Immy Lucas
starting a common place book
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In today's video I am sharing with you my first episode of project pantry, where I try new recipes, explore flavours and reduce food waste and save money.
For me sustainable living is always about cooking from scratch where possible, valuing what you own, introducing minimalist ideals by keeping our space free of unwanted items and lowering our waste wherever possible. Zero waste living is something I strive for. Meal prepping for autumn, learning new skills and minimising wherever I can. I hope you enjoy this calm cooking video!
► WHAT I EAT IN A WEEK ON A BUDGET
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Ok wow so it's been 7 months now and we're 1/2 way through my low buy year 2025. I have been very open and transparent in my video, and I hope you'll join me in the comments to let me know how your spending, budgeting and low buy year has gone!
so I've been thinking about my consumption, my spending, where my values lie and I think I want to do another low buy year next year so here are some of my thoughts, and how I'm going about planning for it...
Chapters:
00:00 intro
02:11 Ethical debit card Greenfi (ad)
03:30 6 months into my low buy
04:40 What I spent in June
08:00 Money saving tips I'm doing in 2025
► Why the "no buy" trend is TAKING OVER in 2025 (video essay)
» youtu.be/J5aO3cSWl2I
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In today's video I am sharing with you what I eat in a week, where I try new recipes, explore flavours and get prepped for the week ahead.
For me sustainable living is always about cooking from scratch where possible, valuing what you own, introducing minimalist ideals by keeping our space free of unwanted items and lowering our waste wherever possible. Zero waste living is something I strive for. Meal prepping for autumn, learning new skills and minimising wherever I can. I hope you enjoy this calm cooking video!
► WHAT I EAT IN A WEEK ON A BUDGET
» youtu.be/QEIdRZNY-pk
» youtu.be/itfWT-Le51I
► JOIN ME DAILY ON INSTAGRAM
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In today's video I talk a lot about the things that worry me, creativity in my 30s, aging, having kids, buying a house and where we want to live. I can't be the only one who is feeling overwhelmed by a lot of the stresses and choices we face when we enter this next decade in life. So today I'm having a very open and honest conversation with you about it all.
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#lowimpactliving #lowimpactmovement
In today's video I am sharing with you what I eat in a week, where I try new recipes, explore flavours and get prepped for the week ahead.
For me sustainable living is always about cooking from scratch where possible, valuing what you own, introducing minimalist ideals by keeping our space free of unwanted items and lowering our waste wherever possible. Zero waste living is something I strive for. Meal prepping for autumn, learning new skills and minimising wherever I can. I hope you enjoy this calm cooking video!
► WHAT I EAT IN A WEEK ON A BUDGET
» youtu.be/QEIdRZNY-pk
» youtu.be/itfWT-Le51I
► JOIN ME DAILY ON INSTAGRAM
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In today's video I'm sharing with you the zero waste habits I do on a in summer after trying to live sustainably for 7+ years). From reducing food waste, to minimalist living and beyond. I hope you enjoy this little insight into what I do to live sustainably and reduce waste where I can.
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#lowimpactliving #lowimpactmovement
Ok wow so it's been 6 months now and we're 1/2 of the way through my low buy year 2025. I have been very open and transparent in my video, and I hope you'll join me in the comments to let me know how your spending, budgeting and low buy year has gone!
► Why the "no buy" trend is TAKING OVER in 2025 (video essay)
» youtu.be/J5aO3cSWl2I
► order my book: The Conscious Kitchen
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#videoessay #commentary #overconsumption
so I've been thinking about my consumption, my spending, where my value lie and I think I want to do a low buy year next year so here are some of my thoughts, and how I'm going about planning for it...
In today's video I am sharing with you a food prep for the month, where I try new recipes, explore flavours and get prepped for the week ahead.
► order my book: The Conscious Kitchen
» bit.ly/m/Immylucas
► WHAT I EAT IN A WEEK on a budget
» youtu.be/BSStg5KTHoY
» youtu.be/itfWT-Le51I
» youtu.be/QEIdRZNY-pk
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For me sustainable living is always about cooking from scratch where possible, valuing what you own, introducing minimalist ideals by keeping our space free of unwanted items and lowering our waste wherever possible. Zero waste living is something I strive for. Meal prepping for autumn, learning new skills and minimising wherever I can. I hope you enjoy this calm cooking video!
In today's video I am sharing with you what I eat in a week, where I try new recipes, explore flavours and get prepped for the week ahead.
For me sustainable living is always about cooking from scratch where possible, valuing what you own, introducing minimalist ideals by keeping our space free of unwanted items and lowering our waste wherever possible. Zero waste living is something I strive for. Meal prepping for autumn, learning new skills and minimising wherever I can. I hope you enjoy this calm cooking video!
► WHAT I EAT IN A WEEK ON A BUDGET
» youtu.be/QEIdRZNY-pk
» youtu.be/itfWT-Le51I
► JOIN ME DAILY ON INSTAGRAM
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► Why the "no buy" trend is TAKING OVER in 2025 (video essay)
» youtu.be/J5aO3cSWl2I
► order my book: The Conscious Kitchen
» bit.ly/m/Immylucas
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#videoessay #commentary #overconsumption
so I've been thinking about my consumption, my spending, where my value lie and I think I want to do a low buy year next year so here are some of my thoughts, and how I'm going about planning for it...
► Why the "no buy" trend is TAKING OVER in 2025 (video essay)
» youtu.be/J5aO3cSWl2I
► The DARK SIDE of "haul culture" | what influencers don't tell you (video essay)
» youtu.be/gWv5H8tWrI8
► WHAT I EAT IN A WEEK ON A BUDGET
» youtu.be/QEIdRZNY-pk
» youtu.be/itfWT-Le51I
► JOIN ME DAILY ON INSTAGRAM
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info@immylucas.com
In today's video I am sharing with you what I eat in a week, where I try new recipes, explore flavours and get prepped for the week ahead.
For me sustainable living is always about cooking from scratch where possible, valuing what you own, introducing minimalist ideals by keeping our space free of unwanted items and lowering our waste wherever possible. Zero waste living is something I strive for. Meal prepping for autumn, learning new skills and minimising wherever I can. I hope you enjoy this calm cooking video!
► WHAT I EAT IN A WEEK ON A BUDGET
» youtu.be/QEIdRZNY-pk
» youtu.be/itfWT-Le51I
► JOIN ME DAILY ON INSTAGRAM
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Finally, I’ll share a few ways to break free from the cycle of consumption, if you’ve found yourself in a position where you’d like to address your own shopping habits but aren’t sure where to start.
What is "Haul Culture"?
"Haul culture" refers to a social media trend where influencers and content creators showcase large quantities of newly purchased or received products in a single video. This is common in niches like fashion, beauty, tech, home decor, sustainable living (ironically), and even groceries. The content typically involves the creator unboxing or trying on the items while discussing their quality, price, and where they were purchased.
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
01:08 Layout of the video
01:50 What is "haul culture"
02:23 Why do people watch "haul" content
03:43 Why do influencers make "haul" content
06:50 What are the negatives to "haul" content
10:35 The problem with fashion hauls
15:13 The fitness wear haul
17:17 The problem with Erewhon grocery hauls
22:45 Hygiene & aesthetic restocking hauls
28:09 The rise of "fake hauls"
31:40 Brands are guilty too!
33:22 How to break the consumer cycle!
► Why the "no buy" trend is TAKING OVER in 2025 (video essay)
» youtu.be/J5aO3cSWl2I
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#videoessay #commentary #overconsumption
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► Recipes
» How to make sourdough: youtu.be/8qdckoe1l8E
» Black Beans: rainbowplantlife.com/mexican-black-beans
» Tofu ricotta: instagram.com/p/C-QCndbJFSe
► WHAT I EAT IN A WEEK on a budget
» youtu.be/BSStg5KTHoY
» youtu.be/itfWT-Le51I
» youtu.be/QEIdRZNY-pk
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For me sustainable living is always about cooking from scratch where possible, valuing what you own, introducing minimalist ideals by keeping our space free of unwanted items and lowering our waste wherever possible. Zero waste living is something I strive for. Meal prepping for autumn, learning new skills and minimising wherever I can. I hope you enjoy this calm cooking video!
Chapters:
00:00 intro
02:40 How we got to where we are
04:03 Underconsumption Core
07:40 is underconsumption just a rebrand?
09:11 Overconsumption Core
14:50 The rise of hobbies
16:25 Digital Detox Core
17:20 My low buy year experience so far
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#videoessay #commentary #overconsumption
so I've been thinking about my consumption, my spending, where my value lie and I think I want to do a low buy year next year so here are some of my thoughts, and how I'm going about planning for it...
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In today's video I am sharing with you how I'm prepaeinf for spring, where I try new recipes, explore meal prep, planting seeds, finishing off winter knitting projects and get prepped for the week ahead.
For me sustainable living is always about cooking from scratch where possible, valuing what you own, introducing minimalist ideals by keeping our space free of unwanted items and lowering our waste wherever possible. Zero waste living is something I strive for. Meal prepping for autumn, learning new skills and minimising wherever I can. I hope you enjoy this calm cooking video!
► WHAT I EAT IN A WEEK ON A BUDGET
» youtu.be/QEIdRZNY-pk
» youtu.be/itfWT-Le51I
► RECIPES
» Bagels: instagram.com/p/DGDyHmwvIHM
» Sourdough Bread: youtu.be/8qdckoe1l8E
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In today's video I am sharing with you a food prep for the month, where I try new recipes, explore flavours and get prepped for the week ahead.
► order my book: The Conscious Kitchen
» bit.ly/m/Immylucas
► Recipes
» How to make sourdough: youtu.be/8qdckoe1l8E
» Recipe in Big Vegan Flavor by Nisha Vora - Red sauce: This is the closest I could find: instagram.com/p/C48HqzqrAuV
» Black Beans Meatballs: youtu.be/iPirWyQGH4g?t=107
» Marry me butterbeans: sarahsvegankitchen.com/recipes/marry-me-butter-beans/#recipe
» Tofu ricotta: instagram.com/p/C-QCndbJFSe
► WHAT I EAT IN A WEEK on a budget
» youtu.be/BSStg5KTHoY
» youtu.be/itfWT-Le51I
» youtu.be/QEIdRZNY-pk
► JOIN ME DAILY ON INSTAGRAM
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info@immylucas.com
For me sustainable living is always about cooking from scratch where possible, valuing what you own, introducing minimalist ideals by keeping our space free of unwanted items and lowering our waste wherever possible. Zero waste living is something I strive for. Meal prepping for autumn, learning new skills and minimising wherever I can. I hope you enjoy this calm cooking video!
► order my book: The Conscious Kitchen
» bit.ly/m/Immylucas
In today's video I am sharing with you what I eat in a week, where I try new recipes, explore flavours and get prepped for the week ahead.
For me sustainable living is always about cooking from scratch where possible, valuing what you own, introducing minimalist ideals by keeping our space free of unwanted items and lowering our waste wherever possible. Zero waste living is something I strive for. Meal prepping for autumn, learning new skills and minimising wherever I can. I hope you enjoy this calm cooking video!
► WHAT I EAT IN A WEEK ON A BUDGET
» youtu.be/QEIdRZNY-pk
» youtu.be/itfWT-Le51I
► RECIPES
» Bagels: instagram.com/p/DGDyHmwvIHM
» Sourdough Bread: youtu.be/8qdckoe1l8E
» Rainbow Plant Life: Red Lentil Curry & Tofu Palak Curry
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Chapters:
00:00 intro
0045: The structure of the video
04:17 No spend, spend days
06:30 Spending breakdown week by week
07:17 Spending by category
10:35 expenses covered by sinking fund
11:09 Saving money, reducing waste
12:39 Books I've read & am currently reading
13:03 Savings breakdown
15:23 adsense revenue Jan & Feb '25 vs '24
16:39 This month I was brave
19:09 Why my husband and I have joint & seperate emergency funds
21:24 No longer wanting to be a full time content creator
23:17 Budget sheet tutorial
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#lowimpactliving #lowimpactmovement
so I've been thinking about my consumption, my spending, where my value lie and I think I want to do a low buy year next year so here are some of my thoughts, and how I'm going about planning for it...
For me sustainable living is always about cooking from scratch where possible, valuing what you own, introducing minimalist ideals by keeping our space free of unwanted items and lowering our waste wherever possible. Zero waste living is something I strive for. Meal prepping for autumn, learning new skills and minimising wherever I can. I hope you enjoy this calm cooking video!
► order my book: The Conscious Kitchen
» bit.ly/m/Immylucas
► WHAT I EAT IN A WEEK
» youtu.be/QEIdRZNY-pk
» youtu.be/2Aq1No-msVU
» youtu.be/L1dePjp5rLY
» youtu.be/QAj19wCvk2Q
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In today's video I take you through the whole process from start to finish of making the Porcelain Sweater by Le Knit! My first intricate colourwork sweater using Malabrigo Verano 100% Pima Cotton. I hope you enjoy watching the whole process and the struggles I faced as a beginner knitter taking on quite a challenging project!
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Chapters:
00:00 intro
01:27 Low Buy journal & colour tracking
02:30 Number of no spend days, expected spend days etc
03:39 week 1 spending
03:50 week 2 spending
04:56 week 3 spending
06:48 Daily low buy journaling
10:30 It's really challenging me...
11:56 January 2024 adsense vs January 2025 earnings
12:40 The impact of cancelling subscriptions
15:14 How to create a savings goal tracker
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#lowimpactliving #lowimpactmovement
so I've been thinking about my consumption, my spending, where my value lie and I think I want to do a low buy year next year so here are some of my thoughts, and how I'm going about planning for it...
► order my book: The Conscious Kitchen
» bit.ly/m/Immylucas
In today's video I am sharing with you what I eat in a week, where I try new recipes, explore flavours and get prepped for the week ahead.
For me sustainable living is always about cooking from scratch where possible, valuing what you own, introducing minimalist ideals by keeping our space free of unwanted items and lowering our waste wherever possible. Zero waste living is something I strive for. Meal prepping for autumn, learning new skills and minimising wherever I can. I hope you enjoy this calm cooking video!
► WHAT I EAT IN A WEEK
» youtu.be/xKE7oOLQ8Ho
» youtu.be/2Aq1No-msVU
» youtu.be/L1dePjp5rLY
» youtu.be/QAj19wCvk2Q
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In today's video we're using the habit tool, habit stacking to achieve all of our goals in 2025.
Books:
Grit by Angela Duckworth
Tiny Habits by BJ Fogg
Good Habits, Bad Habits by Wendy Wood
The 12 Week Year by Moran / Lennington
Deep Work by Cal Newport
Atomic Habits James Clear
Feel Good Productivity by Ali Abdaal
Building a Second Brain by Tiago Forte
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