Books for prospective minimalists

If you’re on the road to becoming a minimalist, remember that you are not alone in the journey. Minimalism is not only about being less materialistic, it is also a mindset and a lifestyle that can be overwhelming to think about when you’re starting out. But fret not, there are experienced minimalists to help out with the different aspects of the process, one book at a time.

The Life-changing Magic of Tidying Up by Marie Kondo

Marie Kondo teaches her KonMari method to declutter your rooms and sort items into effective categories for a more calming way of life. She popularised her minimalistic method with the question, “does it spark joy?”

The More of Less by Joshua Becker

Joshua Becker consolidates the ‘why’ behind a minimalist lifestyle, which would provide the right mindset to sustain habits that go beyond decluttering your room. His book inspires readers to find joy in simplicity.

Digital Minimalism by Cal Newport

Cal Newport focuses on incorporating mindfulness in our use of technology, being intentional with the time away from our devices and resisting the compulsion to reach out for our phones. The world is much more to the eye than our screens.

Essentialism by Greg McKeown

Greg McKeown looks at the tough decisions of choosing what is essential and doing the right things with the limited time you have. It is about being honest about yourself about your needs, not making excuses, and simply pursuing less.

The Joy of Missing Out by Tonya Dalton

Tonya Dalton explores the common feeling of wanting to experience everything that we struggle to find time for our priorities. She focuses on finding clarity in our aims in life and being more productive by doing less, providing relatable examples to draw from.