Welcome to A Common Thread

Hi! I’m Jess Kirby, an ex-fashion and beauty influencer who left it all behind to start an anti-consumption newsletter about buying less stuff, and pursuing a more meaningful and intentional life.

I walked away from influencing, paid partnerships and affiliate links because I was tired of selling people things they didn’t need, and that I knew wouldn’t bring them the joy and fulfillment they were seeking. This newsletter never takes money from brands and I don’t use affiliate links. Your paid subscriptions help cover the cost of this work.

What is A Common Thread about?

This newsletter is about breaking free from the endless cycle of consumerism, and reclaiming our time and attention to build lives with intention, meaning and purpose. -Jess Kirby

What Paid Subscribers Say

Your writing (on such a wide range of topics) is always relevant and thoughtful and thought-provoking!

Emily

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I have been reading your blog for years now, and your voice is so valuable. I couldn't possibly fathom not supporting you and reading your work! Keep fighting the good fight. You're a voice of reason and logic, and you have inspired me to think more consciously about my consumption habits. Plus, I feel less alone reading your takes on motherhood. Can't wait to read more!

Anne

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I followed you back in the day, and absolutely LOVE what you're doing now. I need to hear from someone else that, by giving away our attention, we are unwittingly giving away our rights. Thank you.

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I love that you moved from influencer to anti-consumption advocate. Such an important message to share with the world! And I'm inspired by your no-buy approach and your efforts to break up with tech!

Kaitlin

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I appreciate how you are honestly writing about some of the biggest issues I am also currently dealing with - consumerism, motherhood, negative effects of social media, threats to reproductive rights, and others. Thank you!

Jordan

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