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title: "Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less"
book_authors: ["Greg McKeown"]
book_categories: ["Psychology (cognitive, evolutionary, phylosophy...)"]
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The book focuses in the idea of living a more focused, intentional life by eliminating unnecessary distractions and commitments. It argues that we often spread ourselves too thin and waste time and energy on things that are not essential to our goals and values. The book offers practical strategies for practicing essentialism, including how to identify and prioritize your most important goals, how to eliminate distractions and unnecessary commitments, and how to stay true to your values and priorities. The book is aimed at anyone looking to simplify their life and focus on what is truly important to them.