Free eBook from Leo Babauta of Zen Habits

Leo Babauta of Zen Habits announced his newest book today. I’ve been following this blog for some time now and have not been disappointed. Download a free PDF of this 27 chapter book on simplifying your life here. There’s also a full digital copy with extra features available for $35 (which happens to be satisfaction guaranteed, or your money back). Check out the release post here.

table of contents

i. step back

1. introduction
2. the age of distraction
3. the importance of finding focus
4. the beauty of disconnection
5. focus rituals

ii. clear distractions

1. limiting the stream
2. you don’t need to respond
3. let go of the need to stay updated
4. how not to live in your inbox
5. the value of distraction
6. why letting go of these distractions is difficult
7. tools for beating distraction

iii. simplify

1. creating an uncluttered environment
2. slowing down
3. going with the flow
4. effortless action
5. 3 strategies for prioritizing tasks
6. letting go of goals
7. finding simplicity

iv. focus

1. a simple system for getting amazing things done
2. single-tasking and productivity
3. the power of a smaller work focus
4. focused reading and research
5. walking, disconnection, & focus
6. creativity and practicing deep focus (available in full version)
7. finding stillness and reflection (available in full version)

v. others

1. finding focus, for parents
2. the problem of others
3. managers transforming office culture
4. how to start changes on a broader level (available in full version)