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The Minimalists · August 31, 2026 · 48m 34s

554 | The Floor

Joshua and T.K. talk with Natasha Theresa about the practice of Japanese floor sleeping, its potential benefits for sleep and back pain, and how to transition from a mattress. The conversation explores the idea that comfort can be a good servant but a terrible master, how subtraction reveals what truly matters, and the power of a single, well-chosen question. The episode also touches on Joshua's appearance on T.K.'s new show, One Question.

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Subtraction helps us see what matters most
Removing excess reveals what is truly important.
Japanese floor sleeping can improve sleep and back pain00:03:29
Sleeping on the floor may improve sleep quality and reduce lower-back pain, with a gradual transition recommended.

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