September 2025 Wrap-up: Starting The Rich Minimalist Journey
This month I covered The Rich Minimalist manifesto, the beauty of vanlife, solar installations, squats as the most effective exercise, a DIY electrolyte drink, and 2 fascinating survival stories.
September was my first month with my new Substack publication The Rich Minimalist. So far, I am really pleased the way everything worked out. My aim is to provide real value to you. Please share any feedback you may have:
In this newsletter, I summarize every post from this month.
Happy reading,
Manfred
Welcome to The Rich Minimalist
I am unpacking the philosophy behind the Rich Minimalist lifestyle—why becoming time-rich and mindful leads to a healthier, happier life.
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Embracing the Freedom of Vanlife—A Beautiful Path to Simple Joys
Explore the rewards and realities of living and traveling in a camper van as a form of minimalism and discover how this brings adventure, simplicity, and strong life lessons.
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Surviving Six Days on a Ledge Alone
Dive into David Cicotello’s gripping survival story and the powerful mindset, resourcefulness, and hope that carried him through an unimaginable ordeal.
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Ditch the Expensive Sugar Bombs: The Minimalist’s Healthier, Cheaper Electrolyte Drink for Real Rehydration
A minimalist’s guide to making your own 4-ingredient DIY electrolyte drink that’s healthier and cheaper than commercial sports drinks.
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What’s The One Most Useful Exercise for Everyday Strength and Health?
Reveal the single best move you can do anywhere to unlock everyday strength, functional fitness, and mobility.
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How Ernest Hemingway Survived Two Plane Crashes in Two Days: Grit, Humor and Lessons for Life
Follow Hemingway through his wild African adventure, two plane crashes, and remarkable survival lessons in grit, humor, and creative adaptation.
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7 Biggest Off-Grid Tiny House Challenges You Need to Know Before Making the Leap
Break down the seven top obstacles of off-grid tiny house living, from power and water woes to storage problems and social isolation, with a preview of practical solutions.
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Mastering Power Supply and Energy Management for Your Off-Grid Tiny House: The Essential Solar Guide
Unlock how to design a solar system for your tiny home, run an energy audit, and keep your off-grid lifestyle powered up day and night.
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Podcast Episodes
Biggest Off-Grid Tiny House Challenges (8:36)
Breakdown of the toughest obstacles in off-grid tiny house life from a minimalist’s perspective, with honest tips and encouragement.
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Off-Grid Solar System Essentials for Tiny Living (8:40)
Learn the key strategies for planning, wiring, and maintaining a reliable solar power system tailored for the unique needs of tiny house living off the grid.
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Thank you for being part of The Rich Minimalist community! My goal is to share practical insights into minimalist living, health, and freedom.
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Stay healthy, stay free,
Manfred