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I was constantly learning during this project. I feel I ultimately reached my goals in that there were many times in May when I felt free, when I was happy with nothing, and when I was self sufficient and reliant on the kindness of strangers all at once. I believe comfort can and should be found first in the human connection, and not in costly substitutes in the form of excess food, clothes, and countless other products. In the simplest of tasks, going for a walk, preparing my meals for the day, reading, I found happiness. Satisfaction came not only from finding ways to obtain the things I did need, but realizing I actually needed very little in the end. Separating the fact of want and need is a skill I can carry forward into the moneyfull months ahead. Now that I am fully able to spend at my will, I have a new challenge for myself. During the month of May I realized my true power as a consumer, in the idea that my dollar, if I was able to use it, would have been a vote for that product or service. Every dollar put towards anything is a sign of support for the company that produces, markets, and sells that item. When there are so many choices out there, I want to give my money to companies that have a positive impact on the world. Even though I know these companies exist, I am sure I am uneducated on the vast majority of them. That being said, I am setting out to only purchase items that have a positive impact on the world. I will spend time researching to find the companies offering such items, and I will then decide whether or not to "vote" for that company. To follow my new project, you can go to buyingforthebetter.blogspot.com

I would like to thank everyone who supported me during my moneyless month, whether it was a willingness to barter, a helpful hint, or some encouraging words, I could not have succeeded without your help. All there is, love. -Stephanie

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