I’d Rather Be Alone | The Minimalists Ep. 503

The Minimalists speak with philosopher Peter Rollins about how increasing fragmentation and fear of others produces unnecessary enemies, the ways in which social anxiety makes it difficult to build a community, how products promise fulfillment yet give us dissatisfaction, and much more. Discussed in this episode: What do introverts understand that extroverts don’t? (01:23) What’s missing from your community? (21:35) Right Here, Right Now: Sunday Symposium and Zoom calls with The Minimalists. (44:37) Listener Tip: Two tips for managing book clutter. (48:30) Listen to the full Maximal Episode on Patreon:   / theminimalists   Free Minimalist Rulebook: https://minimalists.com/rulebook Detailed show notes: https://minimalists.com/podcast Recorded at Earthing Studios. FOLLOW THE MINIMALISTS: Instagram:   / theminimalists   TikTok:   / theminimalists   Facebook:   / theminimalists   Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/theminimalists Newsletter: https://minimalists.com #TheMinimalists