Dont Collect All Three!

Dont Collect All Three! People often ask why we wrote three books about simple living: Thats not very minimalist, is it? Actually, it is, because each book communicates something unique, all three add value in different waysâ€"we didnt just slap three different covers on the same material. Everything That Remains is the why-to book: it is our personal story of letting go; it documents our five-year journey from suit-and-tie corporate guys to minimalists. This book attempts to answer the questions: Why have I given so much meaning to material possessions? Why have I been so discontented by the status quo? What if everything I ever wanted isnt what I actually want? Of everything weve written, we are most proud of this book. Minimalism is the what-to book: it focuses on the five values we must focus on to live a meaningful life.  This book attempts to answer  the questions: What is a  meaningful life? Who is the person I want to become? How will I define my success after letting go of the excess stuff? Essential is the how-to book: the best of The Minimalists, this collection of 150 essays focuses on twelve distinct areas of intentional living, from decluttering, gift-giving, and finances to passion, health, and relationships. This book attempts to answer the question: How would my life be better with less? Because people enjoy books differently, all three titles are available in paperback, ebook, and audiobook.  For the best experience, we recommend reading them in the above order: why, what, how. But doesnt selling a book fly in the face of the minimalist ethos? Arent The Minimalists asking people to consume more stuff? Thats a fair question, except books are not mere consumablesâ€"theyre experiences. The value is not in the artifact itselfâ€"the value is in the words. Ergo, we dont want you to consume our booksâ€"we want you to experience them. Do we want you to purchase our books? Sureâ€"only if youre willing to read them, though. But please, by all means, do not collect them. When youre finished, pass the book on to someone who might find value in its pages. Or, instead of buying our books, find them at your local library. And if your local branch doesnt have one of our titles, ask them to  order itâ€"most libraries are delighted to fulfill the requests of patrons. No matter the vehicleâ€"be it our books, essays, podcast, or documentaryâ€"we hope you find value in our message. Above all, we want to add value to your life. P.S. Our books are also available in these languages. Beyond our books, you can check out The Minimalists book recommendations for a short list of books that have influenced us over the years. You May Also Enjoy How to Start a Successful Blog Today Learn how to start a blog in less than an hour. Follow the step-by-step instructions we used when starting our blog, which now has reached more than 20 million people. Creating this blog is one of the best decisions Ryan and I ever made. After all, our blog is how we earn a living. More important, it's how we add value to other people's lives. Read more 30-Day Minimalism Game Let's play a simple game together. We call it the 30-Day Minimalism Game. Find a friend, family member, or coworker who's willing to minimize their stuff with you next month. Read more 11 Ways to Write Better We are all writers now. Whether you write books, blog posts, emails, Instagram captions, or text messages, you are a writer. No matter your preferred medium, here are a few tips to help you write more effectively. Read more Subscribe to The Minimalists via email.