A brick wall with a yellow neon sign that reads "treat yourself." There is a speckled green plant (dieffenbachia) in the bottom of the photo. Photo by Etienne Girardet on Unsplash.

The Burnout Conundrum of Ethical Shopping

This story is about hair, but it's also about capitalism, and it's also also about burnout. I'm growing my hair out from a mostly-shaved head to pixie cut length, and eventually to some type of queer-coded asymmetrical bob with an undercut. But the growing out stage is awful. If you know, you know. My partner … Continue reading The Burnout Conundrum of Ethical Shopping

Shopping Consciously as a Minimalist

While minimalism is already widely accepted as an eco-friendly way of living, there are still ways you can continue to do your part if you’ve adopted a “less is more” lifestyle. Shopping consciously is one of the easiest and most effective ways to embrace minimalism, while also putting our planet first. As you embrace the … Continue reading Shopping Consciously as a Minimalist

Materialism is not the enemy

Do you have a favorite shirt? When you develop your minimalist wardrobe, each piece in your closet earns its place by being comfortable, affordable, flattering, and beautiful.  Each piece matters. May my favorite shirt, a brown jersey knit stretch tee with a ruched chest, rest in peace. I noticed it was getting threadbare a couple … Continue reading Materialism is not the enemy