I read the book first before actually implementing the recommendations - that will happen when I read it again. It will take MUCH longer than a week. The author is thorough and brings to light many questions we don't always ask of the things we keep in our lives or choose to save. Good pointers and tricks are given on every page and I love how the author shares personal experiences to let you know that they aren't just spouting words, that they believe in what they wrote and have implemented it all into their own lives.