The Minimalists

The Minimalists talk about the next step beyond owning less, minimizing the desire to complain, practical ways to stay motivated when you're a beginner, 50 emotions you regularly feel but haven't ever had a name for, and more.
Discussed in this episode:
Once I've minimized, what's the next step beyond just owning less? (7:36)
Congratulations! You've finally minimized everything. Your life is now completely clutter free. Now what? (21:08)
Right Here, Right Now: The Minimalism 10th Anniversary Tour, Simplehaven Retreat, and a new podcast segment. (32:34)
Listener tip: Three practical ways to stay motivated when you're a beginner and things feel difficult? (41:33)
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Detailed show notes: minimalists.com/podcast

The Minimalists speak with Kristen Ziegler about identifying and minimizing excess pantry items, the most absurd things we own, how to reset your algorithm, how decluttering and cleaning your home boosts your dopamine levels, and more!
Discussed in this episode:
How should I best organize my excess pantry items? (4:54)
What's the most absurd thing in your pantry? Why is it still there? (20:24)
Right Here, Right Now: The Minimalism 10th Anniversary Tour and Simplehaven Retreat (43:18)
Listener Tip: How to reset your algorithm. (45:11)
Have a question for the show? Call 406-219-7839 or email a voice memo to [email protected].
Listen to the full Maximal episode on Patreon: patreon.com/theminimalists
Detailed show notes: minimalists.com/podcast

The Minimalists talk about whether everything is replaceable on a long-enough timeline, downsizing when you enjoy everything you have, the best time to search for a new job, our favorite organizing hacks, and more.
Discussed in this episode:
Is everything replaceable on a long-enough timeline? (00:47)
How can I let go of my meaningful, seemingly irreplaceable belongings? (4:30)
Which would you give up: Your luggage or your dream vacation? (17:43)
Right Here, Right Now: The Minimalism 10th Anniversary Tour and monthly Zoom calls with The Minimalists. (33:14)
Listener Tip: Successfully playing the 30-Day Minimalism Game. (34:45)
Have a question for the show? Call 406-219-7839 or email a voice memo to [email protected].
Listen to the full Maximal episode on Patreon: patreon.com/theminimalists
Detailed show notes: minimalists.com/podcast

The Minimalists speak with Dr. Orion Taraban about how couples can navigate minimalism when only one partner wants to live that way, what's missing from your love life, a new idea to help kids let go, three do's and don'ts that can make or break your relationship, and much more.
Discussed in this episode:
How do I live a minimalist life when my spouse doesn't share those values? (5:30)
What's one thing that's missing from your love life? (26:43)
Right Here, Right Now: Join Joshua, T.K., and Ryan for an hour-long Zoom call. (44:16)
Listener Tip: Use a "friendship bag" to help kids let go of toys. (45:30)
Have a question for the show? Call 406-219-7839 or email a voice memo to [email protected].
Listen to the full Maximal episode on Patreon: patreon.com/theminimalists
Detailed show notes: minimalists.com/podcast

The Minimalists talk about being a minimalist in a maximalist household, butting heads with people you live with, overcoming body-image insecurities, and much more.
Discussed in this episode:
How do I stay sane as the only minimalist in a household of loving but devoted maximalists? (1:50)
How do you butt heads with the people you live with? (21:16)
Right Here, Right Now: Emotional Clutter on Kindle and Audible, and new episodes of the How to Write Better Podcast. (42:10)
Listener Tip: A resource for overcoming body-image insecurity and remembering that your worth is not your appearance. (43:55)
Have a question for the show? Call 406-219-7839 or email a voice memo to [email protected].
Listen to the full Maximal episode on Patreon: patreon.com/theminimalists
Detailed show notes: minimalists.com/podcast