Only works for a particular type of person

Minimalism isn't a quick fix for anything. Yeah it might declutter your home but that doesn't fix hoarding behavior or spending habits. The way the writer of this book presents the idea of minimalism is like a religious zealot when the whole concept of being able to have the bare requirement of stuff is a luxury mostly for people of means since holding on to things "just in case" is seen as impractical even though it is necessary for middle or lower class families.