First edition.

ix, 276 pages ; 22 cm

Includes bibliographical references (pages 257-276).

Introduction -- Part 1: Get to know no new things. Why do no new things? ; What is no new things? -- Part 2: How did we get here? From citizens to consumers ; Marketing made me do it ; Consumerism is contagious -- Part 3: The 30-day challenge. How no new things works -- Week 1: The foundations. Day 1: Visualize victory ; Day 2: List your loves ; Day 3: Note your needs ; Day 4: Connect with your community ; Day 5: Track your triggers ; Day 6: Wrangle returns ; Day 7: Gather gift cards ; Week 1 reflection -- Week 2: Your habits. Day 8: Silence spending ; Day 9: Block the shop ; Day 10: Slash subscriptions ; Day 11: Delete on-demand drains ; Day 12: Understand upcycling ; Day 13: Slay secondhand ; Day 14: Ethically off-load ; Week 2 reflection -- Week 3: Your space and stuff. Day 15: Unstuff your space ; Day 16: Polish your possessions ; Day 17: Care for your clothes ; Day 18: Shop your stuff ; Day 19: Groom your grooming ; Day 20: Tune up your tech ; Day 21: Rearrange an area ; Day 22: Focus on food ; Week 3 reflection -- Week 4: Getting out there. Day 23: Borrow before buying ; Day 24: Get good at gifting ; Day 25: Pay it forward ; Day 26: Socialize sands shopping ; Day 27: Travel thoughtfully ; Day 28: Self-care sustainable ; Day 29: Set goals without stuff ; Day 30: Calculate and celebrate -- Conclusion: From lesson to lifestyle -- Notes.

"From award-winning sustainability expert Ashlee Piper, a witty, no-nonsense guide to regaining control over your time, consumerist impulses, and financial and mental wellness For nearly two years, Ashlee Piper challenged herself to buy nothing new. And in the process, she got out of debt, cut clutter, crushed her goals, and became healthier and happier than ever-all the things she'd always wanted to do but "never had time to" (because she was mindlessly scrolling, shopping, spending, and stressing). After a decade of fine-tuning, No New Things guides readers through the same revolutionarily simple challenge that has helped thousands of global participants find freedom and fulfillment in just thirty days. The book follows the rise of what Piper calls "conditioned consumerism" and how it sneakily hijacks our time, money, and mental bandwidth, as well as harms the planet. From there, readers follow customizable daily action items that bring about the ease and richness of a life less bogged down by spending and stuff, without compromising on style, convenience, or fun. Whether you're a bona fide shopaholic or someone who just wants to buy less and live more, No New Things is the antidote to modern overwhelm"-- Provided by publisher.

Consumption (Economics)

Sustainable living.

Environmentalism.

HOUSE & HOME / Sustainable Living.

SELF-HELP / Self-Management.

BUSINESS & ECONOMICS / Budgeting.

9781250382160 (hardcover)

1250382165 (hardcover)

9781250382177 (ebook)