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  • Simplify

  • A QuickStart Guide to Minimalist Living for Families
  • By: Ann Dawson
  • Narrated by: C. M. Snyder
  • Length: 1 hr and 9 mins
  • 5.0 out of 5 stars (19 ratings)

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Is your home filled with clutter, and your days packed with activities leaving you stressed? Discover how minimalism can redefine your family’s life!

In a world where consumerism and materialism dominate, many families feel overwhelmed by possessions and packed schedules, struggling to find peace and quality time together.

"Simplify: A Quick Start Guide to Minimalist Living for Families" provides a clear, practical roadmap to decluttering your home and life, enabling more joy, deeper connections, and a calmer family environment.

Authored by Ann Dawson, who has successfully navigated the minimalist journey with her own family, this book offers personal insights and proven strategies that go beyond typical decluttering advice. Ann’s approach integrates mindfulness and practicality, making minimalism achievable for families with children of any age.

Inside this book, you will discover:

  • The fundamental principles of minimalism and how they can transform family life.
  • Strategies for reducing stress and enhancing relationships through minimalist living.
  • Practical tips for decluttering and organizing your home to maintain a lasting, minimalist space.
  • Guidance on minimalist parenting, promoting creativity, and fostering independence in children.
  • Techniques for resisting consumer pressures and maintaining minimalist values in a materialistic society.

Written by Ann Dawson, a seasoned author with years of experience in both corporate environments and entrepreneurial ventures. Her journey through extensive travel and living minimally with her own family brings authenticity and tested solutions to the challenges presented in the book.

Are you ready to transform your family’s life by embracing simplicity? Download "Simplify" today and step into a lighter, more meaningful existence. Uncover the joy of living less cluttered and more connected.

©2024 Ann Dawson (P)2024 Ann Dawson

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This book is a powerful tool that provides practical strategies to help you simplify your life and reduce stress. Written by Ann Dawson, this insightful guide blends practical wisdom with mindful living, empowering families to foster their children's self-reliance and imaginative abilities.

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FAMILY MINIMALISM MADE EASY

This audiobook is perfect for families wanting to embrace minimalism without the overwhelm. It offers practical tips and quick strategies to declutter and simplify life, making the process feel totally manageable. I loved the straightforward advice and real-life examples that are so relatable. The narrator’s friendly tone kept it engaging and easy to follow. It feels like getting advice from a friend who’s been there and done it. If you’re looking to bring more peace and order into your home, this is a great listen!

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YES! I can do this!

I need to simplify! I spend my summers in a very small camp – a tiny home really, but it was built way before tiny homes were a thing. Believe me, it doesn’t take much to clutter a small space… Anyway, I’m working on it.

This audiobook gives clear advice on how to declutter both my house and my life. I did not expect that but the life part is so valuable to me that I just had to share.

The author gives us her personal experiences on how to blend mindfulness with practicality to make simplification doable. It covers organizing and tips for resisting consumer pressures.

I highly recommend this audio if you want a simpler home and lifestyle.

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Transformative!

This audiobook is a transformative guide for families overwhelmed by too many possessions and busy schedules. It offers practical advice and personal insights, helping you simplify your life and create a peaceful home environment. Covering everything from decluttering and organizing to minimalist parenting and resisting consumer pressures, it provides the tools you need to reduce stress and foster deeper family connections.

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Love This!!!

Families who are feeling overburdened by belongings and hectic schedules will find this audiobook to be very helpful as it provides a clear route to a happier, more connected, and tranquil life. Families can experience the advantages of living with less and concentrating on what really matters by incorporating minimalist principles into their daily lives. Highly Recommended as a useful tool for families wishing to adopt a minimalist lifestyle and enhance their standard of living.

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Best Starter Book on a Simple Home & Life!

As my kids are older and my wife and I are looking to migrate our home from the "loving mess" of raising three boys. This book was a blessing! Simple and practical steps (with worksheets!) coupled with essential mindset changes that are needed for it to stick long term are an amazing way to get started making big changes in your life. Living a simpler life is a path to greater happiness and fulfillment! I highly recommend this listen!

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Declutter and Stress Free

I just finished listening to Simplify. This book is about living clutter-free and stress-free. It has practical tips and strategies that are easy to implement, making the journey to minimalism enjoyable for the entire family. The approach is practical and simple. The author provides a step-by-step approach to getting organized and uses real-life examples. My favorite is how to declutter your home and start living with less. I highly recommend this book and look forward to using these strategies in my home.

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This is a FANTASTIC book!

Discover the joy of less with "A QuickStart Guide to Minimalist Living for Families." This essential handbook by Ann Dawson is your step-by-step guide to transforming your family’s life through the power of minimalism. I found it extremely well-written and helpful! I Recommend it Highly!!!

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Minimalism Made Easy for Families

"Simplify: A QuickStart Guide to Minimalist Living for Families" is an absolute gem for anyone looking to declutter their home and lives. As a parent, I found the tips practical and easy to implement. The book covers everything from managing kids' toys to organizing family schedules. The author’s approach is compassionate and realistic, acknowledging the unique challenges families face. After following the steps outlined, our home feels more serene, and our family life is more harmonious. This audiobook is a must-listen for families seeking a more intentional and simplified lifestyle.

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Road to A Minimalist Home

This book is a game-changer for anyone who wants to start decluttering their home. While living in a clutter-free house can be difficult to achieve, this book offers helpful tips to help you create the minimalist home you’ve always wanted. What I liked about this book is that it sounds encouraging, positive, and transformational. Highly recommended!

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