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I have one bag of clothes, one backpack with a computer, iPad, and
phone. I have zero other possessions.

I CHOOSE ME

Today I have no address. At this exact moment I am sitting in a restaurant

and theres no place for me to go to lie down.
By tonight I will nd a place to lie down. Will that be my address? Probably
not.
Am I minimalist? I dont know. I dont care. I dont like that word. I live the
way I like to live no matter what label it has.
At any moment, you are exactly where you want to be, for better or
worse.
A lot of people get minimalism confused.
Its not necessarily a good way to live. Or a free way to live for many
people. Its just the way I like to live.
I like to be a wanderer. Without knowing where I am going to end up. To
explore with no goal. To love without expectation.
For now. Maybe not for later. Maybe not yesterday.

Does minimalism mean not having a lot of possessions?

No, not at all. I think minimalism means having as little as you require.

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No, not at all. I think minimalism means having as little as you require.
That means di erent things to everyone.
For me, having little means I dont have to think about things that I own.

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My brain is not so big. So now I can think about other things. I can explore
other ways of living more easily.
Some people dont like that. I know many people who love roots. Who love

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being sentimental towards items. This is ne. Who am I to judge?

The other day I threw out my college diploma that was in storage. I threw
out everything I had in storage. The last objects left in my life.
At 48 years old I have nothing and nowhere. Other than the people I love
and the experiences I love.

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want to throw it out?

Yes. Ive worked harder for other things since then. I dont keep all of
these things around either. They are gone.
Society tells us a diploma is a special life achievement. It isnt. Its
yesterday. I dont hold onto all the things society tells me to hold onto

How do you deal with kids if you are a minimalist?

Like 50% of Americans or more, Im divorced. I have two beautiful children
with my rst wife. I love my children very much.
I miss them almost constantly. Im not minimalist if minimalism means
having zero attachments. Im attached to my kids.
I see them as much as I can. Sometimes they visit me (wherever I am) and
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I hope to talk to them every day for the rest of my life. If they lived with
me I probably wouldnt be able to live the way I do and I probably wouldnt
want to.
But life has delivered me to this shore. So I pick myself up and explore the
jungle on this new island.

Do you have to get o

the internet to be a minimalist?

Sometimes. For four million years we were disconnected. For 20 years

we have been connected.
I have 238,795 unread emails in my inbox. Emails are a suggestion but not
an obligation.
Love and spirituality and gratitude are found in personal connection. Not
in an email response.
Sometimes I might return an email ten years later. Those are fun. I
pretend like I just got the email a second ago and I return it, Sure Ill meet
you for co ee tomorrow! I get fun responses.

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I have a kindle app on my iPad mini and read all of my books there.
I understand real books are beautiful. So I go to bookstores for hours and
read them. But I wont own them because they wont t in my one bag.
I never read random articles on the Internet unless they are by people I
know. Mostly I read books I love.
A friend asked me, when he heard all of this, But arent you afraid youre
going to miss some information?

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99% of information we read, we forget anyway. The best way to

remember is to DO.
Otherwise, I look at nothing online.
Experiences happen when you disconnect. And I choose experiences over
goods or information.

Does minimalism mean having few emotional attachments?

I love my friends. I love my children. I love talking to people at a party or a
dinner or an event and learning from them.
Love is minimalism. Desire, possession, and control are not minimalism.
Minimalism of things? No. Minimalism of fear, anxiety, stress, mourning.
I dont like any intrigue. I dont like to gossip about people.
When I do that, I feel like I am carrying those people in my backpack. So
the more I gossip, the heavier my baggage is.
I dont like feeling bad if someone doesnt like me. Thats also baggage. I
try to leave that behind.
And were all di erent. You never really know why someone is doing the
things they are doing.
Sometimes its for deeply sad reasons. Sometimes they are projecting.
Sometimes they had a bad day, or a bad life. Sometimes Its for reasons
well never understand.
Why did they do this? or Why is this happening to me? wont t in my
one bag.
Did I check the box on physical health, emotional health, creativity, and
compassion today?
Those items dont need to t in my bag. They are gone by end of day. Ill

nd them again tomorrow.

How do you get rid of an attachment that is in your baggage? I dont really
know.
I certainly carry around extra baggage. So I just get back to the four items I
said above starting with physical health.
Then I always nd my baggage is a little lighter.

Does minimalism mean having no accomplishments?

No. If anything, the more you accomplish, the more you can a ord to get
rid of the things society uses to hold you down.
Or, the reverse. Either way.

Is minimalism healthy?
Yes. Sometimes. For instance, I dont like to eat more than I need.
Although going extreme on that becomes an obligation to carry around.
I dont like to have experiences that are unhealthy.
For me, experiences are always more important than material goods. A
story is more important than a gift.
A material good might not t in my bag. But a joyful experience is lighter
than an atom.
I get to look forward to it beforehand. I get to have it. I get to remember it
forever afterwards and learn from it and love it. And it weighs nothing.
What if an experience is not so joyful.
One thing I know: joy is a choice inside and not an emotion given to you.
Sometimes I make the wrong choice. I cant help it. But sometimes I make
the right one. I hope today I will.

What are minimalist emotions?

Love, joy, wonder, curiosity, friendship connection. These are things you
give away. Not take from others.
Emotions that cant t in my bag: possession, control, anxiety, fear.
I dont include anger. Anger is just fear clothed. When Im angry I try to
nd the underlying fear. Get naked with it.
Am I good at this? Not really. I try to get better.
If I judge myself for something I did wrong then I just did two things I dont
like to do: the wrong thing, and the judging.
Minimalism is about not judging yourself or others.

You have to have goals to succeed! How can you be a minimalist

with goals?

with goals?
Goals are ways the mind tries to control you. I need X to be happy.
When I feel like I need something outside of me to be happy, I have to
make room in my bag for it.
I dont have enough room. I have some shirts and pants and toothpaste
and a few other things. Goals dont t.
I have interests and things that I love to do. If I get better at those things
each day (or try to) I feel good.
When I have less things in my bag, I feel more free. Did I get 1% more
free today, whatever free means?
When I spend time with friends, I nd joy in the connection. Sometimes
the only thing we need in life is not a goal achieved but a hand to hold.
These three above items catapult me to achieve every goal I never had.
Its magic.

Should I sell my house and get a smaller house?

No. OrI dont know. Dont do it for a label. If you like your house, keep it.
If you like your job, keep it.
Figure out the 10-15 things you want in your bag before you die
tomorrow.

Whats the rst step I should take? Should I throw things out?
I have no clue.
This is the problem with self-help books. They seem to be written by
someone on a pedestal giving advice without having any blemishes.
I have too many blemishes to give advice. I am a homeless man with no
address, with some failures and some successes and no possessions.
Today I can start over. Or today I can ask too many times: Why?
But theres one thing I can do: I can always help someone else. That
makes my day and life lighter.
Anyone can have miracles in their life.
Miracles dont happen. Miracles are given.

If you are a minimalist how come sometimes you have really long
articles?
Because I dont care what you think about me.

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Samuel W Holder 3 months ago

This is by far and away the best post from you I have ever read. You give some
very clear principles to live by and I found it incredibly persuasive.
I have tried your "write down 10 ideas a day" and after a week or so stopped
doing it. But I will go back and try again, particularly in writing 10 ideas for
people that you know. For myself I will make a slight modication and start
writing 10 questions per day.
Thank you for taking the time to put your thoughts into writing.
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index1000 > Samuel W Holder 2 months ago

Doing it for a week is not trying it is it? Be honest if you can't keep that
up longer than a week how will you keep it up with questions? I have
done it for over 7 months now (even using Claudia's excellent little
book) amazing things are starting to happen. What things you ask?
Cool experiences such as meeting with a world renowned
Businessmen to discuss the ideas i came up with for one of his new
ventures. Currently discussing a TV idea i came up with production
company in the UK and much more.
It works, it's fun and its better than feeling sorry for yourself and sulking
( yes i did that as well)
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thatjacobaaron 3 months ago

I'm a fan. And I feel like I skipped over something about how you got kicked
out... Too personal? BTW, this is ofcially my favorite quote right now! "The
best way to remember is to do." -James Altucher
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Robert Schilt 3 months ago

Hi James,
I have only ever posted one comment on this blog. However I do skim through
most of your articles. Sometimes I wonder if you are for real. However I
inevitably conclude that you are very real.
Your words today resonated.
I'm always thrilled to touch base with a fellow human also on the road less
traveled. We are probably part of a reconnaissance team deeply embedded in

a matrix type existence. Who knows. It does not really matter. Nothing much
does in the big scheme of things.
Five years ago I started a business - no stock, no staff, no cash and no
premises. No paper and 100% mobile. Everything I own ts into two suitcases.
One I refer to as my ofce and the other my home. I recently did an extension
to my home by buying a new suitcase.
I'm homeless, baseless and don't know what country I will be in from week to
week. As my business grows so does my cash ow and the places I stay at
see more

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Patrick Escalona > Robert Schilt 8 hours ago

Hi Robert. Might I ask what you exactly do? I'm very curious on how
you are able to maintain that lifestyle.

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Jim Sparx 3 months ago

This read is golden.

I'm going to phone that number though...I mean it, I will!
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eztephen > Jim Sparx 11 hours ago

Did you do it? What was the response? Or who was it?

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Stephen Hunt 3 months ago

I think you're turning into that bloke Kwai Chang Caine (aka David Carradine)
in the Kung Fu TV series . . . wandering the Earth, righting wrongs.
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Trisha_Barnes 3 months ago

If James' words resonate with you, fantastic. If they irritate you and rub against
what you believe, then let it be. I love the transparency, the simplicity and the
power of this article that will do the work intended ... to make us think, reect,
contemplate and decide what is best for me. Thank you James for provoking
and inspiring us.
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Rodrigo De Salvo Braz > Trisha_Barnes 3 months ago

Overall I agree, but I don't think he is being very transparent. Until the
other day he was talking about how he had nally met "the love of his
life", and held podcasts with his wife Claudia. He talked about the
marriage as being a major accomplishment and a central part of his life.
And now he describes this new life without any mention of her. If you
are talking about a way of life and happiness, and until yesterday your
marriage was a major part of that, shouldn't it be part of the new post?
Why the glaring omission? It is not enough to say that this is private,
since he talked openly about his marriage until recently.
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Rodrigo De Salvo Braz > Rodrigo De Salvo Braz 3 months ago

To be fair, I just listened to his last podcast and he does refer to

it a bit. He says he won't comment for privacy issues, which is
fair and better than just completely ignoring the topic.

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Elite Sportz Equipment > Rodrigo De Salvo Braz 3 months ago

I'm confused...so JA and Claudia have split up?

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CJmoneymom > Elite Sportz Equipment 2 months ago

CJmoneymom > Elite Sportz Equipment 2 months ago

Also, this comment was to @Rodrigo De Salvo Braz. I

accidentally put it in the wrong place. Sorry about that,
@Elite Sportz Equipment. <3

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Rodrigo De Salvo Braz > Elite Sportz Equipment

3 months ago

That's what it looks like.

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CJmoneymom > Elite Sportz Equipment 2 months ago

Didn't he just write that he values relationships the most?

Well, if he's no longer in a relationship with her, why does
he need to talk about her? For YOUR satisfaction?
He wrote what he felt he needed to for this article.
We don't get to determine his content or his so-called
transparency. We get to be grateful that he shares, at all.

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index1000 > CJmoneymom 2 months ago

Why are you so aggressive? What is wrong with the

question Rodrigo asked? I too was wondering what
happened to Claudia the love of his life? suddenly she is
out and he is a monk traveling with just his clothes. For
those of us who have read him for a while and like the
guy we want to know because we care about him. Not
for our satisfaction.
Is that ok with you?
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CJmoneymom > index1000 2 months ago

I am not sure what was aggressive about my questions If

you perceived them (or me) that way, that's denitely not
how I meant it.
The point I am making is that we get what we get from
him. When and if he's ready to share, he will; however,
based on the context of the writing, his present and his
current relationships are what he nurtures - not the past.
I've been reading him for some time, too...though not
commenting. Having been through a divorce, sometimes,
you just want to be quiet on a topic instead of being
asked about it all the time. Who knows what he thinks
outside of what's expressly written?
I just think the grace to not share should be given, and
we should read, encourage, and stand with him as he
journeys...just like we'd want people to do for us.

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index1000 > CJmoneymom 2 months ago

Ok my mistake in misinterpreting your post. My

apologies.
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CJmoneymom > index1000 2 months ago

No worries. Its tough to "hear" what a person means

when you're reading their words. I probably could have
not capitalized the word "your." Unfortunately, I can't put
words in italics for emphasis on Disqus, so I tend to
capitalize them. I'll work on that. :)

capitalize them. I'll work on that. :)

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Bonnie Smith 3 months ago

I'm confused! Totally confused! You were married, happily! you have a blog,
you make appearances (assuming they are paid) you are
successful..nancially...enough to live on for awhile..I think? When I think of a
minimalist, I see the guy on the corner with the sign "will work for food" with a
dog resting peacefully. I do agree that being spiritually physically healthy is all
we need but where do you charge your ipad, take a shower, how do you pay
your iphone bill. It is a great article, I recently downsized too and I love it...from
3 bedroom house to a 1 bedroom apartment. I get the release, but... I just
don't understand why you choose to be homeless when so may people are
who don't want to be.I really believe the drug addict doesn't want to be. He
just can't see through the pain and get past the loss, he feels hopeless and no
one understands him. He's comfortable but only because the other sider is
more scary. This is a lot to think about.
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Jules Augier > Bonnie Smith 3 months ago

I totally understand your opinion, but I believe that you are focusing on
a far more practical aspect of this article than the one it was initially
intended for. That guy does not advise you to live the way he does which can appear extremely edgy, I agree - but inspires you to
recognize the weight of your own attachments. Could it be a house, a
job, a marriage or the quest to buy the latest iPhone, some stuff are just
unnecessary to our expansion, holding us back or preventing us from
experiencing the real beauty of life. It does not mean, of course, that
everyone should just abandon whatever they are doing and go travel
the world with a single backpack; it simply means that sticking with the
minimal amount of attachments, simply the ones necessary for your
well being, allows you to have less things to worry about, less fear of
losing what you have and generally a more complete experience of life.
The amount of attachments considered minimal, however, depends on
the person : some need a bag, some need a stable job or a house - as
you said, you chose to live in a smaller house and already experienced
release. This to say that I believe the article advocate a "minimalist"
state of mind, where the mind is free to wander around instead of
focusing on protecting belongings, rather than material minimalism.
Hope I could help to sort things out :)
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foljs > Bonnie Smith 3 months ago

>When I think of a minimalist, I see the guy on the corner with the sign
"will work for food" with a dog resting peacefully.
That's not a minimalist. He's just poor.
>I do agree that being spiritually physically healthy is all we need but
where do you charge your ipad, take a shower, how do you pay your
iphone bill
In a hotel. Or Air BnB. Or your house. The point is not not to have
power outlets, but that you don't need to have 20,000 things people
think they need. Power outlets don't mean you also need bookcases,
closets, jacuzzi, colored led lights, a pool, fancy oven, 40" TV, etc etc...
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jquick99 > Bonnie Smith 3 months ago

I too am confused. Years ago I used to read every word of James, but
have been sidetracked of late. Last I knew he was living about a 45 min
train ride from NYC, next to a river, in an older, big house that he always
wanted to live in. And married to Claudia.
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mscottveach 3 months ago

I am actually a little bit confused by this article. I am not totally intimate with
Altucher but I'm trying to see how this is viable and having a little bit of trouble.
Hasn't he traded the burden of a home with the burden of having to nd
somewhere safe to lay down each night?
What is this saying about his nances? I know he's made and lost fortunes,
but should I imagine a guy with plenty of money doing this? Or should I
imagine someone who might not have the money to get a hotel room should
he desire it?
He says this isn't incompatible with goals but it seems like many goals would
require a place to work in privacy, or at least with quiet. Many goals feel like
they would require a place to host meetings. A way to initiate conference calls.
I believe his goals are compatible with this lifestyle but my knee-jerk sense is
that his would be the exception rather than the rule?
Also, there seems to be a hidden burden in there of simply not having the
choice to do a huge number of things. Think of the burden he would have to
take on if he decided he wants to learn to cook. Or if he just wants to cook a
meal tonight.
What about dating?
It seems to me that the only way this works if you've restricted your wants
down to an incredibly narrow target and do not foresee ever wanting that to
change, Am I missing something?
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Bob > mscottveach 3 months ago

Consider it from JAs perspective. Hes specically telling people that

he is not interested right now in a goal that requires a conference room
and a secretary. He might even be saying that limiting our goals to such
standard practices is living life by someone elses expectations. Are we
creating anything of value by following the socially accepted course
every day? Is it not possible to nd a great companion by walking the
streets of a new and unfamiliar town? Theres more than one way to
achieve a goal, get a date, and build authentic success.
Ive been chronically underemployed most of my life, but Im extremely
successful. My goal since college has been to build a strong loving
family and develop a couple of real friends. For the past thirty years Ive
achieved this. And I cant imagine achieving this if Id pursued the
standard path to success by kissing my bosss ass or angling for
promotion and recognition. My career is ridiculous, but thats ok. I, too,
choose not to give it weight. I have what I want.

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mscottveach > Bob 3 months ago

Yep, that all makes sense. My confusion was related more to not
being able to suss the intended message out of it. I think
because I'm not a regular reader I didn't have some of the
context for it.

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Kyle > mscottveach 3 months ago

Excellent observations! And, I think part of the underlying, or hidden

meaning in his article is that we all choose our burdens, if we have that
luxury, and in many cases we do, based upon our values, though often
we don't even truly understand those values/reasons ourselves. From
what I gathered reading this, he's chosen the burdens you alluded to: 1)
because he had the choice; 2) because they allow him to exercise his

because he had the choice; 2) because they allow him to exercise his
values of freedom and of relationship through shared experiences; 3) he
can change his mind and perhaps does daily.
Sometimes the things we value conict, like you mentioned with dating.
What if on his travels he nds a woman he falls in love with? Will his
value of the freedom to roam outweigh his value of deep attraction and
connection? What if she doesn't like to travel as much and desires
stability?
I like his description, "Minimalism is having as little as you require." I
think this means simply gure out your values and with as little clutter
as possible, pursue them. Given your cooking example, perhaps this
means taking a class where all of the equipment/ingredients are
provided and no need to buy/carry/care for items that could detract
from other signicant values.
Am I making any sense? I feel like I understand it in my head, but
perhaps am not communicating my thoughts that well.
Thanks for your comment! Made me think.

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mscottveach > Kyle 3 months ago

You make sense; and I think you're right. I think that's exactly
what he's saying.
There's still something strange to me about the tone. Not quite
disingenuousness but almost. Like when he talks about this in
terms of maximizing freedom or minimizing burden, I can't help
but think that at best it looks like an even trade on those
vectors. Frankly, a pretty good case could be made for the idea
that he's added more burdens than he's jettisoned (depending
upon his wealth().
And he does have sentences in there that concede this works
for him and doesn't necessarily generalize so... you know,I say
it's the tone that throws me but maybe I'm just projecting.
But in any event, I do think that what you're saying is basically
his intended message.

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EmilyFlores > mscottveach 3 months ago

Let's be honest, James is going through some things that

most of us would categorize "as bad". If you haven't
been reading him for a while, you may be caught off
guard by his recent articles. He is surviving and living a
simple life through this bad patch (or moment of change)
and choosing to think of it in some freeing ways. So, I
can see where you're coming from. I'm not sure that he is
at his 100% right now, or his writing is any sort of guide.
It's really just him showing us his process of overcoming
the bad that's happening right now. I can relate a bit. I
ed a bad meaningless life in the US and chose to live in
Barcelona. Though my standard of living is a bit low I'm
surviving. I simply moved here by accident while on
vacation. I moved myself out of my apartment with the
help of my friends, and told my friends to take what they
wanted and just move me out. All my possessions are
now gone. Now, what I have can ll 2 suitcases, a
keyboard case, and a backpack. I am not used to being
so poor, but it's pushing me to really get my online SEO
business started and start building my blog
(www.EmilyFlowersmusic.com). Shameless plug, sorry. I
am starting to document this hard time as well. It will be
a real testament to his philosophy of the daily practice, if
I, and James can continue doing it and push through this
patch.

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mscottveach > EmilyFlores 3 months ago

Aha, I see. Yeah, I don't actually read him regularly.

Probably last time was a year or two ago. This makes
sense.
Good luck with this experiment...!
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Connect2hcb 3 months ago

In addition to being a powerful way to live life, minimalism has become very
important in today's world where excessive consumption is viewed as the
norm. For the future well-being of mankind it is imperative that minimalism is
maximized. Here are some more thoughts on this thread - http://randomreections-thou...
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Paul_Morphy 3 months ago

I can't believe you didn't put a chess set in your bag. Perhaps a canvas roll up
board and a small drawstring bag of chess pieces?
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Connect2hcb 3 months ago

Minimalism is a very simple yet profound and powerful concept. Here are
some more interesting thoughts on it - http://random-reections-thou...
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Roddy Pfeiffer 3 months ago

Very easy to live out of a backpack when you have millions in the bank.
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Michael Long 3 months ago

Up until THIS article, I had considered James a well connected guy with the
ability to deliver quality information on "future" investment opportunities, as
that was the "tone" that he had set.... however this article casts a massive
shadow of doubt upon this reality...
Here I was considering a $2500 investment in receiving advice from James and then BAMM... this article hits my inbox... ???
I struggle to understand how someone who reports making millions and being
connected with the likes of Peter Thiel, would even consider writing such an
article with this tone?! Am I the only one thinking this? Surely not...
I believe all this article achieved was placing doubt into the minds of potential
customers of James?!
I want to believe that James has the connections and knowledge to advise me
on such opportunities - however I struggle to see how this could be the case
given this "new" information?!
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Cigar Smoker 3 months ago

You'd look good with a beard James. And smoking a cigar.

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Newbie > Cigar Smoker 3 months ago

most interesting...

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index1000 2 months ago

Like a skinny spikey haired Reacher

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Season 2 months ago

Season 2 months ago

Love love love this post! Do you JA. I think many of us wish we could be
wanderers like you but get caught up on the materialistic "American Dream"
goals. Things should not dene us. I have to read this all over again, it is just
that good.

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ednatee 2 months ago

i enjoy your thoughts and everyone can learn how to bring more happiness to
their lives
by living with less and focusing on having better relationships with family and
friends

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Carl Kruse 2 months ago

A man, his bag and what he loves.

Love it.
Carl Kruse

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Mitch 2 months ago

Altucher has millions. When he tells you he has nowhere to go to "lie down" he
is just amusing you. He can check into any 1-star to 20-star hotel and lie down
any time he feels like it.

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Dave 2 months ago

James, it seems like you are selling - rst the investment opportunity, now the
writing classes. I am surprised, and disappointed by this. these posts are the
best, but how many times do you need to say this? You are at your best when
you give encouragement and insight, not when you ask for cash...
Otherwise, keep up the good work!

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disqus_z3ELGcSGJp 2 months ago

I got mold illness and had to get rid of everything except my ID cards and my
laptop and move to the desert. I now live in New Mexico, and everything I own
would t in my car. I have the minimum of clothes that will get me by, a Kindle,
a laptop, and some folding furniture and kitchen stuff ... it's great.
Really nice not having to worry about where my stuff is; I can list everything I
own from memory, and it's not hard to keep it clean or organized.

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Lee 2 months ago

This mirrors my own personal philosophy for life. Every time I start "time
traveling" trying to gure out what I should be doing to achieve meaningless
goals, I remind myself the only thing I biologically need to be happy is great
sex and books. Oh and carbs, lots of carbs.

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Virginia Reeves 2 months ago

I read many of the comments. To me, James is choosing to have a different

kind of adventure at this time in his life. Reminds me of the hobo mentality
from many years back. They chose to ride the rails or hitch hike, work when
needed, be friends with who they met, and enjoy life on their terms. He has
money to support his needs. People are basically good and offer help and
support to people who are not threatening and seem good themselves. I doubt
he's on a park bench sleeping at night. No one should ever judge another. We
generally get to make our own choices. Allow James, without censure or
debate, to make his. Like all of us, he has the right to live life on his terms.

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KammeiC 2 months ago

REFRESHING! You are unique and inspiring (as I'm sure we all are, but you're
very good at getting it out there). I wish you all the best in your adventures and
if you ever come to London, you have a place to lie down :)
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