"The more things you have, the more things you have to manage.

Simplicity isn’t merely cheaper, it’s easier.”

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James Clear writes about habits, decision making, and continuous improvement. He is the author of the #1 New York Times bestseller, Atomic Habits. The book has sold over 20 million copies worldwide and has been translated into more than 60 languages.

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“The more things you have, the more things you have to manage.