This book, from the blogger behind Becoming Minimalist, wasn’t terrible, nor was it great.  But at least it was only $3 on Kindle and took 20 minutes to read.

1. Be Convinced

• easier to clean
• less stress
• eco-friendly
• more time for other things

2. Make it Work for You

• find a style of minimalism that works for you

3. Jump Right In

• start with small decluttering projects first
• specific tips for living room, bedroom, bathroom, kitchen
• sell stuff on ebay and craigslist, or donate it

4. Stop the Trend

• stop buying stuff
• stop renting storage space to store your extra stuff

5. Persevere

• recognize where clutter collects
• stop junk mail
• buy fewer and more high quality toys
• more nature, libraries, parks and museums

6. Share the Joy

• tell your stories to friends and family

7. Simplify Everywhere

• simplify your schedule
• use Stephen Covey’s urgency vs importance grid and spend more time in quadrant 2
• stop multitasking
• speak in plain English
• watch less television
• clean up your computer