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Maximal Ep. 362 | Simplifying Death (Video) (Patreon)

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2022-10-17 11:00:08

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2023-09

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The Minimalists speak with hospice physician Dr. Zach Bush about accepting death, managing grief, letting go of regrets, sitting with dying loved ones, releasing expectations for the world around us, and more.

Discussed in this episode:

How does it seem that we effortlessly let go of everything when we die? (02:35)

How do we detox the memory bank of the human body? (12:01)

How can we recognize the moment a loved one passes on? (19:04)

What is your perspective regarding the relationship between religion and death? (30:06)

What is the distinction between moments and seasons? (38:05)

How do we move on from the guilt of lost time with a loved one that has passed? (39:14)

What four things should we say to a loved one that is dying? (40:53)

What is your viewpoint regarding authentic connection with others? (47:33)

How do we ensure we don’t burden our loved ones with any of our physical or emotional baggage when we pass? (52:39)

How are our memories within our biological essence? (55:24)

How do we live with reality as it is and release the stress of constantly trying to force our expectations upon it? (1:10:04)

How do we balance appropriately between our health and our empowerment? (1:17:37)

Segment: Lightning Round (1:23:03)

Since palliative care is generally only available to those who are terminally ill, is there another legal and ethical option for me when I’m ready to pass on? (1:23:40)

Do people who believe in life after death grieve differently for their loved ones? (1:28:36)

How do I emotionally prepare for my father’s death when we finally have a mutually enriching relationship again? (1:29:45)

Listener comments and minimalism tips. (1:35:13)

Segment: More About Less (1:39:05)

What is your understanding regarding the soul? (1:40:00)

What are your views regarding appropriate attire for formal and informal events? (1:46:29)

What value have you found in immersing yourselves in beliefs contrary to your own? (1:48:51)

What are the three levels of happiness? (2:04:07)

What gives you the experience of eudaemonia? (2:04:59)

Segment: Talkaboutables (2:14:45)

What is the “Didn’t Know Rule”? (2:15:35)

What do you own that you wouldn’t consider minimalist? (2:18:26)