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Don't Be Trashy
Don't Be Trashy: A Practical Guide to Living with Less Waste and More Joy | Tara McKenna
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Learn how to dramatically reduce the waste you produceand your stress levelsone sanity-saving step at a time in this accessible, practical guide from the creator of The Zero Waste Collective. Youll feel inspired by McKennas thorough and accessible approach to understanding the why and how of reducing waste.Julia Watkins, author of Simply Living Well Say goodbye to your bursting toiletries bag, fast fashion, and all the plastic crowding your pantry. It's time to build less trashy habits for a more sustainable and ethical life. With relatable stories, compassion, and a realistic perspective, Tara McKenna will show you how in this ultimate guide to going zero waste(ish). We're all trapped in a wasteful convenience-based cycle, but Dont Be Trashy offers an alternative: an approach to reducing waste that emphasizes progress over perfection. McKenna guides you month by month through a year of reducing consumption, covering: Decluttering and turning off the flow of stuff into your home Breaking up with fast fashion and developing a capsule wardrobe Cutting off your supply of single-use plastic in your kitchen, cleaning supplies, and bathroom Investing in home goods that'll last for decades without breaking the bank And more! Ultimately, it's about changing your mindset to one of minimalism and conscious consumptiona mindset thats as good for your wallet and your well-being as it is for the planet. Don't Be Trashy will guide you to your best lifeone with less waste and more joy!
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A relief after the last book I read about reducing waste. I was worried I'd again get ridiculous suggestions (have the store remove the packaging for you!) or make me feel like I wasn't doing enough if I bought yogurt in plastic tubs. McKenna says multiple times that whatever you can do is important and to focus on what matters to you.

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janeycanuck She tried to touch on the cost of a low waste lifestyle but that needed some work. It's hard to get out of the cycle of fast fashion, etc., and that was glossed over. But there were some good ideas and tips for small ways to make improvements that would be in any budget. (edited) 3y
Tamra It does feel overwhelming at times when I think about the scope of the waste problem, but I plug on doing whatever seemingly small things I can do. 👍🏾 3y
janeycanuck @Tamra Same! We keep making small, sustainable changes and I‘m noticing our garbage bin is less full every month! 3y
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