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The Hidden Cost of Possessions: When ‘Stuff’ Starts Owning You

by Robbie Dellow December 15, 2024

by Robbie Dellow December 15, 2024

When I sold my house in Brisbane, Australia, in 2005, I got rid of …

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Ian FeldmanUnited States
3/05/2026
				If you, like me, have ever found yourself asking "what's the point of it all?" or stating, "there has to be more to life than this," than this is the book for you. The author does an excellent job of laying out the groundwork for letting go of what we are wired to think we are supposed to be doing and shows us ways to make our lives what we want them to be. As the author shows us through his own examples, this doesn't come without being uncomfortable but also shows it is worth it. My biggest takeaway from reading this book is that all it takes is the courage to try.
Rachel DeverouxBrisbane, Australia
2/10/2026
				Can really relate to the thinking in this book. Helped reinforce my belief in living the the now, rather than 'someday'  Great value for the insights I have gained. Thanks again.
Mark MurphyToronto. Canada
2/08/2026
				Great books. Thanks! Deserved of the 5-star review I give both these books. They have helped me out massively.
Sarah WinstanleyMelbourne. Australia
1/07/2026
				A friend bought me both books as a gift. I started reading No Rule Book firstly, and, to be honest, couldn't stop. Crammed with wonderful thought that manage to give a great perspective on the importance of living life in the now. Retirement is indeed an illusion, Thanks for the joyful read. No-Rules-Start-Up has helped me develop the on-line business idea I have dreamed (and procrastinated) for at least 3 years. Now I have all the info to start.
Mark MurrayChristchurch. New Zealand
1/04/2026
				A Must Read Was a great book showing how to prosper outside the box of living day to day within the tight rules of society. Showing that life can be appreciated within not so much on the outside but what we get taught in the universe growing up. I like how the writer encourages people to embrace the perceived negative feeling that being nervous brings as its shows you are pushing outside your comfort zone.
Terry ThompsonNelson. New Zealand
11/15/2025
				Should Be A Best Seller I have been reading NoRuleBook over the past few days in the gaps of my days and nights. It’s a book that if only I had come across it at the start of my life it would have changed my world. I reckon it should be a mandatory read for everyone, young and old.
Di StevensonUSA
10/08/2025
				This book is the missing link between my desire to start an online hustle and actually finding the resources I need to do it.  No Rules Start Up has everything I need, in a very easy to understand writing style, to connect all the dots and get my store created. Recommend this book to anyone that wants to understand what is involved with getting techie-confused. Just buy it!
Tysxun AiolupoteaNelson. New Zealand
9/22/2025
				Wow. Thanks. Great book! Cool to see someone who has taken the steps outside of there comfort zone in order to free themselves! Travelling is a big WHY for me, so it was even cooler when reading about how he was able to travel to 96 countries so far! Very applicable for someone young like myself.
Melanie DavidsonLondon
7/11/2025
				FiNALLY a book where everything I need to know, to start an online website, is in one easy-to-read book. I have tried to read many of those computer books on this subject but they all seem to have the ability to make it far more confusing than it needs to be. I recommend No Rules StartUp for anyone, like me, that wants to get started step by step.

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