very informative video about the stuff we all use, where it comes from, and where it goes.

[boredgame______]

Guys, please take twenty minutes (it goes by fast, it's fascinating!) to watch this video. I can't believe I never really realized all this. I feel used, and awful, and afraid.

http://www.storyofstuff.com/

Comments

[artsychica]

Oh yeah, this is a great one! I've felt a lot like this for a while, I just never knew how to really convey it to others. I was so excited when I saw it because it states it so clearly.

Also, don't feel afraid! Feel blessed that you've come to the realization and just be more aware about what you purchase and from where.

[edgiko]

I've seen that two months ago. It's really interesting to see just how one way our "cycle" of consuming is.

[vegetus]

Hehe... my housemate brought that home a few weeks ago- it's so great :)

[dudewhatthefuuu]

Wow, that put into words the things I have felt but have not been able to fully explain to others in denial without sounding like an idiot. I am going to spread this around. Thank you so much for posting it.

[boredgame______]

you're welcome, and I'm so glad you're gonna spread it too! =)

[socraticomatic]

It'd be helpful if you could summarise what the video is about in your post so we can decide if we want to view it.

[deerfold]

Seconded - especially as I can't see videos from work.

[oenone_borealis]

Or if one has an ancient laptop and must carefully weigh things lest one crashes the browser.