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THOU SHALT NOT CHOOSE
#1.
QUANTITY OVER QUALITY
It’s better to own one good pair of shoes rather than
THOU SHALT NOT CHOOSE QUANTITY OVER QUALITY
But please, for the love of all things holy, the next
time you buy something like a piece of clothing, get
something that will not have to be replaced after two
cycles of washing or one that will send millions of micro-
plastics into the ocean. It’s cheaper and a hell of a lot
more environmentally-friendly to buy one t-shirt for 50
dollars than 10 at 9.99. But also do keep in mind that
expensive doesn’t necessarily guarantee higher quality.
Do your research and try to buy things that will be long-
lasting and can be repaired or restored at some point in
the future. Choose brands with a positive track record
when it comes to lifetime warranties and repair services.
Also, if your shirt gets torn, you can still wear it. And if
someone notices it, channel your inner Kanye, and just
say it’s a new fashion trend.
THOU SHALT NOT LET THINGS
#2.
OWNED CONTROL THY LIFE
Life is meant to be lived. Objects are there to help you do
THOU SHALT NOT LET THINGS OWNED CONTROL THY LIFE