Minimalism: Live a Meaningful Life

ByJoshua Fields Millburn

Release Date: 2015-12-20
Genre: Self-Improvement

Score: 4.5

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From 215 Ratings

Description

Minimalism is the thing that gets us past the things so we can make room for life's most important things—which actually aren't things at all.

At age 30, best friends Joshua Fields Millburn & Ryan Nicodemus walked away from their six-figure corporate careers, jettisoned most of their material possessions, and started focusing on what's truly important.

In their debut book, Joshua & Ryan, authors of the popular website The Minimalists, explore their troubled pasts and descent into depression. Though they had achieved the American Dream, they worked ridiculous hours, wastefully spent money, and lived paycheck to paycheck. Instead of discovering their passions, they pacified themselves with ephemeral indulgences—which only led to more debt, depression, and discontent.

After a pair of life-changing events, Joshua & Ryan discovered minimalism, allowing them to eliminate their excess material things so they could focus on life's most important "things": health, relationships, passion, growth, and contribution.

Reviews

Great Book!
5
By Peechoo420
This book provides a lot of insight on life itself. I really enjoyed reading it because it gives you a different outlook on life and how to live it the most meaningful way possible to your standards. I am glad I got the opportunity to read it.
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3
By AZR8784
I was expecting more. I love the podcast
Wow!
5
By barrzootoo
Simple yet earth shattering...began my journey today. Thanks.
Meaningful
5
By allysa03
I really enjoyed reading this book. It’s been a long time since I picked up a book, read it from beginning to end and looked forward to picking the book up each day. I really like the message about living a more meaningful life, as I’ve read the book it’s really given me some inspiration and motivation to worry less about things and focus more on the five values mentioned in the book. Thanks minimalists!
Mahalo from Hawaii
5
By Ragged Glory
Just read your book. Live a meaningful life. A real eye opener. I have shared this book with my brother. Thanks Again!
T.S.
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5
By Red.Thread
These guys are real, honest, open and also inviting storytellers. They offer myriad mediums to engage in; their material is characterized by a whole hearted open mindedness which is welcoming, enjoyable and thought provoking.
Life changer! 👍🏽
5
By astixlepore
I am very grateful to both Josh and Ryan. This book and the documentary Minimalism are completely in line with my feelings about our world today. How to thrive in the society we've created when we've made things so difficult for ourselves. I love the Podcast also! Thank you for having the strength and determination to get these words out there. They have changed my life. Much love!
Awesome book
4
By Texas BSN
This book has added true value to my life. I highly recommend it. It is a great reminder of how minimalism allows us to focus on 5 values they share in this book.
Good stuff
5
By LittleTanner
I have been listening to the minimalist podcast and liking what I was hearing so I decided to buy this iBook. It's a quick read with a lot of good information. I will be rereading this again to make sure I retain all the good stuff they have to say. I recommend this book if you are in need of a new perspective and some helpful advice of where to start.