A Jumpscare
You know those moments where you feel like your heart dropped all the way to your...you know what? Well I have definitely have had some of those moments lately. They usually come out of nowhere too like when I check my bank account after a week of “treating myself,” or when an unexpected headline flashes across the news. It’s that sudden rush of panic, realization, and helplessness all at once, and it’s honestly one of the worst feelings. But if I’m being real, those heart-dropping moments also make me stop and think in ways I normally wouldn’t. The funny thing is, I’ve been noticing that same feeling creep in when I think about sustainability. The more I learn about the waste created by fast fashion, single-use plastics, or even the amount of energy it takes to ship a single online order, the more I feel that pit in my stomach. It’s like realizing you’ve been a part of something harmful without even meaning to. That moment when you look at your closet and know half the stuff in ...