Maximal Ep. 353 | Quitting Minimalism (Patreon)

Patreon Exclusive. The Minimalists are joined by comedian Jamie Kilstein to talk about quitting minimalism, saying “no” to birthday gifts, and more.

Discussed in this episode:

What is your perspective regarding people quitting minimalism? (01:44)

Why do we often blame our problems on everything but ourselves? (05:47)

What is “new-convert syndrome”? (10:26)

What has helped you remain calm amid chaos? (12:04)

How effective is therapy in recovering from toxic relationships? (19:58)

How do we stop dwelling on former relationships? (31:23)

How do we best manage our time so we can focus on what’s truly important? (39:37)

What is “busyness”? (44:31)

How do we most effectively minimize and organize our photo collections? (49:51)

How do we tactfully refuse gifts? (55:45)

What are T.K.’s three options regarding gifts? (59:14)

Listener comments and minimalism tips. (1:02:20)

Segment: More About Less (1:04:03)

What is the difference between natural desires and unnatural desires? (1:07:12)

Can we buy back our freedoms? (1:13:22)

What is “f-u minimalism”? (1:14:41)

Is stand-up comedy dying? (1:24:07)

Segment: Amass It or Trash It (1:36:45)

What led Jamie to buy and return a Roomba? (1:37:42)

Segment: Checkout-Line Wisdom (1:41:16)

Segment: Advertisements Suck (1:50:10)

Segment: Obsolete Objects (2:01:15)

Segment: Photo Friday Home Tour (2:12:33)

Segment: Right Here, Right Now (2:21:38)

Segment: Added Value (2:27:34)

LINKS

Added Value: “Cindy’s Interlude”

Book: Everything That Remains

Book: Love People, Use Things

Book: Minimalist Rulebook

Essay: Delete 1,000 Photos in 11 Days

Event: Sunday Symposium

Podcast: Funeral for Things

Resources: The Minimalists

Story: “The Lottery in Almería”

Subscribe: The Minimalists

Text: 937-202-4654

Watch: Drew Michael

Watch: Minimalism

Watch: The Tree of Life

Website: How to Write Better

Website: Jamie Kilstein

Website: Amanda Montell

Website: The Bergamot

MAXIMS

You don’t need to let go if there’s nothing to hold on to.

You’ll find meaning when you stop looking for it.

Extinguish the fire before rebuilding your house.

Your priorities directly correspond with how you spend your time.

Not buying a thing is letting go in advance.

A relationship is not loving if it’s not honest.

A gift is not a gift if you are not allowed to let it go.

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