In today's world everything is moving so quickly. We get up to an alarm tired, groggy and work a 9-5 life. But why? Why such a hurry? New this, new that, more this and more of that. Doesn't it get tiring?
Let's reel back in the simpler, softer and slower life. Who's with me! Just start with decluttering. It's simple. Figure out what you actually use and what you haven't touched in a few months. You can choose to throw it out if it's in bad shape, or better yet donate if it's in decent condition :)
Now this is the tricky part! Feeling like you "need" to buy more things. Now here is an exellent rule I saw online if you go to buy something make sure it is something you don't already have one of. And if you do get something also get rid of something
(helps make sure it doesn't get cluttered again).
I know personally for me I am trying to avoid fast fashion all together. If you click the link and better yet watch the movie then you will understand. Our fast paced, always wanting more come at a cost, but whose cost will it be? Will it be the cost of a persons life? Is a $3.00 super clearance sale tshirt really WORTH A HUMAN LIFE? How about OVER 1,000 LIVES? When does this insanity end?
I believe the following to be true, "Be the change you wish to see in the world." God calls us to bear His image, and show others the Love He shows and gives us. Now being a follower of Jesus, I know He would not stand for the injustices of the "Fashion Industry". I believe He would want us to strive to rise above and help create a safer and better way for others, by means of Fair Trade. Which is why I will no longer support "Fast Fashion". I don't want others suffering for something I am going to wear a few times and get rid of; not even stopping to think about the people behind the clothes themselves.
Stores like H&M, Forever21, Pac Sun, Rue 21, Abercrombie & Fitch, Hollister, American Eagle, Victoria's Secret, Roxy, PINK, Aerie... and so many more, starting now I am done supporting! Now obviously if I was rich I would make the change overnight. But it is okay that it will be a slow process in buying better ethically sourced, organic and sweatshop free clothing and goods. And that is totally okay! Baby steps turn into huge grown up steps in the right direction! And there are tons of Fair Trade clothing stores you can purchase from too! Which I will list in my next post!
Please, please, please! Just stop and consider the "True Cost" of even just one article of your clothing! Think about if they have kids to feed, or if there loved ones died for the clothing you are wearing, or maybe the person themselves could be dead now. Just ask yourself one simple question. "Is it worth it?"
I believe the following to be true, "Be the change you wish to see in the world." God calls us to bear His image, and show others the Love He shows and gives us. Now being a follower of Jesus, I know He would not stand for the injustices of the "Fashion Industry". I believe He would want us to strive to rise above and help create a safer and better way for others, by means of Fair Trade. Which is why I will no longer support "Fast Fashion". I don't want others suffering for something I am going to wear a few times and get rid of; not even stopping to think about the people behind the clothes themselves.
Stores like H&M, Forever21, Pac Sun, Rue 21, Abercrombie & Fitch, Hollister, American Eagle, Victoria's Secret, Roxy, PINK, Aerie... and so many more, starting now I am done supporting! Now obviously if I was rich I would make the change overnight. But it is okay that it will be a slow process in buying better ethically sourced, organic and sweatshop free clothing and goods. And that is totally okay! Baby steps turn into huge grown up steps in the right direction! And there are tons of Fair Trade clothing stores you can purchase from too! Which I will list in my next post!
Please, please, please! Just stop and consider the "True Cost" of even just one article of your clothing! Think about if they have kids to feed, or if there loved ones died for the clothing you are wearing, or maybe the person themselves could be dead now. Just ask yourself one simple question. "Is it worth it?"
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