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2962: The Value of Fasting (from Anything). And How to Get Started by Joshua Becker of Becoming Minimalist on Discipline

Nov 5, 2023

Joshua Becker, writer and founder of Becoming Minimalist, discusses the value of fasting from anything and how to get started. He shares personal experiences and the benefits of intentionally removing external controlling factors in our lives. Learn about the benefits of fasting from external influences and how to incorporate it into your life

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Fasting promotes self-control and helps individuals gain insights into their personal habits.

To begin fasting, choose an external influence to give up, create a supportive environment, embrace challenges, and reintroduce the item deliberately.

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The Value of Fasting

Fasting, whether from food or other external influences, is a practice that promotes self-control and spiritual discipline. By voluntarily abstaining from something for a specific period of time, individuals can gain insights into their personal habits and find a balance in their lives. Examples of fasting could include giving up television, eating out, social media, or even specific foods like sugar or coffee. Fasting serves as a reminder that we are in control of our habits and helps put external factors back into perspective.

Fasting to Strengthen Self-Control: Step 3, Make arrangements for success

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The Value of Fasting from Anything and How to Get Started

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The Value of Fasting from Anything and How to Get Started

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Joshua Becker of Becoming Minimalist shares the value of fasting from anything and how we can start.

Episode 2962: The Value of Fasting (from Anything). And How to Get Started by Joshua Becker of Becoming Minimalist on Discipline

Joshua Becker and his family decided to live with fewer possessions after a conversation with his neighbor in 2008. As a result, they found a better way to live, centered on more important pursuits.

Their story has been seen on the CBS Evening News, NPR, the Boston Globe, the Wall Street Journal and countless media interviews around the world. Their books have sold in the tens of thousands.

BecomingMinimalist.com is about their journey towards a rational approach to minimalism. It is about the joys and the struggles. It is about the lessons they have learned. It has inspired millions around the world. It is written to inspire you to intentionally live with less, and find more life because of it.

The original post is located here: https://www.becomingminimalist.com/fasting/

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