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Apr 2016
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129: A Thoughtful Guide to Gaining Self ...

Justin Malik
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Joshua Becker and his family decided to live with fewer possessions after a conversation with his neighbor in 2008. As a result, they found a better way to live, centered on more important pursuits. Their story has been seen on the CBS Evening News, NPR, the Boston Globe, the Wall Street Journal and countless media interviews around the world. Their books ha ... Show More
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