The ThirdEye Project

Since we’ve been talking about consumerism and is this weekend, I wanted to share some obvious and not so obvious tricks companies normally use to make us purchase more 🛍

It’s important to remember this and question if we really need something, or if we’re simply falling into a marketing trick😂

Seems like I repeat this a lot but the most sustainable thing is to purchase what you really need (this “need” will depend on each person’s lifestyle and that’s ok, as long as you’re mindful of that).

Even if you don’t care about the environment or think climate change is a hoax, do it for you! Take care of your money and get in the habit of seeing purchases as investments☺️

Did you know any of these?

Reminiscing Thailand because I’m missing traveling a little extra today 🐘 (elephant sanctuary in Chiang Mai, 2017)

Also because thanks to adopting sustainability into my life, I’ve been able to do things I would dream about when I was younger; like traveling to far places, being able to quit the 9-5 in my mid 20s, have the ability to work from anywhere, among other things.

If you focus on the mindset changes more than the actual swaps themselves, it can truly change your life. You rely less on material things, learn to appreciate what you already have, learn to put more value on quality than quantity in every aspect of your life, and you get to know yourself better (from how crafty you are to your personal fashion style, your spending habits, etc).

Sustainability can be way more than carrying our reusable water bottle everywhere or being vegan. It can be an eye opening journey 👁 (yes, journey because you never stop learning)

I’ve talked to some people in here about the pressure to look “perfect”. So this is me telling you to be shamelessly imperfect 💁🏽‍♀️, to adopt sustainability as a lifestyle more than a trend, and to not let anyone tell you you’re less sustainable for not doing or having x,y,z.

Let’s remember that we’re doing our best in a capitalist system but that also, together, we can drive behavioral change.

So never stop learning and aiming to be better, but do it for you ✨

What are some ways sustainability has changed your life? ☺️

is fast approaching so I wanted to know when and how all the madness started 😂

Even though we’re going through economic uncertainties, some people are still ready to spend on things they probably don’t need 🤷🏽‍♀️.

So here is a brief explanation on how it all started and its impact.

We’ll always advocate here for less consumerism unless you absolutely need it. But if it’s something you want it, see it as an investment and support small businesses.

Remember that the best item is the one you already own 💁🏽‍♀️.

How are you taking part of Black Friday this year? I’m in (desperate) need of white sneakers so I’ll check if my favorite brand has any deals 🙃

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Sources:
https://www.thebalance.com/why-is-it-called-black-friday-3305712
https://www.huffpost.com/entry/black-friday-history-why-is-it-called-black-friday_l_5d951322e4b02911e1154386
https://www.mentalfloss.com/article/31581/brief-history-black-friday
https://www.moneycrashers.com/black-friday-history/
https://blackfriday.com/news/black-friday-history

There’s been lots of biased opinions and judgment in the past last months. Even though there’s absolutely no excuse for racism, sexism, homophobic and misogynistic views, and climate change deniers, we might be forgetting to see outside our bubble of people that probably think like us, to dig deeper on other people’s views (what’s their background, level of education, religion, experiences, location, etc).

Understanding WHY other people think the way they do, WITH AN OPEN MIND, is not easy but definitely necessary. These elections were clearly just the beginning. With a country this divided, we still have lots of work to do to protect not only the environment but also the people.

Let’s keep raising awareness about these issues, educating ourselves, having those “controversial” conversations, and digging deeper to grow as a more conscious and respectful society. One that treats all species with respect and kindness.

Is this something you have done, do or even thought about? What are your thoughts?

Happy Monday!

I love to see so many people voting, encouraging each other, and being more politically active than ever. If you're voting, AMAZING! But I would want to also encourage you to:
-Vote but also try reducing your weekly meat intake
-Vote but also think about your purchases
-Vote but also start questioning the fashion brands you purchase from
-Vote but also inform yourself about pollution
-Vote but also learn about the relation between  people of color, the environment, and policy
- Vote but also reduce your waste at home (less food waste and plastic use)
-Vote and (please) don't STOP at voting.

The biggest mistake we can make as a society is to wait for others to fix everything. Yes, vote, so politicians know what you stand for BUT also vote every day with your dollars and actions, so companies know that we're all demanding change ✌🏽