Video: "Uncertainty Training" (Patreon)
Content
Joshua and Ryan discuss how to create some certainty in uncertain times with writer Leo Babauta, and they answer the following questions:
What is uncertainty training? (01:00)
How do we best address uncertainty? (01:31)
How important is it to choose to let go? (04:44)
What is minimalism? (05:04)
What does it mean to be durable? (07:11)
Does it take practice to let go? (10:49)
How has Buddhism helped you? (11:40)
Is it true that life is suffering? (14:17)
How do you define ‘compassion’? (19:51)
Does it help to embrace the chaos? (22:25)
How do we appropriately detach and reattach? (24:56)
What was your impetus to move? (25:17)
How do we keep a move from being an Object A? (28:47)
How did living with no goals help you? (33:16)
How did a lack of goals help you address overwhelm? (37:31)
Can a focus on productivity be harmful? (45:20)
What tools helped you live more intentionally in the beginning of your journey? (47:18)
What was ‘Zen to Done’? (47:49)
How do you manage your email? (48:25)
How do you manage task lists? (56:56)
How do we create sacred spaces? (1:00:17)
How do we shift from ‘have-to’ to ‘get-to’? (1:01:29)
Are we incorrectly using force to change our behaviors when we should be using incentives? (1:03:00)
How do I minimize overconsumption of information (and misinformation) while maximizing appropriate, constructive knowledge for living, thriving, and fighting the destructive powers-that-be? (1:04:46)
How do I identify and address unconscious thoughts and fears that stop me from decluttering? (1:06:56)
How do you block out the noise to stay focused? (1:13:51)
LINKS
Book: Digital Minimalism
Email: Hey.com
Essay: Play the 30-Day Minimalism Game
Essay: The Best Goal Is No Goal
Explore: World Domination Summit
Instagram: Jordan Moore
Instagram: Podcast Shawn
Instagram: Jess Williams
Patreon: Leo Babauta
Podcast: Jason Fried
Podcast: Cal Newport
Resources: The Minimalists
Subscribe: The Minimalists
Text: 937-202-4654
Tour: The Minimalists
Twitter: Zen Habits
Website: Zen Habits
MAXIMS
“Decluttering won’t give you purpose, but it just might uncover a more meaningful life.” —Joshua Fields Millburn
“To live a purposeful life, surround yourself with purpose-filled people.” —Ryan Nicodemus
“Everyone wants answers—that’s why Google is so popular.” —Leo Babauta
This Maximal episode corresponds with Minimal episode 267.