The Minimalists

The Minimalists talk about the small things that feel like a big deal to let go of. 

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Do I count my straws, screws, and old paperwork separately when playing the 30-Day Mini…

The Minimalists are joined by Erwin Raphael McManus to talk about the most effective ways to handle conflict with friends, family, and loved ones.

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How can I respectfully co…

The Minimalists talk about the difference between minimalism and renunciation, and they explore the unforeseen downsides of renouncing things.

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What’s the best way to avoid …

The Minimalists are joined by Annaka Harris to talk about the unknown corners of consciousness and the cosmos.

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How does detachment relate to awareness? (2:20)

What takes yo…

For the finale of their five-part Household Clutter series, The Minimalists are joined by Kristen Ziegler to talk about decluttering the excess stuff that’s lurking in your cabinets, drawers, and oth…

For the fourth episode in their five-part Household Clutter series, The Minimalists are joined by Cas Aarssen to talk about the bedroom clutter that gets in the way of peace and intimacy.

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For the third episode in their five-part Household Clutter series, The Minimalists are joined by Dr. Julia Raz to talk about garage clutter, including the excess stuff that is hidden in basements, at…

For the second episode in their five-part Household Clutter series, The Minimalists are joined by Courtney Carver to talk about decluttering the excess clothes, shoes, and accessories in our closets.

For the first episode in their five-part Household Clutter series, The Minimalists are joined by Joshua Becker to talk about decluttering the things that make a mess of our living spaces.

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In this bonus episode, The Minimalists talk about the clutter that is often caused by smart devices.

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Should I let go of my Apple Watch, Peloton, WHOOP, and other fitness t…

The Minimalists talk about the benefits and downsides of wasting time.

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When is it selfish to say no to the people I love? (1:54)

What are you most likely to waste your time…

The Minimalists talk about going without the things that get in the way.

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How do I let go of my phone distractions to be more productive? (1:46)

What’s one thing you’d like …

The Minimalists talk with Eli Harwood about secure attachments and attachment theory.

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How is collecting related to emotional insecurity? (2:19)

What is attachment theory? …

The Minimalists talk about the opposite of hoarding.

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What happens when you take downsizing too far? (2:05)

How do you stop yourself from minimizing excessively? (24:05)

Th…

The Minimalists talk about that overwhelming feeling that most of us experience when our homes are full of clutter. 

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Is a junk removal service the best way to deal with a h…

The Minimalists dive deep into the anxiety that often accompanies the holiday shopping season.

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How can I stop people from buying unnecessary Christmas gifts that clutter ou…

The Minimalists are joined by Judah Smith to talk about building a community, finding wellbeing through connection, how to listen to people you love but disagree with, and more.

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The Minimalists discuss the things that give people a sense of purpose.

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Can minimalism help people find their reason for being? (2:20)

What makes you excited to get out of …

Ryan Nicodemus returns to The Minimalists Podcast to discuss minimalist tools.

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What are the upsides and downsides of artificial intelligence as a minimalist tool? (2:26)

Wh…

The Minimalists talk about minimizing the division caused by partisan politics.

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How can we minimize political division when we don't agree with other people? (2:42)

What do…