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Category: consumerism

By Jeremy Williams Posted on September 29, 2020September 26, 2020

How advertising normalises over-consumption

I don’t watch much television on commercial channels these days, but every once in a while there is something that my wife and I will tune into. The Great British … Continue reading How advertising normalises over-consumption

Categories: consumerismTags: fashion
By Jeremy Williams Posted on August 18, 2020August 17, 2020

Consumerism and the cycles of grace

Riders on the Storm: The Climate Crisis and the Survival of Being is the new book from Alastair McIntosh, Quaker author and activist. The book provides an overview of the … Continue reading Consumerism and the cycles of grace

Categories: books, consumerism
By Jeremy Williams Posted on July 30, 2020

When consumerism is a force for good

At Joy in Enough, we have tended to take a dim view of consumerism – the pursuit of identity and satisfaction through material goods. It is a driver of environmental … Continue reading When consumerism is a force for good

Categories: Articles, consumerism, Discussion
By Jeremy Williams Posted on April 21, 2020April 14, 2020

Slowing down and lengthening life

There appears to be a widespread consensus that many consumer goods do not last as long as in the past. Tim Cooper investigates throwaway culture and how we can encourage longevity.

Categories: Articles, consumerism
By Jeremy Williams Posted on March 31, 2020March 17, 2020

How can clothing companies encourage re-use?

The fashion industry has accelerated in recent years. There was a time when clothing brands had seasonal ranges, and launched new products three or four times a year. Some high … Continue reading How can clothing companies encourage re-use?

Categories: business, consumerism

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