This week, we’re deep in the holiday season and unpacking all things gift-giving—the good, the wasteful, and the wonderfully creative. We walk through simple swaps, mindful mindset shifts, and tons of low-impact ideas to help you choose gifts that make your loved ones happy without creating mountains of holiday trash.

We talk experiences vs. things, long-lasting options, supporting local makers, and why paying attention throughout the year makes gift-giving so much easier (and less chaotic). From DIY kits to consumables to thoughtful upgrades to someone’s favorite hobby, we cover ways to keep joy high and waste low.

And then… a little Reddit wisdom that stopped us in our tracks: gift-giving is not the time to send someone an environmental message. We unpack what that means, how it hits home for both of us, and why staying true to your values doesn’t have to turn you into the Ghost of Christmas Judgy.

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