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A 7-Day Marie Kondo for Your Brain, Schedule & Sanity

Your life feels cluttered, chaotic, and overwhelming. This 7-day journey is a Marie Kondo for your entire existence. We'll give you the philosophy and the tools to eliminate the non-essential, so you can find peace and focus in a noisy world.

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Essentialism

by Greg McKeown

Day 1 is the core philosophy. This book is the starting point because it introduces 'the disciplined pursuit of less.' It gives you the powerful mental framework for distinguishing what is truly essential from all the trivial noise.

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Getting Things Done

by David Allen

After embracing the Essentialism mindset yesterday, this book gives you the system to clear your mental clutter. It's a practical guide to getting all the 'stuff' out of your head and into a trusted system, which is the first step to a simpler mind.

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The Art of Thinking Clearly

by Rolf Dobelli

Now that you've decluttered your tasks, let's declutter your thoughts. This book is a catalogue of common cognitive biases and mental errors. Eliminating these flawed thought patterns is a crucial step towards a simpler, more rational mind.

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The Art of Frugal Hedonism: A Guide to Spending Less and Enjoying Everything More

by Annie Raser-Rowland and Adam Grubb

With a clearer mind from yesterday's lesson, we now tackle your material life. This book is a joyful guide to simplifying your relationship with 'stuff.' It teaches you that spending less and owning less can actually lead to more happiness.

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Atomic Habits

by James Clear

Simplifying your life isn't a one-time event; it requires simple habits. Building on your new frugal mindset, this book gives you the system to build small, effortless routines that maintain a simplified life automatically.

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Nonviolent Communication: A Language of Life

by Marshall B. Rosenberg

After simplifying your habits, let's simplify your relationships. This book provides a beautifully simple framework for communication that cuts through blame and drama. It’s how you simplify your interactions and create more honest connections.

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Four Thousand Weeks: Time Management for Mortals

by Oliver Burkeman

For our finale, we simplify the biggest thing of all: your relationship with time. After a week of tactical simplification, this book offers the ultimate strategic simplification: accept your limits, embrace your finitude, and choose a few things that truly matter.

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