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On Environmentalism Becoming Consumerism

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

No one person or small family needs four bathrooms, five televisions, multiple cars, a vacation home, and an RV. Rechargeable vs. Disposable Batteries – Which is… How To Pack A Waste-Free Lunch The Greener Option: Natural Beauty Products vs. Synthetic 5 Products That You Should Avoid Using. Simplify, simplify. Go Green'

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How to Establish an Eco-Friendly Lifestyle at Home

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Consider the household products you buy – reduce the toxic chemicals in your home and improve the health of your family and the planet. Involve the whole family in menu planning and meal preparation. Reuse and recycle – consumerism has taught us to throw away anything that is broken or that we no longer want or need.

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The Deadly Sins of Personal Finance

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Everyone has different circumstances to take into account, whether it’s their family structure, personal situation, luck (or lack thereof), and their values. How they are applied will differ from individual to individual, but the principles are there. Consumerism. Of course consumerism is a deadly sin of finance.

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Reasons to Avoid Debt in 2014

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

I’m sure you’ve heard: household debt is on the rise and consumerism is everywhere. I was so excited to have the freedom the book hotels in advance, shop online, and be the age of majority that I didn’t really take the time to research credit cards or learn how to use one. This is how it should be. Your Emotional Health.

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19 Articles to Help You Prepare for Back to School

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Sales Tax Holiday 2011 at Consumerism Commentary - A list of dates, states participating, the items that will be relieved of a sales tax and the maximum cost. How To Save Money on School Supplies at Green Back Gal. The Best Back to School Shopping Tips at Consumerism Commentary. So expect this weekend's store flyers to be huge.

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Having a Hard Time Getting By? 3 Budget Leaks You May Be Experiencing.

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

The pattern seems to be that will have the initial conversation with the person (usually a co-worker, family member, friend, or acquaintance), and then I will see them again shortly thereafter; in one of my meetings with them after, there tends to be something said or done that makes a lightbulb go off in my head about why they may be struggling.

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Repair, Don’t Replace

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

I used to darn my family’s socks, but now don’t. Members would learn how to fix the items or watch other volunteers who are handy and know how.”. You can take an active role in changing our throw away society to one that produces less waste, and reduces consumerism. How can you start your own repair cafe?

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