The Minimalist Book Club
Books that will change your life
How we spend our days is, of course, how we spend our lives.
– Annie Dillard
Perfection is not achieved, when there is nothing more to add, but
when there is nothing left to take away. – Antoine De Saint-Exupery
“When the eye is unobstructed the result is sight …”
– Anthony De Mello
What is Minimalism?
When asked what is minimalism, Joshua Becker of Becoming Minimalist
says: “Minimalism is the intentional promotion of the things we most
value and the removal of anything that distracts us from it.” We define
minimalism as a lifestyle practice focused on minimizing distractions
that keep you from what matters to you and ensure that we are living
each day with intention and aligned with our values and aspirations.
The effects of minimalism are numerous, including ensuring the
sustainability of our planet, as well as impacting the relationships we
have with each other as a human race. Minimalism comes with the
realization that we and our planet is …. enough. And once we rediscover
our “enoughness,” we will experience the peace within and all around us.
What Minimalism is Not
Minimalism is not about getting rid of everything you own, being frugal,
nor is it about following certain rules and standards (no color, etc.).
Minimalism doesn’t only apply to your possessions or stuff. It is not
about what you own, but why you own it. Minimalism can be applied to all
areas of your life.
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