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Sep 2024
36m 54s

461 | Preserving the Past

Joshua Fields Millburn, Ryan Nicodemus, T.K. Coleman
About this episode

The Minimalists talk about what it means to preserve the past in a meaningful and dignified way.

Discussed in this episode:

After I've lost someone, how do I let go of their stuff with dignity and honor? (2:09)

How do you preserve the memories of lost loved ones? (23:15)

How can you simplify everything to get to the end of clutter? (31:26)

Listener tip: How to preserve only the best childhood memories. (34:04)

Listen to the full Maximal episode on Patreon: patreon.com/theminimalists

Detailed show notes: minimalists.com/podcast

Recorded at Earthing Studios.

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