On the Regular Version ... In this conversation, and old blogging friend, Joshua Becker, joins me to discuss the journey and benefits of minimalism. We talk about his personal experience with minimalism and how it has positively impacted his life, relationships, and finances. We also explore strategies for dealing with a spouse's resistance to minimalism and the importance of the master bedroom as a sanctuary. Joshua also emphasizes the need for love, patience, and humility when approaching minimalism as a couple.  Learn more about Joshua here https://www.becomingminimalist.com/ Takeaways Minimalism can positively impact various aspects of life, including relationships, finances, and overall well-being. Approaching minimalism with love, patience, and humility is essential when dealing with a spouse's resistance. The master bedroom can serve as a sanctuary for rest and intimacy, and decluttering this space can enhance its purpose. Protecting the master bedroom from tension and negative conversations can contribute to a more peaceful and meaningful environment. Minimalism involves harnessing what matters most and removing distractions to focus on one's values and priorities. On the Xtended Version ... In the XTD content, Pam and I talk about our journey with the minimalist mindset and how it has played out in our life and marriage. Enjoy the show! Sponsors ... One Skin: Get 15% off OneSkin with our code SMR at https://oneskin.co  #oneskinpod