we’ve been really digging a new video/website called story of stuff lately. it is a short, down and dirty, possibly skewed movie all about how our culture is currently stuck in a linear consumption model.

annie leonard, the host and narrator of this live-action / animated story presents us with the many problems involved in our current materials economy. it is an interesting and perhaps eye-opening look that may make you think about the consumer-centered lives we lead.

after the movie there are a few suggested ways you can help to make things better. we think the list may be a little short and not make much of an impact. but, since we’re not even doing everything on the list yet we’ll start there.