All You Need is Less: MINIMALIST LIVING FOR MAXIMUM HAPPINESS

by Vicki Vrint

We live such busy lives, rushing from one thing to the next, that we barely give ourselves time to catch our breath. But what would happen if we aimed for less?

This little book, filled with practical tips and ideas, covers a range of topics that could lead to a simpler way of life, including how

· Stress less

· Reduce screen time

· Minimize clutter

· Shop sustainably

· Make the most of your 'me' time

By choosing a lifestyle that is less busy, less cluttered and less stressful, you will instantly feel healthier and happier.

Genres: Nonfiction, Self Help, Sustainability

160 pages, Hardcover

First published February 14, 2019

Reviews

[Siqahiqa · Rating 3 out of 5]

There are many things in life that we want more; more time, more money, etc. This book suggests the concept of less in every area of our lives and contains lots of useful tips. But maybe, I found the tips are repetitive as I’ve read them before on other resources.

Overall, this book is just okay for me. Extra point because it is a hardcover and in a small size.

[Am Y · Rating 3 out of 5]

An average book. Concise and to the point, with lots of generalist advice and many quotes. Wouldn't say it provides any groundbreaking knowledge/info at all, but it will uplift you if you're in need of a quick pick-me-up.

[Raquel Silva · Rating 4 out of 5]

simples e inspirador. Uma edição muito bonita e cuidada.

[Yasha Anand · Rating 5 out of 5]

A good book to pick up when you're starting to reassess life and learn how to live in a simpler way. Pocket sized so it made easy for me to bring it along anywhere I went. Written in an easy to understand manner. Totally recommended!

[I G · Rating 1 out of 5]

For someone already knowing a bit about slow life and minimalism, this book has very little to offer. The non-sensical use of ‘motivational’ quotes was embarrassing at times: really, quoting Anne Frank to motivate people to go outside more? Ridiculous, if not simply stupid...

[Greta Vasiulyte · Rating 1 out of 5]

I imagine “influencers” “reading” this childish picture album with one sentence in the middle of each page and calling it a book.

I dont even know what it is. Its just a pile of printed Pinterest posts with a hard cover on it.

[Emily Davis · Rating 2 out of 5]

Nothing revolutionary

[Elena · Rating 5 out of 5]

A great small book with beneficial advices for a simplified life and little reminders of things we often tend to forget. :)

[Gnoe Graasland · Rating 3 out of 5]

Wel aardig maar niet veel nieuws voor mij. Wel een aantal goede reminders zoals "maak tijd voor je dierbaren" en om niet te blijven piekeren maar actie te ondernemen of los te laten. O ja. Maar zeggen dat je thuis een hiit workout kunt doen met star jumps en squats helpt me niet want wat is dat en hoe moet dat? Oeps, daar zijn de fail-feelings weer.. ;-)

[Marta Araújo · Rating 5 out of 5]

Ensinamentos simples mas que se forem de facto postos em prática simplificam e descomplicam a nossa vida 🙏

[Jonas H · Rating 1 out of 5]

Yeah, not for me. A quick read, but I've heard it all before, and some of the advice is a bit shit. Was hoping for more concrete tips on tidying, but then again, the book was in the self-help area of the library.

(I read the Norwegian translation, but looks like I can't add books in the app, so tjat'll have to wait until I'm by my PC again.)

[Ana Cristóvão · Rating 5 out of 5]

Simples de ler.
Faz-nos relembrar de coisas que já sabemos, mas não pomos em prática.
Tem mesmo um efeito calmante e motivador.

[Machteld Bosmans · Rating 3 out of 5]

Ik zou dit boek zelf hebben kunnen schrijven. Zo goed als alles wat erin staat doe ik al.

[عبدالمنعم الهوسه · Rating 3 out of 5]

كتاب لطيف وماشابه متنوعة يبحث شأن التخفف والتزهد بالطريقة الغربية، يركز على التقليل بهدف التركيز والتقليل من الضغوط والفوضى وتحسين نمط الحياة لتكون افضل

تناوله للمواضيع أعجبني

[Anna · Rating 4 out of 5]

A literal Bible for health and happiness.


To keep this short: all you need is less.

Less of what you ask?


Nearly everything.

[Aditi Ojha · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is like a friendly guide to living a simpler, happier life. Vrint talks about how having fewer things can actually make us feel richer in life. She shares stories and tips to help us declutter our homes and minds, and find more joy in the little things. . With insightful anecdotes, actionable tips, and a gentle, encouraging tone, Vrint invites readers to reassess their relationship with material possessions, consumerism, and busyness. The book offers a roadmap to minimalism that is both accessible and inspiring, making it a must-read for anyone seeking a more intentional and fulfilling way of living.
The book is easy to understand and full of practical advice. Whether you're curious about minimalism or already in it, this book is worth reading. It might just change the way you look at stuff and help you focus on what truly matters.

The best thoughts that I collected from the books are :

🍀Simplicity isn't about deprivation; it's about liberation.
🍀The things we own can end up owning us.
🍀Less stuff, more life.
🍀Happiness isn't found in possessions; it's found in experiences and connections.
🍀When we let go of the unnecessary, we make room for what truly matters.
🍀The true measure of wealth is not in what we own, but in what we value.
🍀Simplify your life, and you'll find more space for joy.
🍀Live with intention, not excess.
🍀Our worth is not defined by our possessions, but by the love we give and receive.
🍀Embrace the freedom of living with less, and you'll discover a wealth of happiness.

[Najia Al Umri (najiainwonderland) · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is so pretty and a comfort to my eyes. I underestimated this book because usually, every time I read a small pretty and colorful book, it only contains quotes or poems that I don't understand, but this book is so much more than that. It is a compact and meaningful guide to minimalism, showing us how to get more time and energy by being more efficient in every aspect of our lives such as things we've been keeping, energy, time, money, emotion, what to think, what to response, etc.

I'm definitely gonna read this again. My favorite quote is that "Our life is frittered away by detail. SIMPLIFY. SIMPLIFY - Henry David Thoreau."

[Sinniati · Rating 2 out of 5]

Although the visuals of this book are quite appealing, I found the overall message to be rather shallow — I was expecting more depth and originality. Many of the tips felt generic, the kind you could easily find on YouTube or lifestyle websites.

It would have been more impactful if the book focused more deeply on meaningful aspects of decluttering — whether physical, emotional, or mental — instead of presenting scattered tips that sometimes felt forced to fit the theme.

I also noticed that many of the images seemed to be copied from the internet rather than being original creations, which made the book feel less thoughtful and unique.

[Lotte Geerens · Rating 1 out of 5]

I’m glad I borrowed this book from the library instead of buying it. I flipped through it in about half an hour and didn’t feel like I gained anything from it. The content is very general and jumps from one topic to another without any real depth.
Some of the advice felt odd — for example, “lie down in the grass and look at the sky.” That’s not really what I associate with minimalism. Based on the title, cover, and back blurb, I was expecting something quite different — maybe more practical guidance on living simply, consuming less, or being more intentional.
For anyone already interested in minimalism, this book doesn’t add much value.

[Elisabeth · Rating 5 out of 5]

This physically little book is a huge compilation of one of two page reminders re lightening and destressing ... I started reading one daily, then after a week reading realised that even tho we are living simply in a 550 sq ft cabin in Appalachia, having left big city living behind, much of what is being said, applies. As a result, I am marking this as valuable and we have decided to start the book over, read one idea per day and genuinely examine/consider it and ourselves. This pandemic has given us the chance to take the time.

[Veronica · Rating 4 out of 5]

A cute quick book of putting your life in perspective. This is a pocket size light read. Not as detailed as say “Marie kondo” or “ikigai”, but a small cute book to take along to putting your stress and consumerism in check. I will say that it was overpriced, but I’ll keep it cause of how portable it is.

[Biv · Rating 2 out of 5]

A very simple and straightforward reminder to revaluate how you're spending your time, energy, and money. Didn't teach me anything new and much of it was common sense, but there were enough moments that (positively) reminded me of therapy that I think it's worth a the hour or two it takes to read for those interested in the subject. As I said, it's more of a reminder than anything substantial.

[Nancy Chiok · Rating 4 out of 5]

A short book packed with all the healthy stuff for us to enjoy the beautiful earth longer.

Take time to appreciate the world and love yourself more with this book.

You also get heaps of tips to save money, keep ourselves healthy, as well as spending time with nature and keeping ourselves less stressful.

It took me over a hour to finish it

[David · Rating 4 out of 5]

Simple

This is a simple book and perhaps it should be ( less is more, after all).
I didn’t find much that I hadn’t already come across.
There are many pages with very little on, perhaps a quote or succinct idea. I suppose this gives more impact for the time spent reading.
It isn’t a long book and I read it in under an hour.

[Tamara Feddema · Rating 3 out of 5]

I would have found this a super useful guide if I had been 20-ish but I am 49 and by now I have found out about most (helpful) tips.

Didn’t know interval movement (e.g. 10 squats per hour vs a 30-minute walk) had more of an impact weight- and healthwise than one long work-out per day. So, there's that! 🙂

[Kathy · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great little book that you can sit and read through in one sitting or pick sound bites that you might just want to implement! I can see myself going back and refreshing on an idea once one becomes a habit.

[Mia]

A bit cringy at times but really nice. I liked that the author didn't focus on decluttering, as most minimalist books do. The book is instead about making a life for yourself in which you feel good, happy and content.

[Shermin · Rating 3 out of 5]

Easy to speed through. Not my first book around minimalist concept, but this is more a soft introduction into it rather than full fledged step by step guide to reach maximum happiness. An okay book but not the best out there. Can give it a miss.

[Jasmine Alexandraki · Rating 1 out of 5]

Αν κυκλοφορούσε πριν από 10-20 χρόνια ίσως να ήταν πρωτότυπο και επιμορφωτικό. Αλλά στο σήμερα είναι πολύ παρωχημένο, απλοϊκό και δεν λέει τίποτα που να μην ξέρουμε ήδη. Ωστόσο είναι ένα όμορφο και περιποιημένο βιβλίο όσον αφορά την εικονογράφηση.

[Suresh Kumar · Rating 3 out of 5]

Overall nice little book with lot of useful tips on how to declutter across the various aspects of life. However, messages were kind of repetitive / interlinked due to each chapter written by different writer.