logo
episode-header-image
Jun 2025
47m 13s

497 | The Sacrifices

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

The Minimalists talk about the right amount of deprivation, sacrificing for others, obsession with books, education that aligns with minimalist principles, and more.

Discussed in this episode:

How much should I deprive myself for the sake of loving others? (2:05)

When does it make sense to stop sacrificing for another person? (16:38)

Right Here, Right Now: Peek inside Joshua's minimalist home. (35:38)

Listener tip: Coming to terms with body-image insecurities that you can't control. (42:26)

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

Detailed show notes: minimalists.com/podcast

Recorded at Earthing Studios.

Up next
Jul 6
546 | Ask for Help
The Minimalists talk about setting down burdens that exhaust us, why it's so difficult to ask for help, the scientific benefits of infrared saunas, and much more. Discussed in this episode: What happens when the person everyone depends on is the one who falls apart? (4:48) Where ... Show More
53m 1s
Jun 29
545 | Unoptimized Life
The Minimalists talk about the trap of productivity, the point at which optimization makes your life worse, when purchasing quality goods becomes an extravagance, seven minimalist rules that will help you eliminate your email clutter, and much more. Discussed in this episode: Don ... Show More
42m 35s
Jun 22
544 | What a Mess!
The Minimalists talk about everyday things that turn into clutter, areas in your home that become messy quickly, one question to ask before buying new clothes, 15 useful tips for using your phone less, and more. Discussed in this episode: Is every item you own something you event ... Show More
58m 57s
Recommended Episodes
Dec 2023
The Art of Letting Go and Getting Clear on Values with The Minimalists
Joshua Fields Millburn and TK Coleman, known as The Minimalists, discuss the concept of letting go and personal empowerment. Joshua shares his personal journey of realizing the detrimental effects of consumerism and the pursuit of material possessions. As he lived the corporate d ... Show More
1h 9m
Sep 2023
Episode 114: Minimalism
Casual talk about the documentary The Minimalists: Less is Now. Tisha and Kim chat about the benefits of ditching the clutter to keep your channel clear. For more information about our A Lighter Life group retreats, visit our website.Please leave a review of the podcast where you ... Show More
35m 59s
Sep 2020
151. Maximalism
Do you wish your life looked more like those minimalist Instagram homes full of light and clean lines and constraint? In today’s podcast episode, you will learn about the patriarchal underpinnings of minimalism and why I embrace MAXIMALISM instead. Tune in to get a taste of what ... Show More
20m 20s
Jan 2022
167 | Minimalism | Letting Go Of Things
<p>On this episode, I talk about the art of minimalism. How can letting go of material possessions free and heal us? What are some basic guidelines to follow when beginning minimalism? I also go over my story with letting go and how it changed my lifestyle. </p> <p> </p> <p>—The ... Show More
23m 7s
Apr 2023
Consumerism, Materialism, & Minimalism
In this weeks episode, Parmis talks about how we've fallen victim to consumerism as a society and how we can take simple steps towards a more minimalistic lifestyle in order to increase our levels of peace, happiness and fulfillment. Dm me your thoughts 💗Support the showFIND PAR ... Show More
23m 50s
Dec 2024
Finding Purpose Through Minimalism with Joshua Becker
Enjoy this re-release of one of my top listened to episodes with my guest, Joshua Becker.Joshua is a writer, creator, and entrepreneur at Becoming Minimalist. He is here to talk about his book, "Things That Matter: Overcoming Distraction to Pursue a More Meaningful Life." Drawing ... Show More
1h 8m
Jul 2023
247 | Is MINIMALISM A Game Changer?
<p>On today's episode, I talk about minimalism and the reasons this practice greatly impacts our mental state. Where do we begin when it comes to reducing the materialism and habits that take the better of us? Why does this reduction help ease anxiety and create mental space? I d ... Show More
30m 17s
Apr 2022
The Cult of Minimalism
The life-changing magic of tidying up gave a shiny new rebrand to age-old ideas that owning less stuff can be connected to enlightenment... but are there people taking the "cult" of *minimalism* too far? Can stripping down your material possessions actually cure the sorrow and en ... Show More
43m 48s
May 2020
1613: How Stuff Robs Us of Those We Love the Most by Jeff Goins with Becoming Minimalist on Simple Living & Letting Go
Jeff Goins with Becoming Minimalist shares how stuff robs us of those we love the most. Episode 1613: How Stuff Robs Us of Those We Love the Most by Jeff Goins with Becoming Minimalist on Simple Living & Letting Go Joshua Becker and his family decided to live with fewer possessio ... Show More
8m 10s