The Minimalists Podcast

285 | Finding Meaning

Joshua and Ryan talk about our constant search for meaning, purpose, and significance; they discuss ways we can rethink spirituality, sex, and death with author Jamie Wheal; and they answer the following questions: What is “meaning”? (01:04) Why do we always seem to look for shortcuts? (03:57) What are heuristics? (05:30) What constitutes a true nihilist? (13:39) Is awareness a curse? (16:55) Once we find meaning in life, do we have a duty to help others find meaning as well? (18:25) What is the difference between being selfish and being self-centered? (20:01) What is the Hedonic treadmill? (25:19) What is the difference between narcissism and nihilism? (27:29) What is rapture ideology? (35:35) How does one find meaning after a close loved one has passed and they are struggling to deal with the passing? (40:43) Detailed show notes: <a href="http://theminimalists.com/podcast/">minimalists.com/podcast</a> Support The Minimalists: <a href="http://theminimalists.com/support/">minimalists.com/support</a>

The Minimalists are Emmy-nominated Netflix stars and New York Times–bestselling authors Joshua Fields Millburn and Ryan Nicodemus. Alongside cohost T.K. Coleman, they help millions of people live meaningful lives with less.