The Minimalists discuss ten ideal ways to simplify our lives, and they answer the following questions:

Where do we best start our decluttering odyssey? (02:01)
 
What is “setting the stage”? (13:23)
 
What is the “true cost” of an item? (21:06)
 
What two ways do you recommend to save money on every purchase? (24:53)
 
What platforms have you found reliable for selling unwanted items? (33:58)
 
How do we effect positive change in our city’s policies regarding architectural aesthetics? (42:33)
 
What is “wabi-sabi”? (42:58)
 
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Podcast 347 | The Minimalist Checklist

The Minimalists discuss emotional clutter with psychologist Dr. Susan David, and they answer the following questions:

What is optimum emotional health, and how do we achieve it? (01:39)
 
How does acceptance help us manage our emotional state? (04:31)
 
Can anger be productive? (05:59)
 
How are emotions actually data? (07:04)
 
How do emotions and values work together? (07:25)
 
What is the ideal relationship between stimulus and response? (10:29)
 
What is “fusion”? (11:18)
 
What is the “readiness potential”? (13:54)
 
How do we address overidentification with an emotion? (14:10)
 
How do I silence the naysayers in my head? (19:30)
 
What is the “amplification effect”? (20:08)
 
What is the importance of self-compassion? (21:09)
 
What is the difference between a “have-to” goal and a “want-to” goal? (23:10)
 
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Podcast 348 | Decluttering Emotions

The Minimalists are joined by musician Matt Nathanson to talk about the problem with expectations and assumptions. Watch all three hours of episode 352 on The Minimalists Private Podcast: https://patreon.com/theminimalists
 
Discussed in this episode:
 
How do I lower or eliminate expectations? (01:44)
 
What is the distinction between an expectation and an assumption? (10:26)
 
What do you consider your most meaningful accomplishment? (12:22)
 
What can attendees of the Sunday Symposium event expect? (24:46)
 
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Podcast 352 | The Expectations

The Minimalists are joined by comedian Jamie Kilstein to talk about quitting minimalism, saying “no” to birthday gifts, and more. Listen to all three hours of episode 353 on The Minimalists Private Podcast: patreon.com/theminimalists
 
Discussed in this episode:
 
What is your perspective regarding people quitting minimalism? (01:50)
 
Why do we often blame our problems on everything but ourselves? (05:53)
 
What is “new-convert syndrome”? (10:31)
 
How do we tactfully refuse gifts? (12:33)
 
What are T.K.’s three options regarding gifts? (16:02)
 
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Podcast 353 | Quitting Minimalism

The Minimalists are joined by philosopher Peter Rollins to talk about misery, trauma, and letting go of souvenirs. Listen to all three hours of episode 354 on The Minimalists Private Podcast: patreon.com/theminimalists
 
Discussed in this episode:
 
What drives The Minimalists to help others? (01:41)
 
What inspires Peter Rollins to create? (05:57)
 
Why is work meaningful to us? (07:14)
 
How do we let go of the guilt of a poorly chosen present? (10:33)
 
What is your perspective regarding gifts? (13:40)
 
What do you consider magical about live events? (25:13)
 
What is a temporary autonomous zone? (27:58)
 
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Podcast 354 | Misery

The Minimalists talk about avoiding lifestyle inflation. Listen to all three hours of episode 365 on The Minimalists Private Podcast: patreon.com/theminimalists
 
Discussed in this episode:
 
How do I better manage my impulses and my budget as my income increases? (01:46)
 
What is “lifestyle inflation”? (02:29)
 
What is the “casino technique”? (12:04)
 
How will refunding dissatisfied customers and allowing them to keep items affect consumerism? (19:36)
 
How do we determine what luxuries to let go of when we can comfortably afford them? (24:38)
 
What is the “scorched earth approach”? (24:56)
 
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Podcast 365 | Minimalist Budgeting Tips

DishwasherDrone [Disquiet0591] pt 1

This week, on the Global Research News Hour we intend to place an end point on coverage of the COVID-19 pandemic by focusing on a few stories not yet covered in detail that further advance concerns about what was done that should be reconsidered as the pandemic appears to retreat into the distance and the body-counts continue to grow. In our first half hour we are joined by Dr Naomi Wolf, the journalist and founder and CEO of the Daily Clout who has been hit by censorship following an interview with her on a radio program about the files she researched on PFIZER’S vaccine records obtained through a Freedom of Information request. In our second half hour, with International ME/CFS Awareness Day having past less than a week ago, we turn to emerita professor and celebrated environmental toxicologist Magda Havas to warn of the links between COVID-19 and the massive build up of Radio frequency Radiation in our communities, particularly in the US, Canada and Western Europe. In our last few minutes, we offer Manitoba’s Chief Provincial Public Health Officer Dr Brent Roussin the opportunity to respond briefly to some of the concerns expressed on this program on behalf of concerned citizens throughout our community and around the globe.

COVID-19: Camouflaging even Greater Threats to Democracy and Public Health

STBB #863 - HOW COULD u DO THIS 2 Me GIRL

Country song about the complexity of relationships.

If You Try To Find Me

While Israel is escalating its attacks on Palestine and its neighbors, it has still not achieved its proclaimed goals, and resistance to Israel’s genocide is growing around the world. Palestine’s allies in the region are not backing down, and in the U.S. another massive national march on Washington is planned for this Saturday.

Brian Becker is joined by Yara Shoufani, a member of the Palestinian Youth Movement and a PhD student in Political Science at York University, and Jeanine Hourani, a member of PYM and PhD in Middle East Politics at University of Exeter. 

Please make an urgently-needed contribution to The Socialist Program by joining our Patreon community at https://www.patreon.com/TheSocialistProgram. We rely on the generous support of our listeners to keep bringing you consistent, high-quality shows. All Patreon donors of $5 a month or more are invited to join the monthly Q&A seminar with Brian.

Israel Plans Even Wider War: Palestinian Struggle Enters Decisive Stage

Joshua Fields Millburn & Ryan Nicodemus discuss living a meaningful life with less.

Podcast 347 | The Minimalist Checklist

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