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Clutterfree with Kids: Change your thinking. Discover new habits. Free your home. Kindle Edition

by Joshua Becker (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.3 out of 5 stars 1,624 ratings
Children add joy, purpose, and meaning to our lives. They provide optimism, hope, and love. They bring smiles, laughter, and energy into our homes.

They also add clutter. As parents, balancing life and managing clutter may appear impossible—or at the very least, never-ending. But what if there was a better way to live?

Clutterfree with Kids offers a new perspective and fresh approach to overcoming clutter. With helpful insights, the book serves as a valuable resource for parents.

Through practical application and inspirational stories, Clutterfree with Kids invites us to change our thinking, discover new habits, and free our homes. It invites us to reevaluate our lives. And it just may inspire you to live the life you’ve been searching for all along.

Praise for Clutterfree with Kids:
• "Clutterfree with Kids is a wonderful guide that any parent will find both practical and inspirational. If reducing clutter, creating more time and raising more aware children are your goals, this book is not to be missed." —Peter Walsh, Author of It's All Too Much

• "Highly recommended for all parents." —Leo Babauta, Zen Habits

• "This book is wrecking me! All I want to do is de-clutter everything." —Eileen Donaruma, Mother

• “Clutterfree with Kids is a splendid resource that teaches a better way to live and shows us that true joy comes from owning less and spending more time pursuing things that matter most." — Kimberley Blaine, Executive Producer, TheGoToMom.TV

• "Joshua Becker’s Clutterfree with Kids is filled with practical strategies and deep wisdom. It is a must read for professional organizers and parents! He brings an important message to the world. His easy to read style, clear ideas, and inspiring personal journey, provide a great catalyst for reconsidering our lives." —Linda Samuels, CPO-CD

• "Clutterfree With Kids is a great motivating read for any family. Simple steps to set your family free from clutter and leave a lasting legacy for your children." —Jeff Pope, Father
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"Clutterfree with Kids is a wonderful guide that any parent will find both practical and inspirational. If reducing clutter, creating more time and raising more aware children are your goals, this book is not to be missed." --Peter Walsh. Author of It's All Too Much

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Joshua Becker is the founder and editor of Becoming Minimalist, a website that inspires others to find more life by owning less. His rational approach to minimalist living has made him one of today's most-influential simple living advocates. He is also the best-selling author of Simplify: 7 Guiding Principles to Help Anyone Declutter Their Home and Life. He lives with his wife and two children in Peoria, AZ.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B00HYNJKCU
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Becoming Minimalist; 1st edition (January 13, 2014)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ January 13, 2014
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
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Joshua Becker and his young family were introduced to minimalism 12 years ago during a short conversation with their neighbor and he immediately became a pioneer of the Modern Minimalist Movement with his blog, Becoming Minimalist. Through his blog, Joshua’s story and writing have inspired millions around the world to find more life by owning fewer possessions. Today, based on his thoughtful and intentional approach to minimalism, he is one of the leading voices in the modern simplicity movement reaching over 2 million readers every month.

Joshua is the founder and editor of Becoming Minimalist, a website dedicated to intentional living that was named by SUCCESS Magazine as one of the top ten personal development websites.

He is also the USA Today and WSJ best-selling author of 5 books: The Minimalist Home, The More of Less, Simplify, and Clutterfree with Kids. His new book, Things That Matter, will be released in April 2022.

He is a contributor to Forbes Magazine and has appeared in the New York Times, USA Today, Boston Globe, Washington Post, Reader's Digest, the Drew Barrymore Show and countless other media outlets—speaking live on 6 different continents and for Fortune 100 countries around the US including Google, Airbnb, and SalesForce.

He is also the Founder of The Hope Effect, a nonprofit organization changing how the world cares for orphans. Currently, he lives in Peoria, AZ with his wife and two teenage children.

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Customers find the book insightful and a quick read, with practical steps that help them think about minimalism. They appreciate its value for money, noting that living with less is more fulfilling, and like how it distinguishes between organizing and reorganizing all the time. The book receives positive feedback for its straightforward approach to decluttering, and one customer mentions it serves as a great resource for raising minimalists. However, some customers find the content repetitive.

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211 customers mention "Motivational"204 positive7 negative

Customers find the book motivational and insightful, with several noting it offers useful suggestions. One customer mentions it serves as a great stepping stone for evaluating possessions, while another highlights its focus on raising minimalists.

"...You get to choose how far you want to go with it. But you live more intentionally and you learn to not spend money on needless "things"..." Read more

"...Overall this book was a great stepping stone for me in evaluating my stuff and will help in giving me tools as I make this journey...." Read more

"Clutterfree with Kids should be put in every parents diaper bag as they leave the hospital with their newborn(s)...." Read more

"...experiences of living a minimalist lifestyle, and incorporates case study options to see how others have taken this philosophy into action..." Read more

154 customers mention "Readability"149 positive5 negative

Customers find the book highly readable, describing it as a quick but wonderful read that serves as an excellent resource for parents.

"Like the book. I am just getting into the mindset of simple living (minimalism) and soaking up all the information I can...." Read more

"This book was great...." Read more

"...Thank you for being dedicated to writing a brilliant book." Read more

"I enjoyed this book a great deal, as a parent who strives for minimalism in my own life - however I was struck by one chapter where the author did..." Read more

40 customers mention "Ease of reading"40 positive0 negative

Customers find the book easy to read, describing it as a straightforward, practical guide that breaks down everything in easy-to-digest steps, making it a great quick read.

"...It is less clutter, less stress, and more time for the things that actually matter to you (hobbies, family, relationships, etc)...." Read more

"...key areas of "stuff" that we own and gives some easy and practical steps to getting rid of the clutter in that particular area...." Read more

"...If you are looking for practical, beginner level ways (and even advanced level ways) of creating more time for your family, more space for what is..." Read more

"...this book tells you why the author chose to live with less and it makes sense!..." Read more

38 customers mention "Minimalism"38 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the book's approach to minimalism, with one customer noting it provides a framework for developing the best minimalist lifestyle, while another mentions it's suitable for both beginners and experienced minimalists.

"...Minimalism is living intentionally and deciding how far you want to go with it yourself...." Read more

"...I like that the author deals with the topics of overcrowded family schedules and family life on a single income (I.e. one stay-at-home parent)...." Read more

"...beginner level ways (and even advanced level ways) of creating more time for your family, more space for what is important, and more relaxation..." Read more

"This is a very solid book on how to live clutterfree with children. Minimalism and livign clutterfree is a state of mind...." Read more

28 customers mention "Value for money"24 positive4 negative

Customers appreciate the book's approach to minimalism, noting that living with less is more fulfilling, and one customer mentions feeling relieved from not having to own stuff.

"...It is less clutter, less stress, and more time for the things that actually matter to you (hobbies, family, relationships, etc)...." Read more

"...deals with the topics of overcrowded family schedules and family life on a single income (I.e. one stay-at-home parent)...." Read more

"...My house is way less messy, I am less stressed, and no longer feel overwhelmed by our stuff...." Read more

"...It is too good a message to have errors! Overall, well worth it...but be warned if that sort of thing bothers you." Read more

19 customers mention "Organization"16 positive3 negative

Customers appreciate the book's approach to organization, particularly its distinction between organizing and reorganizing, and one customer mentions successfully maintaining order for a month straight.

"...It is less clutter, less stress, and more time for the things that actually matter to you (hobbies, family, relationships, etc)...." Read more

"...My house is way less messy, I am less stressed, and no longer feel overwhelmed by our stuff...." Read more

"...I also appreciated the book's organization, which will make it a great resource to reference when I lose steam or get sidetracked down the road...." Read more

"...putting some of them in practice and feeling the joy and release of the junk. I have a clearer path in mind. A recognition of what is most important...." Read more

5 customers mention "Ease of living"5 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the book's approach to simplifying their lives, noting it reduces stress.

"...It is less clutter, less stress, and more time for the things that actually matter to you (hobbies, family, relationships, etc)...." Read more

"...this book teaches the basic principles of a better life with less stress and less clutter." Read more

"...I feel lighter already. Thank you Joshua! Simple living feels good!" Read more

"...minimalism this author made the reality of it sound so beautiful and pleasant. Can't wait to get started!" Read more

7 customers mention "Recomposition"0 positive7 negative

Customers find the book repetitive.

"...The writing could use some tightening up; it gets repetitive in places, but overall it's a great read...." Read more

"...The only (small) issue I have with the book is that it gets a little repetitive in some places...." Read more

"...in the book but I believe there is a lot of redundancy beyond explaining the basic principles of pursuing the minimalist lifestyle...." Read more

"I enjoyed the book but found it to be repetitive with what is found in his other books and on his website...." Read more

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  • Angw
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great book!
    Reviewed in the United States on March 18, 2015
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    Like the book. I am just getting into the mindset of simple living (minimalism) and soaking up all the information I can. It isn't what people think initially-no fun, boring, no color, straight lines, etc. Minimalism is living intentionally and deciding how far you want to go with it yourself. What minimalism is to you may not be the same as the next person. You get to choose how far you want to go with it. But you live more intentionally and you learn to not spend money on needless "things" when you don't really need those things. It is the ability to just say "enough is enough" and rethink the way you live. It is less clutter, less stress, and more time for the things that actually matter to you (hobbies, family, relationships, etc). Doesn't that sound awesome? If so, you would benefit from reading this book. I know it benefitted me.
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  • Mary Linton
    4.0 out of 5 stars Inspiring and thoughtful
    Reviewed in the United States on March 3, 2016
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    I appreciated the thorough treatment of what it means to adopt a minimalist philosophy toward life. Other reviewers have pointed out that the book doesn't offer many specifics as to how to de-clutter and simply your life (with or without kids), and I only give it four stars for that reason. The writing could use some tightening up; it gets repetitive in places, but overall it's a great read. I'm happy to have the Kindle version to refer back to when I feel like my motivation is ebbing in any particular area.

    I like that the author deals with the topics of overcrowded family schedules and family life on a single income (I.e. one stay-at-home parent). Clearly, he and his family are walking the talk.
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  • egretta345
    5.0 out of 5 stars living with less and enjoying life more, focusing on what's truly important in life
    Reviewed in the United States on April 26, 2014
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    This book was great. When I told my husband I was reading a book on minimalism he asked if we were going to sell all our stuff and sleep on the floor! So much is misunderstood about minimalism. It's different for everyone. I like that Becker points that out and makes it clear that it is not a one-size-fits-all lifestyle.

    This book starts out with the "why's" of minimalism, and forces you to think about what your true values/priorities are.

    Then Becker goes into some key areas of "stuff" that we own and gives some easy and practical steps to getting rid of the clutter in that particular area.

    The last part is more advice on some specific people or situations that will not apply to everyone (such as bringing a new baby into the home or living on one income).

    Overall this book was a great stepping stone for me in evaluating my stuff and will help in giving me tools as I make this journey. We will be moving soon, which I saw as a great opportunity to start this journey, but I'm realizing it's going to take a lot longer to get through it and discover more about my stuff and what it says about who I am and what my values are.
    9 people found this helpful
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  • Sarah
    5.0 out of 5 stars Choose Quality. Choose joy. Choose this book.
    Reviewed in the United States on August 26, 2014
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    Clutterfree with Kids should be put in every parents diaper bag as they leave the hospital with their newborn(s).

    There is nothing more important to myself and my family than the time we spend together.

    That is oftentimes a challenge due to things we are use to seeing as necessary time constraints such as cleaning the house, organizing photos, fixing broken toys and electronics, etc...

    Joshua presents the idea of "less is more" as not just a philosophy but a day in, day out way of life.

    This is the book I wish I could give to my kids grandparents without it immediately insulting them.

    If you are looking for practical, beginner level ways (and even advanced level ways) of creating more time for your family, more space for what is important, and more relaxation and peace within your home, give Joshua's book a read.

    As other reviewers mentioned, not only will Joshua help you with practical ideas, but he'll give you the "why" behind doing them. I've found that without the why, habits often don't stick for me.

    My favorite part of the book was definitely the list of gifts we can give our kids instead of the usual toys and games. If for no other reason, read the book for these genuine, uplifting suggestions.

    Job well done Joshua. Eager to read anything else you publish.

    Thank you for sharing your life.
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  • Cory
    3.0 out of 5 stars Grab a highlighter!
    Reviewed in the United States on February 26, 2014
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    If you are looking for a how-to book, this is not it. However, it is a great book for soul searching.

    It's filled with the author's personal experiences of living a minimalist lifestyle, and incorporates case study options to see how others have taken this philosophy into action (and why).

    I walked away with a handful of "projects" to work on, along with a few deeper conversation topics to have with my husband.
    Its best geared towards those who know little about the minimalist lifestyle and encompasses one's whole life and not just for kids.
    My favorite quote: "There is more joy to be found in owning less than can ever be found in organizing more."

    It's given me a lot to ponder about the cost of what we own; how things cost much more than the price tag you pay for it--every time we pick it up, put it away, organize it, etc. takes time away from something else we could be doing (spending more quality time with your kids.)
    8 people found this helpful
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  • Misty D. Davies
    4.0 out of 5 stars well written and encouraging for those who want to simplify their lives
    Reviewed in the United States on April 26, 2015
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    As a person who grew up in poverty, I find that my mindset is very much that of a pack rat. I gather and hoard things with the thought that I -might- want or need them. Over the last decade, I've realised that my current level of abundance is at a mismatch with my mindset. Stuff we have 'just in case' is keeping us from enjoying the stuff we love.

    Now that I have young children, the need to begin modelling a mindset of abundance seems even more critical. I'm watching my children confuse -stuff- with joy and status and entertainment.

    This book will not give you great insight on how to purge your house of the unnecessary. For that there is 'The Life-changing Magic of Tidying Up' or a million books on organising. Instead, this book will arm you with inspiration and resolve to work through the process, even with children towed in your wake.
    6 people found this helpful
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  • Cliente de Amazon
    5.0 out of 5 stars Simple y concreto
    Reviewed in Mexico on June 20, 2020
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    Simple y concreto, gran introducción al minimalismo con enfoque a el impacto en los hijos
    Lenguaje sencillo, y se siente como uno se identifica.
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  • struppe
    5.0 out of 5 stars positive, helpful, inspiring
    Reviewed in Germany on August 25, 2014
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    Being a mom of 3 energetic, lively, wild boys struggling juggling together with my much more tidy husband a large household, work and family life, this book has encouraged me on my way to decrease complexity in our house and lives. Becker's tone has strung chords that needed to be touched in order to follow through on our hopefully life-changing project of decluttering and reducing stuff and overcoming ancient patterns of keeping objects due to a blurred and subconscious anxiety. He also offers ways to include our kids (even at their very young ages of 7 an under) which do work. His message to model anything you want to see in your kids sounds profane at first, but actually realizing and living it in the context of consumerism and the meaning of stuff has helped to enlarge my perspective -- my kids now see and feel that I am being serious about changing our habits!
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  • vwt419d
    4.0 out of 5 stars necessary when living with no minimalists..
    Reviewed in Spain on August 25, 2014
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    it is helpful when dealing with no minimalists at home, it is full of samples and experiences.
    It is clear and easy to be read. I liked a lot the samples provided and how the author explain them.
    I would recommend it to everyone not only people interested in minimalism.
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  • Kindle Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Holistic and Realistic
    Reviewed in Australia on April 15, 2019
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    I really enjoyed the author's writing style, it made the book easy to read and engaging. I thought I understood minimalism before reading but now I see it was just one facet that I'd understood. He explains it so well and shows how it isn't really a set recipe for what is minimalist, it goes much deeper than just getting rid of stuff or having a goal for your ideal number or possessions. His focus on living intentionally reallly resonated with me and particularly in regards to parenting.

    I would recommend this book to any parent or parent to be. Even if you, like I did, think you could never be a minimalist I think you'll find lots of gems in this great book that might change the way you look at stuff but also challenge your priorities.
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  • Carol Tiémi
    5.0 out of 5 stars SUper recomendo!
    Reviewed in Brazil on December 20, 2018
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    Muito bom o livro! Está mudando para melhor a minha forma de pensar!
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