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Published Jun 10, 2024

Spiritual Clutter | The Minimalists Ep. 446

Joshua Millburn, T.K. Coleman, and Ryan Nicodemus delve into spiritual clutter, the essence of spirituality, and the role of healthy skepticism, offering practical tips and insights for a more intentional and balanced spiritual life.
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  • Defining Spirituality

    begins by asking what comes to mind when we hear the term spirituality. reflects on the clutter associated with spiritual and religious practices, emphasizing the nuggets of truth found within ancient wisdom traditions. He notes, "There's a lot of truth there. There are all of these nuggets of gold, but sometimes you have to sift through a whole lot of sediment in order to get to those gold nuggets." 1

       

    Essence of Spirituality

    adds that spirituality is about who we are, not what we do, and that practices can be beautiful but are not essential. He explains, "It's possible to make the sign of the cross... and still be a complete jerk who lacks compassion." 2 discusses the belief in something beyond tangible, scientific details, highlighting the importance of curiosity and skepticism in spiritual practices. 3

       

    Spiritual Practices

    and explore the role of accessories in enhancing spiritual rituals. T.K. emphasizes that these items are not necessary but can deepen one's experience. He states, "These things are there as reminders for me of what's important." 4 They also discuss the sacredness of nature and how spirituality can be experienced in everyday life, not just through rituals. 5

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