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Essentialism

The Disciplined Pursuit of Less

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Essentialism

Written by: Greg McKeown
Narrated by: Greg McKeown
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THE LIFE-CHANGING NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • MORE THAN TWO MILLION COPIES SOLD

“Essentialism holds the keys to solving one of the great puzzles of life: How can we do less but accomplish more?”—Adam Grant, bestselling author of Think Again

Essentialism isn’t about getting more done in less time. It’s about getting only the right things done.

Have you ever found yourself stretched too thin?
Are you often busy but not productive?
Do you feel like your time is constantly being hijacked?

If you answered yes to any of these, the way out is the Way of the Essentialist.

Essentialism is more than a time-management technique. It is a systematic discipline for discerning what is absolutely essential, then eliminating everything that is not, so we can make the highest possible contribution toward the things that really matter.

By forcing us to apply more selective criteria for where to spend our precious time and energy, the disciplined pursuit of less empowers us to reclaim control of our own choices, instead of giving others the implicit permission to choose for us.

Essentialism is not one more thing to do. It’s a whole new way of doing less, but better, in every area of our lives. Join the millions of people who have used Essentialism to change their outlook on the world.

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Each chapter covers a very important aspect, and I feel I need to listen to the book again and again to master the hints to remember how each and every hint can make such big changes to one's life.

Should be listened to several times

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It's rare that an author does such a good job of reading their own work. This was a very enjoyable listen and I expect will hold up to repeat listens. The message is timely and useful for everyone and anyone: in an age when our attention is taken up with the constant noise of social media and our smart phones' message alerts, it is imperative to get clear on what's important. This book will help you focus, not only in your career but also in your personal life, on what's essential so that you can stop wasting your time and energy on the unimportant.

Required Reading for Aspiring Minimalists

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This book has so many good advice an quotes. Just read it I’m sure you will learn something very useful for you

Just read it

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When the last chapter was over, I was so sad! I wanted to hear more about the subject which is clearly a passion for the author! Definitely part of my two most favourite books! It goes right to the core and provides clear indications for how to live and lead with a clear sense of purpose. Anyone passionnate about minimalism and simplicity should read this book. Plus, I love books read by the author itself and this books makes no exception. Cannot wait to listen to it again! 10 stars!

Extraordinary!!!

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One of the best books I've listened to in a while. Worth listening to it a second time to better integrate its teachings.

Very inspiring and insightful.

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