Secrets Of Simplicity - Learn To Live Better With Less [Paperback]

Mary Carlomagno (Author)

Product Details

• Paperback
• Publisher: Chronicle Books; First Edition edition (2008)
• ASIN: B002DYHI0G
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (20 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,754,118 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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36 of 37 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars I am in love with this book, December 18, 2008

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S. Spitzer "Book lover" (Australia) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Secrets of Simplicity (Spiral-bound)

I am so thankful to Mary for writing this book.

I knew that sooner or later, someone would write a book that was in a lifetime that I could connect with. I am working my way slowly through this workbook, as I love it and I just dont want it to end.

I am a huge fan of simplicity and want to lead a simple and elegant life. However, I need to combine that with working part time, having two young children and living in the city (of Sydney). I dont want to give up my love of clothes and my city passions, but I do want to live simply. Thereby giving myself and my family breathing room and room for spontonaiety.

This book combined with Coveys First Things First, really helps me to live my life according to the values I hold dear. When I do that, I am filled with happiness and joy (really!!!).

The book has a lovely elegant cover and inside is spiral bound, making reading anywhere and anytime easy.

Mary is honest and since reading it I have learnt a few things about myself.

This book is magic, its not a program. More she gently asks you to look at various things in your life. As I have realised, we all lead different lives and have our own values, so instead of her telling us ... she gently leads us. Big difference.

I LOVE this book and will hold it dear for a very long time.

Thank you Mary.

17 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Just to get you started on the simplicity bandwagon..., July 12, 2009

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Kathy Palla - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Secrets of Simplicity (Spiral-bound)

I was rather disappointed with this although I can see that perhaps it would help someone totally new to this concept. I kinda think this is for the newbie novice when it comes to living and thinking simpler whether it be in how you shop, how you keep your house, how you spend money...I am years into the 'journey' of learning to live a healthier, more fulfilling life but this book would be a great beginning place if you don't know where to start or what questions to ask yourself to find out what you really want out of life...as for me, I'll be selling my copy...cheap. Ü

14 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A perfect book for our times..., March 2, 2009

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A. Whitney (Silicon Valley, CA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Secrets of Simplicity (Spiral-bound)

I have 2 jobs, one of which I work out of my home and the melding of personal and work space has created havoc in my house. This book is a wonderful guide on how to simplify my life. I envy folks who have clear, simple homes and workspaces and this book gives me the inspiration and the focus to remove all the useless clutter that is taking up my time, space, and mental energy.
In our world where the economy is forcing us to re-examine our preoccupation with material over the immaterial, and the state of our environment which has been damaged by our selfishness needs us to think globally rather than singularly, this book can make a huge difference. It's not about going without, it's about changing priorities and going with that which will truly make us happy. The guide isn't preachy or guilt-inducing, just logical and supportive. Highly recommended.