Wow Victoria, that is such a good question. I wish I had an easy answer. I can tell you about what effected a huge personal change in my life. Last year our entire home was lost in a flood during TS Elsa. There were 5 giant trash hauling bins that carted much of our home and at least 70% of our belongings away to the landfill. It was an instant downsizing of so many things that we have had to learn to live without this year. All our stuff is just stuff and I think we have to ask ourselves, "How much time, money, and energy do we want to commit to purchasing and caring for inanimate objects that can be destroyed in a moments notice?" I can tell you that once we get on our feet again, we will intentionally own a whole lot less. Why not suggest to your mom other ways you can spend time together that don't involve purchasing things? Going to lunch or having coffee together, doing a craft together, taking a hike, visiting a park, etc. You would still be building your relationship but not in a way that involves buying stuff. Who knows, maybe your mom can slowly be influenced through conversations about your values as you spend time together!
