internet consumerism has gone too far ft.

[@kelseybrintnall2080]

I am absolutely living for the microphone clipped to the spoon 😅

[@MMHay16]

it's because she's cooking 🥣

[@deathbypingpongball]

I like the day bed or couch thing that looks like a crib

[@pumpkinsuit892]

took me 18 minutes to realize and I just came down to comment lmao

[@rootsm3]

Ever since I acknowledged I was masking my depression with overconsumption, I just don't want anything anymore. Nothing is worth the space it takes up in my life and the impact making it has on the rest of the world.

[@GoingZeroWaste]

Had so much fun hanging and making this video with you in TX!

[@alison9189]

I loved listening to this convo, it was fun 😄

[@thefridaset]

I honestly don’t understand how people can be influenced by influencers because as soon as someone on TikTok/instagram/youtube “recommends” a product and it’s sponsored i don’t trust them at all, I don’t take their recommendations seriously. Like you said - how can we trust them?!

[@roseelise]

I like that you talked about the fact that our brains literally make this difficult for us. I feel like sometimes people make (individual)overconsumption nothing but a morality issue and completely ignore the things that are out of peoples control. It's nuanced

[@Farimira]

Talking about food waste, I have a task on my weekly to do list to use up something I don't want (either something someone else bought or a failed experiment) it has helped me to get creative and find recipes that I actually like for these things.

[@emilybolen128]

Yes! I put some weird old crushed crackers on my pasta bc I wasn't gonna eat them on their own, and it ended up being a nice addition to the texture experience

[@sunflowercynthia9519]

Great timing for Black Friday 🙌 My friends got me gift cards for a baby shower. I took advantage of the sales to buy a car seat. One of the few things I'll always buy new, for safety reasons.

[@darien8080]

There s no reason why people can’t buy a used car seat, they have a manufacture date with a use by date & they can be safety checked & fitted by a government approved agency.

[@sophiac7596]

@@darien8080 but u never know if something is broken or not. We are not experts. Unfortunately often people wouldn't be able to tell til something bad happens and the car seat is put to use :(

[@IntentionalObserver]

​@@darien8080 there are *many* reasons not to buy a used carseat. This information easily obtained but the major issue is not knowing the history of the carseat. If the carseat was in an accident, you should not reuse it. Reusing a carseat that's been in an accident, can be a fatal decision. Please spend time looking up more information on this topic.

[@keliblum6591]

I can relate to this so much. I used to be someone who overconsumed, often for no real reason. At the time, I felt like I was winning-getting more stuff, especially when it was free, gave me a strange sense of accomplishment. But now, looking back, I feel terrible about it. These days, I feel like I’m truly winning by having less. It’s such a shift in mindset, but I believe when you know better, you do better.

[@lisapoulsen5452]

That kind of excess makes me sick to my stomach🤢. I hope this video and its message resonates with people before buying all sorts of garbage for Christmas gifts. 🥰🥰🥰

[@casstellations_13]

Shelby I’d still LOVE to see more on food waste and avoiding it, especially if you’re able to hit on how “unreal” our food is and how much exploitation is in our own farming in the States.

[@marydouglas612]

I’ve noticed recently certain cleaning company brands that seem to really target people with stereotypical ocd, where they’re basically trying to send the message of “you’re right your house isn’t clean enough right now, even if it looks completely spotless. Buy our thing”. It’s sooo frustrating.

[@AlexandrineFortin]

I still have a hard time fighting the urge to buy whenever I’m feeling down or anxious. I do the same thing as you do Shelby : the thrift store 😅 but I always have a very specific item in mind, if I don’t find it the urge of shopping is gone anyway

[@alyciairlbeck3640]

The decreasing the friction is absolutely crazy right now with almost every shopping platform offering the "make payments" option with interest. I'm hearing people are going into massive debt doing this because now they can buy things they can't even afford even if they don't have a credit card!!

[@7yrbs4pm3fsD6Nseoqe_Dw]

So true! It’s important to shut off this noise of influencer materialism and consumerism.

[@thebackpackingbookwyrm]

The style of this video has me begging you for a podcast!!

[@jackiemartin7276]

You make such a good point about food! I thought I have finally escaped the consumerism mindset when I set out backpacking, living with only what I could carry - but over time I found myself spending more and more money on food and more and more time food shopping and realized that I was scratching that consumerism itch in the only place I could - with consumables. It was a big wakeup call about how deeply embedded the mindset can be

[@J_rel]

Even consuming mindless opinions online is destroying society. You either predominantly create or you hyperconsume. YOU CHOOSE.

[@sorfinashahfiran9194]

wow i needed the pronunciation of your channel name HAHAHA

[@freckledandred]

I think one of the wildest things that contributes to over consumption is “aesthetics” because younger women will choose aesthetics like “cottagecore” then buy a million outfits, room decorations, Starbucks drinks etc as that aesthetic then switch to goth aesthetic and start over. It’s insane

[@louiseunderhill2810]

Wow my heart really sings knowing people like you are part of the younger generation (I’m 52). So inspirational. Also one of the things I like about our educational system in the Uk is that both state and private schools have uniforms.

[@seleciaa]

I appreciate the note on food waste. It's something I've been tackling especially given the post-panini inflation.

[@ClaireCaoimheRaeMoonshadow]

Such a great video! A lot of things to think about, particularly about marketing, anyhow our minds have not caught up with current commercialism. Thank you!

[@ShortySensei]

Testing a period product must take even longer because you can only test once a month. 😅 Thankful for your dedication, ladies! Checking out the site now since I just had my first period post partum. Super excited to try it!

[@Ally-ug3nq]

Love the wooden spoon 🥄 microphone 🎤

[@meg659]

I'm in no way a minimalist but having SO many products sent to me would stress me out so much. I also live on the fourth floor of a walk up apartment which seriously helps cut down on what I buy because it better be worth carrying up all those stairs

[@LCSWstudy]

As a therapist...everyone suddenly getting 100 packages would cause depression. it might cure it for a day but it won't last.

[@celinepope]

Breakingdown those PR boxes would be a full time job.

[@cookwithdrbrooke]

Great vid! Agree as a content creator who DOESNT want to sell crap it is hard making videos and building an audience on TikTok when I’m just trying to connect with folks, not sell them stuff.

[@ethelcampbell3317]

Was looking at your page yesterday cuz was missing it and you didn’t post in a while, so happy to see this vid pop up

[@elineverhoeven]

I always struggle so much with not knowing what to buy because there’s no long term review of anything.. how am I supposed to know if something will hold up?

[@Crow9396]

r/buyitforlife has been really helpful for me. Also asking r/anticonsumption if it's something that I actually need.

[@MichaelSmith-fj7di]

I hate shopping and would rather do just about anything else. Consuming less is good for the planet and your wallet. Therefore, I think one should ask these questions when they’re looking to buy something. 1: Do I need it? If so, how soon do I need it? 2: Can the money that I’m going to spend on said item be put to better use elsewhere? 3: Where will I store it? 4: Am I buying it to replace something that broke? If so, can I repair what broke? 5: Do I already have that item or something similar that will work? 6: How frequently am I going to use the item? If it’s a one time use or infrequently, can I borrow it? 7: Can I get it secondhand? 8: If it must be purchased new, what is the most sustainable option that I can afford? In addition, go into the store with a list of what it is that you need or want so that you buy only those items and nothing else.

[@ashleydel5969]

6:59 is when I finally noticed the spoon- mic and I'm LOVING it

[@Courtney6]

Omg the clip of the Ugg haul triggered me. A couple weeks ago I saw a tiktok on how they drown the sheep en masse in big metal containers to make the Uggs and I haven’t recovered yet.

[@charmingfuneral_]

Oh my gosh?? Why do they have to drown them 😭😭😭

[@chobits0821]

I don't care about corporations but its also important to be aware of misinformation. Did they actually have-well cited evidence or did they just play an unattributed video and tell you it had something to do with UGG?

[@Magicwithizz]

Okay but the hair is a SLAY

[@pmfajardo15]

I WANT MORE OF THIS!

[@dzikajezyna]

I believe myself to be really enageged in sustainability, I learn a lot about it, I've been following this channel for like 6 years, I preach sustainability, but.. when my ADHD hits I fall into shopping spree, it's not about the things I buy but the act of shopping, it's just "cheap dopamine". And when I get better I feel so bad about buying all those things... but sometimes I just can't stop. That's usually second hand clothing, but I'm also guilty of binge scrolling Temu 🤦🏽‍♀️

[@marialynn1122]

I’ll never forget when an influencer I followed posted a sponsored post with Jenny Craig and the next week was sponsored by digiorno pizza. Sis, make it make sense

[@Autumn1988]

I challenged myself to get as much as possible 2nd hand for my 1st baby as soon as much baby stuff is barely used

[@gigglesandhugs5690]

when i took a look at myself it was really just a mental health issue. The putting things or the high of shopping to fill the void or self sooth whatever that is. When i got the help i needed alot of my addictive personality has gone away. Not saying its true for everyone just my viewpoint. I did replace with activities some free some not.

[@wang_xian]

Looking forward to hearing you talk about the” buy now : the shopping conspiracy “ documentary

[@staceystroh2066]

Girl, YOUR HAIR LOOKS GORGEOUS!! Stunning ✨

[@xFavole]

Would i have fun unpacking 100 boxes of stuff? Oh hell yes. Would i then be absolutely stressed, not knowing what to do with all of it and feeling incredibly guilty? Also yes 😂

[@Miss_M93]

Influencers always follow the trends that make them money. Zero waste was a money maker so lots of people jumped on that. There's a new trend almost every day with TikTok 😮.

[@lulu_0116]

LIVING FOR THIS COLLAB 🤩

[@wakefulwitch]

Nice, I like a podcast style video! And good on you for creating an eco period underwear brand!!

[@babygremlin5000]

Loved this style of content :))

[@lisapoulsen5452]

Yes! We DO care about ethics and integrity!!

[@weirdmyst7963]

I got a pair or period panties and will be buying more every check and also saving for a pair of your brand!

[@usakoraw]

When you said " the best new thing.. " it reminds me of some people who love this new purse , this is cute , this my favorite ___ ,

[@samburke21]

THE ULTIMATE COLLABBBBB

[@xPrincessJellyfishx]

I haven’t even started the video, but I just have to say that your hair is so gorgeous! You look so beautiful! ❤

[@AlexzandraKnoblett-vq1jz]

I hate buying fast fashion I either buy my clothing from the clearance section or thrift shops near my place

[@m.p.6039]

Love the microphone clipped on a spoon, lol, that's great! :)

[@aggiesart6]

That's way i have a KZbin premium abonnement. I don't wanna see advertisement. ❤

[@Shelbizleee]

I couldn’t live without YT premium anymore I swear!!

[@sarahmarie2911]

​@Shelbizleee same!!! Every year for Christmas, I ask all of my family members for a little cash to go towards my youtube premium membership! This way I end up with enough money to buy my membership every year! Lol

[@Grace-z3r2s]

Shelbs hair looks stunning like this!

[@cutiebm]

I legit cannot walk into a retail store without severe anxiety.

[@saskia....]

Shelbi's "toilet paper" made me giggle 😂

[@koko-ul8tu]

The food part hit...i have always been really good about food waste...but buy 2 of every food.

[@abbeyroche2983]

The overconsumption makes me so mad that now when I see untrustworthy influencers trying to sell me something it creates a negative association with that brand. 😂 I don’t want it.

[@nataliawineland34]

This is such an important conversation.

[@kiterafrey]

We all gotta email Who Gives a Carp and ask them to send Kathryn a Christmas Box

[@emilybolen128]

Such an awesome video, very real! I love to see it

[@LisiTubbee]

Tell your friend mega food is owned by a major corporation that doesn’t contribute to sustainability

[@mifigue.miraisin]

would love from you a "gift guide" of sort with ways to shop and give mindfully. Id love to be able to still do gifts for my family but still remain eco conscious.

[@kimmiller3536]

How are people paying for all this stuff they think they need? It would be easy to get in debt.

[@icaro_andstuff]

That, in 3 daaaáaaaiyyys!?!? Was awesome

[@ariadnameza6594]

12:35 thinking about it cynically I can see why people would think that and I see it working for some time, you get cute things for free and get to show them online and use them and you often get more without asking, you get to make a living of of something easy and ‘fun’. In the long run tho there isn’t a long run, people move to other platforms, follow other younger more trendy influencers and you have (unlike other jobs) nothing to show to be proud of, you didn’t make anything to show to others, you didn’t help people in a substantial way and maybe if you’re lucky you are left with money to wonder what to make up of your life, thinking about a life like this is really eerie.

[@mxcie13]

14:03 this.

[@kasiapetruk6730]

If I could have one brand deal I would defo choose Who Gives a Crap 😅 As for food it is highly satisfying for me when I use up all the remaining food I have when cooking a meal. And start a new day/week with a fridge that is empty and ready to be restocked. Throwing out food is not pleasant at all.

[@maeganmchugh]

The PR waste is real, but sometimes it feels like all the responsibility is being put on beauty creators and other stereotypically “women’s” interests influencers. Are male influencers and gym bro influencers being held to the same standard?

[@Ally-ug3nq]

Watching this while having lunch 🍽️😊

[@bargemouvier]

Do you guys ever do things to stop corporations? Like, I get individual changes can have a positive impact- but I think we should also be organizing to change/stop the big corporations from activities they do, because at the end of the day that's the biggest piece of the puzzle when it comes to saving the environment. I just wanted to know if either of you had any ideas or experiences on how to do this. I'm personally specifically thinking about Nestle's water extraction, using neuroscience to make food products addictive, delivery times that are too quick and harm the planet from emissions, and plastic production.

[@nopetynopeimonaboat]

I do wanna say as someone who’s got reoccurring depressive episodes, I think what people REALLY mean when they say that (if I could have 100 packages-) is: “if I had that kind of financial security, it’d significantly reduce the negative impact of the disregulated/unstable/unsafe environment that’s significantly feeding my distress.” Though, romanticizing having more than you could need literally-in a consumerism way-is ultimately unhealthy and unfulfilling. This applies to both us as humans and the planet, in which our goal is to uphold both. By the way, if you already know this, that’s great! I just wanted to share because I cant really tell sometimes what people mean by what they say online because of my neurodivergent brain. But, I’ve kind of learned to decipher. Thanks for this video, you guys! I just got the Who Gives a Crap toilet paper delivered on Halloween lol.

[@Theinvisiblehippie]

I would love a video all about your houseplants!

[@amandaroques9714]

Shelby, you have probably answered this in a precious video, but what Multivitamins do you use? I recently purchased Ritual(hasn't shipped yet). Emmy takes that brand and had a discount so I'm giving them a try. Just curious if you use the same or of different, which one. Thanks for your content, it is super helpful 😊

[@freshfreshfreshfresh]

8:19 I love Samantha Ravndahl

[@MagpieMalone]

Every time I feel the urge to impulse buy I watch videos of india The amount of garbage pollution and the world's largest mountain of trash thats somehow almost aleays on fire really helps curb that craving

[@Farimira]

Can I just say, her hair in the thumbnail is super cute.

[@alzbeta.stastna]

❤❤❤

[@vcr6854]

I love Sam! This was a great vid

[@starbug345]

I recently learned that excessive internet use can harm the environment because of the energy it takes to power these devices. Do you have any ideas for this? I have heard of like certain browsers that are better for the environment, but what about when I’m not using that browser for example

[@BookNomming]

I think Hannah witton did a great video about pr gifts

[@inconvenientempathy]

♡

[@marzettik]

This was a cool video. ❤

[@amandasimms8609]

I'm sorry, discussing over consumption then oh buy our underwear! I get that it's quality etc. But probably misplaced in this vid

[@alyciairlbeck3640]

Shelbi, will you be posting your "what i won't be buying in 2025" video soon?

[@Shelbizleee]

usually after Christmas! But yes!!!

[@madisoncalzado6896]

@shelbizleee the video i absolutely needed and i know many others did too!... Especially with the holidays i always have such a hard time trying to balance my love for wanting to be festive and my hate for the consumerism associated with the holidays. Latley Ive felt like no one cares anymore and its so hard to combat that. Thank you both for filming this video! ❤😢❤

[@kendallmarie2985]

Please start a podcast !!!

[@mmabe4000]

I used to watch a crochet influence who would review yarns *in the store*. Not even buy and swatch them, just touch them in the store and tell you want you could make with it. That's not a review.

[@ATinyWarrior]

It's a different kind of review based off parameters like touch, feel, weight, softness, colour etc. but it still is very much a review.

[@Aktuelli]

Great stuff! Have you thought about starting a podcast? 🤩💯

[@gloryunderfoot700]

For the period panties, have you looked into ways to make them changeable without having to undress from the waist down? Like snaps, velcro or zippers?

[@MaraWolfe420]

The fact that this video had 2 ads roll every three minutes..... advertising be trying so hard to make sure the message of the video is lost lol jfc

[@smashygilmore]

Are you sitting on a couch or bed?? Either way I want one lol. I looks so comfy

[@IslanderT]

I don't understand TikTok shop at all, but would it be able to be used to raise money for a conservation cause? Like planting a tree and you get a certificate or a bracelet? Idk, I just feel like the work you both do is too important to be covered by more capitalism

[@ClaireCaoimheRaeMoonshadow]

Wait, what?!? You’re NOT my friend?!? 🤣

[@ohhsnapitsharley]

I really enjoyed this video and am not trying to talk shit but I do find it kind of funny that you put a pitch for your own product at the end of it

[@neurospicyrainbow]

You guys are de-influencers!

[@Summer-o9j9j]

Only Jesus will make you feel fulfilled. Live your life and have Faith. ❤

[@r9m24]

I have struggled with all these topics with consumerism. Great discussion and reminders! 🫶

[@loverdellama]

y'all are so beautiful and inspiring