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  • The Simple Guide to a Minimalist Life

  • By: Leo Babauta
  • Narrated by: Fred Stella
  • Length: 1 hr and 57 mins
  • 4.3 out of 5 stars (284 ratings)

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The Simple Guide to a Minimalist Life

By: Leo Babauta
Narrated by: Fred Stella
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"What is a minimalist life? It's one that is stripped of the unnecessary, to make room for that which gives you joy. It's a removal of clutter in all its forms, leaving you with peace and freedom and lightness. A minimalist values quality, not quantity, in all forms." So writes Leo Babauta, the creator of Zen Habits and author of The Simple Guide to a Minimalist Life. A joy to read, this little book will help you clear out clutter, be content with less, and simplify your life - with tips on everything from creating a minimalist workspace to going paperless. In short, it will help you enjoy a simpler, happier life!

©2009 Leo Babauta (P)2012 Brilliance Audio, Inc.
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very well done in a minimalist form

everything about this book was great! I would recommend this book to anyone who would like a complete understanding of minimalism. especially if they are beginner. well done.

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Minimalist life way

Leo is explaining his way in to have a minimalist way : Alone, family, work, etc...

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Inspiring

I loved this audio. I refer to it again and again. There is always some thing to learn from it. I really love rational minimalism and this is wonderful way to start and continue with it.

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very intriguing

Like the book. Could have done without the vegan / vegetarian preaching . Some good tips on getting started with minimalism.

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Good Advice

This a great audiobook filled with advice on how to live a minimalist lifestyle. The author covers most aspects of life that can benefit from reducing materialism.

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Gradual, peaceful, logical

Gradual, peaceful and logical progression to minimalism without any feeling of insistence or overwhelming feeling! Excellent as a reminder of back to basics as well!

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The Must-Read For Ones Searching for Simpler Life

Get the total overview of minimalism in one pack - simple and practical! Love this book!

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Simple and effective guidelines

A very refreshing look at how to rock and roll in this world full of unnecessary junk and clutter. Aside from not having sired 6 offspring, there are many things in here with which I can relate. Well read and a good guide for anyone looking to simplify life at all the fundamental levels. Not too long, which I like :)

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short chapters

the book has good paseing and good energy in the reading. While I can find the information online, it's nice having it contained in one audiobook. How I use the book is while listening I de-clutter. Good book for the price.

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Some good points but a little radical

Some of the points were good and clear. When he dove into eating and working out, as an athlete I felt he should have not commented on this as these areas are very personal to the individual.

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