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Oct 2024
46m 58s

464 | Unoptimized Things

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

The Minimalists speak with Jordan Harbinger about when it makes sense to optimize certain things and when it’s best to throw optimization out the window.

Discussed in this episode:

What are some fun and creative ways to optimize your life? (2:04)

What is one thing in your life that is beautifully inefficient? (20:50)

Where can I find the top 30 decluttering rules from The Minimalists? (41:27)

Listener tip: How to minimize feminine hygiene products. (42:59)

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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