Natural Christmas: A Guide to a More Sustainable and Meaningful Holiday Season

Introduction

Christmas is a time for joy, family, and giving. But it can also be a time for stress, waste, and environmental damage. In Natural Christmas, Tom Pritchard and Billy Jarecki show you how to have a more sustainable and meaningful holiday season without sacrificing any of the joy.

Why Go Natural?

There are many reasons to go natural for Christmas. Here are a few:

• Reduce your environmental impact. Christmas is one of the most wasteful times of the year. We buy millions of presents that we don't need, wrap them in plastic that will never biodegrade, and then throw them away after a few days. By going natural, you can reduce your waste and help protect the environment.
• Save money. Going natural can also save you money. You don't have to buy expensive presents or decorations. You can make your own gifts and decorations, or you can find them second-hand.
• Spend more time with your loved ones. Christmas is a time to spend with your loved ones, not to run around shopping and wrapping presents. By going natural, you can simplify your holiday season and focus on what's really important.

How to Go Natural

Going natural for Christmas doesn't have to be difficult. Here are a few tips to get you started:

• Start early. The best way to avoid stress is to start planning your natural Christmas early. This will give you plenty of time to find sustainable gifts and decorations, and to make your own.
• Set a budget. It's easy to overspend during the holidays, so it's important to set a budget and stick to it. This will help you avoid debt and keep your holiday season stress-free.
• Be creative. There are many ways to go natural for Christmas. Don't be afraid to experiment and find what works for you. You might be surprised at how much you enjoy a natural Christmas!

Conclusion

Natural Christmas is a guide to a more sustainable and meaningful holiday season. By following the tips in this book, you can reduce your environmental impact, save money, and spend more time with your loved ones. So what are you waiting for? Start your natural Christmas today!

Additional Resources

Here are a few additional resources that you may find helpful:

• The Natural Christmas website: https://www.naturalchristmas.org/
• The Sierra Club's guide to a green Christmas: https://www.sierraclub.org/sierra/2018-11-december/green-christmas-guide
• The National Audubon Society's guide to a sustainable Christmas: https://www.audubon.org/news/how-have-more-sustainable-christmas