Maximal Ep. 423 | Letting Go of Seasonal Decorations (Patreon)

The Minimalists talk about decluttering seasonal decorations, opting out of the consumer culture of Los Angeles, letting go of plants, deleting excess apps and photos, relinquishing the need for control, raising kids without social media, whether hoarding is a choice, and much more!

Discussed in this episode:

Should I declutter my seasonal decorations? (03:33)

Is it difficult to be a minimalist in Los Angeles? (12:29)

Do I have too many houseplants for a minimalist? (25:11)

How can I make my digital spaces more minimalist? (37:10)

How can I reclaim my need for control? (49:00)

Can we teach moderation without deprivation? (59:34)

Is hoarding a choice? (01:08:02)

How are Joshua and T.K. so good at having conversations with differing opinions? (01:20:56)

Why are we so good at talking ourselves out of being happy? (01:26:48)

What do we think of IRL podcasts? (01:33:45)

Why do we like this Patron’s minimalist Christmas tree? (01:39:10)

Why isn’t the Internet fun anymore? (01:42:23)

LINKS

Added Value: Mat Kearney, “Christmas Miracle”

Article: Why The Internet Isn't Fun Anymore

Book: Everything That Remains

Course: Simplify Everything

Podcast: Digital Clutter

Podcast: Hidden Clutter

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MAXIMS

Seasonality is nature’s way of letting go.

You transform what you steep yourself in.

“Too much” and “too few” exist only in the eye of the beholder.

Clutter is clutter only if it gets in the way.

Letting go of control is the best way to regain total control.

Withdrawal often feels like deprivation.

Beware of the man who has the answers.

No one can help you without your assistance.

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