The Minimalists are joined by licensed therapists Vanessa Bennett and John Kim to discuss relationship clutter. Listen to all two hours of episode 358 on The Minimalists Private Podcast. Discussed in this episode: How do I search intentionally for a life partner without becoming consumed by that pursuit? (01:45) Does a need for relationships inevitably cause relationship clutter? (03:31) What is the danger in prioritizing my partner’s needs? (5:27) What is your perspective regarding codependency? (06:19) How do you maintain your joy without making others that are suffering feel that you’re not compassionate? (07:15) Is it a matter of personal responsibility to always accept blame? (08:55) What are the pros and cons of legal marriage? (15:46) What did you learn from your first Sunday Symposium event? (24:14) Detailed show notes: minimalists.com/podcast Join The Minimalists Private Podcast: minimalists.com/support