Cutting things from your life – expenses, commitments, or distractions – can be overwhelming. How do you know what to keep and what to eliminate? We’ll walk you through a strategic way to decide what to cut using the 80/20 Rule, value mindsets, the minimalist approach to productivity, and more. Whether you want to save money, free up time, or reclaim mental space, we’ve got actionable steps to help you make smart choices without regret.

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Top 3 Productivity Resources [2:48]
An example of Brooks’ simplification journey [7:08]
Thanh’s small space experience [9:20]
What are some tips people can use to have less stuff? [12:33]
How to remove friction out of getting rid of stuff [15:45]
Examples of digital decluttering [20:29]
How to declutter your commitments [23:40]
Cutting out energy vampires [31:01]
The “hell yeah!” test [36:33]

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The Art of Cutting Things Out: Make Space for What Matters (TPS547)