become another form of clutter. The buy nothing group can go wrong when they become so prescriptive it gets in the way of what actually adds value.
The Minimalists talk about the buy nothing movement and the dangers of binary thinking. Watch all 2 hours of episode 405 on The Minimalists Private Podcast.
Discussed in this episode:
What are The Minimalists’ thoughts on the “buy nothing” movement? (02:53)
How can I let go of the items my husband left behind after his death? (18:10)
Why do we feel resistant to making end-of-life plans? (30:22)
How can I help my adult daughter become independent? (37:53)
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