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The Year of Less
- How I Stopped Shopping, Gave Away My Belongings, and Discovered Life Is Worth More Than Anything You Can Buy in a Store
- Narrated by: Cait Flanders
- Length: 5 hrs and 33 mins
- Unabridged Audiobook
- Release date: 2018-01-16
- Language: English
- Publisher: Tantor Audio
Regular price: CDN$ 32.92
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Publisher's Summary
In her late 20s, Cait Flanders found herself stuck in the consumerism cycle that grips so many of us: earn more, buy more, want more, rinse, repeat. Even after she worked her way out of nearly $30,000 of consumer debt, her old habits took hold again. When she realized that nothing she was doing or buying was making her happy - only keeping her from meeting her goals - she decided to set herself a challenge: she would not shop for an entire year.
The Year of Less documents Cait's life for 12 months during which she bought only consumables: groceries, toiletries, gas for her car. Along the way, she challenged herself to consume less of many other things besides shopping. She decluttered her apartment and got rid of 70 percent of her belongings; learned how to fix things rather than throw them away; researched the zero-waste movement; and completed a television ban.
At every stage, she learned that the less she consumed, the more fulfilled she felt. Blending Cait's compelling story with inspiring insight and practical guidance, The Year of Less will leave you questioning what you're holding on to in your own life - and, quite possibly, lead you to find your own path of less.
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- Kimberly A. Roach
- 2018-06-27
So very inspiring
This book has literally stopped my habitual shopping in it’s tracks. Starting to mindfully make only necessary purchases and really ask those important questions when it comes to holding on to things.
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- Alissa A.
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Beautiful
This book is truly beautiful. An entire year narrated by the author of her experiences of living with less truly impacted my life and encouraged me and showed me that it is possible for me to do the same. Cait really sets the bar at an achievable level by not only helping you set goals but by also providing the transparency of how challenging living with less can actually be in a world where we are told to have so much. An absolute pleasure to read.
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- Brandon
- 2018-09-21
Great listen!
I love how she challenges you to think outside the box and intimately shares her journey of what it’s like to build self control in your life that will ultimately change it for the better. #Audible1
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- Lynno
- 2018-09-21
AMAZING
really enjoyed this book!! It really opens your eyes on bad habits we all have.
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- Anonymous User
- 2018-09-20
Loved the Canadian contents :)
This title was on sale a while back, so I bought it, and I was pleasantly surprised that the author is from Victoria, BC, and lived in Port Moody, BC...possibly in the same high rise I now live in (there are not that many high rises in Port Moody)! The book reads like a biography, and I love that the author shared some of her weakest moments, which are very relatable...I wish I could read about what is in store for her future! The idea of living on less stuff is also one that should be more widespread in today's world...by no means is it an original idea, but koodos to the author for trying it! Overall, pretty nice and light read... I give this a 4/5 from me :)
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- Anonymous User
- 2018-09-20
did not get anything valuable
was expecting more... not really anything actionable coming out of the book. the story was also not interesting. would not recommend this book #Audible1
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- Danielle W.
- 2018-09-20
Best book on audible!
Coat is completely relatable each time I listen I decluttering more and set a budget! Super inspiring book! #Audible1
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- VampireChick19
- 2018-09-19
A MUST listen - seriously
If you have ever struggled with debt. If money burns holes in your pockets, if you constantly want, want, want, this book will HELP you.
Cait keeps it real in a way that everyone can comprehend.
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- Tracey L Wilson
- 2018-09-19
More of a story
I would say this book is more of a story of the authors life and struggles becoming an adult rather than a guide about how to live a year with less. But overall an ok listen. #Audible1
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- Ana F.
- 2018-09-19
A real and honest book on changing habits
In her book, Cait talks about the different trial-and-error moments she went through until she got to a good spot in her life. These kind of books often neglect the raw essence of changing habits: it's hard! It's not something that you describe in a paragraph and move on. There are gains and losses with each achievement and she describes her experience very well. It's not an I-have-the-answer book, but a way of her to share the experience. I had a couple of insights while listening to it that I want to apply to my life.
The narration is also really good but I guess it reflects the fact that she really went through all that and it worked for her.
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- Kate Terrell
- 2018-06-23
Twenty-something coming of age
While I initially dove into this book with the hopes of being inspired to declutter, shop less, and simplify life all together, I soon realized this was actually a memoir of reflection and discovering how to become an adult. The author Cait has a special place in my heart now, as she put into words the challenges and blind spots living in your twenties throws at you. Being a mother and 15 years her senior, I couldn’t help but be reminded of the self-consuming thoughts and focus one has at that age. So while this book may not offer resounding help for an older adult with a family (with lots of shopping needs) I know it will help me think more about saving money and rethink some absent-minded shopping habits. This would be a good read for someone setting out on their own life so they can learn how to budget and think about their (retirement) future. She made a good point: that decluttering actually helps you learn more about who you are with the decisions you make of what to keep, and also what items you buy deliberately to last. Lastly, this story can help us remember to have more empathy for others, that some people put on a good face, but may actually suffer from depression or loneliness.
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- Susan Varga
- 2018-06-09
Trite message with horrendous Narration
If anyone had any sense, they would have stopped her within the first five minutes and gotten pretty much anyone else to read this book. This was the author?! The way she was reading this sounded like she didn't care about anything she was saying, which was painful to listen to and impossible to care about as a reader. What a horrible waste of a credit. I bet the book itself would have been more compelling because the message is a valid one but the tone of the writing along with the abysmal quality of the audio narration makes me want to steer clear.
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- Theglor
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I could not put this down
Would you listen to The Year of Less again? Why?
I loved this book. It was not what I expected it was a such a good story one we can all learn from. I loved the honesty it was refreshing. I felt so proud of this young lady and I am so happy she wrote this book.
What was one of the most memorable moments of The Year of Less?
Her honesty made me feel bot sad at times at at other times happy for her.
Which scene was your favorite?
My favorite scene was when she Tod the story of how she morned her parents divorce. It really helped me look at letting go in a different way.
Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?
The part that moved me was what an amazing best friend she had and what she would do for her.
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- Chloe
- 2018-01-26
A Personal Story, Not A Self Hell Book
I really wanted to like this, I really did. I can relate to being a young adult looking for fulfillment in having less, but this novel was JUST the author recounting her life. At least it was 1 hour in. So already, 1/5 of the book is the author talking about her life. I understand a certain level, being that this is autobiographical, but I really didn’t see how this much was necessary. So if you are looking for tips/guidance to living a minimalistic life, you won’t find it here unless you grind through the authors blog-style-writing.
The narration by the author is serviceable, but not THAT good either. I found myself not minding after awhile though.
18 of 20 people found this review helpful
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Overall2 out of 5 stars
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- StylishGal
- 2018-02-07
Finished it
What could have made this a 4 or 5-star listening experience for you?
Spoiler alert!
The premise is great; however, I could have done without the family drama details. I was looking for more of a motivational story and tips for decluttering & stopping impulse shopping. I listened to this story and finally had to increase the speed because the narrator's voice was grating.
Would you be willing to try another book from Cait Flanders? Why or why not?
Not really
If you could play editor, what scene or scenes would you have cut from The Year of Less?
The details regarding her mother & step-father's divorce and her reaction to it.
30 of 34 people found this review helpful
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Overall2 out of 5 stars
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- Lindsay in California
- 2018-07-12
Wish the author's personality shown through more
I liked the theme but wish the author's personality showed through more in her narration. I recommend finding her "author talk" about the book at Google and watching that video instead.
After a few chapters in, I started listening to just the first 3 minutes and the last 3 minutes of each chapter. I didn't understand how the personal stories, which made up the bulk of each chapter, related to the theme of the book.
I also found the writing style to be repetitive. The author literally said the same sentences 2-3 times throughout each chapter. Perhaps the style makes sense in a blog format, but it didn't work for me in this book.
I will be "spending less" by returning this and getting my money back. If you're looking for something in this vein I recommend "Frugalwoods" instead of this, or checking out the author's blog.
9 of 11 people found this review helpful
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Overall4 out of 5 stars
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- Empress Karen
- 2018-07-27
Your Epiphany
Great Daily Deal $1.95
This is about you, if you need a good therapy session for the price of the daily deal.
If you need a list of how to, then this may not do the trick. See Goodbye Things, author Fumio Sasaki which changed my life from a daily deal.
I do use the 1.25x speed to match the author’s intent. No,author is not an Audible narrator, but in the intro she tells you she is a person who can be or was out of control. BUT she is committed to making big changes in her life e.g. losing 30 lbs in 1 yr, getting rid of $30k debts in 2 yrs.
This book is about affirmations for you via a lady who was out of control, took action, but more importantly she wrote it down on a blog, hence the overflow notes are the results of this book.
If you are a recovering shop-aholic as I am, and need a boost to get back on tract of spending less, then this book is for you.
Spending should be considered a treatable disease, just like Alcoholism. If you are frustrated, and want a quick fix, think of AA steps because very few self help books nail it in one, just don’t give up.
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2 of 2 people found this review helpful
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- elizabeth chavez
- 2018-07-13
great life lessons, financial advice & motivation
I really loved this book, so much heart and great wisdom from this writer. I hope to read more from her soon.
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Overall5 out of 5 stars
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- Cara Burns
- 2018-03-06
So so so insightful!
This book is the perfect read for anyone who just made a purchase they regret or who ever made a purchase they regretted. It gives a fantastic outline to follow for anyone who wants to make more mindful decisions about consumerism. Thanks Cait!
2 of 2 people found this review helpful