“The art of minimalism” by Olivia Telford

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The author 🖋

Olivia Telford is a Canadian author and a minimalist lifestyle advocate known for her work in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT).

She’s written several books that help people live simpler, happier lives by focusing on what's really important.

Key takeaways 🎓

1. Declutter for clarity

A tidy space makes it easier for us to focus.

Telford emphasizes the importance of removing unnecessary items from our physical space to create mental clarity.

Based on the author's research, getting rid of stuff we don't need simply helps us feel calmer and think better.

2. Make more time for fun

We should prioritize tasks and commitments that bring value to our life.

Instead of trying to please everyone, let go of unnecessary obligations.

This automatically reduces stress and makes us more energized to do what we enjoy doing (and do it better).

3. Simple living = happy living

A minimalist lifestyle usually leads to less stress. 

Less stress usually leads to more happiness.

Ultimately, simplifying our life is just a tool that allows us to spend less time on things that don’t matter and more time on the things that do matter to us.

Closing thoughts 🧠

The book is a great guide for anyone looking to simplify their life, reduce stress and find greater fulfillment through the principles of minimalism.

Telford shares practical strategies for implementing minimalist ideas into our daily routine to increase productivity and mental clarity.

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