#Solutions, Life Hacks

Solutions: Thrifting for Sustainable Clothing

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Thrift Store Thrifting

Living that #NotMyPresident lifestyle anyone?

This blog mini-series is called Solutions. I’m going to show you the most effective and simplest ways to live a life of protest for the good our planet. By making tiny adjustments in our lifestyle, we can significantly reduce energy consumption and help stop climate change.

Today’s Solution is Thrifting!

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Outfit made possible by Goodwill

Did you know that the fashion industry is one of the top contributors to climate change? The fashion industry is also creating irreversible damage to our global water supply- from toxic dyes used to make clothing.

Did you know the US makes up the largest percentage of the global market for clothing?! As the primary consumers of this market, WE have the biggest impact on this pollution. Real change will start with us!

This lifehack is easy. Do not spend your hard earned money on cheap and quick fashion. Be educated of where your clothing comes from. Upcycle more. Donate or give away old clothing. Thrift. Shop local, handmade. Shop eco-friendly.

If enough people do this, we will inspire brands to find new, environmentally sustainable ways to produce their clothing.

Thrifting is a lot of fun. You never know WHAT you’ll find thrifting. There are always brands we love, in good condition and at a great price. People discover designer digs while thrifting all the time, you know.

Maybe your community hosts a monthly or weekly flea market. If you’re lucky, you’ll score some really sick vintage finds, or find new local art you fall in love with. I go to Melrose Trading Post on Fairfax and Melrose on Sundays, and I’ve scored some really unique handmade / vintage home goods, clothes, shoes and jewelry!

Last year, I decided to stop purchasing “new”, unless it was locally made, sustainably sourced, thrifted, up-cycled or handmade. The first couple of months were hard, but then when I got serious and focused on the intentions of my shopping actions, I started to manifest all of the furniture I wanted, second hand and as gifts! I haven’t looked back on shopping new.

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Pants by Thrifting. Sweater was gifted. Top is made from recycled water bottles.
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My most recent haul from Goodwill in Hollywood
I’d always wanted prismatic shoes. I found these thrifting.

The vibe of my wardrobe shifted when I minimized my stuff and started shopping with better intentions. My style is eclectic, it’s different- and I get excited to tell people how I find the clothes I wear. I give away clothes I don’t wear, I clear out my closet every year to local thrift stores, and I try not to shop that often. I like having a versatile wardrobe, with a few long-term quality handmade pieces.

Try this fun life hack for a couple months, I’d love to hear about the magic YOU discover! Tell me in the comments!

xoxo
Passion

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3 Moves to Instantly Relieve Body Tension

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Today I’m going to teach you 3 special moves to relieve body tension using Trigger Points. All you need is a blue ball! The one I’m using is a racquetball and it’s excellent- you could also use trigger point therapy balls.

I was used to tight traps and dorsal muscles- it felt normal for my shoulders to be tense by my ears. When I started practicing yoga, I became aware of the tension in my neck and shoulders. One day in class, @tinyyogini brought out some balls for us to play with and showed us these techniques. The moment I felt the ball push into my shoulder, I almost wanted to cry for happiness because it felt so good on my tight shoulders. After a few weeks, I noticed a huge difference in my posture from working on these trigger points. Releasing this tension reduced the severity of the anxiety attacks and made them more controllable. I sincerely hope this helps you 🙏

This is the third of five videos to raise funding for my Yoga Teacher Training. Click Here For Link! ♡ If you found this helpful, consider donating to my Go Fund Me! Click Here For Link! ~ Your support will support me on my journey to bring affordable & free yoga to people of all backgrounds, online and in person. Thank you!

Today I'm going to teach you 3 special moves to relieve body tension caused by Anxiety using Trigger Points. All you need is a blue ball! The one I'm using is a racquetball and it's excellent- you could also use trigger point therapy balls. Anxiety is an unwelcome, overreaction of survival instincts- If we heal the physical tension from an attack, we also reduce the anxiety we experience. For years I found no reprieve from the physical tension caused by chronic anxiety attacks. My body got so used to tight traps and dorsal muscles- it felt normal for my shoulders to be tense by my ears. When I started practicing yoga, I became aware of the tension in my neck and shoulders from these chronic attacks. One day in class, @tinyyogini brought out some balls for us to play with and showed us these techniques. The moment I felt the ball push into my shoulder, I almost wanted to cry for happiness because it felt so good on my tight shoulders. After a few weeks, I noticed a huge difference in my posture from working on these trigger points. Releasing this tension reduced the severity of the anxiety attacks and made them more controllable. I sincerely hope this helps you 🙏 This is the third of five videos to raise funding for my Yoga Teacher Training. The Goal is 3K by VDay ♡ If you found this helpful, consider donating to my Go Fund Me! The link is in the profile~ Your support will support me on my journey to bring affordable & free yoga to people of all backgrounds, online and in person. Thank you!

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