Cait Flanders's The Year of Less recounts her personal journey of abstaining from shopping for a year to overcome compulsive spending and achieve greater life fulfilment. The book details her experiences, including tackling past traumas relating to alcohol abuse and unhealthy relationships, and explores the transformative power of minimalism. Positive reviews highlight its readability, inspirational value, and practical advice for achieving simplicity. The excerpts provide insights into Flanders's struggles with addiction, her path to sobriety, and her evolving relationship with consumerism throughout the year-long experiment. The book concludes with practical advice on decluttering and mindful consumption.
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