Video: "Surviving Isn't Thriving" (Patreon)

Published:

2020-10-22 12:00:04

Imported:

2023-09

Content

Patreon Exclusive. Joshua discusses a variety of pragmatic practices for enduring trying times with author, podcaster, and pastor Erwin McManus and his son, film producer Aaron McManus, and they answer the following questions:

Has the pandemic tainted urban living? (02:20)

Can the virtual world replace the real world to a great extent? (08:28)

How does dating work during a global pandemic? (10:07)

Are draconian quarantines the most effective approach to addressing global pandemics? (12:09)

What’s the difference between surviving and living? (13:20)

What has the global pandemic stolen from us? (14:23)

What is the difference between tribes and communities? (27:03)

What is the difference between beliefs and values? (29:06)

Why are Christians often viewed as both the nicest people and the meanest people? (31:01)

Why does Mosaic attract such a diverse group of people? (34:06)

Why did Erwin walk away from the church for a period of time? (39:52)

Where can I find a supportive community that’s not religious? (55:37)

How do we make the most of our time together when my spouse is suffering from a terminal disease? (58:16)

How important is gratitude during this global pandemic? (1:01:39)

What are my options regarding non-Christian churches? (1:04:47)

Where do I start to change my life when my dissatisfaction with every facet is overwhelming? (1:06:27)

LINKS

Book: Soul Cravings

Book: The Artisan Soul

Book: The Way of the Warrior

Book: Wide Awake

Instagram: Aaron McManus

Instagram: Erwin McManus

Instagram: Jordan Moore

Instagram: Podcast Shawn

Instagram: Jess Williams

Podcast: Sam Harris

Podcast: Erwin McManus

Podcast: Battle Ready Podcast

Resources: The Minimalists

Subscribe: The Minimalists

Text: 937-202-4654

Tour: The Minimalists

Website: Erwin McManus

Website: Mosaic

YouTube: Battle Ready Podcast

YouTube: Mosaic

MAXIMS

“We must say ‘no’ to almost everything so we can say ‘yes’ to the most important things.” —Joshua Fields Millburn

“It’s not about how many things you have—it’s about what you’re actually doing with those things.” —Aaron McManus

“Your resources are a conduit for all the good you long to do.” —Erwin McManus

“Progress is measured by our ability to let go.” —Joshua Fields Millburn

“Religion is a brace; love is the strength.” —Erwin McManus

“You’re unlikely to meet a healthy person in an unhealthy environment.” —Erwin McManus

“Fear is never the best motivator for good decision making.” —Erwin McManus

“Trust the science, not the scientist.” —Erwin McManus

“If you’re only against something, then you’re for nothing.” —Aaron McManus

“We’re all hypocrites in transition.” —Erwin McManus

“Surround yourself with people living the life you want to live.” —Erwin McManus

This Maximal episode corresponds with Minimal episode 257.

Files

Private Podcast | "Surviving Isn’t Thriving"

Joshua discusses a variety of pragmatic practices for enduring trying times with author, podcaster, and pastor Erwin McManus and his son, film producer Aaron McManus, and they answer the following questions: Has the pandemic tainted urban living? (02:20) Can the virtual world replace the real world to a great extent? (08:28) How does dating work during a global pandemic? (10:07) Are draconian quarantines the most effective approach to addressing global pandemics? (12:09) What’s the difference between surviving and living? (13:20) What has the global pandemic stolen from us? (14:23) What is the difference between tribes and communities? (27:03) What is the difference between beliefs and values? (29:06) Why are Christians often viewed as both the nicest people and the meanest people? (31:01) Why does Mosaic attract such a diverse group of people? (34:06) Why did Erwin walk away from the church for a period of time? (39:52) Where can I find a supportive community that’s not religious? (55:37) How do we make the most of our time together when my spouse is suffering from a terminal disease? (58:16) How important is gratitude during this global pandemic? (1:01:39) What are my options regarding non-Christian churches? (1:04:47) Where do I start to change my life when my dissatisfaction with every facet is overwhelming? (1:06:27) Follow The Minimalists: Instagram: http://instagram.com/theminimalists Twitter: http://twitter.com/theminimalists Facebook: http://facebook.com/theminimalists Text: https://my.community.com/theminimalists Blog: http://theminimalists.com Podcast: http://theminimalists.com/podcast Patreon: http://patreon.com/theminimalists