534 | The Pantry

About this episode

The Minimalists discuss minimizing excess pantry items and the benefits of decluttering with guest Kristen Ziegler.

The Minimalists speak with Kristen Ziegler about identifying and minimizing excess pantry items, the most absurd things we own, how to reset your algorithm, how decluttering and cleaning your home boosts your dopamine levels, and more! Discussed in this episode: How should I best organize my excess pantry items? (4:54) What's the most absurd thing in your pantry? Why is it still there? (20:24) Right Here, Right Now: The Minimalism 10th Anniversary Tour and Simplehaven Retreat (43:18) Listener Tip: How to reset your algorithm. (45:11) Have a question for the show? Call 406-219-7839 or email a voice memo to podcast@themins.com. Listen to the full Maximal episode on Patreon: patreon.com/theminimalists Detailed show notes: minimalists.com/podcast

People in this episode

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

Guest: Kristen Ziegler

Topics covered

• pantry organization
• decluttering
• dopamine boost
• minimalism
• algorithm reset

Keywords

• pantry
• decluttering
• minimalism
• dopamine
• organization

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