Living the Simple Life [Abridged, Audiobook] [Audio Cassette]

Elaine St. James (Author, Reader)

Book Description

Publication Date: May 1, 1996

Simplifying is not necessarily about getting rid of everything we've worked so hard for. It's about making wise choices. It's about recognizing that trying to have it all has gotten in the way of enjoying the things that truly do add to our happiness and well-being. It's about deciding what's important to us, and gracefully letting go of the things that aren't.

If,you've thought about simplifying your life, but don't know where to begin, Living the Simple Life is the blueprint you need. Simplicity expert Elaine St. James explains how to make simplifying a painless process whether you're just beginning to scale down or whether you think your life couldn't get any simpler. She explains the philosophy behind simplifying and the mindset you need to achieve it in both your outer and inner lives. You'll discover how simplifying your life will give you more time to play and to relax, make you more productive at work, unleash your creativity and open up new possibilities, and free up time for you to face the challenges you've been avoiding.

Living the Simple Life will help you to find out what really matters to you, and eliminate the "stuff" cluttering up your life. And Elaine St. James will challenge you to change your consumer habits, learn to say no, simplify your personal and household routines, and cope with lifestyle and parenting. issues to help you on your journey to a more balanced, peaceful life.

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Simplifying is not necessarily about getting rid of everything we've worked so hard for. It's about making wise choices. It's about recognizing that trying to have it all has gotten in the way of enjoying the things that truly do add to our happiness and well-being. It's about deciding what's important to us, and gracefully letting go of the things that aren't.

If,you've thought about simplifying your life, but don't know where to begin, Living the Simple Life is the blueprint you need. Simplicity expert Elaine St. James explains how to make simplifying a painless process whether you're just beginning to scale down or whether you think your life couldn't get any simpler. She explains the philosophy behind simplifying and the mindset you need to achieve it in both your outer and inner lives. You'll discover how simplifying your life will give you more time to play and to relax, make you more productive at work, unleash your creativity and open up new possibilities, and free up time for you to face the challenges you've been avoiding.

Living the Simple Life will help you to find out what really matters to you, and eliminate the "stuff" cluttering up your life. And Elaine St. James will challenge you to change your consumer habits, learn to say no, simplify your personal and household routines, and cope with lifestyle and parenting. issues to help you on your journey to a more balanced, peaceful life.

About the Author

Elaine St. James is a former real estate businesswoman now consultant, who takes the scenic route and spends her spare time watching sunsets. She is the author of three previous books including the national bestsellers Simplify Your Life and Inner Simplicity. She and her husband, writer Tony Gibbs, live a quiet, simple life in Barbara, California.

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Product Details

• Audio Cassette
• Publisher: Random House Audio (May 1, 1996)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0553477102
• ISBN-13: 978-0553477108
• Product Dimensions: 6.9 x 4.4 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.4 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #6,843,374 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Good Advice, March 4, 1998

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This review is from: Living the Simple Life (Audio Cassette)

This was a good read. I finished it in 2 hours, although I did skip some sections. The ones that I felt did not pertain to me. I'm 24 and moving out of my parents house for the first time, so this book was a valuable read for me. I intend to take many of the suggestions with me into my new life. One of the best pieces of advice in the book is the 30-day rule. If you feel the need to purchase something now, do not. Write it down, and wait. Tack the paper on your wall for 30 days or two weeks or whatever time you feel is appropriate. After the time has passed, look at the paper. If you still want the item, consider purchasing. If you've forgotten why you ever considered it, do not. The book is filled with more good advice. Read it, and pass the book on to you friends.

5.0 out of 5 stars The Most useful time I have spent in years!!!, March 10, 1998

By A Customer

This review is from: Living the Simple Life (Audio Cassette)

If we would all be able to follow these guidelines our lives would definitely be better than before. Her suggestions are simple and logical, just reading the book takes stress out of your life. I especially liked the part about dumping the Holidays!