InterNational Downshifting Week 2008

Saturday 19th to Friday 25th April 2008

UK awareness campaign National Downshifting Week, now in it’s 4th year, has been elevated to ‘InterNational’ status.

This comes following a wave of support from overseas organisations and visitors asking for ‘official inclusion’ in this unique event.  This non-profit campaign is spearheaded by writer/broadcaster on sustainable living, Tracey Smith and encourages participants to ‘slow down and green up’, live more sustainably and get a better work and life balance.

The official website, www.DownshiftingWeek.com lists many simple living suggestions and people are encouraged to try one a day throughout the week.  The net result of the slow down benefits the general health and well being of the individual, reduces their stress, can improve their personal and sexual relationships too and also benefit their local and global environments.

1. Plant something in the garden to cultivate and eat.
2. Eliminate 3 non-essential purchases this week.
3. Cut up a credit card and focus on living within your means.
4. Book a ½ day holiday from work to spend entirely with the one you love, no DIY allowed.
5. Cook a simple meal using fresh, locally sourced ingredients and enjoy it together at the table.
6. Tonight, turn off the television, turn on the radio, play a few games and talk.

There is also a guide to chart personal progress called ‘The Downshifting Manifesto’ which is available to read or print responsibly from the website, or watch her short film on How To Downshift.

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