Fumio Sasaki
Hardcover | Pages: 272 pages Rating: 3.81 | 20470 Users | 2762 Reviews
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| Original Title: | ぼくたちに、もうモノは必要ない。 断捨離からミニマリストへ |
| ISBN: | 0393609030 (ISBN13: 9780393609035) |
| Edition Language: | English |
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Fumio Sasaki is not an enlightened minimalism expert; he’s just a regular guy who was stressed at work, insecure, and constantly comparing himself to others—until one day he decided to change his life by reducing his possessions to the bare minimum. The benefits were instantaneous and absolutely remarkable: without all his “stuff,” Sasaki finally felt true freedom, peace of mind, and appreciation for the present moment. Goodbye, Things explores why we measure our worth by the things we own and how the new minimalist movement will not only transform your space but truly enrich your life. Along the way, Sasaki modestly shares his personal minimalist experience, offering tips on the minimizing process and revealing the profound ways he has changed since he got rid of everything he didn’t need. The benefits of a minimalist life can be realized by anyone, and Sasaki’s humble vision of true happiness will open your eyes to minimalism’s potential.Present Epithetical Books Goodbye, Things: The New Japanese Minimalism
| Title | : | Goodbye, Things: The New Japanese Minimalism |
| Author | : | Fumio Sasaki |
| Book Format | : | Hardcover |
| Book Edition | : | Anniversary Edition |
| Pages | : | Pages: 272 pages |
| Published | : | April 11th 2017 by W. W. Norton Company (first published June 2015) |
| Categories | : | Nonfiction. Self Help. Audiobook. Philosophy |
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I've read a couple of books on minimalist lifestyle, and this is one of the best in my opinion. I especially like that all the photos included with the book are at the start, helps to make the book appealing. You can see from them not only single persons, but also a couple, a family and a traveling person's backpack contents (though only scarf can be counted as clothes in it, which leaves me wondering about the rest of the clothes that could be there).This includes the author's own pictures andA lot of people were saying this book was too basic, but as someone about to move and just starting to understand the ways in which clutter has been ruling my life, I found it helpful and inspiring. Sometimes it's just the inspiration that you need to really get going.
**I received this book for free through Goodreads First Reads.**Nothing better than throwing out everything you own to make space for nothing. All you need is a bed that doubles as a couch, one set of dishes to cook and eat off of and one towel to dry said dishes and yourself off with. What an easy-peasy, simplified life.ARE YOU FREAKING KIDDING ME?!?!?! ONE TOWEL FOR EVERYTHING?!?!?!That was the moment I realized a minimalist lifestyle was not for me. I know the author says to each their own
Fumio Sasaki takes minimalism to an entirely new level. I could not live in such a fundamental environment. I need beauty and plant life; my home is my sanctuary, not just a place to sleep. This lifestyle works for him and others, I am sure, but just not for me. I much prefer William Morris's quote "Have nothing in your house that you do not know to be useful, or believe to be beautiful."
The strengths of this book are in the psychological and philosophical insights and the general, sometimes practical principles of minimalist living. The author is a young single professional in Tokyo, and his chosen style of minimalism is basically monastic. But he doesn't preach that style or suggest it's for everyone. So his story isn't an inspirational how-to for most western readers. There is no joy sparking (though he has opinions about that), there are no packing parties, nor
Interesting topic. Enjoyed the parts about the authors journey, but the rest felt a bit inaccessible, and got a bit boring after a while.
I may not agree with some of the authors ideas, but I find his crush on Steve Jobs adorable.Having enjoyed Mari Kondos works, I knew what I was getting myself into when I picked up this book. The formats are very similar and I appreciated the quick read. The ideas may not be completely fresh, but sometimes it good to have a reminder of the values you already agree with, and it may spark some new changes in your old routine.One idea Sasaki had that resonated with me is the fact that you can treat
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