The Man Who Quit Money

I can understand why this book seems preachy to some - Daniel Suelo's lifestyle is very confronting; it goes against what many modern folks think is the definition of success: A fat bank balance, property all over the place, and a fancy title at a corporate job. At times, his ideas and opinions about modern life seem too far out and airy-fairy for the average cubicle dweller who has bills to pay; his ideals are far too removed from modern-day realities for many to grasp.

Still, Suelo asks you to consider another idea of success: To live free of the pressures of conformity, the expectations of others and the desire to hoard things - be it money or fancy cars - to feel that you've made it.

Instead, he lives life with a deep respect for nature, daring to risk society's censure, disapproval and hatred so that he can life the life he wants. If anything, this book teaches us that we shouldn't be afraid of having no money as the Earth can provide you enough. It also teaches us that happiness is a matter of perspective, and there's another way to succeed in life besides accumulating money and stuff.

Inspiring.