EP283: Joshua Fields Millburn Discusses Why Less is (Still) More

Exciting news! The Minimalists' first documentary, Minimalism, is coming to YouTube and Minimalism.com on June 18, 2023. The documentary has been viewed over 80 million times on Netflix since its release in 2016.For those of you who haven't seen the documentary, it examines the simple lives of minimalists from all walks of life—families, architects, artists, scientists, journalists, entrepreneurs, and even a former Wall Street broker. These individuals share their stories of how they've learned to live more meaningfully with less.Today, Joshua Fields Millburn, one half of The Minimalists, joins me to discuss:Why they have chosen a new home for their first documentary. (3:45)How the documentary gets to the heart of consumption. (4:57) How Joshua maintains a minimalism mindset? (6:30) Our wholeness is found outside of material possessions. (11:35)Have we become a less consumeristic society? (14:00)How Joshua deems what is priority. (17:02)A word of encouragement for parents. (19:15)What does the future of minimalism look like? (22:10) -----------------------Links Discussed in This EpisodeOrder a Copy of Minimalist Moms: Living and Parenting with SimplicityDiane's Resource: Don't Believe Everything You ThinkBook: Four Thousand Weeks by Oliver BurkemanBook: Life at Home in the 21st CenturyBeneficial Resource: Earthing by Clint Ober | Podcast Episode: GroundingConnect with Joshua:WebsiteInstagramInstagram (The Minimalists)The Documentary | Minimalism: A Documentary of ThingsEnjoy this Podcast?Learning how you can get rid of clutter and live an intentional and purposeful life has never been this simple. If you enjoyed today’s episode of the Minimalist Moms Podcast, then hit subscribe and share it with your friends!Post a review and share it! If you enjoyed tuning into this podcast, then do not hesitate to write a review. You can also share this with your fellow mothers so that they can be inspired to think more and do with less.Have any questions? You can contact me through my website, find me on Instagram, or like The Minimalist Moms Page on Facebook.Thanks for listening! For more updates and episodes, visit the website. You may also tune in on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, or Stitcher.——————————————Episode Sponsors |The Minimalist Moms Podcast would not be possible without the support of weekly sponsors. Choosing brands that I believe in is important to me. I only want to recommend brands that I believe may help you in your daily life. As always, never feel pressured into buying anything. Remember: if you don't need it, it's not a good deal!Lifeway CSB | Use code MMCSB23 at checkout on Lifeway.com, and you'll receive a 40% discount on regular priced CSB BiblesOBVI | My listeners can get 25% off today with code MINIMALIST at myobvi.com.HelloFresh | Go to Hellofresh.com/minimalist16 and use code MINIMALIST16 for 16 free meals plus free shipping!Avocado Mattress | Visit avocadomattress.com to shop now. For a limited time, get 10% off mattresses with code minimalist10 at checkout.Our Sponsors:* Check out ByHeart and use my code MINIMALIST for a great deal: byheart.com* Check out Palmstreet: https://i.palmstreet.app/tjja/minimalist* Give Armoire a try and get up to 50% off their first month, that’s up to $125 OFF! Just visit armoire.style/MINIMALIST.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/minimalist-moms-podcast2093/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands