Patreon Exclusive! Joshua Fields Millburn & Ryan Nicodemus, joined by minimalist-traveler Colin Wright, author of Some Thoughts About Relationships, record a podcast episode exclusively for their Patreon supporters during their Less Is Now Milwaukee event, and they answer the following question:
What is the best way to explain to loved ones that enjoy giving gifts to me that I prefer experiences over things?
LINKS
Project: The Minimalists Are Filming a New Documentary
Blog: Colin Wright
Book: Epictetus
Book: Some Thoughts About Relationships
Contribute: charity: water
Podcast: charity: water
Podcast: Let’s Know Things
Website: Colin Wright
MINIMAL MAXIMS
“People hate change, but they hate being forced to change even more.”
“Always ensure you use the word ‘you’ in a positive manner.”
“Gift-giving isn’t the problem; the commodification of love is the problem.”
“Love is not transactional; love is transcendent.”
“Adding value is the true love language.”
“It’s not about saying ‘no’ to gifts—it’s about saying ‘yes’ to the right kind of gifts.”
This Postscript episode corresponds with Minimal episode 117.