The Minimalists · July 20, 2026 · 47:54

548 | Past Lives

Joshua Fields Millburn, Ryan Nicodemus, T.K. Coleman

Joshua, T.K., and Ryan explore the distinction between intelligence and wisdom, a listener's question about differentiating wisdom from fear after leaving an abusive family, and how minimalism can support healing. The episode also includes updates on Joshua's first solo tour, T.K.'s new show, and Ryan's new restaurant, plus a look at some favorite non-minimalist books.

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Highlights

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Intelligence vs. Wisdom00:02:16

Joshua poses the question: 'If intelligence is getting what you want, is wisdom wanting what's worth getting in the first place?'

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Distinguishing Wisdom from Fear After Trauma00:05:00

A listener escaping an abusive family asks how to tell if a decision is driven by wisdom or fear.

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Minimalism as a Healing Practice00:05:00

Joshua and his co-hosts reflect on how minimalism helped in the aftermath of leaving an abusive environment.

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Misc

✧Joshua announces his first solo tour, 'How to Let Go.'

✧T.K. Coleman has a new show; Ryan Nicodemus is opening a restaurant.

✧Joshua mentions using the Nuropod vagus nerve stimulator.

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