Simple Matters: Living with Less and Ending Up with More

by Erin Boyle

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In this thoughtful exploration of intentional living, Erin Boyle invites readers to reconsider their relationship with possessions and discover the freedom that comes from embracing simplicity. Drawing from her own transformative journey toward minimalism, Boyle shares practical guidance and personal insights on how to declutter, organize, and thrive in small spaces without sacrificing comfort or joy. The book challenges the cultural narrative of accumulation, revealing how living with less can actually lead to having more—more time, more clarity, and more meaningful experiences. With a focus on sustainability and mindfulness, Simple Matters demonstrates that purposeful living benefits not only our personal well-being but also our environment. This is an essential read for anyone seeking to break free from consumer culture and create a life aligned with their true values.

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paperback

Abrams, Inc.

Published Jan 1, 2016

265 pages

ISBN: 9781613128824

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@imsophiedaviesMar 4, 2026

I would recommend this to anyone interested in learning more about <a href="http://www.theprivatelifeofagirl.com/search/label/minimal%20living">minimal living</a>; it's a gentle introduction with personal essays and helpful advice on how to live simply. Erin Boyle writes the blog <a href="http://readingmytealeaves.com" target="new"><i>Reading My Tea Leaves</i></a> and is a true inspiration for "making do with less and ending up with more." <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/24886312-simple-matters" target="new"><i>Simple Matters</i></a> provides guidance and personal insights into small-space living and conscious consumption; it's about living with purposeful in a more sustainable way, for our environment but also for our own happiness and well-being. A wonderfully calming read that will aid you in living a meaningful, contented life.

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First Published

2016

Language

eng

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