Joshua Becker of Becoming Minimalist shares what he learned about minimalism in Poland. Episode 773: What I Learned About Minimalism in Poland by Joshua Becker of Becoming Minimalist (Mindfulness & Happiness). Joshua Becker and his family decided to live with fewer possessions after a conversation with his neighbor in 2008. As a result, they found a better way to live, centered on more important pursuits. Their story has been seen on the CBS Evening News, NPR, the Boston Globe, the Wall Stre...
Jan 22, 2018•10 min•Ep. 773
Tony Tran with I Will Teach You to be Rich shares 4 examples of herd mentality and what to do about it. This is Part 2 of 2. Episode 772: 4 Examples of Herd Mentality (And What To Do About It) - Part 2 by Tony Tran with I Will Teach You to be Rich (Freedom). Ramit wants to use money to say YES. He knew there was a better way to live a rich life—if we could use psychology to focus on what actually works. Not just for personal finance, but all aspects of life: money, careers, relationships, busine...
Jan 21, 2018•8 min•Ep. 772
Tony Tran with I Will Teach You to be Rich shares 4 examples of herd mentality and what to do about it. This is Part 1 of 2. Episode 771: 4 Examples of Herd Mentality (And What To Do About It) - Part 1 by Tony Tran with I Will Teach You to be Rich (Conformity). Ramit wants to use money to say YES. He knew there was a better way to live a rich life—if we could use psychology to focus on what actually works. Not just for personal finance, but all aspects of life: money, careers, relationships, bus...
Jan 20, 2018•8 min•Ep. 771
Mr. Money Mustache shares a tale of two vacations. Episode 770: A Tale of Two Vacations by Mr. Money Mustache (Frugality & Frugal Living). Mr. Money Mustache is a thirty-something retiree who now writes about how we can all live a frugal, yet awesome, life of leisure. He and his wife studied engineering and computer science in Canada, then worked in standard tech-industry cubicle jobs in various locations throughout the late ’90s and early 2000s. Then they retired from real work way back in ...
Jan 19, 2018•8 min•Ep. 770
Melani Schweder with No Sidebar shares 7 ways to make this year more mindful. Episode 769: 7 Ways to Make This Year More Mindful by Melani Schweder with No Sidebar (Mindfulness & Happiness). No Sidebar was created by Brian Gardner and is all about designing a simpler life. He and the contributing authors want to help you figure out what's getting in your way, at home and at work. They want to help you let go of distractions, online and off--to turn down the noise that disrupts the quiet of y...
Jan 18, 2018•9 min•Ep. 769
An excerpt from the audiobook Everything That Remains: A Memoir by Joshua Fields Millburn and Ryan Nicodemus of The Minimalists. Episode 768: An Excerpt from the Audiobook Everything That Remain: A Memoir by Joshua Fields Millburn & Ryan Nicodemus. Joshua Fields Millburn & Ryan Nicodemus write about living a meaningful life with less stuff for 4 million readers. As featured on: ABC, CBS, NBC, BBC, TODAY, NPR, TIME, Forbes, The Atlantic, New York Times, Wall Street Journal, USA Today, and...
Jan 17, 2018•16 min•Ep. 768
An excerpt from the audiobook Everything That Remains: A Memoir by Joshua Fields Millburn and Ryan Nicodemus of The Minimalists. Episode 767: An Excerpt from the Audiobook Everything That Remain: A Memoir by Joshua Fields Millburn & Ryan Nicodemus. Joshua Fields Millburn & Ryan Nicodemus write about living a meaningful life with less stuff for 4 million readers. As featured on: ABC, CBS, NBC, BBC, TODAY, NPR, TIME, Forbes, The Atlantic, New York Times, Wall Street Journal, USA Today, and...
Jan 16, 2018•16 min•Ep. 767
An excerpt from the audiobook Everything That Remains: A Memoir by Joshua Fields Millburn and Ryan Nicodemus of The Minimalists. Episode 766: An Excerpt from the Audiobook Everything That Remain: A Memoir by Joshua Fields Millburn & Ryan Nicodemus (Minimal). Joshua Fields Millburn & Ryan Nicodemus write about living a meaningful life with less stuff for 4 million readers. As featured on: ABC, CBS, NBC, BBC, TODAY, NPR, TIME, Forbes, The Atlantic, New York Times, Wall Street Journal, USA ...
Jan 15, 2018•17 min•Ep. 766
2 posts from Joshua Fields Millburn and Ryan Nicodemus of The Minimalists. Episode 765: The Details And Cola & Politics by Joshua Fields Millburn & Ryan Nicodemus of The Minimalists (Important Things in Life). Joshua Fields Millburn & Ryan Nicodemus write about living a meaningful life with less stuff for 4 million readers. As featured on: ABC, CBS, NBC, BBC, TODAY, NPR, TIME, Forbes, The Atlantic, New York Times, Wall Street Journal, USA Today, and National Post. They live in Missou...
Jan 14, 2018•8 min•Ep. 765
Leo Babauta of Zen Habits answers some of the most common questions about motivation and habits. This is Part 3 of 3. Episode 764: 20 Key Questions on Motivation and Habits, Answered - Part 3 by Leo Babauta of Zen Habits (Personal Growth Tactics). Leo Babauta created Zen Habits, which is about finding simplicity and mindfulness in the daily chaos of our lives. It’s about clearing the clutter so we can focus on what’s important, create something amazing, find happiness. The original post is locat...
Jan 13, 2018•9 min•Ep. 764
Leo Babauta of Zen Habits answers some of the most common questions about motivation and habits. This is Part 2 of 3. Episode 763: 20 Key Questions on Motivation and Habits, Answered - Part 2 by Leo Babauta of Zen Habits (Self Development Tips & Tricks). Leo Babauta created Zen Habits, which is about finding simplicity and mindfulness in the daily chaos of our lives. It’s about clearing the clutter so we can focus on what’s important, create something amazing, find happiness. The original po...
Jan 12, 2018•9 min•Ep. 763
Leo Babauta of Zen Habits answers some of the most common questions about motivation and habits. This is Part 1 of 3. Episode 762: 20 Key Questions on Motivation and Habits, Answered - Part 1 by Leo Babauta of Zen Habits (How to Create Habits That Stick). Leo Babauta created Zen Habits, which is about finding simplicity and mindfulness in the daily chaos of our lives. It’s about clearing the clutter so we can focus on what’s important, create something amazing, find happiness. The original post ...
Jan 11, 2018•9 min•Ep. 762
Leo Babauta of Zen Habits shares 10 reasons why we don't stick to things and how to follow through. This is Part 2 of 2. Episode 761: 10 Reasons Why We Don't Stick to Things - Part 2 by Leo Babauta of Zen Habits (Habits & Self Discipline). Leo Babauta created Zen Habits, which is about finding simplicity and mindfulness in the daily chaos of our lives. It’s about clearing the clutter so we can focus on what’s important, create something amazing, find happiness. The original post is located h...
Jan 10, 2018•9 min•Ep. 761
Leo Babauta of Zen Habits shares 10 reasons why we don't stick to things and how to follow through. This is Part 1 of 2. Episode 760: 10 Reasons Why We Don't Stick to Things - Part 1 by Leo Babauta of Zen Habits (Why We Put Off Tasks & Procrastinate). Leo Babauta created Zen Habits, which is about finding simplicity and mindfulness in the daily chaos of our lives. It’s about clearing the clutter so we can focus on what’s important, create something amazing, find happiness. The original post ...
Jan 09, 2018•10 min•Ep. 760
David Cain shares the danger of convenience. Episode 759: The Danger of Convenience by David Cain of Raptitude (Mindfulness & Happiness). David Cain is a writer and entrepreneur living in Winnipeg, Canada. On a particular boring day at his office job in 2009, he started Raptitude. His interest has always been human society and the internal human experience, and Raptitude became his megaphone for his thoughts about those things. It found an audience rather quickly and it’s been central to his...
Jan 08, 2018•9 min•Ep. 759
Steve Pavlina shares his take on mentoring and how you can benefit from it. Episode 758: Mentoring by Steve Pavlina (Career Advice). Steve Pavlina is widely recognized as one of the most successful personal development bloggers on the Internet, with his work attracting more than 100 million visits to his website, StevePavlina.com. He has written more than 1300 articles and recorded many audio programs on a broad range of self-help topics, including productivity, relationships, and spirituality. ...
Jan 07, 2018•10 min•Ep. 758
Chris Reining shares the best way to get ahead in your career. Episode 757: Find a Mentor to Get Ahead in Your Career by Chris Reining (Career Advice). Chris Reining is a thirty-something guy who provides resources to help manage your money and career to become financially free. His own path to financial freedom has had ups and downs, which is what he writes about on his site. He's been featured in the New York Times, on the Today Show, CNN, CBS, Business Insider, LifeHacker, and more. The origi...
Jan 06, 2018•10 min•Ep. 757
Cait Flanders narrates an excerpt from her much anticipated book: The Year of Less. Episode 756: An Excerpt from the Book - The Year of Less by Cait Flanders (Shopping Ban, Binging & Relationships with Self Improvement). Cait Flanders started Blonde on a Budget to document her debt repayment journey. After paying it off, she adopted a minimalist lifestyle, tossed 75% of her stuff, and is currently doing a two-year shopping ban. She shares stories and lessons learned every week. Learn more an...
Jan 05, 2018•10 min•Ep. 756
Kristin Wong of The Wild Wong narrates her own article on quitting. Episode 755: Sometimes You Have to Quit by Kristin Wong (Mindfulness & Happiness). Kristin Wong is a freelance writer and journalist who writes for Lifehacker, Mentalfloss, and New York Magazine. She frequently covers travel, personal finance, and human behavior. Kristin launched her own blog, www.thewildwong.com, to write about life as a work-from-anywhere freelancer. She aims to help other creative entrepreneurs navigate t...
Jan 04, 2018•11 min•Ep. 755
YouTube star Amy Lee of Vagabond Youth narrates a post from Angel Chernoff of Marc and Angel Hack Life. Episode 754: 5 Things to Stop Doing & Start Doing for Yourself by Angel Chernoff of Marc & Angel Narrated by Amy Lee - Vagabond Youth. Amy Lee is a 23 year old Korean vlogger born and bred in Los Angeles. Vagabond Youth is a modern upbeat fashion, beauty, & lifestyle channel aimed towards inspiring young people creatively. If you love fashion and personal development, her channel i...
Jan 03, 2018•11 min•Ep. 754
YouTube star Jenn Im of Clothes Encounters narrates a post from Courtney Carver with a little guide for more comfort and joy. Episode 753: A Little Guide for More Comfort and Joy by Courtney Carver - Be More With Less Narrated by Jenn Im of Clothes Encounters. Jenn Im is the life and style superstar whose digital influence spans all social media, including her wildly popular YouTube Channel, “Clothes Encounters.” The debut collection of “Eggie,” her recently released fashion line of inclusive an...
Jan 02, 2018•12 min•Ep. 753
New author to the show Anthony Ongaro of Break the Twitch narrates his own article for you, inspired in part by Seth Godin. Episode 752: Refusing a Gift From Your Past Self by Anthony Ongaro - Break the Twitch (Mindfulness & Happiness). After years of impulse spending on Amazon and elsewhere, Anthony Ongaro realized that his one-click purchase habits were more of a physical Twitch than an intentional action. It turned out, this Twitch wasn’t just limited to online spending. It applied to soc...
Jan 01, 2018•12 min•Ep. 752
2 posts: one from Derek Sivers and one from Tom Bilyeu, both covering ways to improve your life. Episode 751: Unlikely Places and Untangled Goals by Derek Sivers And 3 Signs You Need to Change Your Life by Tom Bilyeu with Success. Originally a professional musician and circus clown, Derek Sivers created CD Baby in 1998. It became the largest seller of independent music online, with $100M in sales for 150,000 musicians. In 2008, Derek sold CD Baby for $22M, giving the proceeds to a charitable tru...
Dec 31, 2017•11 min•Ep. 751
Cal Newport of the Study Hacks blog shares pros and cons of bullet journaling and what he'd do to improve upon it. Episode 750: BuJo Pro: Thoughts on Adapting a Bullet Journal to a Hyper-Connected World by Cal Newport (Mindfulness & Happiness). Cal Newport is an Associate Professor of Computer Science at Georgetown University, who specializes in the theory of distributed algorithms. He previously earned his Ph.D. from MIT in 2009 and graduated from Dartmouth College in 2004. In addition to s...
Dec 30, 2017•11 min•Ep. 750
Will Aylward with Tiny Buddha shares why presence is the best gift you'll ever give. Episode 749: Put Down Your Phone: Why Presence is the Best Gift You'll Ever Give by Will Aylward with Tiny Buddha (Distraction). Lori Deschene is the founder of Tiny Buddha and Recreate Your Life Story, an online course that helps you let go of the past and live a life you love. Her latest book: Tiny Buddha's Gratitude Journal, which includes 15 coloring pages, is now available for purchase. For daily wisdom, fo...
Dec 29, 2017•10 min•Ep. 749
Cait Flanders shares why she's taking back her evenings. Episode 748: Why I'm Taking Back My Evenings by Cait Flanders (Simple Living & Minimalism). Cait Flanders started Blonde on a Budget to document her debt repayment journey. After paying it off, she adopted a minimalist lifestyle, tossed 75% of her stuff, and is currently doing a two-year shopping ban. She shares stories and lessons learned every week. The original post is located here: https://caitflanders.com/2017/12/01/slow-evening-e...
Dec 28, 2017•8 min•Ep. 748
Steve Pavlina shares why intelligence, more than ignorance, is bliss. Episode 747: Intelligence is Bliss by Steve Pavlina (Mindfulness & Happiness). Steve Pavlina is widely recognized as one of the most successful personal development bloggers on the Internet, with his work attracting more than 100 million visits to his website, StevePavlina.com. He has written more than 1300 articles and recorded many audio programs on a broad range of self-help topics, including productivity, relationships...
Dec 27, 2017•8 min•Ep. 747
An excerpt from Courtney Carver's new book: Soulful Simplicity. Episode 746: Soulful Simplicity: How Living with Less Can Lead to So Much More by Courtney Carver (Slow Living). Courtney Carver was stopped in her tracks with a scary MS diagnosis after decades of debt, discontent, and trying to do it all. She had to slow down, prioritize her health, and figure out what was really important in her life. She discovered what mattered most by getting rid of everything that didn’t matter at all. In the...
Dec 26, 2017•10 min•Ep. 746
2 posts from Joshua Becker of Becoming Minimalist on Christmas and receiving gifts. Episode 745: Giving the Gift of Christmas And Receiving Gifts from Others by Joshua Becker of Becoming Minimalist (Holiday Gift Giving). Joshua Becker and his family decided to live with fewer possessions after a conversation with his neighbor in 2008. As a result, they found a better way to live, centered on more important pursuits. Their story has been seen on the CBS Evening News, NPR, the Boston Globe, the Wa...
Dec 25, 2017•10 min•Ep. 745
David Cain shares the source of our anxieties and worries and what to do about it, plus a little experiment you can try. Episode 744: When You Can't Stop Looking Ahead, Look Backwards by David Cain of Raptitude (Mental Health - Anxiety and Worry). David Cain is a writer and entrepreneur living in Winnipeg, Canada. On a particular boring day at his office job in 2009, he started Raptitude. His interest has always been human society and the internal human experience, and Raptitude became his megap...
Dec 24, 2017•11 min•Ep. 744
