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'Babauta has become a powerhouse of online activity for a good reason: his mantra works.'
Tim Ferris, author of The 4-Hour Work Week

The Power of Less demonstrates how you can streamline your life by eliminating the unnecessary - freeing up space from everyday clutter to achieve your goals and…

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1 author picked The Power of Less as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?

I love this book because it reshaped my life in ways I hadn’t thought possible. It was the catalyst for me to downsize my home—twice—become debt-free and launch my own business. It helped me see clutter, whether physical, mental, or digital, in a whole new light and rethink how I care for my body.

This book laid the foundation for my journey toward minimalism and productivity, grounding me in a more intentional approach to work and life. A classic, it remains one of the best primers for creating meaningful, lasting change.

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