Mastering Minimalism: Eight Steps To A Life Of Less Stuff And More Freedom - Emily Josephine

Mastering Minimalism: Eight Steps To A Life Of Less Stuff And More Freedom

By Emily Josephine

  • Release Date: 2017-04-09
  • Genre: Lifestyle & Home
Score: 4
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Description

The journey toward Minimalism can be tricky. This book will help make the journey of learning how to be a minimalist much less difficult – even enjoyable – for you.

Wannabe minimalists often have not only hundreds, if not thousands, of material goods to declutter, but also a plethora of mainstream mindsets that make navigating their way toward voluntary simplicity a rough and rocky path. I wrote this book to ease that navigation process for newbies. I also wrote it to help intermediate Minimalists who want to dive deeper into the journey, to overcome the obstacles that are holding them back. The steps and tips are those that my husband and I used to begin the journey toward Minimalism, and the ones we continue to use to remain on the path.

The book begins by briefly addressing what Minimalism truly is (as opposed to what religious minimalist gurus have made many people think it is). It continues by explaining the benefits of becoming a minimalist.

The rest of the book, the bulk of it, describes the steps you need to take in order to master Minimalism; that is, to overcome the insidious materialistic mindset of the modern age and to integrate the philosophy into your soul so completely that it becomes as easy as breathing.

The first step toward simple living is one you likely won’t hear about in any other book on the subject. Then, you will be asked to consider two major paradigm shifts that will completely change the way you look at material goods. The remaining steps are more practical and hands-on, enabling you to take instant action on your desire to join the minimalist movement.

If you are looking at becoming a minimalist, or you have already begun moving toward it but need some encouragement to “fight the good fight,” read this book. It will help.

Reviews

  • Easy to understand.

    5
    By Dara Stewart
    Very easy Read!
  • Good insight; a bit abrasive

    3
    By ZoëBB2011
    This was an easy, and fairly quick read. A lot of the suggestions, I've read in other articles and books, but some refreshing insight was definitely offered in this book. Being new to the minimalist world, I am trying to find free resources to help with my journey. This fit the bill, however I did find some of the wording to be to abrasive. Overall, I'm glad I took the time to read, and even more that I didn't pay for the book.
  • Short and sweet

    5
    By NoodleBeard
    Highlights a few good points and explains the heart behind them.
  • Loved!

    5
    By Brooke1605
    Such a great, quick read. And a real eye opener at times
  • Master Minimalism Eight steps

    5
    By Diana C. G.
    Step by step and options to get started, very helpful.
  • Worth the read.

    4
    By J03 /\/\0mma
    If a push is what you need this is a good start
  • Quick read of good reminders

    5
    By Soccerjen324
    Mostly familiar reminders in a funny tone of nudging and encouragement
  • love it (& myself a little more)

    5
    By kate33927
    very effective & succinct. I like her very personal & humorous writing style. thank you!
  • Short sweet to the point

    5
    By alexanotalexis
    Will be reading this book every month. Until it becomes habitual
  • Solid primer

    3
    By De.Signer
    This book was a good primer. I just think more detailed strategies (or specific examples, like for organizing things like your closet, drawers, etc) would make this book a more helpful guide.

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