Video: "Tranquility" (Patreon)

Patreon Exclusive. Joshua and Ryan discuss our struggle to attain truth and tranquility, and they answer the following questions:

Why do we always seem to be so focused on the outcome of an activity rather than simply the action of an activity? (01:02)

How do we process gratitude? (02:36)

How does praise only approximate the truth? (07:14)

What do you consider ‘The Truth’? (10:14)

Why won’t you tell people to “live their truth”? (13:04)

Why does tranquility come so easily for some? (17:58)

Isn’t most self-improvement just a matter of deprogramming? (26:02)

What is “ego violent”? (32:41)

How do you define “tranquility,” and how does it fit into a fulfilled life? (35:15)

What is the difference between tranquility and peace? (36:06)

How do we return to a state of tranquility after an ‘upset’? (43:56)

How is hope problematic? (48:57)

Can tranquility become just another obligation, a way one is “supposed” to be? (1:01:52)

In order to maintain tranquility, how do I remain intentional regarding the people in my life, yet avoid creating an echo chamber? (1:03:05)

Why are echo chambers a bad thing? (1:07:39)

How can I be a tech enthusiast and a minimalist? (1:08:19)

How can I balance tranquility and kids? (1:10:03)

How do I reduce stress and promote tranquility in my work life? (1:12:53)

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MAXIMS

“It’s pointless to run away from misery—misery is much faster than we could ever run.” —Joshua Fields Millburn

“We’re often not looking for answers—we’re looking for confirmation.” —Joshua Fields Millburn

“Culture always leads to chaos.” —Joshua Fields Millburn

“You can’t organize your way to order.” —Joshua Fields Millburn

“Imposed peace always leads to conflict.” —Joshua Fields Millburn

“All conflict arises from within.” —Joshua Fields Millburn

“If one has a deep enough desire to eliminate conflict, they will remove anything that produces that conflict.” —Joshua Fields Millburn

“The decluttering alone will not bring you tranquility.” —Joshua Fields Millburn

“Tranquility is not a destination.” —Ryan Nicodemus

“Life is conflict.” —Ryan Nicodemus

“The truth is found in the essence, not the abstraction.” —Joshua Fields Millburn

“Every ‘should’ is a pious ‘could.’” —Joshua Fields Millburn

“Hope is always tethered to misery.” —Joshua Fields Millburn

“If you’re seeking peace, hope is not the path.” —Joshua Fields Millburn

“Our opinions and beliefs only upset our tranquility.” —Joshua Fields Millburn

This Maximal episode corresponds with Minimal episode 276.