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The Afrominimalist's Guide to Living with Less
- Narrated by: Christine Platt
- Length: 5 hrs and 35 mins
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Summary
Forget the aesthetics of mainstream minimalism and discover a life of authenticity and intention with this “warm, engaging guide” (Laura Fenton, author of The Little Book of Small Living) to living with less…your way.
When Christine Platt set out on her journey to live with less, she never intended to become The Afrominimalist. She just wanted to tame the chaos in her closet! But after struggling with the austerity and whiteness of mainstream minimalism, Christine realized why minimalism often seems unattainable for so many: the emphasis on all-white, barren aesthetics distracts from the practice of living with intention. And so, she decided to do things her way by curating a life of less influenced by the African diaspora.
In The Afrominimalist’s Guide to Living With Less, Christine gets right to the heart of how childhood experiences and expectations manifest in adulthood, the delicate dance between needs and wants, and the complicated weight of familial and societal pressures. A far cry from Konmaried closets, capsule wardrobes, and conspicuous consumption, Christine’s brand of “living with less” is more than a decluttering regimen. “By detailing her own maximalist-to-minimalist transformation, Platt puts readers at ease” (The Washington Post) and presents a radical revisioning of minimalism, one that celebrates the importance of history and heritage, and gives you permission to make space for what really matters…your way.
Beautifully illustrated with original black-and-white prints and line drawings, The Afrominimalist’s Guide to Living With Less is a testament to the idea that anyone can be a minimalist and a warm invitation to a life curated with intention, perfect for readers of Joshua Fields Millburn and Ryan Nicodemus (The Minimalists), Marie Kondo, Joshua Becker, and Courtney Carver.
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- Fouta
- 06-12-21
Brilliant and insightful
Black Friday sale temptations prompted to buy this book! Loved it, was pleasantly surprised by information I would’ve otherwise thought wouldn’t be relevant but very much was! This information will remain in my mind for life
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- Not fit for purpose
- 31-12-22
More girlfriend, less guru
A great introduction to minimalism and comforting story telling by Christine Platt. She empathises and encourages rather than preaches. Starting my journey today…
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- Gill
- 06-07-21
Basic
It's nice book, easy listen but rather basics of minimalist principles than overview of Afro-American minimalism challenges, tips and tricks. I'd appreciate if the author concentrated more on the black community rather than advocating why minimalism is good for everyone.
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- Friederike C.
- 20-07-21
A refreshing take on minimalism
A deep dive into the workings (and unworkings) of minimalism - it's personal and it's okay to make it yours. And all that with great narration.
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- Delz
- 04-01-23
So, so good.
Deeply insightful and an invaluable tool // guide to living a minimalist life that serves and nurtures you as a unique individual. Loved it!
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- JLea
- 29-11-22
A truth not commonly heard
It’s refreshing to hear a new prospective especially when you can relate it to your own upbringing. The book touched notes that made me rethink how I currently live and how I want to in the future without feeling overwhelm.
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- Kirstie Whitaker
- 03-02-24
A lot of repetition, lovely reading
I think this book could have been a lot shorter but I did really like the content. And I thought the author read it beautifully
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