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Exploring ideas around minimalism, simplicity and how to live comfortably with less.

The modern world can be a complicated, frenzied and noisy place, filled with too many options, products, ideas and opinions. That explains why what many of us long for is simplicity: a life that can be more…

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1 author picked A Simpler Life as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?

Deep down, we all long for a simpler life. The world is becoming increasingly complex, we are flooded by social media, news, family, friends and trends. This book offers a way out of this hamster wheel. It does this in a very provocative way, but every suggestion is worth considering.
How many friends do I really need? How do I deal with my parents and family?
Is consumerism really rewarding? These are just a few of the questions the book addresses. I loved it!

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