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Marthe48

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61. I know we don't all do this

Sat Dec 17, 2022, 10:25 PM

Dec 2022

but don't you think it takes a conscious effort to avoid consumerism? And practice respect for the planet? You made a commitment and I agree with your choices, and pretty much do what I can to live along the same lines. But, as you say, most people keep consuming. I am downsizing a lifelong collection and actually started a booth in a vintage mall. Capitalism relies on a vicious cycle of people buying what they don't need, and producers do all they can to feed need and want. I think another need for capitalism to remain a force is to keep moving people away from nature, and allowing more and more disrespect to the planet.

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