Guys, I think I found the best book on minimalism ever. No, this is not a sponsored post and yes, I am serious.
The book is called Goodbye Things: The New Japanese Minimalism. This is the book that I am recommending to anyone who wants to learn more about or get started in minimalism. The author writes from the perspective of a completely normal and quite average person. Not excessively anything. Not amazingly this or that. Just a guy who figured out how to live with less in genuine contentment.
Fumio’s writing comes off as an ordinary man who has had a life changing epiphany and just wants to catch up with you over coffee. He casually offers to help you do it too, if you like. It’s an absolute delight to read.
The book has sections on the theory of minimalism and practical steps on how to go about it. Both sections are refreshing and I found the practical tips achievable and clear. The book also features beautiful pictures from his apartment both before and after, his transformation. While the theory and mindset are clearly explained, Fumio Sasaki’s approach is more based in realism and logical facts than other books in the minimalism genre, which tend to come off more philosophical or feelings-based.
It would be maximalist to go on about this book review (which I could probably do) so I will simply leave it there and recommend you look into this book. The book is available for purchase in print, ebook and audiobook for all your reading preferences or check your local library! We can do this.
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