Unless the reader is completely close minded, this book will stay with you and result in some lifestyle changes. Reading it, you want to nod your head and say, "that's right, I knew that but it never made so much sense until now." Eventually, either voluntarily or out of necessity, more and more people will scale back and reclaim their lives from the fast-paced, angry, consumeristic impulses we've been subjected to for the past few decades.

Simple Prosperity is an excellent introduction to the philosophical and psychological side of sustainable living. This isn't just a book with tips on how to save money by living green, its a book with tips on how to live a happier life by connecting with nature in your search for complete sustainability. Highly recommended for anyone who is willing to look at their lifestyle in a different way.