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Oct 2024
56m 34s

463 | Minimize Chronic Pain

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

The Minimalists share three things that help minimize chronic pain, disease, and inflammation.

Discussed in this episode:

How do I let go of the anger I feel toward my doctors for not helping me with my chronic pain? (1:21)

What three things does JFM do to minimize his autoimmune diseases, pain, and inflammation? (9:32)

How can I accept my pain without giving up? (41:52)

What are the top three insights you would give to anyone suffering from a chronic illness? (46:18)

How do you cope with pain? (47:36)

What is Clutter Counseling? (50:32)

Listener tip: One simple essay each day! (53:04)

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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