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Nov 10
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513 | The Sound of Life

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

The Minimalists talk about making time for frivolous pursuits, what we're willing to sacrifice for the important things, clutter that shows up unexpectedly, five easy decluttering tips you can apply to every space this winter, and more!

Discussed in this episode:

How can we justify making time for seemingly frivolous pursuits? (2:33)

Solve this equation: X is so important to me that I'm willing to sacrifice Y to spend time on it. (22:13)

Right Here, Right Now: T.K.'s Clutter Counseling videos. (34:24)

Listener Tip: Clutter can show up in the strangest ways. (37:47)

Have a question for the show? Call 406-219-7839 or email a voice memo to podcast@themins.com.

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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