We now have a link to access the guide online: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2009/10/12/the-no-impact-week-guide_n_317277.html
"Ninety-nine percent of the stuff we harvest, mine, process, transport - 99 percent of the stuff we run through this production system is trashed within six months." -Annie Leonard, "The Story of Stuff"
Today's actions:
List all of the things you "need" to buy the list, then remove the things that you don't actually need. Figure out what of the rest you can purchase used, borrow, or make yourself. Try not to shop for new items throughout the week. What better things can you do with your time and money?
Instead of throwing away the trash you generate today, place it in a re-usable bag to make yourself aware of the types of trash you generate, to prepare for tomorrow.
Questions for reflection: What was the hardest part of decreased purchasing?
No Impact Man blog, August 9, 2007: "What stings is the fact that we often find that getting more isn't making us happier."
Remember: Check out the guide for more tips (like how to make things on your own)!
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