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why “old is the new thing” is more than just a trend: a sustainable lifestyle choice
When it comes to sustainability, reusing will almost always have a smaller carbon footprint than buying new (even if what you’re buying is made of sustainable materials!). Let’s let this sink in for a minute… That means that if we prioritize maintaining our planet, buying old is almost always better than buying new. Is there…
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waste not, want not: creative ways to reduce food waste
Reducing food waste can be a serious subject, but there’s no reason why we can’t make it fun! Try some of these entertaining ways to reduce food waste: By bringing a little fun into your efforts to reduce food waste, you can make the process more enjoyable and memorable. You might even discover some new…
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the great purge: surviving and thriving during big decluttering projects
What if this job is just tooooo much?!? This is how I felt when I first started minimizing. I had “trash” stored up from over two decades of careless consumption. THERE’S HOPE. Now, if you’re reading this, you’ve already taken the first step. That is, it all starts with the desire to declutter. HERE ARE…
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the “every penny counts” mindset: real-world strategies to make the most of your money
We all want to feel good about where our money is going. What does “making the most of your money” mean to you? Financial security? Independence? The ability to give back? Life experiences? Peace of mind? LET’S TAKE A DEEP DIVE INTO SOME REAL-WORLD STRATEGIES TO MAKE YOUR SAVINGS DREAMS COME TRUE… Save for something…
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decluttering comes first: hone your skills of discrimination
Wait, wait, wait… I thought you said you were going to talk about buying habits! Yes, I am. But first, let me share the importance of dwindling down what you currently own, first. If you try to build healthy buying habits first, you will miss the significance of minimizing. And, your shopping habits might not change…
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Hello world!
First post to this new blog – happy to be sharing my knowledge and a bit about my own story as a modern-day consumer and sustainability enthusiast. I’ll be watching for your comments!