No matter how environmentally conscious we may try to be, we are all consumers of our environments. For this discussion, please focus on one form of environmental consumption that you regularly engage in. Some examples are listed below.

- Running the air conditioner, heater, refrigerator, washer and dryer, or other appliance
- Taking a hot bath or shower
- Driving a car
- Ordering products online
- Eating and drinking
Or, a different example of your own choosing
As you analyze your selected form of consumption, address the following questions.

What is the reality of your consumption? What social context led you to make purchases or consume products? How do modern or affluent lifestyles influence trends in consumption?