In this season of giving, it’s easy to get caught up in the concept of “more.” Well-intentioned generosity starts sounding like, “I want to give more gifts to my niece this year,” or “I should get more for my sister.” If you’ve been making an effort to live a more sustainable lifestyle, reconciling eco-friendly practices with that inclination toward “more” in the holiday shopping season can be difficult.
This season, keep these tips in mind for more sustainable holiday shopping, without sacrificing an ounce of that beautiful holiday generosity and cheer.
Make a List
Nowadays, the holiday shopping season spans several weeks. It’s all too easy to purchase a gift on Black Friday, only to forget about it by mid-December. Make a list of the people you’d love to give gifts to and keep notes on the items you find for them. Not only will this practice help you stay organized, it’ll also give you a central place for brainstorming gift ideas so you can wow every recipient on your list!
Stay Mindful
Even the most organized shoppers can get caught up in the holiday ads and consumerism of the season. Remind yourself of your priorities and what really matters to your loved ones. More is not always better, and often a minimal or even homemade gift can express your love and care the way an expensive lineup of gadgets never could.
Read Labels
Holiday sale season and the frantic mood of this time of year can overload our logic and make us forget that the answers are usually right in front of us—maybe just buried beneath a “sale” sticker! Take your time to read labels to understand the ingredients, materials, and sustainability certifications for each product you purchase.
Conduct Research
Often, sustainable holiday shopping requires us to look beyond the label and conduct some deeper research. Before heading out on a holiday shopping trip or during an online shopping session, take time to look into the brands you’re about to purchase from. How do they source their materials and labor? What happens to their returned items? Do they opt for organic fibers and eco-friendly packaging? Decide on a few must-haves of sustainable shopping to look for in each brand you buy from.
Everyone’s actions matter in the movement to reduce environmental waste and lessen the harm of consumerism. Mindful holiday shopping puts you on the path to being part of the solution with sustainable shopping, all while you give meaningful gifts to your friends and family members.
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