293 | Starting Over

Joshua and Ryan talk about how minimalism, in more ways than one, is about starting over with less, and they answer the following questions: How do we start over? (00:00) As I’m letting everything go and starting over, how do I explain it to my friends and family who think I am crazy or terminally ill? (05:25) What advice do you have for those of us dealing with the stress and anxiety of being forced to start over professionally after being let go from our jobs? (09:06) What is absolutely essential? (11:51) What two questions should we ask ourselves when we’re considering a fresh start? (14:43) How important is an emergency fund when you’re starting over? (15:46) Is starting over simply a matter of considering a new direction? (16:23) When you’re starting over from scratch and you realize you can’t do it alone, how do you get over your pride and ask others for help? (17:46) What is the difference between enhancement and dependency? (19:38) Why should we give money rather than loan money? (21:56) When you’re starting over with nothing, how do you live without sentimental stuff in your life? (25:53) Detailed show notes: minimalists.com/podcast Support The Minimalists: minimalists.com/support