"I had to change the way I handled when people asked me that question," he said. "When you have a family member who is trying to guilt trip you into giving you something that you really don't have or that isn't going to really help them in the long run, you have every right to look at that family member and say, 'That's not how I'm going to help you'"
The Minimalists talk about healing from shopping addiction, being used by family, getting bothered by others, and more. Watch all 2 hours of episode 397 on The Minimalists Private Podcast.
Discussed in this episode:
How can I heal from shopping addiction and emotional abuse?(02:47)
What are The Minimalists’ views on the ethics of using sharing-economy services like Uber and AirBnB? (16:49)
What makes a supportive partner? (35:47)
Now that Minimalism: A Documentary About the Important Things is available for free on YouTube, will the bonus content still be available for purchase? (49:08)
How does the death of a parent affect one’s identity? (51:09)
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