National Downshifting Week, starting July 7th

Get ready for National Downshifting Week, next week, starting on July 7th, sponsored by Conscious Consuming.

What is downshifting? Downshifting is “slowing down your pace, finding a better work/life balance, consequently embracing living with less and leading a simpler, greener and happier life.” Downshifting can lead to greener living, as you start live more and work less, you may find yourself becoming more thrifty, cooking at home, buying second-hand and generally being more careful with your consumption.

The dates for National Downshifting week were chosen to coincide with the birthday of Henry David Thoreau, America’s most famous downshifter.

Be certain to check out the 10 Tips for Downshifting Success! All about downshifting activities such as:

• Starting a compost pile
• Freecycling
• Growing some of your own food
• Keeping a few chickens
• Turning the TV off

[Source] Patricia Mayville-Cox

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