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In this episode of The Minimalists Podcast, Joshua & Ryan discuss tips for buying things intentionally, and they answer the following questions:
- How do I stop myself from compulsively consuming?
- When you must consume, what brands do you trust?
- How do I manage my professional responsibilities and obligations to make more time for my personal pursuits?
- Should I spend more money on better products, or should I save money purchasing less inexpensive products that might be less durable?
- What criteria do you ensure a product meets before you purchase it?
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- “Not buying something is your future self letting go of that thing in advance.�
- “Don’t relegate the responsibility of your consumer purchases to the companies—take that responsibility solely upon yourself.�
- “More isn’t better; only better is better.�
- “Forsaking your budget is far more harmful to you than forsaking quality.�
- “If it doesn’t fit, you must deep six.�
- “A few things to consider before making a purchase: budget, occupied space, and hidden costs.�
- “The ability to not act on every impulse is what makes us better human beings.�
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- Tour: Simply Southern
- Patreon: The Minimalists
- Bag: Pakt One
- Added Value: “Elevate�
- Added Value: LuLuLemon
- Added Value: Retire Inspired
- Added Value: Scorpion
- App: Adblock Plus
- App: Every Dollar
- Book: Becoming Who We Need to Be
- Book: Bullshit Jobs
- Book: Essential
- Book: Everything That Remains
- Book: Love Your Life, Not Theirs
- Book: Minimalism: Live a Meaningful Life
- Book: Smart Money, Smart Kids
- Book: The Joy of Missing Out
- Clothing: Mission Workshop
- Contribute: Gem City Market
- Contribute: GiveWell
- Essay: 30/30 Rule
- Essay: 90/90 Minimalism Rule
- Essay: Essentials, Nonessentials, and Junk
- Essay: Financial Freedom
- Essay: How to Start a Successful Blog in 2018
- Essay: Loyalty or Happiness
- Essay: Photo-Scanning Party
- Essay: Retirement Planning
- Essay: The Shortcut Crowd
- Explore: Bird Scooters
- Explore: Everyman
- Explore: LeSourdsville Lake
- Explore: Lime Scooters
- Health: MetroMD
- Instagram: Podcast Shawn
- Instagram: The Minimalists
- Instagram: Jessica Williams
- Listen: Minimalism
- Listen: Parlor Hawk
- Meditation: 10% Happier
- Meditation: Anti-Consumerism Reflection
- Newsletter: The Minimalists
- Podcast: Access
- Podcast: Clothing
- Podcast: Healthproblems
- Podcast: Let’s Know Things
- Podcast: Retire Inspired
- Scanner: Doxie
- Support: Endeavor Journal
- Support: The Minimalists
- Tour: Colin Wright
- Twitter: Chris D’Elia
- Twitter: Ryan Delk
- Twitter: What’s One Thing You’ve Let Go of Recently?
- Twitter: Ella Sandwich
- Watch: Matt D’Avella
- Watch: Evil Genius
- Watch: Minimalism Documentary
- Watch: Minimalism Interpretive Dance
- Watch: The Matrix
- Watch: What Should You Do with Old Media?
- Watch: What’s One Thing You’ve Let Go Recently?
- Website: Drew Capener
- Website: Christina Crook
- Website: Rachel Cruz
- Website: Matt D’Avella
- Website: Chris Hogan
- Website: Minimal Maxims
- Website: Minimal Wellness
- Website: Mnmll.ist
- Website: Omni
- Website: Anthony ONeal
- Website: Colin Wright
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- YouTube: The Minimalists
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