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)
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