"Overcoming Distractions with Minimalism" (Patreon)

Patreon Exclusive. The Minimalists are joined by Joshua Becker to talk about the eight distractions that infect our daily lives, and they answer the following questions:

How does Joshua Becker’s definition of minimalism compare to Joshua’s and Ryan’s definition? (01:28)

What is the Distraction of Fear? (04:03)

What is the Distraction of Past Mistakes? (07:23)

What is the Distraction of Happiness? (11:19)

What is the crux of Things That Matter? (12:51)

What is the Distraction of Money? (13:56)

What is the Distraction of Possessions? (19:11)

What is the Distraction of Applause? (19:24)

What is the Distraction of Leisure? (21:56)

How do we reframe our perception of work? (24:56)

What is the Distraction of Technology? (27:32)

What do you disagree about? (31:58)

What is your perspective regarding politics? (38:28)

How have distractions become a lifestyle? (47:37)

What is your issue with wearing logos? (53:04)

How did the pandemic change our perception of what’s important? (58:42)

What is most important to Joshua Becker? (59:17)

Why did Joshua Becker write Things That Matter? (1:11:51)

LINKS

Book: Love People, Use Things

Book: Start Finishing

Book: Things That Matter

Essay: The Advice Epidemic

Essay: Why Work?

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MAXIMS

“Minimalism is a tool that uncovers the things that matter.” —Joshua Fields Millburn

“Our priorities are showcased not by what we say but by how we spend our days.” —Joshua Fields Millburn

“Personal boundaries protect boundless love.” —Ryan Nicodemus

“If you don’t recognize you’re in a prison, you’ll never break out.” —Joshua Fields Millburn

This Maximal episode corresponds with Minimal episode 336.