Mindful ConsumptionBook
Stuffocation
Why owning fewer, better things makes life richer—and how to buy with intention.
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A growing community is rethinking consumption:
seeking out products built to last, not to be
thrown
away.
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An Era of “Deconsumption” Is Upon Us
Consumers are moving away from wear-once culture toward lasting value, resale markets, and emotional connection to objects—forcing brands to rethink design.
Fast FactData Point
“The average American throws away 81 pounds of clothing per year.”
Mindful ConsumptionBook
Secondhand: Travels in the New Global Garage Sale
A globe-trotting look at the afterlife of our stuff—and why buying quality to begin with matters.
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2025 Resale Report: Secondhand Keeps Surging
Resale keeps outpacing traditional retail as value-minded shoppers opt for quality and longevity over novelty.
Fast FactWaste
“The average American generates 4.9 pounds of trash per day.”
Mindful ConsumptionBook
A Life Less Throwaway
Practical steps to choose “buy-for-life” items and tune out hype cycles.
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Fixation: How to Have Stuff Without Breaking the Planet
A designer’s case for repair—policy, business models, and hands-on fixes that keep goods alive.
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Resale’s Big Moment Is Here
As shoppers grow selective, resale platforms gain traction—signaling a durable shift toward pre-owned quality.
Fast FactClothing
“In the U.S., 85% of textiles end up in landfills or incinerated each year.”
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Cradle to Cradle: Remaking the Way We Make Things
A foundational blueprint for circular design—products built for reuse, not waste.
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Why Shoppers Go Quality-First Amid Price Hikes
With prices rising, consumers gravitate to brands that justify cost with durability, service, and long-term value.
Fast FactElectronics
“The world produced 62 million tons of e-waste in 2022—only 22% was formally recycled.”
Minimalism & Anti-HypeBook
Goodbye, Things
A personal, practical guide to owning less—and valuing what lasts.
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The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up
Keep only what sparks joy—and invest in fewer, better things.
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Sustainability as a Shift in Consumer Consciousness
People demand ethical, durable options—with proof at the point of purchase.
Fast FactCarbon
“Producing a new smartphone emits about 70 kg of CO₂—most from manufacturing, not use.”
Minimalism & Anti-HypeBook
Digital Minimalism
Declutter your attention—so purchases are intentional, not impulse-driven.
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Design for the Real World
A classic on responsible, durable design—products that serve people for the long term.
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EU Adopts Right-to-Repair: Obligations to Fix, Not Toss
New rules push manufacturers to enable and honor repairs—nudging buyers away from replacement-by-default.
Fast FactClothing
“Extending the life of clothes by just 9 months reduces their footprint by 20–30%.”
Design & CraftsmanshipBook
Shop Class as Soulcraft
A case for skilled hands and repair—why fixing things is good for people and society.
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Apple Expands Self Service Repair & Diagnostics
DIY repair access and official diagnostics broaden—an important signal from a market-setting brand.
Fast FactFurniture
“Americans discard over 12 million tons of furniture annually—up from 2 million tons in 1960.”
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The Story of Stuff
How products flow from extraction to disposal—and what smarter consumption looks like.
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The Conscious Closet
Build a wardrobe that lasts—quality, care, and responsible brands.
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TikTok ‘De-Influencers’ Push Back on Hauls
Creators call out overhyped products and urge restraint—an antidote to the endless “buy it” feed.
Fast FactShoes
“The U.S. throws away about 300 million pairs of shoes each year.”
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The Performance Economy
Why service- and longevity-focused business models outperform take-make-waste.
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Repair Cafés: Millions of Fixes, Majority Successful
Community repair events report strong success rates—keeping products in use and waste out of landfills.
Fast FactAppliances
“Average lifespan of small appliances like toasters has fallen to 5–6 years, down from 10–15.”
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Let My People Go Surfing
Patagonia’s founder on responsible business, durable gear, and repairing what you own.
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‘No-Buy 2025’ Challenges Shopping Habits
Popular “no-buy” pledges spread across social media, reframing status around restraint—not accumulation.
Fast FactPlastics
“Globally, we produce 400 million tons of plastic waste every year—much of it single-use.”
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The Repair Revolution
Lessons and stories from repair cafés—community, tools, and the joy of making things last.
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Why ‘No-Buy’ Keeps Resonating in 2025
Fueled by prices and fatigue with hype cycles, more people opt out—at least for a season.
Fast FactEconomics
“Planned obsolescence costs U.S. consumers an estimated $50 billion per year in premature replacements.”
Fashion & LongevityBook
Worn: A People’s History of Clothing
How clothes are made, valued, and repaired—context for buying fewer, better pieces.
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Mend!: A Refashioning Manual and Manifesto
Visible mending techniques and mindset—turn repairs into pride and keep garments in service.
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Patagonia’s Worn Wear: Scale Repair, Cut Emissions
A brand-backed repair ecosystem—from DIY guides to mail-in service—extends product life and lowers impact.
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Anti-Overconsumption & the “Rule of 5”
A growing movement urges buying fewer, better pieces—pressuring brands to enable repair and reuse.