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  • L'art de la Simplicité (The English Edition)

  • How to Live More with Less
  • By: Dominique Loreau
  • Narrated by: Jenny Funnell
  • Length: 6 hrs and 32 mins
  • 4.1 out of 5 stars (86 ratings)

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L'art de la Simplicité (The English Edition)

By: Dominique Loreau
Narrated by: Jenny Funnell
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Summary

If simplicity is an art, then Dominique Loreau is a master. Having lived in Japan for many years and inspired by oriental philosophy, Dominique Loreau discovered the beauty of a life well lived through the art of simplicity. Her lifestyle rests on the principle of 'less is more' and imbues all areas of existence, from the material to the spiritual.

She captured her philosophy in the groundbreaking L'art de la Simplicité, which was a massive best seller in her native France and is now available in the English language for the first time.

Simplify your home, empty your wardrobe, abandon compulsive purchases, eat more frugally but better, take care of your body and mind. From the art of feeling well in your home to the art of feeling well in your body, this compelling and elegant book will transform your life and take you on an empowering journey to happiness.

You will feel energised, more confident and free. You will discover the essence of being truly alive and how to live a more centred life. One full of real pleasure, clarity and satisfaction.

©2016 Editions Robert Laffont (P)2016 Orion Publishing Group
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Good but too spiritualy oriented

Many good tips and interesting ideas but she lost me at all the spiritual humbug. minimalist

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a very good book read by a beautiful voice!

a very good book read by a beautiful voice... I simply loved it!! enjoyed it so much during my walks !!

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brilliant book makes you think in a new way x

loved the book and it has a beautiful philosophy really looking forward to any new books that the author has written

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Amazing

loved this book!! this is going to be my new go to book when I need a little motivation

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personal philosophy and life choices

A treasure trove of reflections on how to live a good life. These are personal and not for everyone; more here for the reflective soul. I found much of value for me; articulates and affirmes many of my own practices and outlook.

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Starts Well

This begins well, with some great tips for simplicity and frugality. But does descend into a dictatorial diet regime by the end which is a little tired and uninformed.

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Love this book

I have the physical copy of this book that I just couldn't get through in long enough sittings. I'm so glad I found the audible version. It's a wonderful book. Very calming

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Far too many "shoulds" and very little guidance <br />

Sanctimonious drone about all the things one "should" do but next to no guidance as to how simplicity can be achieved on a practical level. Decluttering is a time consuming activity, and many of the other dictates suggest redecorating, changing furniture etc This all costs money, and goes somewhat against the grain of living a simple life.

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First audiobook i couldnt finish

Mainly aimed at women. Tons of advice on cosmetics etc. Not really suitable for a male audience. Also some advice is contradictory

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