Is recession-core a trend yet? All jokes aside, my eco on a budget life has kept me saving money for YEARS! So, here is how I live zero waste on a budget: quit buying things! How do you practice minimalism and low waste on a budget living? Let us know what things you quit buying below :)
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Durbl: https://durbl.com?sca_ref=8595471.YFngvYuyRMLNL
Videos mentioned/recommended:
Things I no longer buy as a zero waster pt 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fisbr5rydLU
The importance of shopping small: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ugPwSppKq5M
Does voting with your dollar even work? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i-vQ0xK5aL4
The TRUTH about laundry sheets: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W-wCcSPOkss&t=928s
Eco cleaners I love: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2_AEk8MZFS0
How to break up with overconsumption: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D3ksVUSOgeQ
Why you should give up Amazon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jkOKuKYnOis
Are you an activist? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F7CVqURCUA4
How I live low waste with chronic illness: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MGyClMxk7aA&t=813s
The TRUTH about Pela Case: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lsw5PoHLOzQ&pp=0gcJCY0JAYcqIYzv
More eco office and school supplies: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6o53gBz1hxg&t=2s
Timestamps:
00:00 - Zero waste is a journey!
1:22 - Zero waste bathroom
5:21 - My zero waste kitchen
10:38 - Eco cleaning and laundry routines
12:49 - Low waste office and school supplies
16:09 - No longer buy these clothing items
17:46 - Misc items
20:47 - Habits that got me here
21:47 - Bloopers
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