Whether it’s slow living, zero waste, sustainable fashion or plastic-free living, businesses are encouraging us to invest in climate change. In an average day, we will negotiate our own values against current events, health needs, family needs, caring needs and career needs. In order to make change that will last, it must be sustainable. Making ethical living viable is often a question of budget. The very nature of consuming less should, in theory, save money. How this all adds up in practice, however, can feel quite hard to navigate.
The question, ‘Does it spark joy?’ has become a cultural shorthand thanks to Marie Kondo’s decluttering phenomena. Our connection to our possessions is a complex relationship that can bring up feelings of identity, self-worth and belonging. It’s no wonder that people…
