Maximal Ep. 407 | The Scarcity Problem (Patreon)

The Minimalists talk about cultivating an abundance mindset, letting go of the residue of the past, vetting charitable organizations, counting items during the Minimalism Game, letting go of old chargers, why positivity can be toxic, the scam of luxury, and much more.

Discussed in this episode:

How do I let go of my scarcity mindset so I can enjoy the fruits of my years of hard work and saving? (02:05)

What should I do with my parents’ ashes? (17:24)

How can I vet charitable organizations before making a donation? (29:41)

How do you account for pieces of items when playing the 30-Day Minimalism Game? (39:20)

What’s the best way to dispose of old chargers and cables? (47:10)

Is it possible for positivity to be toxic? (55:28)

If luxury goods are a scam, what’s the point of making money? (01:03:43)

Where does the mean voice in my head come from? (01:15:18)

How can I find community without using social media? (01:22:00)

LINKS

Added Value: Barista Parlor

Added Value: Ankle-Mobility Routine

Added Value: If I Was the Devil

Article: Here’s What to do With Your Old Chargers and Cables

Article: Women Share Travel Safety Tips

Book: Everything That Remains

Book: Pain Free

Course: How to Write Better

Play: 30-Day Minimalism Game

Podcast: Food Clutter

Podcast: Giving

Subscribe: The Minimalists' Newsletter

Website: Charity: Water

Website: Earthing.com

Website: GiveWell.org

Website: Hire the Minimalists to Speak

Website: Meetup.com

Website: Minimalist.org

MAXIMS

An abundance mindset is a cure for the disease of scarcity.

The residue of the past has a way of staining the present moment.

People often fret about being too stingy, but they rarely regret being more generous.

One plus one does not always equal two: one drop of water plus one more drop still equals one.

If it doesn’t serve a purpose, you can give yourself permission to let it go.

Everything has a toxic dose—materialism, minimalism, and even positivity.

Ryan: Expecting happiness from luxury goods is like anticipating a swimming pool from a basement flood.

Business requires a product and a purchaser. A scam is when someone tricks you into being both.

Money is not the finish line; it is the vehicle that can get us to our desired destination.

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