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The Minimalists speak with Steve Patterson about being frustrated when people don't understand us, the benefits and downsides of being abnormal, minimizing chaos at a cultural level, and more!

Discussed in this episode:

Why do people frustrate me when they don't understand my lifestyle? (4:03)

In what ways are you abnormal? What are the benefits? What are the downsides? (19:19)

Right Here, Right Now: The Minimalists' Simplify Everything decluttering course. (1:04:07)

Listener Tip: How might simplifying be an answer to the chaos? (1:05:29)

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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