Goodbye, Things

by Fumio Sasaki

paperback

Published by Penquin.

ISBN:: 978-0-14-198638-8

(10 reviews)

Fumio Sasaki is not an enlightened minimalism expert or organizing guru like Marie Kondo—he’s just a regular guy who was stressed out and constantly comparing himself to others, until one day he decided to change his life by saying goodbye to everything he didn’t absolutely need. The effects were remarkable: Sasaki gained true freedom, new focus, and a real sense of gratitude for everything around him. In Goodbye, Things Sasaki modestly shares his personal minimalist experience, offering specific tips on the minimizing process and revealing how the new minimalist movement can not only transform your space but truly enrich your life. The benefits of a minimalist life can be realized by anyone, and Sasaki’s humble vision of true happiness will open your eyes to minimalism’s potential.

4 editions

Nils Müller liest reviewed Goodbye, Things by Fumio Sasaki

Ideen und Gedanken über ein Leben mit wenigen Dingen

4 stars

Ich bin nun schon so einige Jahre am Rande der Minimalismus-Szene unterwegs und habe acuh schon so einiges gesehen und gelesen. Das Buch von Fumio Sasaki wird ja immer mal wieder erwähnt und dann gab es da das Hörbuch in der Onleihe...

Das Buch ist eine interessante Mischung aus "praktischen" Tipps für ein minimalistisches Leben und einer eher spirituellen Grundlegung. Gleichzeitig bietet es aber wenig wirklich Neues, wenn man nicht bisher wirklich nur den Lifestyle-Minimalist*innen auf Instagram und Youtube hinterher gerannt ist.

Noisy Deadlines reviewed Goodbye, Things by Fumio Sasaki

A review from Goodreads

4 stars

I would say this is extreme minimalism. It's a good read but you gotta be ready to learn about someone who almost does not own furniture or towels and who loves cleaning his home. The reasons he gives for pursuing a minimalist lifestyle are inspiring.