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Celebrating the Release of “Lightly”!

Lightly by Francine JayRelease day has arrived! Today, Lightly officially hits the shelves everywhere, and my soul is gleaming with joy and colors. 🙂 You can discover it at Amazon, Audible, Barnes & Noble, Books a Million, Hudson, Indiebound, Target, Walmart, 800-CEO-Read, HMH, and more. A huge thank you and much love to everyone who preordered it—I am incredibly appreciative of your encouragement.❤️

This book is truly dear to me: I began exploring minimalism in 1999, and this charming little volume holds all the wisdom, experiences, and motivation I’ve gathered over two decades. It’s my top recommendations on embracing a simple and peaceful life, and I’m ecstatic to finally present it to the world. (If you missed the specifics and backstory, you can check it out here.)

Lightly offers far more flexibility, leniency, and comprehensiveness compared to other decluttering methods. You don’t need to abide by any rules, complete everything in one go, or follow any sequence. You don’t need to fold, sort, or arrange your items in any particular manner. You don’t have to make a significant effort in scaling down your belongings. Moreover, you don’t have to limit it to just your possessions…Lightly assists you in easing every facet of your life (your schedule, your stress, your soul, and beyond).

If you believed you could never adopt minimalism, Lightly will make you reconsider. If you’ve attempted and not succeeded, Lightly will present a simpler approach. If you’ve decluttered already, yet haven’t reached the tranquility you desire, Lightly will remove the tedium from your days and the burdens from your heart. It will guide you to take your initial step, or your subsequent step, down the minimalist route.

It’s astounding how a straightforward mantra can cause your excess to naturally dissipate—not just at home, but in all areas of your life.

I hope you’ll read it—and if you find it useful or motivational, share it with a friend, family member, or colleague. Minimalism has expanded over the years, but is still far from widespread. I’d love to reach even more people with this book, as I genuinely believe that when we live lightly, we not only enhance our own lives, but we also become better global citizens.

I don’t write for wealth or fame (I am perfectly content without either). I write because it’s my purpose. And that’s why I’m immensely, immensely grateful for your support—you provide a roof over my head and food at my table, allowing me to continue writing. You spread the word much more effectively than I ever could (I’m not much of a marketer). And you inspire me constantly, with your remarks, messages, and emails. Lightly is my thank you note, my love letter, and my invitation for you to keep journeying with me.

Lightly is our book, so let’s celebrate together! I’d be delighted if you’d share photos of it “in the wild”—on your coffee table or nightstand, or if you spot it at your local Target or bookstore or anywhere else. Send me a snapshot, or tag me on Twitter or Instagram, so we can all see where it appears. Big hugs and heartfelt thanks for being part of this with me!

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