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Book Review: Simplification

2/4/2016

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Because we are modifying things, I've been reading. Lots of reading. Books on mindset, finances, habits, parenting, simplicity, and minimalism. It's a long list. I'm going to review my favorites for you. 

Let's start with a condensed look at the books on simplicity and minimalism.
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Key Takeaways, Analysis, & Reviews of Crystal Paine's Say Goodbye to Survival Mode.
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The Cliff Notes version of Say Goodbye to Survival Mode. A seriously short read that highlights each of the 8 strategies in a brief summary.
1. Survival mode has a negative impact on every aspect of life.
2. You are the both the problem and the solution.
3. Start with a small change.
4. Set goals to gauge your progress.
5. Practice self-discipline.
6. Be in control of your finances.
7. Simplify.
8. Take care of yourself first so you can care for those you love.
​Interestingly, this could be a summary of all the books I read combined together. 
Next is Clutterfree with Kids by Joshua Becker which I liked but wanted more concrete ideas for limiting the chaos of clutter that my child and infant bring. And me. And my husband.

Best advice was to limit the space a hobby can take to a specific location. Since kids have ever changing hobbies and adults can simply amass without end, this resulted in a clear plastic zippered bag or tote for the current treasures. When it's full, it's clean out time.
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Finally there are the books I started, liked and wanted to finish, but simply ran out of steam.

Miss Minimalist by Francine Jay: Enjoyed the flow and voice of the author. Didn't have my heart in it.

Minimalism Made Easy by Kathy Stanton: Left me feeling burdened. Seriously considered selling it all, even the family. There are good, decent suggestions within the pages.

Simplify by Joshua Becker read like a repeat of Clutterfree with Kids. It's probably the opposite but I read Clutterfree first.
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Please add your own recommendations for minimalist or simplification books in the comments. I'd love to have a few more to read. If I have time. Thanks so much.
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