this is how SHOPPING LESS can save the planet

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@ashleytaylor7210 Жыл бұрын

As someone who grew up below the poverty line, I can say this one thing, my mom would never buy from companies like Shein to clothe us. She needed clothes that would last years in both quality and trend-wise. I would remember her looking at every stitch, the material, and cut of the garment before she purchased anything (back then it was super annoying, but I get it now lol). Most of these trend companies won’t be around in a few years, but the damage they cause will be.

@marilynspirit Жыл бұрын

It's also the fact that people don't have the knowledge anymore. She knew what to look for in stitching and materials. but people now are just "leaving it up to the professionals". These companies are taking advantage of us and saving money where they can. We're not holding them accountable, and it sucks.

@ericasambogna1528 Жыл бұрын

I do the same things to find good quality clothes because I can’t afford to have to re-buy things over and over again. I went to a church thrift store on “fill a bag for $5” day and those clothes took me through enough job interviews and days of work to get to a better place financially. I still have some of those clothes 5 years later. It frustrates me to no end seeing friends shop fast fashion because “I can’t afford to shop anywhere else” when they could go a whole month without doing a single load of laundry because they own so much clothing!!

@Reiko29DBS Жыл бұрын

@@ericasambogna1528 This! THIS!

@RoundSeal Жыл бұрын

This, same! My mum almost never took my brother and me shopping in these sorts of places -- it was always second-hand stores and charity shops. Some of the best quality stuff I've ever owned cost only a few bucks and lasted years upon years.

@vladavslife Жыл бұрын

My mom always said "We are not rich enough to buy cheap things"

@Saxophonegirlforever Жыл бұрын

I’m in a wedding fb group and got blocked for telling someone that their $300 Shein haul for wedding related activities (bachelorette, bridal shower etc) were not necessities and probably aren’t worth the exploitation that went into producing them.

@CampingforCool41 Жыл бұрын

Wedding culture is so self obsessed

@thelazygirllifestyle3562 Жыл бұрын

You go girl!

@msd7544 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for having the guts to say what most people won’t!

@BouncyBrown Жыл бұрын

Yes! The excuse people give for fast fashion is always BS. And it's always middle class people trying to speak for poor people. "SheIn is the only thing poor people can afford..." Sure, Kelsey, but it's not all you can afford. You just want to buy 100 new outfits for spring.

@nolanlikeafox Жыл бұрын

YES, THANK YOU! I find it infuriating when people use the perceived circumstances of others to legitimize their own choices.

@Emily-hd9sm Жыл бұрын

Omg yes! I feel like it's never those who actually are or grew up poor I see wearing SheIn! It's people who absolutely can afford to buy higher quality clothes less often and actually keep and wear them.

@ssoomee Жыл бұрын

Also Shein is really only accessible if you have a credit card or debit card, which for poor people who can often be left out of the major financial banking systems because of their poverty, is unavailable to them. I always laugh when the middle classes don't seem to understand this 🤦🏾‍♀

@romaeraegan 11 ай бұрын

this is so true!! i always see people talking for poor people in order to argue for things. i saw someone saying resellers are buying every piece of nice clothing in thrift stores leaving poor people with nothing and ignoring how in america the charity shops are so massive and always full with clothes to the point where there's cheaper thrift stores (the bins i think they're called) with the overflow - and they were saying oh yeah its taking away from poor people but not giving an actual perspective from poor people, just speaking for and over them

@valerieannrumpf4151 7 ай бұрын

And the stuff that they sell on there is absolute crap.

@Nilfirith Жыл бұрын

You need a bigger platform, Shelby, you totally deserve it

@kristinalundbergh7851 Жыл бұрын

I absolutely agree not to mention the fact that we would all have a better chance of being able to change things with people like you on that platform. Thank you for all your great good work from Denmark

@megantousignant18 Жыл бұрын

YOU TELL 'EM SHELBI! Thrift stores are cheaper than fast fashion, and if you are so low income that even thrift stores are too expensive, then find a clothing closet (which is like a food bank) to get your clothes for free like my family does.

@BouncyBrown Жыл бұрын

People also give away clothes on Craigslist and in free groups on Facebook. I often see posts like "lot of women's work clothes, size 8" or whatever.

@RoundSeal Жыл бұрын

Your 'no nonsense, no bullshit' way of approaching these topics honestly helps me feel a lot more hope about the future. I get so bogged down from all the gnarly stuff going on that it's too easy to forget that things can indeed change. Thanks 💚

@Starry_Night_Sky7455 Жыл бұрын

She sounds like she is legit researching this. She is like omg I've discovered this nightmare. She is brainstorming in a problem solving way. Good! She doesn't just shut up. Keep speaking out.

@Luna04567 Жыл бұрын

Because of your channel I’ve switched to buying secondhand for 95% of my clothes and homewares.

@Fashion_Kat Жыл бұрын

I was a fast fashion shopaholic! Now I sew my own clothing. I always wanted to sew anyways but I'm glad I'm finally doing it!

@milenabroering976 Жыл бұрын

You should do a documentary on sustainability and hyper consumerism, it would be amazing!

@Sobermama927 Жыл бұрын

Yes please do!!!!

@Starry_Night_Sky7455 Жыл бұрын

A serious documentary...yes.

@elenaharris6021 Жыл бұрын

Yes!!!

@emiliaarroyo4065 Жыл бұрын

I hate how people think I’m “cheap” or “broke” because I choose to shop at Plato’s Closet or because I would rather eat at home and don’t eat out too much or try not to over shop when I’m out. Like argh! Btw love your videos!

@gabriellef651 Жыл бұрын

It has been so incredibly liberating for me to say no to brining new items into my home and life, I have reduced the anxiety of stuff taking up space and the guilt of knowing this item will last beyond me. I still struggle with food packaging, there’s just so much plastic and I’m angered and overwhelmed trying to avoid it.

@tricksykenbbit Жыл бұрын

I guarantee you, as someone who grew up with income scarcity, my mom and I never got the clothes I wore from fast fashion places. We got them from thrift stores, because for the same price you could get a better quality item.

@eveliinalt Жыл бұрын

Maybe that’s in USA, unfortunately in UK the used items in charities cost nearly the same as new items…they know the better quality brands and price them accordingly…sometimes the person who really cannot afford to buy new also cannot afford to buy used… thanks to those trifters buying for fun or to resell on eBay etc.

@manonvo8615 10 ай бұрын

I wore mostly hand me downs

@davidb9806 10 ай бұрын

@@eveliinaltOther people buying aren't the reason, charities have a duty to get as much money as they can from their trading activities to support the cause, they're raising prices to maximise. Some charity shop chains have outlets you could look into, and nextdoor/Gumtree/freecycle are good for second hand free clothes

@toxihex876 10 ай бұрын

Yeah but it's not even that much of an option in most places anymore. 1 is what another person in this thread commented, and 2 - even in the cheap places people still go early and grab anything they can resell, leaving basically nothing you can actually wear. We need to normalize places where people sell their second hand stuff at actual cheap prices depending on the condition and quality of the garment rather than leaving it to greedy businesses driven by nothing but profit.

@Reiko29DBS Жыл бұрын

"All of those companies do not emit for no reason" THANK YOU I try to preach this when I explain my "eco minimalist" lifestyle to my friends and they literally cannot see the connection. While these same friends buy multiple things from amazon a week.

@GravityFallsUp Жыл бұрын

Thank you thank you thank you for calling out the people defending shopping at Shein because “they can’t shop anywhere else”. Plus size people especially are always defending Shein, so it’s nice to see someone that’s plus-size call them out on it. They act like only skinny people can shop secondhand

@the-book-devourer8856 Жыл бұрын

This is where I think we're not seeing the full picture. Shopping second hand for plus sizes is extremely hard. Especially when you venture above a size 18, and your income is limited. Never mind finding something you actually enjoy, is in your budget, and somewhat fits you. Nevermind if your in a time crunch for a specific item, for example clothing for interviews. Also factor in that for most second hand places, especially online, you cannot return merchandise. If your budget is tight, it might not allow the chance to purchase something that "might fit".

@GravityFallsUp Жыл бұрын

@@the-book-devourer8856 how many interviews are you all going to? I’m seriously wondering because that’s the excuse I always hear. You need a new outfit for every interview? You didn’t know you’d need nice clothes before your interview? I get things definitely happen, but I find it really hard to believe that people are needing that many professional clothes in a short time span. Learning your measurements and messaging sellers will solve any “might fit” problems as well. And these issues of it possibly not fitting, not arriving on time, etc. are all thing straight sizes also deal with. There’s lots of options out there, and I feel a lot people are just refusing to actually take the time to explore them.

@the-book-devourer8856 Жыл бұрын

@@GravityFallsUp I think unless you live in a larger body its hard to understand. I believe the most sustainable thing a person can do is just consume less. Would we all prefer to be able to purchase second hand or from sustainable brands, yes. Sometimes that is not realistic, so purchasing what you need and maintaining it as long as possible, is sometimes the most sustainable choice someone can do.

@CarlinaSunshine Жыл бұрын

@@GravityFallsUpif you are above a 2x, most if not all thrift stores will not have your size. I was not able to shop at Goodwill anymore once I was above that size, unfortunately.

@sarahwatts7152 Жыл бұрын

I took four pairs of shoes to a cobbler recently and it blew my mind how cheap it was. $15-25 dollars per pair, with a variety of fixes. I spent $80 in total and I was so happy. Find your local cobbler and show your shoes some love!

@lk1869 Жыл бұрын

Preach!!! My 13yrs son just handed in his rough draft of his speech to his teacher on this exact topic. He is desperate to be a herpetologist and is specifically concerned about habitat loss.

@denden798 Жыл бұрын

wow amazing! he is the future

@lauraviner1348 Жыл бұрын

He wants to study herpes?

@elizabethyow1165 26 күн бұрын

@@lauraviner1348reptiles and amphibians

@polakeys Жыл бұрын

This is it, my final awareness ephiphany, it shaked me up to my roots for all the right reasons. The best video you could have ever made to awaken us, as developed countries' inhabitants, to never compromise on the true cost we impose as consumers to less advantaged folks out there manufacturing our disposable and unnecessary stuff. Now I'm assured I can do best, stop my consumerism and at the same time, start devoting myself to change this f*ed'up system. Thank you.

@Rhaifha Жыл бұрын

You can absolutely have a maximalist look to your home, while creating it in an eco minimalist way! My home is considered quite trendy in terms of looks, but all of the furniture is solid wood (so durable) and thrifted. 95% of the home decor is thrifted or homemade. It took a while to put together, since you need some luck with second hand goods, but I love the result and plan on keeping it this way for a loooong time.

@harmonyln7 Жыл бұрын

Totally agree. I hate all the planned obscelessence and the coffee table for this apartment will come from a charity shop that sells furniture. The thing that irritates me about Ikea is that not only can things break easily, but they and other companies charge almost as much as you might expect to pay someone to make a better quality version of the same thing.

@racheljames9187 Жыл бұрын

I got my timber coffee table second hand on facebook marketplace from the person who built it for $30. It's so solid you could literally park a car on it... which makes it heavy to move (I've only had to move it twice and I'm hopefully in my forever unit now), but it will never need to be replaced.

@ktm9292 Жыл бұрын

This is true to an extent, but I also find it weird how people treat ikea furniture as disposable. I got an Ikea desk in 2016 that has been with me through 6 moves and I expect to have that desk for at least a few decades. Whilst it doesn't have the longevity of truly quality pieces, I haven't had to be super careful with it to get it to last. I wouldn't buy from ikea again now that I'm better informed, but I don't understand what people are doing to their ikea stuff that it's falling apart so quickly.

@SaveMoneySavethePlanet Жыл бұрын

People love to debate if it’s up to corporations/governments or individuals to change their ways. I feel like the real solution is best depicted by California during the heat wave last summer. The grid was about to fail so they sent out a desperate text message to areas saying “reduce power usage now!” The result was that the issue was resolved in the next 15 minutes by people turning their appliances off. So really the solution has to come from both groups. Individuals have to take action, but we also need corporations/governments to help us understand the best places and ways to take that action. Thanks for including the UN report and framing the video around that!

@naromyramirez1893 Жыл бұрын

How are you not on the news ! I love your passion and you are very well spoken. Everyone needs to hear this

@rachelnelson2903 Жыл бұрын

Omg this is such a good point! She should be on the news!

@thehermit1122 Жыл бұрын

I really wish she was, her message could reach so many people.

@Starry_Night_Sky7455 Жыл бұрын

She is not on that mass news because they profit from you mindlessly shopping.

@naromyramirez1893 Жыл бұрын

@@Starry_Night_Sky7455 what if I stopped impulse and mindlessly shopping thanks to Her. Please don’t assume I shop mindlessly

@Starry_Night_Sky7455 Жыл бұрын

@@naromyramirez1893 Oops. Sorry I didn't specifically mean YOU in that context. I'm just pointing out that major news outlets are in on this consumer thing. It's a conflict of interest. That's all. She is inspiring! Yes. 👍❤

@kyrabernotas Жыл бұрын

I started an internship and needed to get professional clothes. So, I went to a local Plato’s Closet and at least 60% of the stuff is from Shein. It pissed me off

@daisydog Жыл бұрын

I definitely get caught up in trying to take advantage of sales. Now I mainly focus on doing that with Thredup or just making wish lists and never buying anything.

@stephanie1460 Жыл бұрын

I love that you acknowledge where you came from with fast fashion in high school. I, too, thought I was an environmentalist when I was younger because I recycled and donated old clothes. However, I constantly bought cheap new clothes and accessories from horrible fast fashion brands. Its uplifting to know that even if you used to be an overconsumer, you can change and there is still room in the sustainability space for everyone! I'm now proud to wear second hand items, compost, and speak up about overconsumption.

@haleymayberry1253 Жыл бұрын

I’ll admit that I still struggle with buying more clothes than I truly need. Granted 90% of the time it is second hand, but I’m setting stricter goals for myself every year to reduce. Growing up, shopping is how I bonded with family/friends so it’s been a hard habit to shake!

@denden798 Жыл бұрын

i feel this. thrifting with family as well as just going for a walk is what i do instead sometimes

@thamires.magalhaes Жыл бұрын

I am finally at a stage in my life that my impulse buys are really just food, and I am still very conscious about amounts so nothing goes to waste. Guess being a penny pincher goes a long way sometimes XDD Jokes aside, extremely important video Shelby, I think that everyday more we need to talk about how yes, we do have power to change things, not directly, but we do, and we can't just keep our eyes closed to the reality. Great video as always

@caitlynnervin2972 Жыл бұрын

Same! My only impulse buys are consumerables!

@enduringbird Жыл бұрын

Same! And I still often regret them. I had been looking at the blueberries in the store for so long and I wanted to buy them but they were from cold because it's winter here. I finally caved and bought some and they were gross. They didn't even taste like blueberries. I wish I had stuck to my morals.

@L83467 Жыл бұрын

@@enduringbird you can buy frozen blueberries that will probably taste better!

@enduringbird Жыл бұрын

@@L83467 thanks! I wanted to put them in my cereal but I'll just wait for summer.

@thamires.magalhaes Жыл бұрын

@@enduringbird Omg I had the exact same experience, they were soggy and almost bitter, I was so sad

@jessicasantos6690 Жыл бұрын

Thank you Shelbi. You're the reason why I can't stomach buying fast fashion or fast furniture anymore. I haven't bought clothing that wasn't secondhand (apart from underwear) for years. You're the reason why I THINK before buying anything.

@tcwaxwing Жыл бұрын

Thank you! This is the kind of real talk, callout-without-being-unkind, messaging we need right now. Too many "sustainability" efforts get subsumed into ways to excuse or obscure behaviors as they develop (educating folk that a majority of pollutants come from corporations devolves into 'what can I even do lol I'll stop buying eyeshadow palettes when the industrial complex is toppled' mindset). We're really skilled at justifying what we want to do regardless of what we know. It's good to be reminded that things can change and be different, and we have the individual and collective power to do it. I've actually been glad to see maximalist aesthetics taking off. So much of it is built around gathering amazing objects and textiles you love from vintage, antique, and other thrifting, a slow assembly of stuff, rather than the flatpack "minimalism" that's within most people's reach. Anything that reminds us how many treasures are already out there to find and appreciate is great by me.

@E42545 Жыл бұрын

Yes! A huge portion of the incalculable harm of consumerism and capitalism is instant gratification. You know why my house and personal style are cool and unique and also more ethical? Because I didn’t just place a next day delivery order for a bunch of random shit I didn’t actually like to follow a trend. I was patient and collected it over years and years when I could and in whatever capacity I could afford to (along with mending and making skills). IMO it’s so much better and cooler for that reason, and it’s literally a point of pride rather than what was once shame for having only mended and secondhand things. Part of the inner work we all need to be perpetually doing is reflecting on our entitlement in a world that *wants* us to spend at other peoples and the planets expense at every opportunity.

@ireallylovecilantro Жыл бұрын

I’ve been here since the dumpster diving days! You have shared and grown so much - it’s very appreciated. I learn a lot from you and am able to improve my practices. Posting this video is important especially with people making content based on “shopping hauls.” I will always be here for any rants against that!

@squidge125 Жыл бұрын

Watching a UK programme called 'sort your life out' where they put everyone's house contents in a warehouse to then reduce by 50% plus. The top noticeable thing is that every single house is overflowing with clothes, just insane amounts, my local recycling depot and local bins are overflowing all the time, nowhere locally to even do rag recycling now. I have only bought new underwear and workout clothes for years even though I earn well, but there needs to be a huge culture shift in clothing before we drown!

@hollyexley Жыл бұрын

I think that one of the biggest hinderances to anti-consumerism is rampant advertising. People are exposed to thousands of adverts every single day - manufacturing wants, needs, desires and insecurities at an alarming speed. I feel like people are not fully responsible for their own consumption habits, it's psychological warfare almost, this onslaught of advertising which is largely inescapable. I believe they call this "manufactured consent". It seems like it's a choice to live this way, but its entirely manufactured by big business and extremely hard to get out of. I feel like we need systemic solutions to hyper-consumerism. What would happen if advertising was banned? What would happen if companies were forced to make products that actually lasted a lifetime? What if we had circular economies? What if we had tool banks and shared resources within our communities? These initiatives could be more effective than waiting for individual choices to lead an anti-consumer lifestyle.

@parmisskhosravi5182 Жыл бұрын

I’ve been feeling super depressed about climate change lately, but watching this reminds me that to some degree I have control and I can work to improve things for me and the world around me :)

@lauraoldanie Жыл бұрын

We the people are the tail that wags the dog and we need to accept and step up to that responsibility. So excited to see this passionate and well-presented case for the importance of reducing our individual consumption (and gasp! degrowth) in addition to continuing to push for changes in corporate practices and regulations. We're inundated with messages that make us think consuming less is a form of deprivation and that is just not the case. Our lives become richer in so many ways once we have fewer things to shop for, maintain, clean, and obsess over. I especially appreciated how you underscored the triple bottom line in this video pointing out how other areas of our lives (and other people's) as well as the health of the planet will also improve when we reduce our consumption. What sounds more deprived in the long run - enduring the long-term health effects (to people & planet) of the aftermath of the chemical filled train accidents like the one in East Palestine, Ohio or keeping more money in your own pocket by not succumbing as much to all the messages of lack, scarcity, and insecurity our capitalist juggernaut is trying to fill your head with?

@tayloroakes8482 Жыл бұрын

I feel like government isn’t pushing this because of the economy and that is so selfish. Communities need to go back to basics

@Being_Katherine Жыл бұрын

1. I impulse buy fast food. 😅 It’s just so easily accessible when I am tired from work & wanting to eat dinner. 2. I am very thankful you are a KZfaqr because this is how I learn so much about our planet & how to appreciate it in ways I have access to. ♥️✨ Thanks Shelbs.

@zakosist Жыл бұрын

Not sure what options you have, but I started precooking a lot of food the day before work starts to I eat it for a few days forward. I think already having food brought with you is the way to fix it

@MMHay16 Жыл бұрын

Seconding what @zakosist said, if you can, find a way to store your leftovers & take them with you. Weekends are a good time to get ahead on cooking. My husband and I make up a bunch of beans and rice each weekend and make variations on bean meals / rice meals / bean + rice meals for lunch and dinner throughout the week. Burritos and fried rice are personal faves. Fried rice comes with the bonus of having lots of leftovers, and burritos come with the bonus of me not running to Chipotle any time I'm hungry ahahaha

@Rajeanreads Жыл бұрын

Absolutely fantastic video. This change in your channel has been such a welcome shift. You’re flexing your education, research abilities and advocacy muscles and it’s paying off. I appreciate these videos and these truths so much! Keep the videos like this coming ❤ I’ve been here since dumpster days and appreciate being part of this journey with you!

@jaimeerindy4573 Жыл бұрын

Love this! I often get pushback from people saying they don't need to be personal held accountable because "but the corporations!!" and it's like.... what do you think those corporations are making so much of?? The things we demand to consume.

@caitlinutt6254 Жыл бұрын

Excellent video Shelbi!❤ The zinger at the end 👏, my husband heard it from the other room and yelled “Yeah!” It is absolutely confounding how privileged folks shamelessly continue to act in their own selfish interests. I am absolutely privileged, and my basic needs are met. Therefore when I want something I always start secondhand, and I do my best to keep my money out of businesses that do not represent my ethical standards. However, a friend told me an anecdote that at her very high paying corporate job, one of her coworkers provided that whenever she vacations she shops exclusively Shein (or equivalent) so that she can THROW AWAY HER LUGGAGE on the way home to avoid the hassle… Expletives do not even begin to cover it. Keep doing what you’re doing Shelbi.

@tonileekingery Жыл бұрын

THIS IS EVERYTHING 🎉❤ YOU ARE SO AMAZING! I wish we could play this on radio, tvs, schools, everyone needs to hear this!!

@yichen4 Жыл бұрын

It drives my mom crazy that I still keep clothes from High School (15 years or more). They still fit, and it’s not falling apart 😅

@meganhamlyn1694 Жыл бұрын

Your passion is so appreciated by this group Shelbi!! My life has changed so much after finding you years ago (post dumpster diving)….more mindful, less consumption, change in outlook on the planet. I am so grateful for you!!

@jen_chaos Жыл бұрын

I definitely impulse buy sweets and candles, but I’ve done a good job quitting the candle habit! I’ve discovered I don’t actually like them much. I also consume more chocolate than I wish I did and since it is a very exploitative industry, one of my goals is to reduce my chocolate consumption.❤

@autumnblack1530 Жыл бұрын

👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾 Shelby was going tf off & I’m here for it!! Im taking inventory this weekend if things they I know i want to buy in the future (bedroom decor, spring & summer fashion) and seeking 2nd hand sustainable options.

@kat_thefruitbat Жыл бұрын

Love to feel that fire within you! 🔥👏❤️ I could also talk/listen/advocate about this topic all day long. Several years back when the whole “zero waste movement” first started (which of course resulted in even more production of new goods…😒), I remember feeling completely awakened to the problem of production and consumerism and feeling so overwhelmed by the magnitude of the problem (as you’ve explained here, it is a serious collective action problem due to its massive domino effect). Ever since that deep realization, shopping for anything (even secondhand) feels very arduous to me, because once you’re fully aware of the problem, you cannot unsee it.

@E42545 Жыл бұрын

THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOUUUU JESUS *CHRIST* I’m SO glad this popped up in my recommended- I have been saying this for years and especially recently (as someone with both a maximalist house and wardrobe) and people still can’t get over themselves and reflect on it. I’m so, so grateful to see someone with a platform making the call outs that need to be made. Actual poor people by far and away don’t and have pretty much never relied on fast fashion to clothe themselves (unless they’re the people in the countries whose garment and textile industries we’ve decimated by dumping our shit) and it’s such a piss poor excuse from middle+ class western people trying to justify an addiction to consumption. It’s not our fault for being subjected to and initially falling for the trap, but it absolutely is our responsibility to claw ourselves out of it rather than continuing to deflect blame and harm the most marginalized people and environments in the world.

@orangeandcalico Жыл бұрын

I needed this this morning. Hearing someone so passionate about this makes me want to keep fighting.

@jennaoreo Жыл бұрын

This video could not have come at a more appropriate time. I'm taking an anthro/sustainability class this semester and we're finishing up our section on consumerism and this hits the nail on the head. It's sad that the US's economy has been built to be so fragile that if we stopped shopping, or severely slowed down, there would be problems. My vice with shopping has been band tees or shirts that represent something that I like. Be it a show or a comic series.

@samanthacapell1897 Жыл бұрын

you and your videos are part of the reason i began studying environmental science three years ago - thank you ❤

@WonderboxGamerGirl Жыл бұрын

I long for the day when we have products that last for many years of use, are able to be reused and repaired. Also, this was a super great video

@juliek8361 Жыл бұрын

I’ve been watching since dumpster diving and the reason I kept watching was because I really didn’t know of any other sustainability channels! And I loved that you always talked about our impact on the planet. I’ve always loved your content ❤

@shaunnarochelle Жыл бұрын

"it's justifying exploitation in the name of your personal style and it's not acceptable." thankyou. we need to do better. if we accept this we are denying one of the core tenants that make us human - our resourcefulness. Pursue THAT rather than fast fashion and you'll feel far more human.

@sarajayne8214 Жыл бұрын

This has been one of the things I have been thinking of - people thinking of themselves and being labeled as "consumers".

@justine4652 Жыл бұрын

My husband and I love going to antique malls. Some of the stuff is pricy, but overall it is better quality and has more character. I love buying vintage or just regular secondhand off poshmark, and I'm obsessed with thriftbooks. I think shopping secondhand is more fun too because you never know what you will find

@bananamanchester4156 Жыл бұрын

I loved the Shein rant. I also loved your new slogan. Seems like you've got your pep back 😍

@NicolePivec97 Жыл бұрын

❤❤❤So well done, lady! You're preaching to the choir in me, but I am grateful to know you have hundreds of thousand subscribers. Your points on true cost were spot on. Thank you!

@lapissakura4653 Жыл бұрын

I used to impulse buy makeup. I'm so ashamed that I let trends, my fantasy self, and the rude comments in high school (I was in colorguard and the only time I wore makeup at school was before parades and shows, just so we had less to prep and some people would tell me "you don't look half bad when you have makeup on". I had accumulated so much I don't even know what to do with, to this day. I don't want to just get rid of it, but I also know it's more than a life times worth

@racheljames9187 Жыл бұрын

I did this too... I didn't buy what most people would consider lots, but way more than I actually used, and I was also gifted a lot. I found a few people on Facebook marketplace who wanted my old nail polishes, make up, unused skin creams etc - hopefully it stopped them buying a new item while they used it up.

@tyranicolereads Жыл бұрын

I’m over here shouting yes yes yes to all of this!! Shelbi, thank you for making this video and speaking the truth! I work as an environmental justice organizer in GA and this is hitting so many of the point we share in our organizing. Thank you for making this video!

@authenticallytrish Жыл бұрын

I’ve been buying less and buying second hand again thanks to your videos! Thank you 🙏🏼

@sarahbbudgets Жыл бұрын

Great timing, I'm doing a no buy this month and now I can share this video with other people to help explain why!

@naromyramirez1893 Жыл бұрын

In the past , my impulse buying was school supplies. I loved them but I am so proud that I haven’t bought any in a year. I used what I had

@croakiex9873 Жыл бұрын

The end of this video genuinely made me emotional - This video was very powerful Shelbi.

@michellesc0711 Жыл бұрын

I'm a guilty consumer of cheap dollar tree/ Target dollar spot home decor. It's sooo cheap and looks good. There are so many videos and whole communities of stay-at-home moms doing all these crafts using cheaply made China-imported goods to be able to dress their homes on a dime. The majority of the demographic of this content seem to be middle-low income families who aspire to the higher end side of home interiors but can't afford it. It's a tough situation because on one hand this is their outlet and means to make their home homey but the products are for sure not sustainable.

@Salazarsam5 Жыл бұрын

Went shopping second hand yesterday. I found some of the best and most essential clothes I have ever gotten 🌱

@aleksandrasivolob Жыл бұрын

Love what you are doing locally in your city! I hope to see you around more. My natural frugality has always kept me being eco minimal and I’m creating a dance studio in my guest room and sourcing second hand items. Even my half my paint was from the clearance rack at Lowe’s. I hope people can get involved in local activism when they have capacity. It builds community and gives hope to you and others!

@allichristine3590 Жыл бұрын

Love this topic! I am doing a no buy year. I am so sick of buying sh*t I don't need! I unfollowed everyone on IG that makes me feel influenced to buy things.

@denden798 Жыл бұрын

woo!

@sarati21 Жыл бұрын

Yes!! Love all of this! I hope we can see a shift in the future with consumerism!

@madeline3624 Жыл бұрын

I know it's a ton of work - but I would love to see you bring guests onto your channel to continue this conversation about ecominimalism -slash- the environmental impacts of hyperconsumption!

@nicoletim8095 Жыл бұрын

May I recommend sharing some info on how to fix your stuff so you don't have to throw it away? I've learned how to darn socks and sew up tears. Furniture can be refurbished, jars can be reused, etc. Not even necessarily tutorials, but like, a list of helpful skills to aquire.

@karoliinakorhonen9794 10 ай бұрын

Not only is your message great, your voice is also very pleasant to listen to.

@lkope0903 Жыл бұрын

I used to impulse buy unnecessary skincare and makeup all the time. Now I barely wear makeup and rarely change up my skincare. I will basically replace skincare if I am out of something. If I have to declutter a product because it's expired, it makes me question why if I would buy it again if I can't use it up before the expiration date. It's wild to see the difference in how much makeup and skincare I have from even 4 years ago!

@creationslandscapedesigns Жыл бұрын

I love how you are straight and matter of fact with zero bullshit. I a totally jiving with your vibe.

@graces128 Жыл бұрын

As you said in the beginning, maximalists can be eco-minimalists, and I think that's true. I think a lot of the quirky fashion folks or interior design folks thrift A LOT because you can't find those same unique things now a days.. I think I impulse buy plant stuff the most. I feel better about where I am in that though. I found all my seed starting trays used this year and buy the majority of my new plant items / plants from a local nursery that does awesome thinks for the planet and community.

@StephieOmbre Жыл бұрын

I actually got certified from the sustainable goals a few weeks ago at college so hopefully they will listen to a 19 year old now

@hannerz777 Жыл бұрын

Congrats! Take up all the space. Eff ageism.

@roserobb Жыл бұрын

I really love the message of "do both" - advocate and organize towards big changes, but also do the best you can to live an ethical life on an individual level. I've spent some time being perplexed at folks who just do the former (when they also have the privilege to make the latter choices as well), like, what do you think will happen when these big changes are made, that you can keep consuming in the same way you have been? That you can accumulate as much slow fashion as fast fashion when that's all that's available?

@janerobles7363 9 ай бұрын

Shelby, I stumbled on your videos a couple of months ago when I decided to reduce my plastic waste. I was just going to switch a few products, specifically haircare and laundry. Wow! You popped onto my screen and into my world. I can’t un-see what you’ve shown me. Thank you so much for what your doing! I’m binge watching your videos, making baby steps right now and changing habits as I learn. Keep doing what your doing!

@christinalhitz Жыл бұрын

Voters are consumers as well. We vote as a consumer with our dollar and as a citizen voter with our votes each and every election. We have the power, that is why so much money is spent each and every day to try and convince us that government is not effective. When we believe in the power of our vote we vote for those who actually make the changes we want to see. We then demand those changes happen. It is only when we divorce ourselves from OUR government that we allow it to be used to only benefit the few. Congratulations on your council seat, I love to see people being the change they want to see.

@CrankyMama44 Жыл бұрын

As always, I appreciate your little reminders of the simple things we can do to make a difference. Any chance for some fun new gardening videos coming?? :)

@dalemarie9150 Жыл бұрын

Preach Eco Queen!!! 💚🌏

@disgruntledmoderate5331 Жыл бұрын

My weaknesses are/were makeup and stationary. I am working on the stationary addiction. Makeup- I am on a no buy until I use up most of what I have. I am "project panning" my oldest makeup, and doing a monthly makeup bag for the rest so it gets cycled through (not neglected or forgotten, which makes it easier to stick to the no buy).

@stray3865 Жыл бұрын

One thing I didn't hear you mention about this issue with consumerism is also the email lists and carbon footprint that happens after you buy a product. I would love to see you touch on this at some point because it is something that goes unmentioned/unnoticed. If people were aware and could do a small/free change such as making sure to unsubscribe after they buy a product it could have a much larger impact on these emissions.

@greener336 Жыл бұрын

The way that LUSH had me brainwashed with their greenwash is low key embarrassing

@JamieOsman Жыл бұрын

something that i'm still trying to work on but is an environmental flaw of mine is having exceptions. my favorite clothing brands are urban outfitters and pacsun, so I will let myself "slide" if I happen to want something from either of those stores. also, painting my nails. i've had my nails painted pretty much all the time ever since I was growing up. it's super hard for me to give that up, because that's how I like to accessorize

@LightsHikesAndWanderlove Жыл бұрын

I'm liking and commenting because I really hope enough people see this to help make a difference.

@sarahruckhaber4654 Жыл бұрын

Your videos are always so inspiring. Your anger is contagious 😁

@arinaira1417 Жыл бұрын

Hi, 👋😊 I like your videos about sustainability. I always have a dilemma. I live in third world country and many people here become a merchant and work in informal sector (not in corporation, or 9-5 job). I know I have to consume less and not buy the things I don't need. But, my country is not rich and I know that some people are really struggling, so whenever I can, if i have more money, i try to purchase food or goods from street vendor and support small business. I always think no matter how small i can help them and contribute to their livelihood. So i still buy unnecessary things because you know sometimes it just sad to see vendors or merchant when they don't sell anything for a day....i always feel bad to buy more stuff but I hope it can help others if i buy something from them. I've been thinking from my point of view, will less demand mean less job? I mean I'm all for the climate and sustainability but somehow I begin think about people who may lose their job. I'm sorry if I didn't get the message. Thinking about sustainability always confuse me because whether we like it or not, we live by consuming.

@alanbirkner1958 Жыл бұрын

I make crafts from throw-aways. I've made decorations, gifts, and displays for a museum. Old newspapers and circulars can be baskets, paper mache, and more. Old clothes can be fabric, buttons, rugs, blankets, and more. Each dollar we spend is a vote. Tina, Al's wife

@siracornful Жыл бұрын

I have nothing insightful to say I just want this video to blow up

@DeannaLee 10 ай бұрын

Affordable clothing is secondhand clothing! I began shopping second hand a few years back. It takes patience to find that one thing you may "want" but in the meantime you can take something else out of the waste stream till you find it. As for home decor, I find lots of ",stuff" to change out for the seasons or I have even taken to making some items I love. Those items are saved or gifted. It sparks creativity that our culture is quickly loosing. (Sigh)

@rockinstrawberries Жыл бұрын

I love this video!!! This is what I’ve come to a conclusion on too, less (new) stuff = less footprint period Edit: your anger is so admirable, and I’m sooo here for it!

@faithsieting652 Жыл бұрын

I wanted to give this video a "like" probably every other minute. It's so amazing! I learn so much and get so much inspiration from your channel! You give me the courage to talk to other people about these issues.

@townsendtamara Жыл бұрын

Congrats on being elected in your community! Also this is one if your best videos yet. I think we need constant reminders NOT to shop! Thanks for all you do!!!

@jessicatumino5916 Жыл бұрын

I love that you included the UNSDG! I talk about them all the time when talking about sustainability, I feel so validated you use them too! :)

@skyera2213 Жыл бұрын

To add to your point about the huge fast fashion hauls, the hauls aren’t even just to expand one’s wardrobe but to grow ones following on tiktok and they don’t want most of the items

@angelamoynahan2627 Жыл бұрын

Love what you say and do, thank you!

@sandihumeniuk4462 Жыл бұрын

You do need to do a documentary….your knowledge and fire need to be spread further! Excellent video!!!❤

@CosnerCoPiloting Жыл бұрын

Being Frugal is important rich or poor. It is not synonymous with cheap, it’s second hand or new item shopping for products that will last! Maybe a possible video topic? Like how to find quality items, what makes them that, etc.

@Marsolan Жыл бұрын

Crying❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ such a passionate and informative video. The best video!!!

@chynalani87 Жыл бұрын

I am loving these recent videos of true honesty!

@juliadandy6019 Жыл бұрын

Your passion is evident and you are making a difference!! I hope you know!! "the world needs all the good that you can do" echos in my mind a lot, be when I think of buying something, or driving somewhere I could walk to, etc. I still have a long ways to go, but your inspiration is not only always welcomed but much needed. Thank you

@kristinaflores2125 Жыл бұрын

Your explanation of "affordable" is probably the best thing I've ever heard you say. Thank you for your work, keep going, we need more of this type of influence in the world