Be it books, vases or old gadgets, sometimes it's hard for people to let go. Decluttering gurus often preach minimalism, but simply discarding items means they will end up rotting away in the nearest landfill. When getting rid of unwanted items, many people don't properly recycle them, Germany's Federal Environment Agency (UBA) says. Plus, when you throw stuff out to create room for something new, that can lead to even more consumption, creating a vicious cycle. In terms of sustainability, it's
Good news! Awaiting you, under the Christmas tree is that book you've been dying to read. But would you still be happy if you knew it was bought from the flea market?