The Minimalists speak with Guy Finley about letting go of precious memories, why letting go is so freaking scary, the wisdom of letting go, ten truths to follow if you want to let go, and much more.

Discussed in this episode:

How can I let go of things that are imbued with my precious memories? (4:20)

Why is letting go so scary? (32:24)

How does our desire to control prevent us from letting go? (33:30)

Are we always letting go of a piece of the past when we let go? (36:59)

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Recorded at Earthing Studios.

The Minimalists speak with Ryan Holiday about how the stoics dealt with sentimental items, the potential virtue of holding on, stoical insights about values, regrets, mental clutter, seven things minimalists would never put in their living room, and much more.

Discussed in this episode:

How would the stoics have handled their sentimental items? (2:40)

When is it virtuous to hold on? (22:13)

Right Here, Right Now: Books a Clutter Counseling session with T.K. (43:05)

Listener Tip: A poem about the weight of the needs of others. (44:19)

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Recorded at Earthing Studios.

The Minimalists talk about verbal minimalism, the things we regret saying, the best ways to let other people down, seven things people regret tossing while decluttering, and much more.

Discussed in this episode:

How do you practice verbal minimalism? (3:43)

What's the last thing you regretted saying? (18:54)

Right Here, Right Now: Joshua's new documentary, Food for Humans, goes on tour. (38:08)

Listener Tip: Creating a list of items you might want again later. (44:05)

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

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Detailed show notes: minimalists.com/podcast

Recorded at Earthing Studios.