Don't Be Trashy

A Practical Guide to Living with Less Waste and More Joy

Don't Be Trashy
Tara McKenna
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Paperback
h203 x 152mm - 224pg
18 Jan 2022 US
International import eta 7-19 days
9780593232965
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Learn how to dramatically reduce the waste you produce-and your stress levels-one sanity-saving step at a time in this accessible,practicalguide from the creator of The Zero Waste Collective. "You' ll feel inspired by McKenna' s thorough and accessible approach to understanding the why and how of reducing waste. "-Julia Watkins, author of Simply Living Well Say goodbye to your bursting toiletries bag, fast fashion, and all the plastic crowding your pantry. It' s time to build less trashy habits for a more sustainable and ethical life. With relatable stories, compassion, and a realistic perspective, Tara McKenna will show you how in this ultimate guide to going zero waste(ish). We' re all trapped in a wasteful convenience-based cycle, but Don' t Be Trashy offers an alternative- an approach to reducing waste that emphasizes progress over perfection. McKenna guides you month by month through a year of reducing consumption, covering-. Decluttering and turning off the flow of stuff into your home. Breaking up with fast fashion and developing a capsule wardrobe. Cutting off your supply of single-use plastic in your kitchen, cleaning supplies, and bathroom . Investing in home goods that' ll last for decades without breaking the bank. And more! Ultimately, it' s about changing your mindset to one of minimalism and conscious consumption-a mindset that' s as good for your wallet and your well-being as it is for the planet. Don' t Be Trashy will guide you to your best life-one with less waste and more joy!
"No matter where you are on your zero-waste journey, you' ll feel inspired by McKenna' s thorough and accessible approach to understanding the why and how of reducing waste. From paring down possessions to consuming consciously, Don' t be Trashy provides concrete tips for changing one' s mind-set and lifestyle in a way that feels sustainable for the earth and sustainable for (real) people. I' ve been on this journey for several years now but feel reenergized and encouraged after reading her personal experience and practical advice. "-Julia Watkins, author of Simply Living Well "Tara McKenna has crammed her new book, Don' t Be Trashy, with practical, achievable, down-to-earth guidance on living more sustainably. From decluttering and minimalism to "Less but Better" conscious consumerism to step-by-step measures for reducing waste in every area of our lives, and more, Tara' s book provides a blueprint for cutting through the literal clutter to a more joy-filled, less-trashy life. "-Anne-Marie Bonneau, author of The Zero-Waste Chef: Plant-Forward Recipes and Tips for a Sustainable Kitchen and Planet "The manual we all need to reduce our waste in ways that benefit us individually and collectively. "-Christine Platt, author of The Afrominimalist' s Guide to Living with Less "If you' ve been feeling overwhelmed by the state of the planet and want to do your part by trying low-waste living, you need to read this book. Don' t Be Trashy breaks it all down with a frank, funny, approachable, no-BS style, helping you make lower-waste choices that should free you up to enjoy what really matters in your life. "-Adria Vasil, environmental journalist and bestselling author of the Ecoholic book series
Tara McKenna is passionate about sustainability and created The Zero Waste Collective lifestyle blog and community to inspire people from all walks of life to live with less waste and more joy. With her global online community reaching thousands of readers monthly, Tara offers simple strategies to live more sustainably. Tara has a master' s degree in Urban and Regional Planning, and now works full time as an entrepreneur. Having lived and studied abroad, she is well traveled and has seen the global environmental crisis firsthand, which is why she' s motivated to ensure a sustainable future for people and the planet! She lives with her husband and black lab in Guelph, Canada.
Status: Active
ISBN-13: 9780593232965
Published: 18 Jan 2022
Published In: United States
Imprint: Rodale Books
Publisher: Potter/Ten Speed/Harmony/Rodale
Format: Paperback
Height: 203mm
Width: 152mm
Pages: 224

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