Black friday : healthy alternatives / Alternatives écologiques au vendredi fou

While doing research this week, I came across some stats via the website Good on You that are frankly disturbing.  According to a report, 80% of what we purchase on Black Friday is thrown out after one or even zero uses.

This blew my mind!  It made my realize that many people, including myself in a previous life, are looking in the wrong direction for a feel-good activity that stimulates joy.

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Why Cutting Back on Buying Stuff is Good for the Planet and the Soul

“In everything, simplicity is the key to trusteeship. A simple life conserves not just our personal resources but the earth’s.”  Eknath Easwaran

We all need things, including some clothes to wear and, if we’re lucky, some fun outfits to feel good in.  And who doesn’t enjoy getting a new pair of shoes? It’s just fun and good for the spirit, especially at this time of year when those of us in the northeast are dying for some pastel colors, vitamins, and sunshine.  Give me some pinks, yellows, and some rainbows.

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