I truly believe in the saying “time is money.” I think the amount of focus we put on convenience and instant-gratification in our society is directly connected to how much waste we produce... if we all just slowed down, lived more purposefully and consciously, and spent our time constructively. We could improve some of our bad habits while also saving ourselves money. For example, food waste... The average American household throws away $2,200 of food each year. 20% of food that the average American buys is never eaten. Americans throw away approximately $165 billion of food each year. (facts via @theswagusa) So, I challenge you all to take a little TIME to simply go through your pantry and/or fridge. Take inventory of what you have already - consolidate, label, organize, (compost/clean/reuse/recycle the things that may actually have expired - to clear space for the still edible and useful), and start planning some new and exciting meals with the food you already have! It will feel sooo rewarding and inspiring, I can guarantee it. Share with us how it goes (& any recipes you create along the way)! ✨ . . . #fightfoodwaste #bethechange #beconcious #livepurposefully #slowdown #savemoney #timeismoney #pdx #portland #home #zerowaste #zerowastehome (at Portland, Oregon) https://www.instagram.com/p/BnmjRDwBbdt/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1ckgsn5e9hmxt