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Jul 2024
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3239: The Underappreciated Joy of Keepin...

Justin Malik
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Episode 3239:

Joshua Becker shares the value of simple tastes through reflections on his father's lunch habits and his own minimalist lifestyle. He outlines several benefits, such as finding joy easily, avoiding lifestyle inflation, and increasing gratitude, arguing that simplicity fosters freedom and deeper contentment.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.becomingminimalist.com/simple-tastes/

Quotes to ponder:

"There are many benefits that accompany having simple tastes."

"When your tastes are simple, it is easy to find things you enjoy."

"If you are not spending routinely on expensive things, there is more money available to spend when the splurge is truly desired."

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