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The Antidote To Hedonic Adaptation

The Antidote To Hedonic Adaptation

The US hails consumption as a patriotic duty. But refraining from buying isn’t a punishment, and practicing a bit of self-control both resets our hedonistic baseline and re-centers our behaviors around moderation.

It’s paradoxical but true: Imposing temporary limits ultimately sets you free. On today’s show author John Oakes discusses the numerous benefits associated with fasting from food, from spending, and everything in between.

 

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[9:00] What do ancient philosophers have to say about self-control, holding back, and managing desires?

[13:00] Musings on why it’s important to put limits on ourselves even though our economy thrives when we consume without limits

[25:00] We can do hard things! The personal benefits associated with embarking on a challenge and accomplishing it

[29:00] Is overconsumption contributing to our nationwide ‘modern malaise’?

 

 

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Revisiting The Capsule Wardrobe Conversation

Have a closet full of clothes but nothing to wear? While capsule wardrobes are often touted as the singular solution to closet overwhelm, many report that they can be restrictive, boring and, frankly, unrealistic in practice.

A minimalist closet is best served by first identifying the outfits needed to live YOUR unique life. On today's show podcaster Lauren Morley shows us how to streamline our wardrobes, say goodbye to clutter, and feel effortlessly put together every day by focusing less on capsules and more on a 20 outfit wardrobe, instead.

 

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[5:30] Identifying exactly where and why capsule wardrobes fall short

[11:00] Why doesn't buying more clothes solve the problems associated with getting dressed? Conversely, why isn't decluttering the singular solution?

[16:00] Say goodbye to capsule wardrobes and hello to your 20 outfit wardrobe

[20:00] Getting to the root of our cultural reverence for bottomless closets

[28:00] The trend cycle is not your friend, so hop off that bandwagon!

 

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