Are You Drowning in Stuff? How Consumerism is Hurting Your Wallet and the PlanetThis episode dives deep into the dark side of consumerism, exploring how our obsession with "stuff" is impacting our happiness, our wallets, and the environment. We'll crack open the myths surrounding recycling in the US, expose the shocking truth about plastic pollution, and unpack the fast fashion industry's unethical practices and environmental footprint.Join us as we discuss:The link between consumerism and unhappinessThe excessive material consumption in the USThe decline of renewable materials and rise of plastic in our environmentThe false promises of recycling and the need for sustainable alternativesThe hidden costs of fast fashion and its impact on people and planetWe'll explore how to break free from the cycle of overconsumption and make conscious choices that benefit your finances and the environment. So, if you're ready to ditch the "more is more" mentality and find true happiness, tune in!Additional Reading: Microplastics in Placenta:  https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2024/feb/27/microplastics-found-every-human-placenta-tested-study-health-impact#:~:text=Microplastics%20were%20first%20detected%20in,term%20effects%20on%20human%20health.%E2%80%9D Plastic and Cancer: https://www.breastcancer.org/risk/risk-factors/exposure-to-chemicals-in-plastic Thanks for listening! Please share with anyone you think might enjoy or benefit from this episode. Please follow us on the following platforms:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61557056849944Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/holisticgirlslll/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZ9QjlX_rk3rPdaRbSwEP1w

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