The Minimalists

Rey Flemings, concierge to the 1%, shares insights on the problem with luxury goods, finding happiness in what we already have, and society's obsession with home size. They discuss the burden of wealth, choosing to make less, desires of younger people, social media's influence, and simple recipes and minimalist insights.

Erwin Raphael McManus discusses changing your mind and pursuing your dreams. Topics include the difficulty of changing our minds, rekindling motivation, enjoying downtime without being productive, and why The Minimalists don't run podcast ads.

The hosts discuss letting go of useless possessions and managing others' expectations. They talk about creating resources for new teachers and questioning societal expectations. They also explore the importance of community and the influence of design, including Feng Shui.

Adrienne Jezick, founder of Morozko Forge, talks about the benefits of cold exposure, including relief from chronic pain and illness. The Minimalists discuss the frustrations and discomforts of minimizing, how it affects daily routines, and addressing emotional loneliness from retail therapy. They also explore setting boundaries, dealing with chaos, and the empowering effects of minimizing.

The hosts discuss the downsides of accepting free things as a minimalist and explore the tactics retailers use to entice customers. They also talk about the consequences of holding onto free items and the importance of mindful consumption. The chapter on simplification and finding joy in the process touches on the tension of decluttering and the value of a bigger reason for doing things. They also discuss the significance of relationships and identifying possessions that truly matter in difficult times. Lastly, they share insights on running a successful blog and book recommendations, as well as the fallacy of betting on potential and the idea of a resource closet for dress-up days at work.

Dr. Bradley Nelson, an expert in emotional baggage, joins The Minimalists to discuss various topics. They cover letting go of painful emotions, minimizing emotional clutter, and the cultural discouragement of stillness. The effectiveness of the Emotion Code method and personal anecdotes are shared. They also explore the fear of awareness and the defense mechanism of busyness. Finally, they touch on emotional decluttering, homeschooling, and advertisements they like.

The Minimalists discuss the emotional consequences of decluttering, the complexity of pain, and the importance of understanding. They also explore digital clutter and simplicity, share favorite books, updates on their Patreon app, and invite listeners to join them for their monthly Zoom call.

Psychologist Dr. John Delony joins The Minimalists to discuss finding peace in difficult times. Topics include being at peace with oneself, regaining child custody, the purpose of The Minimalists' social media presence, whether peace is our natural state, and building a non-anxious life through love and questioning desires.

The Minimalists discuss getting rid of things, opting out of workplace dress-up days, their content creation process, and how to find minimalist meetup groups.

This podcast discusses the relationship between clutter and anxiety, letting go of coupons, spending habits based on income, creating a warm and inviting minimalist home, and the value of intentional purchasing decisions.