"Lying somewhere between a protest and an alternative holiday, Buy Nothing Day was conceived by Canadian artist Ted Dave in 1992 as a challenge to people to find out what it feels like to step entirely outside of consumer culture for just one day. If you're up for the challenge, here are several Black Friday alternatives that could even put you on the path to buying less all year long."
"Gift-giving can be one of the most meaningful parts of the holiday season. But the average American racks up more than $1,000 in holiday credit card debt each year, and fewer than half will pay it off before Easter. So instead of shopping, why not make gifts for your loved ones? Handmade holiday gifts are more meaningful, and can be more environmentally friendly, too. You can use essential oils , , , and even your cut-up credit cards to make eco-chic gifts like handmade beauty products ."
Buy Nothing Day provides a purposeful alternative to Black Friday that encourages stepping outside consumer culture for a single day. The idea began in 1992 as a challenge to refrain from shopping and can lead to longer-term reductions in buying. Excess holiday spending leaves many Americans with significant credit card debt, so making handmade, eco-friendly gifts can save money and reduce environmental impact. Replacing shopping with outdoor activities such as winter nature scavenger hunts, winter biking, and general outdoor play boosts mood, immunity, and fitness, and can sustain healthy habits into warmer months. Quiet leisure like reading also offers a lower-consumption way to enjoy the long weekend.
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