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Maximal Ep. 394 | Simplify Everything (Video)
The Minimalists talk about reducing digital clutter and whether “the cloud” is damaging the planet, flying first class and staying in luxury accommodations, OCD, addiction and spirituality, how to let go of attachment to things, guilt and donating books, and much more!Discussed in this episode:H...
Minimalist Home Tour #38
Title: Swedish SunsetDescription: Patron Camilla's simple and elegant dining room at sunset.We'll discuss on episode 394.You can email a photo of your minimalist space to podcast@theminimalists.com. We'll feature our favorites on future episodes.
Maximal Ep. 393 | Psychological Clutter
The Minimalists speak with psychologist Dr. John Delony about psychological clutter, the anatomy of hope, enduring chronic physical pain, repairing broken trust, the feeling of an uncluttered mind, and much more!Discussed in this episode:What are your views regarding hope? (01:58)What are the two ki...
Maximal Ep. 393 | Psychological Clutter (Video)
The Minimalists speak with psychologist Dr. John Delony about psychological clutter, the anatomy of hope, enduring chronic physical pain, repairing broken trust, the feeling of an uncluttered mind, and much more!Discussed in this episode:What are your views regarding hope? (01:55)What are the two ki...
Minimalist Home Tour #37
Title: DreamshadowsDescription: Patron Chelsea's bedroom is void of clutter but filled with personality and natural light.We'll discuss on episode 393.You can email a photo of your minimalist space to podcast@theminimalists.com. We'll feature our favorites on future episodes.
Maximal Ep. 392 | The Flinch
The Minimalists speak with author Julien Smith about the flinch that prevents us from freeing ourselves from the weight of material possessions, perpetual dissatisfaction, the balance between minimalism and deprivation, getting rid of things that have no value to others, where our identities come fr...
Maximal Ep. 392 | The Flinch (Video)
The Minimalists speak with author Julien Smith about the flinch that prevents us from freeing ourselves from the weight of material possessions, perpetual dissatisfaction, the balance between minimalism and deprivation, getting rid of things that have no value to others, where our identities come fr...
Minimalist Home Tour #36
Title: A Classy OfficeDescription: Patron Sheryl shows us that a minimalist space can be calm and simple without needing to be sparse or sterile.We'll discuss on episode 392.You can email a photo of your minimalist space to podcast@theminimalists.com. We'll feature our favorites on future ep...
Maximal Ep. 391 | Wanting to Let Go
The Minimalists talk about abandoning impulse to get what you want, getting rid of old pet supplies, teaching children to put things away, journaling, coffee culture, antiques, becoming an early riser, how to tell the difference between just-in-case items and just-for-when items, and much more!Discu...
Maximal Ep. 391 | Wanting to Let Go (Video)
The Minimalists talk about abandoning impulse to get what you want, getting rid of old pet supplies, teaching children to put things away, journaling, coffee culture, antiques, becoming an early riser, how to tell the difference between just-in-case items and just-for-when items, and much more!Discu...
Minimalist Home Tour #35
Title: Bare MinimaDescription: This 100-year-old Fan row home of Minima’s owner, Kristen Ziegler (last week's podcast guest, episode 390), showcases her passion for simplicity, her attention to detail, and her obsession with Scandinavian and Japanese design.We'll discuss on episode 391.You...
Maximal Ep. 390 | Organized Home
The Minimalists speak with professional organizer Kristen Ziegler about adding style to one’s home without adding clutter, becoming an “organized person,” decorating with roommates, working from home without a dedicated office space, storing kitchen gadgets, organizing art supplies, and much m...
Maximal Ep. 390 | Organized Home (Video)
The Minimalists speak with professional organizer Kristen Ziegler about adding style to one’s home without adding clutter, becoming an “organized person,” decorating with roommates, working from home without a dedicated office space, storing kitchen gadgets, organizing art supplies, and much m...
Minimalist Home Tour #34
Title: Balance Is the Absence of ExcessDescription: A look inside JFM's peaceful 250-square-foot living space.We'll discuss on episode 390.You can email a photo of your minimalist space to podcast@theminimalists.com. We'll feature our favorites on future episodes.
Maximal Ep. 389 | Attached to Clothing
The Minimalists talk about feeling overwhelmed by clothing, experiencing regret after letting go, packing parties and moving, creativity versus consumption, the hedonic treadmill, letting go of military-service items, finding balance between life and work, and more!Discussed in this episode:How do w...
Maximal Ep. 389 | Attached to Clothing (Video)
The Minimalists talk about feeling overwhelmed by clothing, experiencing regret after letting go, packing parties and moving, creativity versus consumption, the hedonic treadmill, letting go of military-service items, finding balance between life and work, and more!Discussed in this episode:How do w...
Minimalist Home Tour #33
Title: On a Clear Day You Can See ForeverDescription: Patron Mariia's stunningly clean and calm kitchen.We'll discuss on episode 389.You can email a photo of your minimalist space to podcast@theminimalists.com. We'll feature our favorites on future episodes.
Maximal Ep. 388 | Money Clutter (Video)
The Minimalists speak with financial expert Ramit Sethi about wealth, money clutter, investing with a minimalist mindset, how much money is enough, how to start learning about personal finance, timeless money principles, inflation, saving for retirement, and much more!Discussed in this episode:Why d...
Maximal Ep. 388 | Money Clutter
The Minimalists speak with financial expert Ramit Sethi about wealth, money clutter, investing with a minimalist mindset, how much money is enough, how to start learning about personal finance, timeless money principles, inflation, saving for retirement, and much more!Discussed in this episode:Why d...
Minimalist Home Tour #32
Title: Rest Hard, Play HarderDescription: Patron Brit's new minimalist bedroom/playroom combo is inspiringly simple!We'll discuss on episode 388.You can email a photo of your minimalist space to podcast@theminimalists.com. We'll feature our favorites on future episodes.
Maximal Ep. 387 | Desirelessness
The Minimalists talk about messy living, desirelessness, attachment, expectations, emotionally manipulative parents, hoarder spouses, simplification lessons from True Crime documentaries, and much more at their fifth and final Sunday Symposium in March 2023.Discussed in this episode:Introduction (00...
Maximal Ep. 387 | Desirelessness (Video)
The Minimalists talk about messy living, desirelessness, attachment, expectations, emotionally manipulative parents, hoarder spouses, simplification lessons from True Crime documentaries, and much more at their fifth and final Sunday Symposium in March 2023.Discussed in this episode:Introduction (00...
Maximal Ep. 386 | Not Minimalism
The Minimalists talk about what minimalism has to do with normal, everyday subjects like friendship, pets, history, meteorology, and entertainment; they also discuss supporting others, the difference between people-pleasers and caregivers, altruism and organ donation, highly sensitive people, and mu...
Maximal Ep. 386 | Not Minimalism (Video)
The Minimalists talk about what minimalism has to do with normal, everyday subjects like friendship, pets, history, meteorology, and entertainment; they also discuss supporting others, the difference between people-pleasers and caregivers, altruism and organ donation, highly sensitive people, and mu...
Minimalist Home Tour #31
Title: Setting the StageDescription: Patron Rachel's freshly decluttered living room is so calming.We'll discuss on episode 386.You can email a photo of your minimalist space to podcast@theminimalists.com. We'll feature our favorites on future episodes.
Maximal Ep. 385 | Monogamy and Nonmonogamy
The Minimalists speak with Aubrey Marcus about relationship structures, commitment, marriage, open relationships, “compersion,” communicating boundaries, relationship security, relationship hoarding, “limitless” love, and so much more!Discussed in this episode:How is nonmonogamy related to m...
Maximal Ep. 385 | Monogamy and Nonmonogamy (Video)
The Minimalists speak with Aubrey Marcus about relationship structures, commitment, marriage, open relationships, “compersion,” communicating boundaries, relationship security, relationship hoarding, “limitless” love, and so much more!Discussed in this episode:How is nonmonogamy related to m...
Minimalist Home Tour #30
Title: The Other Side of Spontaneous CombustionDescription: A few photos of Private Podcast listener Krista's eclectic living/dining room.We'll discuss on episode 385.
Maximal Ep. 384 | Food Clutter
The Minimalists talk with Dr. Paul Saladino about foods to subtract from one’s diet, the four healthiest foods, what causes autoimmune disease, dietary supplements, the problem with keto, whether coffee is healthy, high cholesterol, the overlooked health effects of polyester clothes, obsolete kitc...
Maximal Ep. 384 | Food Clutter (Video)
The Minimalists talk with Dr. Paul Saladino about foods to subtract from one’s diet, the four healthiest foods, what causes autoimmune disease, dietary supplements, the problem with keto, whether coffee is healthy, high cholesterol, the overlooked health effects of polyester clothes, obsolete kitc...





















