6 Things I’ve Learned From the Amish

The Plain people have clear priorities that translate into rich, meaningful, intentional lives

Amish communities are marked by a quality of life most people can only dream of, and it has nothing to do with money, material goods, or professional success. Greg Kelton/Shutterstock

My first novel about the Amish was published in 2010. Since then, I’ve published 28 additional books about the Plain people. I’ve also visited communities in Indiana, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Oklahoma, Colorado, and Wisconsin.

I began my own journey with minimalism two years ago when I took a Joshua Becker course. I’ve noticed many similarities between the Amish and those of us among the “Englisch” who are seeking to live a more intentional life.