THE MORE OF LESS

Simple-living is in. Clutter and an abundance of possessions is out! Joshua Becker, a popular minimalist blogger upends conventional notions on possessions, work, and success while delivering a practical plan for a more satisfying life.

In a society consumed by consumption and stressed about finances, millions are realizing that more "stuff" won't necessarily bring more happiness. Material pursuits, in fact, almost always prevent us from making room for what does. That's why minimalism suggests a radical about face.

The author defines minimalism as "the intentional promotion of everything we most value and the removal of anything that distracts us from it." His book provides a deeply considered manifest for a life-giving alternative: Less is more. Contentment is possible. Generosity enriches. Genuine abundance is not found in wealth.

The principles Joshua Becker presents are not only practical and timely, they're biblical. For many, even very religious people, Jesus's clear words on money and possessions are ignored or rationalized away. Through stories, interviews, helpful analysis, humor and practical help, this bravely countercultural book articulates a sensible, entirely doable approach to possessions, time, work, relationships, and shopping. In particular, it offers hope for those who feel oppressed by worry, stress and discontent, tyrannized by cultural expectations, and exhausted by "racing just to stay in place."

Joshua Becker is a former pastor and is the founder and editor of Becoming Minimalist, a website dedicated to inspiring others to find more life by owning less. The website welcomes over 400,000 regular readers each month and has inspired millions around the world to consider the practical benefits of owning fewer possessions and given them the practical help to get started. Joshua's writing has led to speaking opportunities all across America and media appearances in the Wall Street Journal, Huffington Post Live, and the CBS Evening News.