@@im_preppy367we really do tho, you don’t need like 20 Stanley’s if you already have a perfectly fine water bottle. Just sounds like overconsumption and greed.
@@lovelysophxox overconsumption can only be decided FOR YOU. Your "not needed" is NOT universal. so no, we don't need more people who think their standard should not be everyone's. if you don't need it, don't buy it - and if its not your money spent, stay silent. realistically speaking MOST people have 1 Stanley. MOST people only buy the plastic bins THEY WILL USE. Most people buying to-go utensils are people who DONT WANT to take metal ones - its messy unnecessarily. Most blue-collar workers don't have a reliable lunch/meal time - it's actually pretty shit trying to wash cutlery in the middle of a housing development...
I'm actually stating to see a new trend. We have new influencers making videos called "de-fluencers" they make videos like reviewing viral products that you don't need! I've been seeing a lot!
@@AnaDiaz-wz4cf should I turn my platform into something like this? I been thinking many years what to do on here that's actually sustainable and productive.. would yall like to see more upcycle content like this or like, gardening tips and encouragement? Lmk I have a lot of knowledge I'd like to share with the masses!!
@@highdoll it’s really not. An influencers job is right in the name. It’s to influence peoples opinions. Influencing people to buy things they don’t need is not the only option.
I really feel like all of these have their own purpose though. Those to-go kits are great for on the go or camping and won't scratch your bags/plates, nor make loud noises when moving them around in your bag. And the cheap plastic plates are a life saver if you're broke and don't want to use a full nice ceramic plate for just a sandwich or as a plant holder/pet food holder. Plastic is good for travel.
This is definitely a breath of fresh air! We don’t need to consume so much! If I want something small I just remind myself “I won’t even remember this thing in a month” lol
I'm going to use that as a benchmark against impulse purchases. I have very quirky taste, so usually the things I'm drawn to are the only one available. That means that there is the fear of missing out pressure of "if I don't get it now, it could be gone"... But that still doesn't mean that buying *everything* is a great choice. It's okay to miss out on stuff. It's just stuff. So thank you for phrasing it in that really practical way.
@@mungbean345Same! Although I did find some fabric for sale that I literally kept thinking about for probably a month so I got it 😂 It'll be a jacket & pants someday if there's enough of it!
Good will is not the best thrift store, but it's so much better than Target, Walmart , ext. If you can find a better one in ur area that's great but it's still better then not thrifting at all.
What's up with Goodwill?? Recently I was buying a used book on Amazon and saw that one option was coming from Goodwill... as a thrift store lover for decades this felt dystopian. I did not purchase that book. Maybe I'm wrong and it's a good thing?? Idk, I just moved into a studio apartment that is transient AF ... it's the best dumpster diving I've ever seen. Ppl even leave items out in the open area near the elevator sometimes free to take. I had to move suddenly, and didn't have time to sort everything I want to keep, it's in storage but I'm doing the purge in June and am considering what to do with everything I'm not keeping. There is another thrift store in my area I know for a fact posts online, too. It's for animal charity. But shouldn't they put it on the floor to sell, too?? Not hoard it in the back to sell online. So confused what to do.
@@PeachyKins It's really not that big of a deal. Just buy the books!! Goodwill does not pay their employees a livable wage, but literally no retail company pays their employees a livable wage. Goodwill is also a big corporation, and all corporations are bad. But they're also still a thrift store, which makes them automatically much better than any other big corporation because buying anything used will ALLWAYS be better than creating new things.
@Lauren-hc1zz I don't support Goodwill. They are a corporation that saves TONS of money on product operations because the customers supply they inventory! They also pay below market minimum wage disguised as "job training " and they don't donate to charities except for tax cuts. I donate and support local rescue missions and the Salvation Army that uses the thrift stores to generate funds for charities and relief aids. They depend a lot on volunteers (so people choose to just work for a couple of hours for a good cause instead of made to be at an employer for 8+ hours, everyday getting paid low wages).
@@buttarain27 That's really good and I agree with everything you're saying I just also think that if it's between buying a new waffle maker at target and getting a used one at good will It's better to get the used one.
THIS is how you encourage people to be more sustainable and environmentally conscious. No passive aggressive/judgmental attitude, no pretentiousness, just straightforward and right to the point
I think even more than being environmentally conscious which I agree we should all be, a lot of people don't realize that hyper-consumerism adds up financially. I know many people who'll save up to buy something expensive and unnecessary but will struggle to afford rent or their regular bills. That's not healthy.
At the same time this is difficult. This is how my dad hoards tons of shit that just takes up our living spaces. He keeps every piece of wood, every screw, everything even when it's unusable. This would only make it worse and I'd be forced to live in it. Obviously most of these are 100% useful for this, I was thinking more of reusing plastic things for storage as if my dad saw it like this, he'd keep every single thing just in case and we'd just have piles of trash lying around.
@@boochi7087 Oooh this is true, and I agree!! Not falling into overconsumption and fads has all kinds of benefits! Like I’m a college student and I see it happening all the time around me, people buying a new lululemon set and a shit ton of Starbucks cups, yet they’re behind on rent… it’s all about knowing which things are priority and being able to go without unnecessary things
@@lil_doggo_of_doom I didn’t think so? I personally feel like the creator made it clear that they were just providing cheaper alternatives to trends and reducing overconsumption, not to take a jab at anyone. Tbh I originally wrote this comment bc before I saw this video, I saw another zero-waste/sustainability influencer post one that came off as VERY judgmental and passive aggressive
Honestly whenever my family is near an ikea we be buying the like 1.25 set of 5 plates bc they genuinely are so nice. (They do happen to release deadly chemicals if you heat them up a bunch rapidly)
@@Throatzillaaathey work great for college students that don’t want to break everything when moving back and forth and actually hold up really well against heat and staining
friendly reminder that the order of "reduce reuse recycle" is order of importance. you should try to reduce as much consumption of new items as possible, failing that, when you HAVE to get new things, try to reuse them in as many different ways as you can, when or if that fails, you should recycle them. people often though just take the triangle as "recycle if it happens to be convenient in the moment, and then the recycle can will get dumped in the same dumpster later anyway"
Same. That and they don't even put out the quality items. They literally save anything of quality and auction it off separately or give employees first choice at my local shop.
It's more than just that. Some people actually have an addiction to shopping either for ways of coping with something, or just in general. Which is one of the main causes of hoarders.
@@BercudaI mean, it’s a part of it. They should seek help but this sort of thing has basically become so normalized. ESP since people spend hours a day just consuming what is basically advertisements. They don’t even realize they are being influenced sometimes. Hopefully in a few years we’ll see people coming to their senses.
Aw man yes! 😅 When my husband and I were looking for a place to live for the first time after our wedding we went for a studio apartment and for its size it has worked super well for us. If we even had the money to get just a regular apartment or bigger that would mean accumulating more things since there’s more space to fill. Living in a studio has helped us focus more on the basic essentials and living simply since we’re limited on space anyways. 😊
@@Bercuda Those people make up such a small percentage of those contributing to this problem. Most people KNOW they shouldn’t be buying half as much crap as they do, but they do it anyway.
Yes! Then one can have the money to buy what will bring true peace, like a quiet cabin in the forest like I did at 28 years old. It's totally possible if you don't give up. 😁👍
@@QueenofWheels that too tbh, i mean, but we need more people on social media showing how to save money, after all, kids learn from that, and the best for them is to learn to save money and not but everything that is a trend or something
If you go out thifting dishes, PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE lead test them before use. I got an 8 place setting of beautiful corelle dishes that I can't use due to lead. A lead testing kit costs around $10 to $15 dollars and you can bring it with you while you thrift. Stay safe and happy thrifting!
@@Aemberlyn babes - lead is literally poisonous. It damages the brain development of children, it harms the cardiovascular system, and there is no way to get rid of it in your body. Do not expose yourself to it, because it builds up over time and damages your health! There is no conspiracy here - anything not-updated (like old pipes) is something you should avoid wherever you can. If it still exists, it isn't because it's secretly fine.
and this is why i buy the plastic ones. Also we have accident prone peoples in our home and sorry but not going to constantly buy more glass plates just to break them. Rather have plastic bec they will last longer in my house XD
I work in a second hand store, instead of lead testing I would just recommend looking for a name brand item instead, and then google lensing it to check for lead. Easy and simple☺️
this is the type of videos that should get viral. it's exhausting to watch endless videos with the same message: "buy this product, you need it". overconsumption is a real problem, i hope i see more videos like this
The cheap plates are the only thing i disagree with. Just buy the amount you need (like 4 for a household), and get the ones you love. They don't need replacing often
@@namedrop721 My household has two people. We wash the dishes as soon as we're done eating. When we have friends over, it's never more than two. Of course, you'd adapt the number you'd need to your own situation. But my parents used to have more than 50 plates, for absolutely no reason; i found that pointless so only got the necessary.
Like 10 years ago, I bought a pack of corelle dinner plates. They are amazing! Very lightweight, microwave safe, dishwasher, they stack so well and take hardly any space, durable. They were not even that expensive like $4 a plate.
I agree with all of these except the utensil one. I don’t want to loose any from my set so I like having ones that I don’t feel so bad loosing or having a decent bag or container that will hold them, as they would get loose often and I would have to empty my entire bag looking for them.
KEEP 👏🏻DOING 👏🏻THESE👏🏻 it’s so nice to see someone making a video reminding people to not get so lost in having to have the next best new thing all the time!!
Same here. Sure I’ve literally never used it for anything else but eggs, but rest assured it’s seen hundreds of uses for being a gimmick Actually I forgot because it’s been so long since single life, but I used to use it fry up a single serving of peanuts for upma. Obviously if you’re making for more, use a bigger skillet
@@Kim_Marie97 Why would that be better than buying a pan? Egg rings are usually the same price, annoying to use, and would have even fewer used than a small pan!
Thanks for the advice, but somehow I disagree with most of them lol. 1. The utensils will just fall out if I wrap it in a towel thingy, so I’d rather buy the kit 2. The cheaply made plastic plates aren’t bad and they don’t break unlike glass or other materials 3. Some of those “gimmicky” stuff are actually quite helpful, like the mini pan because they let me create perfectly shaped eggs and are good when I only want one egg 4. Those soft plastic things you used to be drawers break quite easily, so instead I would invest in studier drawers that I know will last me years
great points, but if u still have usable products or getting them secondhanded it's mostly recommended because overconsumption is a growing problem today
plastic plates also contaminate food with chemicals and get easily torn up in the washing machine. In fact you can possibly thrift them too, if you like them that much. Dont like her wrap? Wrap yours better, like a burrito. Use a twine to tie it. You can still make one egg in a big pan, even shape it with a spatula if you make even a tiny bit of effort.
I save so many containers to use in my greenhouse that the new joke phrase whenever we buy anything is "You know what I can do with this? Plant in it!" I'm especially fond of Maxwell coffee containers
Just a little credit to the plastic dish sets: if you have sensitive ears and can’t stand the clanking noise of traditional dishes hitting each other, those are a great alternative. I still have my thrifted plates from years ago for when I have dinner parties but use the plastic ones daily to avoid hurting my ears:)
Fr. That is me, I hate the sound and texture of ceramic, and i recently convinced half my family to get plastic. Legitimately the best couple months of my life, i can actually enjoy myself at dinner.
@@anitalauer2715brand new plastic dishes are already unhealthy as is, used ones are so much worse. They degrade and get micro-scratches that harbor bacteria. You do not want your food touching any of that.
Sometimes I realize I don’t need to shop I just want to acquire. So I find something easy to win at. Like a simple video game, looking for new music, cleaning something easy to see progress in, cooking something easy, or just drawing doodles. Shopping may just be a symptom of the problem of feeling anxious/sad and there are many other cures.
People highly underestimate Thrifting tableware and kitchen items. A lot of it never gets used anyways and you can find some quality designer pieces and create a theme for your kitchen. Most of them were made almost 10 to 20 years ago anyways and the Quality exceeds current day items by landslide.
I've only ever seen dinky scratched up partial sets at my thrift store. Occasionally you run into nice things like FiestaWare, but then see it's marked up more than a full set on eBay.
Those thrifted plates are literally $0.25 new or max $0.50 (Walmart vs Target), I’d much rather know what’s been on those plates than not since it’s plastic. Ceramics is no issue tho, but thrifting is more expensive than new a lot of times so not worth it anymore
Instead of plastic bins, I’ve been crocheting little basket/drawer dividers for things in my bedroom out of yarn scraps and yarn I’d bought for projects that didn’t pan out. As a bonus, I can make them all the exact shape and size to fit the drawers and hold what I have.
I keep boxes from my fancier skin care products because they are sturdier haha, and then organize them/cut/tape them and use them to organize my huge beauty drawer built into the wall.
I found mine in the clearance (section and) they’re often all I use. Food doesn’t stick nearly as much. They weigh less, store well, break less and I feel more comfortable using them for alternative, more finicky things like setting plants on them, using them for painting, and if im a little to lazy to grab a cutting board I feel like there’s less of the scratching and clanking. (the edit)
i got some to use in the dorms! i much prefer them to ceramic for dorm use because they don't shatter when i inevitably drop them on the way to wash them.
@@StaryyXx you can’t get cancer from a water bottle lol. You get cancer by your cells when the normal processes that control cell behaviour fail and a rogue cell becomes the progenitor of a group of cells that share its abnormal behaviours. And yes I copy pasted that.
BEST BEST BEST ADVICE THANK YOU. we often get so caught up with consumerism we end up tossing many of the stuff we buy or just forget about it. thank you
Okay but like grabbing some $0.25 plastic plates that are dishwasher and microwave safe at Walmart as I’m heading to the check out is definitely more convenient than running to a thrift store (don’t even have one within 20 miles) and hoping/ searching for some cheap plates that meet those same standards lol it’s just a convenience purchase. It’s not that deep 😅
My parents had some for almost 10 years (but from Pier 1, I know a blast from the past) until I ended up with them. I used them for 3 years until they met their demise. I finally had to get rid of them because I didn't feel they were safe anymore with all the cuts in them.
Eh, my parents have Pyrex and Corningware from when THEY were kids in the 60s. We also got some at the thrift store for .25 a plate 20 years ago now. Glass. Lasts. Forever. I'd only get plastic if breakage or weight was an issue.
@@sanityseeker Unfortunately, pyrex and Corning Ware isn't made like it used to be. Corning sold it and the new company changed the formula to a less durable glass. Keep thrifting!
When thriftng plates and other things you'll be eating off of always check the brand to see if they previously had lead in there products. A lot of the paint and decorations in vintage objects are leaded so its better to check before buying.
You should follow LeadSafeMama. New products are loaded with lead as well. Anything with decoration is almost guaranteed to have it, mercury, or nickel at high levels.
@@sanityseeker I'm mainly referring to older pieces that don't have the refining and protection newer ones do. Like the glaze wearing off or having larger amounts of heavy metals. A lot of vintage pieces were made before regulations were put into place so they can be a higher risk.
thank you for providing examples and showing the direct benefits as well. some people (myself) often get stuck doing what we know how to do, and sometimes having to learn what to do is a barrier in itself.
I agree! Except the tiny, fried-egg size pan. I don’t even eat eggs but it’s so useful, especially if I just need to cook one clove of garlic, or toast a few dry spices
Exactly, great for an egg, for some chopped bacon, for tempering spices, for melting butter... Mine is an inexpensive carbon steel one that is indestructible and I also use it to press sandwiches or Korean filled pancakes 😂
Although those 25 cent plates form Walmart are heavenly, for college they were my lifesaver, only ones that were cheap and microwaves safe, and I had no thrift stores nearby.
My college town has like 6 thrift stores near us however plastic is easier for travel/packing and for not worrying that it got ruined bc it's plastic and you only paid 50 cents for it.
These comments are insane lol. Y’all - this is simply supposed to make you question your consumer habits. It’s not a hard and fast rule that you CANT buy these things, but rather suggesting ways you could forgo buying these items. If you feel your life is bettered by plastic plates and acrylic containers then absolutely go for it! But if you’re just shopping to shop (or if you were “influenced!!”) then it is reasonable to question your consumer habits
Just watched a 40 min video and the lady was talking about these crazy ass "influencers" that just do shyt for the camera and the problem they have w consumerism
@@s.r6331 that sounds like a really important topic that is worth being discussed! I’m so glad there are creators speaking out about this type of thing. Like don’t get me wrong, we’ve all likely indulged in a little retail therapy here and there so I’m no saint, but there are really easy ways to lessen environmental/consumerist impacts in every day life which take nearly zero effort!
I often shop to shop, but at thrift stores. I highly enjoy it, and I'm very good at only buying things I'll actually use (usually clothes). It's self care for me, it's very calming and enjoyable. I did once buy an 8 cup measuring cup (it's the size of our glass bowls) but we've actually put it to good use! Helpful for ice cream making :)
Some of this was useful but also those “cheaply made plastic plates” are actually pretty good for the price. They last very long according to how I use them. I put them through my dishwasher literally like 3 times a week from how much I use them. I drop them, put VERY hot food on them, and they are looking almost the exact same as when I bought them.
I have the bowls of those in pink and they work well also. I’ve had them for maybe 2 or 3 years now and they’ve been through the dishwasher so many times and in the microwave a lot and still have the same pink color so I’d say they’re pretty good for such a low price
They do last a while I’d buy them. I agree with this video except for that part because thrifted plates and all can have lead in them depending on how old
I have them too they look new after over a year of use, the bowls look even better, like brand new! Very easy to clean, won't break if dropped, and don't possibly have lead in them 😅
One problem with the thrift store advice is that these days most "thrift" stores are so expensive, and those who actually need them the most often can't afford them. Also, they're now filling up with the cheaply made plastic junk people get rid of, instead of the nicer and older items that are made to last. Sometimes thrift stores are even selling dollar store junk at marked UP prices. Thrift stores are not at all what they used to be. 😊
i genuinely believe that there is enough clothing to go around :) donations are made daily in heaps. i wish it was more normalized to purchase used instead of continuously buying new
Cheaply made products that dont last are sadly the normal in most circumstances nowadays Edit: if thats not the case it usually has at least one piece that is specifically manufactured to be impossible to replace or at least very expensive and irritating to do so
I literally found a pair of pants at a thrift store that were still in stock at my local Kmart- priced HIGHER than the kmart price! Thrift stores are getting ridiculous- it's now cheaper to buy new than second hand.
Depends where you live, there's still plenty of good thrifting to be had many places. Plus you have sites like Vinted and Ebay that can help you grab reasonably priced second hand goods. Thrifting isn't just about getting things at bargain bucket prices anyway, it's about making an active choice to purchase pre-owned to ensure your money isn't going to new made shit that'll end up on land fill. If more folk did the same, it would perhaps lower stores habit of building mass produced items.
You can make small portions in a big pan too. Just heat the pan up before you add the egg and it will stay in a small shape. Same goes for pancakes@@neeeeeaae4736
Thank you for creating this page ! People need to see this on their feed. I did a no spend January (don’t buy anything that isn’t necessities or bills) and I made a list of things I WANTED to buy during the month. I reviewed the list in February and realized I didn’t need any of it!
That's a really good idea! Love that! It truly is amazing how much we buy on impulse. I know when I don't end up buying something, I have usually forgotten about it shortly after leaving the store!
It’s great to have a 40oz cuz that fits in a cup holder. I got one for convenience but honestly I think the hype is insane. Its still just a water bottle
Those 50 cent plates and cups and bowls are actually really good quality and if you don’t drive and rely on delivery, the thrift stores don’t deliver so it’s a very good affordable option for disabled people or college students or anyone who is broke and needs dishes and doesn’t have transportation to go to a physical store.
I don’t think the video was geared for that kind of situation more for the ones that see these target haul videos and feel like they need everything on it when they really don’t . I agree some of the deals are perfect for college students ect .
Yeah, don't be hating on those .50 target plates/bowls, we've been using the same set of those for almost 2 years, and still look perfectly fine. You'll have a hard time thrusting cheaper, and they'll already be worn, and if they're ceramic they can break.
For anyone who likes to crochet/sew you can totally make a little carrier for your fork, knife, and spoon with small button that keeps them all secure so that nothing goes sliding around in your bag😎
Yup, literally made this to store my crochet hooks lol, although I kept the original plastic bag inside to hold my 1.0mm to 3.5mm hooks so they don't slip out
Also, chopstick boxes! The nicer sets usually come in a larger, longer wooden box cuz they have the resting platforms and stuff, so if you already own them slap down a paper towel if there's fabric inside and then stuff everything in. Plus, they are just really neat. My husband and I got some nice wooden ones years ago and they came in a very cool box with some awesome art and we bring it everywhere cuz we eat a lot lol. If it doesn't have a latch system you can just wrap a rubber band around each end and you're set. Forks, knives, spoons, chopsticks, and anything else you might need all done and dusted for the price of 2 quality sets of chopsticks that you'll use all the time if you use them at all. Also, shout out to the smaller boxes of seasoning (like cilantro and such) that you can pick up at Walmart and stuff. The little plastic tins work super well for all sorts of bits and bobs. When I was still knitting, I used them for my tiny darning needles, buttons, etc. They're clear, snap shut, and best of all they're shallow so you can see pretty much everything you've got just by looking at both sides of the tin. We also put spare batteries that don't have a place in those so they're not rattling around the junk drawer potentially blowing up and leaking on everything else.
If you can't sew, get a bamboo mat for rolling sushi and weave some elastic through, glue the ends, and you have an easy, washable mostly biodegradable, inexpensive utensil roll
If you cover them with contact paper, it also helps them last longer and prevents them from getting wet if you have them in places like the kitchen or bathroom! My desk drawers looks nearly as good as those fancy influencer desk drawers, except all my little compartments are made of cardboard!
As a mexican who lives in Mexico, whenever I visit the US this is what I struggle the most with. Seeing products in the shelves that I know are not necessary but are over produced due to the country’s excessively consumist culture. It’s a bit of a suffocating feeling.
i work at a target and even i am so overwhelmed by the amount of items we have on the floor. you guys don’t even see the backrooms :(( it’s so much and it even causes issues for us workers cause with the over filling of products the stores looks messy and gives us way to much to clean up and fix before closing. me and my coworkers always complain about why we get truck of things that we are already overflowing with lol
For us too. I hate seeing ppl make more cups/ plates/ mugs/ water bottles just to slap their own logo on it. These products fill goodwill up, and my Facebook group ppl always trying to get rid of things for free.
I absolutely love this content. I currently live in a studio apartment and try to have only the minimal I do not like my apartment to be crowded. So every time I go to the stores I ask myself “do you need another one of these” the one you have at home works great
I hear you on that, I used to travel all the time for work, and eating with plastic utensils is really not the thing. Smart to bring your own quality set.
Or for kids, my mom tried the "wrap up home utensils in a cloth napkin" method with me in middle school and was very distraut to lose an entire setting of her pattern when the bundle got thrown out by accident
I have one too. They sell in the lunch box section a metal version and keeping those at work was a game changer also sets to keep with conversation/competition things for my traveling sports kids. I don’t want them losing the ones we have for normal silverware
Aren't you a breath of fresh air! This is the advice the Internet needs. Good job, dear!
Thank you
you’ve got 777 likes… 778 now…
Preaching to the choir…..
Yesss. They want us to consume, consume, consume. Stay aware.
It's just common sense though lol
"Use it up, wear it out, make do or do without" is a quote we need to bring back into our system of ethics and behaviors.
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I read that as “make out with it” 😭
@@Uniquestarz112 O.K. Goodbye to them.
"make do and mend" is the mantra my elders taught me. Never throw it away if you can fix it or give it away to someone who will.
Also repair it if possible. Try to buy old things have already stood the test of time and are also more commonly repairable.
we need more people like you, consumerism is off the charts
In my opinion we don't
(NOT HATE)
@@im_preppy367sounds like hate to me.
@@im_preppy367we really do tho, you don’t need like 20 Stanley’s if you already have a perfectly fine water bottle. Just sounds like overconsumption and greed.
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@@lovelysophxox overconsumption can only be decided FOR YOU. Your "not needed" is NOT universal. so no, we don't need more people who think their standard should not be everyone's. if you don't need it, don't buy it - and if its not your money spent, stay silent. realistically speaking MOST people have 1 Stanley. MOST people only buy the plastic bins THEY WILL USE.
Most people buying to-go utensils are people who DONT WANT to take metal ones - its messy unnecessarily. Most blue-collar workers don't have a reliable lunch/meal time - it's actually pretty shit trying to wash cutlery in the middle of a housing development...
Finally, we have a person who use stuff that they already have❤
Honestly thank you. I get constant stream of videos telling me BUY BUY BUY!! but it feels nice to be told and reminded that i truly don't need it :)
I think the same. In every video, TikTok, post ecc. I see stuff like “buy this and buy that…” stopppp🥲
I'm actually stating to see a new trend. We have new influencers making videos called "de-fluencers" they make videos like reviewing viral products that you don't need! I've been seeing a lot!
@@AnaDiaz-wz4cf it's super refreshing
amen to that!! the truth is we don’t need it even if our instincts tell us we do..!😅☝🏽
@@AnaDiaz-wz4cf should I turn my platform into something like this? I been thinking many years what to do on here that's actually sustainable and productive.. would yall like to see more upcycle content like this or like, gardening tips and encouragement? Lmk I have a lot of knowledge I'd like to share with the masses!!
thank you!! influencers are so focused on selling/linking recently we forget that we have too much already. not everything needs to be bought!
Yeah!
That’s literally an influencers job?
@@highdoll it’s really not. An influencers job is right in the name. It’s to influence peoples opinions. Influencing people to buy things they don’t need is not the only option.
@highdoll yeah… its a messed up job, but some people do it more responsibly than others
I really feel like all of these have their own purpose though. Those to-go kits are great for on the go or camping and won't scratch your bags/plates, nor make loud noises when moving them around in your bag. And the cheap plastic plates are a life saver if you're broke and don't want to use a full nice ceramic plate for just a sandwich or as a plant holder/pet food holder. Plastic is good for travel.
This is definitely a breath of fresh air! We don’t need to consume so much! If I want something small I just remind myself “I won’t even remember this thing in a month” lol
I'm going to use that as a benchmark against impulse purchases. I have very quirky taste, so usually the things I'm drawn to are the only one available. That means that there is the fear of missing out pressure of "if I don't get it now, it could be gone"... But that still doesn't mean that buying *everything* is a great choice. It's okay to miss out on stuff. It's just stuff. So thank you for phrasing it in that really practical way.
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That’s a really good way to check yourself. I’m stealing it 😂
Not even a month just the next day! Give yourself 3 days, if you still feel like you need it, buy it.
@@mungbean345Same! Although I did find some fabric for sale that I literally kept thinking about for probably a month so I got it 😂 It'll be a jacket & pants someday if there's enough of it!
Reminder that goodwill isn't the only thrift store in many places, and that if you can you should look out for literally anywhere else if possible
Good will is not the best thrift store, but it's so much better than Target, Walmart , ext. If you can find a better one in ur area that's great but it's still better then not thrifting at all.
What's up with Goodwill?? Recently I was buying a used book on Amazon and saw that one option was coming from Goodwill... as a thrift store lover for decades this felt dystopian. I did not purchase that book. Maybe I'm wrong and it's a good thing?? Idk, I just moved into a studio apartment that is transient AF ... it's the best dumpster diving I've ever seen. Ppl even leave items out in the open area near the elevator sometimes free to take. I had to move suddenly, and didn't have time to sort everything I want to keep, it's in storage but I'm doing the purge in June and am considering what to do with everything I'm not keeping. There is another thrift store in my area I know for a fact posts online, too. It's for animal charity. But shouldn't they put it on the floor to sell, too?? Not hoard it in the back to sell online. So confused what to do.
@@PeachyKins It's really not that big of a deal. Just buy the books!! Goodwill does not pay their employees a livable wage, but literally no retail company pays their employees a livable wage. Goodwill is also a big corporation, and all corporations are bad. But they're also still a thrift store, which makes them automatically much better than any other big corporation because buying anything used will ALLWAYS be better than creating new things.
@Lauren-hc1zz I don't support Goodwill. They are a corporation that saves TONS of money on product operations because the customers supply they inventory! They also pay below market minimum wage disguised as "job training " and they don't donate to charities except for tax cuts. I donate and support local rescue missions and the Salvation Army that uses the thrift stores to generate funds for charities and relief aids. They depend a lot on volunteers (so people choose to just work for a couple of hours for a good cause instead of made to be at an employer for 8+ hours, everyday getting paid low wages).
@@buttarain27 That's really good and I agree with everything you're saying I just also think that if it's between buying a new waffle maker at target and getting a used one at good will It's better to get the used one.
Amen! We need WAY more videos like this! Reuse, recycle, and don't buy nonsense. Love the message!
Hell yeah
it's funny cause a restaurant I worked in taught me that phrase, "reduce, reuse, recycle." comes in handy
@@ashanddoodles13I remember being taught it in kindergarten which is probably a good thing cause that still sticks with me
"don't buy nonsense!"
Don't tell the collectors this 😂
I agree with everything except reusing plastic food containers.
THIS is how you encourage people to be more sustainable and environmentally conscious. No passive aggressive/judgmental attitude, no pretentiousness, just straightforward and right to the point
I think even more than being environmentally conscious which I agree we should all be, a lot of people don't realize that hyper-consumerism adds up financially. I know many people who'll save up to buy something expensive and unnecessary but will struggle to afford rent or their regular bills. That's not healthy.
At the same time this is difficult. This is how my dad hoards tons of shit that just takes up our living spaces. He keeps every piece of wood, every screw, everything even when it's unusable. This would only make it worse and I'd be forced to live in it. Obviously most of these are 100% useful for this, I was thinking more of reusing plastic things for storage as if my dad saw it like this, he'd keep every single thing just in case and we'd just have piles of trash lying around.
@@boochi7087 Oooh this is true, and I agree!! Not falling into overconsumption and fads has all kinds of benefits! Like I’m a college student and I see it happening all the time around me, people buying a new lululemon set and a shit ton of Starbucks cups, yet they’re behind on rent… it’s all about knowing which things are priority and being able to go without unnecessary things
I mean it is kinda passive aggressive
@@lil_doggo_of_doom I didn’t think so? I personally feel like the creator made it clear that they were just providing cheaper alternatives to trends and reducing overconsumption, not to take a jab at anyone. Tbh I originally wrote this comment bc before I saw this video, I saw another zero-waste/sustainability influencer post one that came off as VERY judgmental and passive aggressive
those plates are amazing!! they are cheap, last long, sturdy, come in many cute colors
Agree work great👍🏻
@PurpleBunny_709 lol they work great? I dunno if I've ever come across a plate that didn't "work great" as it's essentially a flat surface for food.
Honestly whenever my family is near an ikea we be buying the like 1.25 set of 5 plates bc they genuinely are so nice. (They do happen to release deadly chemicals if you heat them up a bunch rapidly)
@@Throatzillaaathey work great for college students that don’t want to break everything when moving back and forth and actually hold up really well against heat and staining
friendly reminder that the order of "reduce reuse recycle" is order of importance. you should try to reduce as much consumption of new items as possible, failing that, when you HAVE to get new things, try to reuse them in as many different ways as you can, when or if that fails, you should recycle them. people often though just take the triangle as "recycle if it happens to be convenient in the moment, and then the recycle can will get dumped in the same dumpster later anyway"
The thrift stores in my area hiked their prives so high that I have to go to Target to save money. 😭
Real
Same. That and they don't even put out the quality items. They literally save anything of quality and auction it off separately or give employees first choice at my local shop.
The fact a set of dishes costs nearly 50$ at my thrift store and its cheaper to get a 30$ dinner set from Walmart 😂
Literally selling used water bottles empty for more than the water was new 😔
Yep
Whenever I feel the urge to buy something new I go and declutter a cupboard and it reminds me I already have way more stuff then I ever use
That’s so smart :0!!
I recently discovered if I have an urge to go shopping, I'll just do an instacart order. It fulfills my desire without wasting any money!
@@yeralmuzikawhat’s that
then i buy myself something new as a reward for decluttering 😭
so smart! it really works so well to curb shopping impulses!
It is so hard to fight the consumerism of our culture! Thank you for the inspiration!
Thank you we need more people like u who know how to use stuff instead of buying what u don’t need
Anti-consumerism i love it! People really be out there buying too much for things they dont even need.
It's more than just that. Some people actually have an addiction to shopping either for ways of coping with something, or just in general. Which is one of the main causes of hoarders.
@@BercudaI mean, it’s a part of it. They should seek help but this sort of thing has basically become so normalized. ESP since people spend hours a day just consuming what is basically advertisements. They don’t even realize they are being influenced sometimes. Hopefully in a few years we’ll see people coming to their senses.
So many hoarders 😅
Aw man yes! 😅 When my husband and I were looking for a place to live for the first time after our wedding we went for a studio apartment and for its size it has worked super well for us. If we even had the money to get just a regular apartment or bigger that would mean accumulating more things since there’s more space to fill. Living in a studio has helped us focus more on the basic essentials and living simply since we’re limited on space anyways. 😊
@@Bercuda Those people make up such a small percentage of those contributing to this problem. Most people KNOW they shouldn’t be buying half as much crap as they do, but they do it anyway.
THIS IS TRULY THE BEST ADVICE.
People need to learn to save money
Save money and stopping more landfill. It's a win win
Yes! Then one can have the money to buy what will bring true peace, like a quiet cabin in the forest like I did at 28 years old. It's totally possible if you don't give up. 😁👍
Yes these kids are out of control 😂😂😂
People need to learn to mind their business.
@@QueenofWheels that too tbh, i mean, but we need more people on social media showing how to save money, after all, kids learn from that, and the best for them is to learn to save money and not but everything that is a trend or something
🙌🏼 Yes! As someone who is tempted to buy little things she doesn’t need here and there, you’re absolutely right.
The cheap plates cups and bowls actually work rlly well
I need more content like this! This is so refreshing to see!!
If you go out thifting dishes, PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE lead test them before use. I got an 8 place setting of beautiful corelle dishes that I can't use due to lead. A lead testing kit costs around $10 to $15 dollars and you can bring it with you while you thrift. Stay safe and happy thrifting!
How much can you test with a kit?
I heard from leadfreemama that those tests aren’t even really reliable. I don’t know what to make of it 🤷🏽♀️
@@Aemberlyn babes - lead is literally poisonous. It damages the brain development of children, it harms the cardiovascular system, and there is no way to get rid of it in your body. Do not expose yourself to it, because it builds up over time and damages your health!
There is no conspiracy here - anything not-updated (like old pipes) is something you should avoid wherever you can. If it still exists, it isn't because it's secretly fine.
and this is why i buy the plastic ones. Also we have accident prone peoples in our home and sorry but not going to constantly buy more glass plates just to break them. Rather have plastic bec they will last longer in my house XD
I work in a second hand store, instead of lead testing I would just recommend looking for a name brand item instead, and then google lensing it to check for lead. Easy and simple☺️
this is the type of videos that should get viral. it's exhausting to watch endless videos with the same message: "buy this product, you need it". overconsumption is a real problem, i hope i see more videos like this
Omg I didn't know what to expect when clicking on this video but I loved it. This is just what I needed to see and hear! Thank you 😊
I love my mini pan. Used it for 4 years now, perfect for when i want 1 egg and 1 egg only
Same, as a single person this is my go to pan lmao
Same, I have an Ikea carbon steel mini pan and I use for eggs and pancakes.
We have one too, found it on clearance randomly. It's perfect for one egg. We also make mini pancakes in it. Also had it for several years now.
@@bsummers1386 Like dishes from a children’s play kitchen lmao
It's perfect for two eggs if you want them nice and thick!!
The cheap plates are the only thing i disagree with. Just buy the amount you need (like 4 for a household), and get the ones you love. They don't need replacing often
4 for a household? Do you never have any fluctuations in people or schedules?
@@namedrop721 My household has two people. We wash the dishes as soon as we're done eating. When we have friends over, it's never more than two. Of course, you'd adapt the number you'd need to your own situation. But my parents used to have more than 50 plates, for absolutely no reason; i found that pointless so only got the necessary.
I also agree with the plates. They're 25 cents more expensive than the thrift and brand new. But that's just my opinion!😊
They’re toxic plastic use ceramic
Like 10 years ago, I bought a pack of corelle dinner plates. They are amazing! Very lightweight, microwave safe, dishwasher, they stack so well and take hardly any space, durable. They were not even that expensive like $4 a plate.
Great sweetie....the world needs more ppl like you❤
I appreciate you encouraging wealth minding ways to save 👏👍
I agree with all of these except the utensil one. I don’t want to loose any from my set so I like having ones that I don’t feel so bad loosing or having a decent bag or container that will hold them, as they would get loose often and I would have to empty my entire bag looking for them.
What?!?!? Contentment and enjoying what you already HAVE!?!? Inconceivable. ☺️ LOOOOOVE this kind of “contentment content” people are making now!!!
Finally a video that makes sense!
This is the intervention that I need 😂. My weakness when buying new things are "Oh, it's CUTE" 🤦♀️😂
KEEP 👏🏻DOING 👏🏻THESE👏🏻 it’s so nice to see someone making a video reminding people to not get so lost in having to have the next best new thing all the time!!
My small egg pan is what i use every morning. It makes the egg the right shape for a sandwich and is SO much easier to wash
Same here. Sure I’ve literally never used it for anything else but eggs, but rest assured it’s seen hundreds of uses for being a gimmick
Actually I forgot because it’s been so long since single life, but I used to use it fry up a single serving of peanuts for upma. Obviously if you’re making for more, use a bigger skillet
If it’s really useful for you then it makes sense for you to use it!
i mean you could have just bought an egg ring
@Kim_Marie97 an egg ring is way more one use than a little pan, never work well, and are hard to wash
@@Kim_Marie97 Why would that be better than buying a pan? Egg rings are usually the same price, annoying to use, and would have even fewer used than a small pan!
Thanks for the advice, but somehow I disagree with most of them lol.
1. The utensils will just fall out if I wrap it in a towel thingy, so I’d rather buy the kit
2. The cheaply made plastic plates aren’t bad and they don’t break unlike glass or other materials
3. Some of those “gimmicky” stuff are actually quite helpful, like the mini pan because they let
me create perfectly shaped eggs and are good when I only want one egg
4. Those soft plastic things you used to be drawers break quite easily, so instead I would invest in studier drawers that I know will last me years
great points, but if u still have usable products or getting them secondhanded it's mostly recommended because overconsumption is a growing problem today
plastic plates also contaminate food with chemicals and get easily torn up in the washing machine. In fact you can possibly thrift them too, if you like them that much. Dont like her wrap? Wrap yours better, like a burrito. Use a twine to tie it. You can still make one egg in a big pan, even shape it with a spatula if you make even a tiny bit of effort.
Love this!! So sick of the 'run don't walk to ____ to buy ____'. It just encourages people to rush to buy things without thinking
The berry containers are great for seed sprouting if you enjoy gardening 👩🌾
This is such a good idea! Thank you! 😊🌱
Same for the big croissants clam-shells! I start my peppers and tomatoes in them 🌱
@@lelou12 oooo thats actually a great idea there’s so much more room 😳🙂
I save so many containers to use in my greenhouse that the new joke phrase whenever we buy anything is "You know what I can do with this? Plant in it!" I'm especially fond of Maxwell coffee containers
Yes I've been using them to sprout plants and have reused them to hold my own grown strawberries afterwards.
Just a little credit to the plastic dish sets: if you have sensitive ears and can’t stand the clanking noise of traditional dishes hitting each other, those are a great alternative. I still have my thrifted plates from years ago for when I have dinner parties but use the plastic ones daily to avoid hurting my ears:)
Also little kids that aren't used to the china and those that are medically inhibited
@@Kalani_Saiko or those who just prefer them.
@@Kalani_Saiko Fr, I have plastic cups specifically for when my nephews visit 😂
Fr. That is me, I hate the sound and texture of ceramic, and i recently convinced half my family to get plastic. Legitimately the best couple months of my life, i can actually enjoy myself at dinner.
This is exactly why I have the plastic ones
🌍🌎🌏 you are the only youtuber who supports sustainability ❤
She's helping all the people suffering from consumerism 😌
As a college student, please do buy the target plates. Trust me, your clumsy self and small storage room will thank me later.
Tip: you can often find the plastic plates at the thrift store, so check there first.
Walmart has them for super cheap
@@pintrovert buy at a thrift shop to help reduce landfill
Man if you can't keep a few plates safe for a year why tf are you even in college? You're not even capable of taking care of your things
@@anitalauer2715brand new plastic dishes are already unhealthy as is, used ones are so much worse. They degrade and get micro-scratches that harbor bacteria. You do not want your food touching any of that.
This is so nice, I am really tired of “restock” videos, which just make overconsumption look ok lol
Why the f do you care? It is not taking up space at your house.
@@QueenofWheelsyou should google the issues with overconsumption
@@QueenofWheelsthere’s only so much space on this earth, and we last longer as a species when people waste less imo
didn't ask@@user-ek2xd6bi6i
why the f you dont care? lol open your eyes for one second sis and look around you. @@QueenofWheels
THANK YOU. I NEEDED THIS. Sooo tired of Amazon finds! You need this! Buy buy buy!!!
Sometimes I realize I don’t need to shop I just want to acquire. So I find something easy to win at. Like a simple video game, looking for new music, cleaning something easy to see progress in, cooking something easy, or just drawing doodles. Shopping may just be a symptom of the problem of feeling anxious/sad and there are many other cures.
Those 50 cent plates and cup definitely lasted me a life time and still going 😂😂😂
Bby girl please don’t eat off plastic
@@briannelson3830I’m disabled what am I supposed to eat off of? Hand carved mahogany?
@@briannelson3830mf what
same and I have kids. they can drop them and they won't break
a lot of people dont have a choice.@@briannelson3830
Love you. Didn’t even think about using my berry containers like that
Crossing fingers that Target doesnt try to cancel you! This is the breath of fresh air we all need! 💛
People highly underestimate Thrifting tableware and kitchen items. A lot of it never gets used anyways and you can find some quality designer pieces and create a theme for your kitchen. Most of them were made almost 10 to 20 years ago anyways and the Quality exceeds current day items by landslide.
No we don't. Thrifting is now more expensive than brand new because of this.
I've only ever seen dinky scratched up partial sets at my thrift store. Occasionally you run into nice things like FiestaWare, but then see it's marked up more than a full set on eBay.
Dinnerware is one thing I don't recommend thrifting due to lead, cobalt, and other heavy metal contamination leaching through old glazes.
Those thrifted plates are literally $0.25 new or max $0.50 (Walmart vs Target), I’d much rather know what’s been on those plates than not since it’s plastic. Ceramics is no issue tho, but thrifting is more expensive than new a lot of times so not worth it anymore
Yess because you can find such cute unique additions to your home by thrifting, same with house decor, furniture(if it’s not nasty), and clothing:)
Instead of plastic bins, I’ve been crocheting little basket/drawer dividers for things in my bedroom out of yarn scraps and yarn I’d bought for projects that didn’t pan out. As a bonus, I can make them all the exact shape and size to fit the drawers and hold what I have.
thats such a creative way to use leftover yarn
I keep boxes from my fancier skin care products because they are sturdier haha, and then organize them/cut/tape them and use them to organize my huge beauty drawer built into the wall.
that’s the cutest thing i’ve ever heard. keep it up! 🙌🏼
not sure if you know but you can "starch your crochet" to make it hold its shape/ structure
@@mart664gasp. Thank you
These are the hauls we need!
Those plastic plates are actually awsome I’ve used them for a while even in the microwave and they still hold up
To be fair, those 50 cent plastic plates have outlasted so many other things in my house. I’ve had some for years!! They don’t break, either!
Very true!
I found mine in the clearance (section and) they’re often all I use. Food doesn’t stick nearly as much. They weigh less, store well, break less and I feel more comfortable using them for alternative, more finicky things like setting plants on them, using them for painting, and if im a little to lazy to grab a cutting board I feel like there’s less of the scratching and clanking. (the edit)
Don't do that for a long time. I know someone who used a plastic water bottle for years they got cancer...
i got some to use in the dorms! i much prefer them to ceramic for dorm use because they don't shatter when i inevitably drop them on the way to wash them.
@@StaryyXx you can’t get cancer from a water bottle lol. You get cancer by your cells when the normal processes that control cell behaviour fail and a rogue cell becomes the progenitor of a group of cells that share its abnormal behaviours. And yes I copy pasted that.
the tiny frying pan is actually quite useful in my opinion, i have used it WAY more than only once or twice
Yesss lol the big one IS that inconvenient
I use mine to meal prep egg sandwiches for breakfast! It's the perfect size!
I accidentally bought one online, instead of a regular size. I used it twice. I later sold it as it was taking up unnecessary space in my cupboard
@@tatianadavis7521 yesss me too!! it’s perfect for that!!
Shes saying it only has like one purpose not that its basically a single use product
😫I needed to hear this🙌🏽
Omg I love the premise of this video!!! Subscribing!
BEST BEST BEST ADVICE THANK YOU. we often get so caught up with consumerism we end up tossing many of the stuff we buy or just forget about it. thank you
Okay but like grabbing some $0.25 plastic plates that are dishwasher and microwave safe at Walmart as I’m heading to the check out is definitely more convenient than running to a thrift store (don’t even have one within 20 miles) and hoping/ searching for some cheap plates that meet those same standards lol it’s just a convenience purchase. It’s not that deep 😅
That's fine if you plan on using them for a long while
APOLOGY TOUR IS LITERALLY MY NEW FAV EPISODE
Wrong.. short?
Love this. I needed this,so true.
The “cheap plastic plates” have lasted about 4 years for me. They’re pretty durable.
Yeah ppl need to realize that a lot of stuff can last for a very long time, if you take care of it.
Same! We kept breaking our old plates in our porcelain sink. These ones are cheap and very kid friendly, so far haven’t managed to break any yet!
My parents had some for almost 10 years (but from Pier 1, I know a blast from the past) until I ended up with them. I used them for 3 years until they met their demise. I finally had to get rid of them because I didn't feel they were safe anymore with all the cuts in them.
Eh, my parents have Pyrex and Corningware from when THEY were kids in the 60s. We also got some at the thrift store for .25 a plate 20 years ago now. Glass. Lasts. Forever. I'd only get plastic if breakage or weight was an issue.
@@sanityseeker Unfortunately, pyrex and Corning Ware isn't made like it used to be. Corning sold it and the new company changed the formula to a less durable glass. Keep thrifting!
When thriftng plates and other things you'll be eating off of always check the brand to see if they previously had lead in there products. A lot of the paint and decorations in vintage objects are leaded so its better to check before buying.
And if it has some gold edge it's not safe for microwave
Oh gosh, such a good point. This applies to many old products with toxic materials, such as kitchen appliances.
You should follow LeadSafeMama. New products are loaded with lead as well. Anything with decoration is almost guaranteed to have it, mercury, or nickel at high levels.
@@sanityseeker I'm mainly referring to older pieces that don't have the refining and protection newer ones do. Like the glaze wearing off or having larger amounts of heavy metals. A lot of vintage pieces were made before regulations were put into place so they can be a higher risk.
@@fobija1378Extremely true. Its important to check if the pieces are microwave safe as well.
This type of video makes me feel good! It’s so refreshing
thank you for providing examples and showing the direct benefits as well. some people (myself) often get stuck doing what we know how to do, and sometimes having to learn what to do is a barrier in itself.
I agree! Except the tiny, fried-egg size pan. I don’t even eat eggs but it’s so useful, especially if I just need to cook one clove of garlic, or toast a few dry spices
Exactly, great for an egg, for some chopped bacon, for tempering spices, for melting butter... Mine is an inexpensive carbon steel one that is indestructible and I also use it to press sandwiches or Korean filled pancakes 😂
OH! I never thought of reusing the berry containers! THANK YOU!
It's amazing how creative we can get with finding uses for "trash!" I recently cut an old plastic placemat up to go under my potted plants 😊
Yeahhhh we need to stop overconsuming/overbuying.❤
We love creators like you
Although those 25 cent plates form Walmart are heavenly, for college they were my lifesaver, only ones that were cheap and microwaves safe, and I had no thrift stores nearby.
My college town has like 6 thrift stores near us however plastic is easier for travel/packing and for not worrying that it got ruined bc it's plastic and you only paid 50 cents for it.
Thrift stores are too expensive for me now. I buy the glass plates, bowls from Dollar tree or Walmart for microwave use.
I use the 50 cent plates from Walmart under my plants to catch water. They are cheaper and sturdier than the ones sold for that purpose.
These comments are insane lol. Y’all - this is simply supposed to make you question your consumer habits. It’s not a hard and fast rule that you CANT buy these things, but rather suggesting ways you could forgo buying these items. If you feel your life is bettered by plastic plates and acrylic containers then absolutely go for it! But if you’re just shopping to shop (or if you were “influenced!!”) then it is reasonable to question your consumer habits
Just watched a 40 min video and the lady was talking about these crazy ass "influencers" that just do shyt for the camera and the problem they have w consumerism
@@s.r6331 that sounds like a really important topic that is worth being discussed! I’m so glad there are creators speaking out about this type of thing. Like don’t get me wrong, we’ve all likely indulged in a little retail therapy here and there so I’m no saint, but there are really easy ways to lessen environmental/consumerist impacts in every day life which take nearly zero effort!
I often shop to shop, but at thrift stores. I highly enjoy it, and I'm very good at only buying things I'll actually use (usually clothes). It's self care for me, it's very calming and enjoyable.
I did once buy an 8 cup measuring cup (it's the size of our glass bowls) but we've actually put it to good use! Helpful for ice cream making :)
Plastic is horrendous for the enviroment
@@ladyann5778 yes. Which is why I was supporting the content of the video with my comment.
Buying a to-go utensil set is CRAAZY 😂
Love when things like this go viral
Some of this was useful but also those “cheaply made plastic plates” are actually pretty good for the price. They last very long according to how I use them. I put them through my dishwasher literally like 3 times a week from how much I use them. I drop them, put VERY hot food on them, and they are looking almost the exact same as when I bought them.
I have the bowls of those in pink and they work well also. I’ve had them for maybe 2 or 3 years now and they’ve been through the dishwasher so many times and in the microwave a lot and still have the same pink color so I’d say they’re pretty good for such a low price
I have the dinner bowls but I never put them through a dish cycle bc they're quick to clean.
Right! And I got mine brand new for $0.25..
They do last a while I’d buy them. I agree with this video except for that part because thrifted plates and all can have lead in them depending on how old
I have them too they look new after over a year of use, the bowls look even better, like brand new! Very easy to clean, won't break if dropped, and don't possibly have lead in them 😅
One problem with the thrift store advice is that these days most "thrift" stores are so expensive, and those who actually need them the most often can't afford them. Also, they're now filling up with the cheaply made plastic junk people get rid of, instead of the nicer and older items that are made to last. Sometimes thrift stores are even selling dollar store junk at marked UP prices. Thrift stores are not at all what they used to be. 😊
i genuinely believe that there is enough clothing to go around :) donations are made daily in heaps. i wish it was more normalized to purchase used instead of continuously buying new
Cheaply made products that dont last are sadly the normal in most circumstances nowadays
Edit: if thats not the case it usually has at least one piece that is specifically manufactured to be impossible to replace or at least very expensive and irritating to do so
I literally found a pair of pants at a thrift store that were still in stock at my local Kmart- priced HIGHER than the kmart price! Thrift stores are getting ridiculous- it's now cheaper to buy new than second hand.
@@gillybby4143 Yes! That happens all the time now.
Depends where you live, there's still plenty of good thrifting to be had many places. Plus you have sites like Vinted and Ebay that can help you grab reasonably priced second hand goods. Thrifting isn't just about getting things at bargain bucket prices anyway, it's about making an active choice to purchase pre-owned to ensure your money isn't going to new made shit that'll end up on land fill. If more folk did the same, it would perhaps lower stores habit of building mass produced items.
Best advice I came
across the internet!!!
so true!!!🙌🏽🙏🏽 thank you💙
The tiny pan is my favorite thing in my kitchen I wouldn’t dare live without it
I think that is the only thing i would buy!! Perfect for eggs and pancakes if you’re on a diet
You can make small portions in a big pan too. Just heat the pan up before you add the egg and it will stay in a small shape. Same goes for pancakes@@neeeeeaae4736
My tiny pan is the only way I can make perfect fried eggs 😅
Thank you for creating this page ! People need to see this on their feed.
I did a no spend January (don’t buy anything that isn’t necessities or bills) and I made a list of things I WANTED to buy during the month. I reviewed the list in February and realized I didn’t need any of it!
That's a really good idea! Love that!
It truly is amazing how much we buy on impulse. I know when I don't end up buying something, I have usually forgotten about it shortly after leaving the store!
Hmm, interesting, I like this! I want to try it :)
What a smart strategy!
That's a great idea! I'm already pretty frugal, but I'd like to try that and see the total amount I didn't spend.
thank you ! the world needs more people like you and we need to see more of this online !!
My God, you are healing my soul ty
Someone called it a Karen sippy cup and now that’s how I refer to them. 😂😂😂
lol!
Yeah that person is a misogynist and so are you.
It’s great to have a 40oz cuz that fits in a cup holder. I got one for convenience but honestly I think the hype is insane. Its still just a water bottle
@@kylirochelleyeah i got mine bc it was cute way before the hype. And now people call me an “influencer wannabe”💀 like im mot just gonna throw it away
@@kylirochelleyeah i think they make sense if you have a car with a cup holder. that’s like their only use imo.
Those 50 cent plates and cups and bowls are actually really good quality and if you don’t drive and rely on delivery, the thrift stores don’t deliver so it’s a very good affordable option for disabled people or college students or anyone who is broke and needs dishes and doesn’t have transportation to go to a physical store.
So true. I actually love these plates because I'm disabled and having something that's lightweight and microwavable is really great.
I don’t think the video was geared for that kind of situation more for the ones that see these target haul videos and feel like they need everything on it when they really don’t . I agree some of the deals are perfect for college students ect .
Yeah, don't be hating on those .50 target plates/bowls, we've been using the same set of those for almost 2 years, and still look perfectly fine. You'll have a hard time thrusting cheaper, and they'll already be worn, and if they're ceramic they can break.
they're good for kids
I love those plates from target. Mine have lasted for years now
This video is effing BRILLIANT!!!!
Thank you for making this desperately needed content.
For anyone who likes to crochet/sew you can totally make a little carrier for your fork, knife, and spoon with small button that keeps them all secure so that nothing goes sliding around in your bag😎
Yup, literally made this to store my crochet hooks lol, although I kept the original plastic bag inside to hold my 1.0mm to 3.5mm hooks so they don't slip out
Also, chopstick boxes! The nicer sets usually come in a larger, longer wooden box cuz they have the resting platforms and stuff, so if you already own them slap down a paper towel if there's fabric inside and then stuff everything in. Plus, they are just really neat. My husband and I got some nice wooden ones years ago and they came in a very cool box with some awesome art and we bring it everywhere cuz we eat a lot lol. If it doesn't have a latch system you can just wrap a rubber band around each end and you're set. Forks, knives, spoons, chopsticks, and anything else you might need all done and dusted for the price of 2 quality sets of chopsticks that you'll use all the time if you use them at all.
Also, shout out to the smaller boxes of seasoning (like cilantro and such) that you can pick up at Walmart and stuff. The little plastic tins work super well for all sorts of bits and bobs. When I was still knitting, I used them for my tiny darning needles, buttons, etc. They're clear, snap shut, and best of all they're shallow so you can see pretty much everything you've got just by looking at both sides of the tin. We also put spare batteries that don't have a place in those so they're not rattling around the junk drawer potentially blowing up and leaking on everything else.
If you can't sew, get a bamboo mat for rolling sushi and weave some elastic through, glue the ends, and you have an easy, washable mostly biodegradable, inexpensive utensil roll
This is a much better idea
@@anathemat-002 seasoning boxes? I’ve seen jars of course but what you’re referring to sounds cool but I can’t place it
I’ve never seen an Anti haul but I love this
I love this! Thank you! ❤
Thank you!! Glad someone said it
Cardbord boxes make fantastic drawer organizers
If you cover them with contact paper, it also helps them last longer and prevents them from getting wet if you have them in places like the kitchen or bathroom! My desk drawers looks nearly as good as those fancy influencer desk drawers, except all my little compartments are made of cardboard!
Don't forget roaches love cardboard
Some people want nice things and that’s okay
@@mysticmuppet didnt say you couldnt have them.. some people dont have the funds and still want to organize their stuff
Ty
As a mexican who lives in Mexico, whenever I visit the US this is what I struggle the most with. Seeing products in the shelves that I know are not necessary but are over produced due to the country’s excessively consumist culture. It’s a bit of a suffocating feeling.
It is for us too. A lot of people don’t e n like going to big stores anymore
i work at a target and even i am so overwhelmed by the amount of items we have on the floor. you guys don’t even see the backrooms :(( it’s so much and it even causes issues for us workers cause with the over filling of products the stores looks messy and gives us way to much to clean up and fix before closing. me and my coworkers always complain about why we get truck of things that we are already overflowing with lol
It is suffocating and so normalized
For us too. I hate seeing ppl make more cups/ plates/ mugs/ water bottles just to slap their own logo on it. These products fill goodwill up, and my Facebook group ppl always trying to get rid of things for free.
im sorry but im pretty sure mexico is the same nowadays
She telling us what we all need to hear 😤 thank you ma’am
This is AMAZING finally someone with a head on their shoulders!
love these kinds of videos 🫶🫶 so sick of overconsumption
same here
Do what you wish. None of your business what others do
@@eileenmcdonald1599 All they did was say they like the vid & that they’re tired of overconsumption. They didn’t tell anyone what to do
this is great! love to see someone fighting back against rampant consumerism
We need more of this!!! So much more. Thank you ❤
This was everything! More content like this💖
Huge respect for this video! Don’t usually comment but the internet needs more influence like THIS.
I absolutely love this content. I currently live in a studio apartment and try to have only the minimal I do not like my apartment to be crowded. So every time I go to the stores I ask myself “do you need another one of these” the one you have at home works great
You’re saving me I have like a major shopping addiction but you bring me back to reality 😭
I LOVE THIS SO MUCH!!!
If you travel a lot ( I do for work) the silverware set actually comes in handy.
That's definitely one of those things that seems useless until you try it
I hear you on that, I used to travel all the time for work, and eating with plastic utensils is really not the thing. Smart to bring your own quality set.
Or for kids, my mom tried the "wrap up home utensils in a cloth napkin" method with me in middle school and was very distraut to lose an entire setting of her pattern when the bundle got thrown out by accident
@carlycrays2831 you obviously don't travel and assume she hasn't tried it already
I have one too. They sell in the lunch box section a metal version and keeping those at work was a game changer also sets to keep with conversation/competition things for my traveling sports kids. I don’t want them losing the ones we have for normal silverware