Everyone wants to live a meaningful life. Today’s author promises to help us identify the obstacles that keep us from living with intention so we can focus on what matters most. Join Joe & Mike as they embark on a quest to identify their purpose and find lasting meaning. Links Support the Show Joe’s Live Stream Ship 30 for 30 Bookworm #143: The Messy Middle Mike’s Twitter thread on The Messy Middle Bookworm #144: Steal Like an Artist Things That Matter by Joshua Becker Bookworm #6: The More of Less Bookworm #104: The Minimalist Home 30 Lessons for Living by Karl Pillemer Bookworm #64: Digital Minimalism How to Do What You Love and Make Good Money | sivers.org Mike’s Twitter thread on Obsidian Focused #135: Don’t Eat the Frog, with Jesse J. Anderson Twitter | Jesse J. Anderson The Social Dilemma Bookworm #67: Quiet Bittersweet by Susan Cain Hero on a Mission by Donald Miller Bookworm YouTube channel Join the Club Recommend a Book Book List Leave a Review Mike's Rating: 4.5Cory's Rating: 5.0

#54: Minimalist expert and award-winning author, Joshua Becker, joins Chris to talk about the many ways that “things'' get in the way of living a purpose-filled life. They discuss Joshua’s top decluttering strategies, the 8 distractions that prevent people from living more meaningfully, and hacks to help guide you toward achieving the benefits of a more satisfying life through owning less.Joshua Becker (@joshua_becker) is an expert minimalist, an award-winning author, and the founder of Becoming Minimalist, a website dedicated to inspiring others to find more life by owning less. He recently released his latest book Things That Matter: Overcoming Distraction to Pursue a More Meaningful Life.Full show notes at: https://allthehacks.com/minimalism-joshua-becker Partner DealsAthletic Greens: Free 1 year supply of Vitamin D and 5 free travel packsDaffy: Free $25 to give to the charity of your choiceFor all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/dealsResources MentionedAll the Hacks Newsletter: Sign UpConnect with Joshua Becker: Website | Instagram | TwitterJoshua’s Books:  Things That Matter: Overcoming Distraction to Pursue a More Meaningful Life The Minimalist Home: A Room-by-Room Guide to a Decluttered, Refocused Life The More of Less: Finding the Life You Want Under Everything You Own Simplify: 7 Guiding Principles to Help Anyone Declutter Their Home and Life Clutterfree with Kids: Change your thinking. Discover new habits. Free your home Podcasts mentioned: All the Hacks Podcast #25 Nir Eyal All the Hacks Podcast #50 Adam Nash Resources Mentioned: Harvard Study: Exchanging cents for seconds : the happiness benefits of choosing time over money Happy Money: The Science of Happier Spending Indistractable: How to Control Your Attention and Choose Your Life Courtney Carver’s Website: Be More With Less Logan and Tammy Strobel’s Website: Our Tiny House Joshua’s Phoenix Recommendations: Barrio Cafe | Camelback MountainFull Show Notes(01:39) Misconceptions About Minimalism(02:32) Importance of Fewer Distractions and Possessions(03:47) Joshua's Starting Question for Removing Distractions(07:01) Joshua's Top Decluttering Strategy(08:54) Staging Home for Calm Space and Purpose(13:12) Inspiring Transition to Minimalism(15:59) Letting Go of Seldom-Used Items(21:31) Decluttering's Impact on Space Use(22:49) Donate or Sell Valuable Items?(25:40) 5 Core Principles of Smart Spending(27:30) Buying Time vs. Having Fewer Items(29:38) Applying Minimalism to Your Space(31:09) 10 Questions for Minimalizing(34:07) Realization and Writing "Things That Matter"(35:53) 8 Distractions Preventing Satisfaction(40:04) Time vs. Happiness: Harvard Study(42:30) Focusing on Meaning Through Generosity(45:26) Overcoming Trivial Distractions(50:21) Phoenix Recommendations: Dine, Drink, Do(51:58) Finding More About Joshua BeckerConnect with All the HacksAll the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | EmailChris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedInEditor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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

Joshua Becker, founder of Becoming Minimalist, discusses the power of daily habits in shaping our lives. He introduces seven simple yet impactful habits for personal transformation, emphasizing how small changes can lead to significant shifts in well-being. Topics include focused to-do lists, regular exercise, gratitude practice, and maintaining a tidy kitchen for a brighter morning start.

The Minimalists speak with Joshua Becker about Things That Matter, becoming minimalist, and finding purpose, and they answer the following questions: How do I discover what truly matters when I’m already struggling to find meaning in my daily life? (02:11) How do we discover our purposes? (02:34) Would you change your minimalist journeys based on what you know now? (08:07) How do we recoup and regroup from the past purchase of a luxury item, especially when we’re trying to recover from the financial repercussions of the purchase, such as a considerable car loan? (12:47) What does Joshua Becker recommend regarding vehicle purchases? (15:33) How do I reframe minimalism as merely a tool rather than a goal? (21:39) How do I ensure my needs are met along with those for which I’m a caregiver? (29:53) Detailed show notes: minimalists.com/podcast Join The Minimalists Private Podcast: minimalists.com/support

This week Mike and Joe talk about cutting back and simplifying life with Joshua Becker’s book The More Of Less. Recommend A Book Mechanical Keyboards Das Keyboard Mike’s Keyboard: Dvorak Simplified Keyboard – Wikipedia Cortex #29: Dvorak – Relay FM The More of Less by Joshua Becker Joshua Becker’s site – Becoming Minimalist Become a Minimalist with Joshua Becker – The Productivity Show Think Better, Live Better Event Simple Living – Wikipedia 5: Essentialism by Greg McKeown – Bookworm The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up by Marie Kondo Macstock Conference & Expo Joe writes articles by hand Thou Shalt Hustle by Mike Schmitz The Hope Effect Deep Work by Cal Newport The Power of Full Engagement by Jim Loehr, Tony Schwartz Recommend A Book Bookworm Book List Remarks – Social Podcasting Remarks on the App Store Twitter List of Authors Subscribe on iTunes Mike's Rating: 4Cory's Rating: 4

Joshua Becker, minimalism expert and author, shares insights on how to effectively introduce minimalism to a reluctant spouse. He emphasizes understanding your partner's perspective, practicing patience, and focusing on positive experiences. Learn strategies for selling minimalism and starting small with manageable steps.

Joshua Becker, an author and blogger known for his insights on minimalism and personal finance, delves into the roots of financial stress. He discusses how the modern obsession with money leads to constant dissatisfaction and the habit of overspending. Becker emphasizes the importance of understanding money as a mere tool, not a source of anxiety, and advocates for fostering a sense of 'enough.' By reshaping our relationship with finances, he believes we can alleviate stress and achieve a more peaceful life.

In this engaging discussion, Joshua Becker, author and advocate for minimalism, shares his insights on living intentionally. He introduces six thought-provoking questions designed to help listeners evaluate their goals and distractions. By focusing on reducing the unnecessary, Becker highlights how this practice can lead to deeper self-awareness and purpose across all areas of life. His perspectives on the ripple effects of minimalism resonate deeply, encouraging a more purposeful approach to everything from personal possessions to relationships.

Joshua Becker encourages embracing each season of life for its unique joys and challenges. He emphasizes staying current with societal changes, recognizing personal growth, and not letting past mistakes define us. The podcast discusses the importance of adapting to change, embracing the present season, and finding wisdom in growing older.