The podcast discusses the question of the week: 'What's your favorite pleasure that money can't buy?' This question prompts contemplation on the value of non-material joys, contrasting the pursuit of pleasant experiences without monetary value. It suggests that sometimes enduring unpleasant experiences may lead to desired outcomes, emphasizing the complexity of finding true satisfaction. The episode also mentions the availability of weekly show notes with new maxims every Monday for free, encouraging listeners to subscribe to the email newsletter for a dose of simplicity without spam or advertisements.
The Minimalists discuss minimalist trade-offs, non-objects, pleasures that can’t be purchased, and more.
Discussed in this episode:
How do you decide between two things when you have the money for only one? (1:48)
What is your favorite pleasure that money can’t buy? (20:06)
Listener tip: The Imagination Library. (38:16)
Listen to the full Maximal episode on Patreon: patreon.com/theminimalists
Detailed show notes: minimalists.com/podcast