{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/60b6974957e99c00199ca355/6813e78cf3c711a5d0820449?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"489 | Equipment Clutter","description":"<p>Ryan Nicodemus returns to talk about the things that enhance—and the things that get in the way of—enjoying the adventures, experiences, activities, and hobbies that make life more delightful.</p><p><br></p><p>Discussed in this episode:</p><p>How can I enjoy my adventures and hobbies without getting overwhelmed by the accessories and equipment that accompany those experiences? (2:32)</p><p>What activities bring you joy, and what material things are an essential part of those activities? (21:39)</p><p>Listener tip: Minimize the noise and opinions to uncover a quieter life. (44:20)</p><p>Should I get rid of equipment, tools, and instruments that get better over time? (46:20)</p><p>What do The Minimalists think about minimizing social commitments? (52:14)</p><p>How can I declutter if my job requires me to hold on to a bunch of just-in-case items? (1:11:21)</p><p>Should I buy new luggage if I need more room to pack my travel essentials? (1:38:18)</p><p>What do people do to reverse the philosophy, mindset, and practice of minimizing too much? (1:38:17)</p><p>Amass or Trash: Should I donate my books once I’ve read them? (1:53:14)</p><p>Added Value: A song that reminds Joshua of Ryan. (1:59:27)</p><p><br></p><p>LINKS</p><p>Book: <a href=\"https://amzn.to/42KAoMQ\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><em>Outliers</em></a></p><p>Book: <a href=\"https://amzn.to/4iADau9\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><em>A Perfumed Scorpion</em></a></p><p>Essay: <a href=\"https://www.theminimalists.com/enough/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">“How Much is Enough”</a></p><p>Event: <a href=\"https://www.theminimalists.com/tour\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Sunday Symposium</a></p><p>Podcast: <a href=\"https://www.theminimalists.com/podcast/#483\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">The Renunciation</a></p><p>Resource: <a href=\"https://www.theminimalists.com/rulebook\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Minimalist Rulebook</a></p><p>Watch: <a href=\"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mOPsrKZyskg\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Columbus</a></p><p>Watch: <a href=\"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lXONahAxJSs\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Once</a></p><p>Watch: <a href=\"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_FB3YR1fQ_s\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Glen Hansard’s Guitar</a></p><p><br></p><p>Recorded at <a href=\"http://earthing.com/simple\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Earthing Studios</a>.</p>","author_name":"The Minimalists Private Podcast"}