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Shell Plant's avatar

I have a similar internal conflict with overconsumption. Books and clothes are my biggest issue. I am constantly clearing out my house and telling myself I will be different.

Toys for the children is an issue too, particularly around Christmas. I grew up in the 80s, where piles of presents was the norm. I am trying to break out of it, limiting my children's gifts to less and more thoughtful. But it is a challenge.

On another note, sorry to hear about your ankle! But glad you were looked after with great breakfasts in Venice!

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Magpie & Maple's avatar

I can only imagine how much harder it is when you have children as well! Gifts in general are a tough one I think - it takes a lot of time and energy to think about what someone will really like that isn’t wasteful and also can be easily purchased / transported! No easy solutions for sure.

And thank you - fortunately I can walk ok, but I do miss running!

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Shell Plant's avatar

Get better soon!

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Elizabeth's avatar

Okay, I have a friend who decorates for holidays—she does reuse the same stuff each year—but like she loved being festive! Each year, my husband and I send jet a photo of the new location of our holiday decor (some pinecones we like picked up like five years ago). It’s a running joke that drives her crazy—but I think there is something so freeing about not decorating for holidays.

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Magpie & Maple's avatar

I feel like if decorating is something that genuinely brings joy, and the same stuff is being reused year on year, totally fair enough - but I question whether this is really the case for everyone or it’s just for social media or an excuse to buy more? I’m definitely on the pine cone wagon though!

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Elizabeth's avatar

Yeah, for me, decorating reminds me of clutter. Like I don’t see myself doing it ever—beyond my two precious pine cones 😂

I do think it’s a media and image thing for a lot of people—which is sad because it’s wasteful.

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