The document discusses the concept of "de-development" proposed by Jason Hickel, which is the idea that wealthy countries should slow their consumption to allow developing nations to grow their economies. It then provides an example format for describing four ways an individual can practice de-development in their own life and how it would impact them. Specifically, the individual proposes to consume less junk food and mobile games, overspend less on car parts, and stop procrastinating in order to save money and focus on schoolwork and health.
The document discusses the concept of "de-development" proposed by Jason Hickel, which is the idea that wealthy countries should slow their consumption to allow developing nations to grow their economies. It then provides an example format for describing four ways an individual can practice de-development in their own life and how it would impact them. Specifically, the individual proposes to consume less junk food and mobile games, overspend less on car parts, and stop procrastinating in order to save money and focus on schoolwork and health.
The document discusses the concept of "de-development" proposed by Jason Hickel, which is the idea that wealthy countries should slow their consumption to allow developing nations to grow their economies. It then provides an example format for describing four ways an individual can practice de-development in their own life and how it would impact them. Specifically, the individual proposes to consume less junk food and mobile games, overspend less on car parts, and stop procrastinating in order to save money and focus on schoolwork and health.
Discuss four ways by which you can “de-develop.” “De-development” is a
concept introduced by Jason Hickel. The idea is that the rich countries should slow down in their consumption so that poor nations can “catch-up.”How do you think will this “de-development” impacts your life? Follow the format below.
Ways by which I can “de-develop” Impacts of this “de-development in
my life Example: I will be able to save extra money and I will lessen my milk tea consumption spend this on school-related things. from five (5) times per week to once Also, I will be able to reduce my sugar per week only. intake which means I am also taking a step towards a healthier lifestyle. 1. I will consume less junk food from I will preserve my money. I will be able every day to twice a week. to buy drawing materials for my major subjects. 2. I will stop playing mobile games Mobile games won’t take me for the meantime to focus on my somewhere and it won’t improve my studies grades. The time I allotted for playing mobile games will now the time for studying and doing requirements so my grades will improve. 3. I will not over spend on car parts Instead, I will save up my money for future emergencies. 4. I will stop procrastinating and I won’t be stressed and I will be more focus on my tasks productive