SUSTAINABLE IDENTITY

SUSTAINABILITY IS SYNONYMOUS WITH BALANCE!

I DECIDED TO CREATE MY “OWN SUSTAINABILITY IDENTITY” THROUGH THESE THREE MAIN THEMES, WHICH OFTEN GENERATE DIFFERENCES OF OPINION.I

NUTRITION:

Sustainability and nutrition are two closely connected aspects and must be considered together.
My idea of a sustainable diet is mainly inspired by the Mediterranean or flexitarian model, approaches that promote balance, variety, and respect for the environment, without compromising health.

I respect all dietary choices, including vegetarian and vegan ones, when they are based on awareness and correct information. Personally, I prefer those who adopt a vegetarian rather than a vegan diet, as I perceive it as more flexible and inclusive, as well as easier to reconcile with general nutritional needs.

I believe that the complete elimination of animal-derived products may, in some cases, lead to nutritional deficiencies, especially in children, if not properly planned and supervised by qualified professionals. For this reason, while respecting the vegan diet, I do not consider it the most sustainable model in absolute terms.

For me, the true key to a sustainable diet is balance:
a balance between personal health, environmental impact, food culture, and social responsibility.

Only through conscious, flexible, and scientifically grounded food choices is it possible to build a truly sustainable model, for both individuals and the planet.

CONSUMERISM:

A fundamental aspect of sustainability is our relationship with consumerism.
I firmly believe that real sustainability cannot exist without a critical reflection on the excessive purchasing habits many people engage in every day.

I support progress and economic growth, but only when they are measured, reasonable, and responsible. I do not share the idea of uncontrolled consumerism, nor the belief that happiness comes from constantly buying new goods. We live in a society that often pushes us to “have more and more,” when in reality, in most cases, having less is more than enough to live better.

The truly important things in life are not material objects, but other values: well-being, time, relationships, and health. This does not mean giving up comfort or pleasure: I am not an extreme minimalist; on the contrary, I appreciate comfort and quality of life like anyone else. The difference lies in how and how much.

I do not support excessive accumulation—whether of clothes, cars, or unnecessary goods—nor an obsessive attitude toward ownership. I believe instead in thoughtful, conscious, and quality-oriented consumption: better a few carefully chosen products than many useless purchases.

Along this path, it is also essential to learn how to manage one’s financial resources and to develop greater awareness of marketing strategies, which often make us believe we constantly need new products—often to impress others—which is deeply misguided.

In my communication activity, I recommend only products that I truly consider useful and of high quality, often ones I personally use and that reflect my values. I do so with honesty, moderation, and transparency, without promoting excess or consumption for its own sake.

I believe in responsible communication, carried out with judgment and common sense, aimed at people’s real well-being rather than merely encouraging purchases.

GENDER EQUALITY:

Gender equality is a very current issue, especially when discussing sustainability and social rights. On this topic, I would like to express my opinion, starting from a fundamental point: I am absolutely in favor of gender equality! However, I believe it is a complex issue that cannot be addressed superficially or ideologically.

When discussing gender equality, I believe it is necessary to distinguish between different contexts, particularly between the Western world and the non-Western world. In many areas of Asia and Africa, women still live in conditions of severe disadvantage compared to men: they have fewer rights, fewer educational opportunities, limitations on personal freedom, and in some cases are subject to violence or systematic discrimination. This situation represents a serious injustice and requires concrete and urgent action.

In the Western world, however, the situation appears more nuanced. While acknowledging that real problems still exist—such as the gender pay gap in certain sectors, career difficulties, or gender-based violence—I am not entirely convinced that women are always and inevitably disadvantaged compared to men. In several areas, it is often men who find themselves in a disadvantaged position.

For example, in the education system, boys show higher dropout rates than girls; in the judicial system, especially in cases of separation or child custody, men tend to be penalized; moreover, on a social level, men often face strong pressure related to expectations of economic success and the limited acceptance of emotional vulnerability.

This reflection also connects to the theme of feminism. It is important to clarify that feminism is not a single, homogeneous movement. There are historical and liberal currents that have played a fundamental role in securing essential rights for women, such as the right to vote and access to education and employment. These achievements are undeniably positive and necessary.

However, I distance myself from certain currents of contemporary feminism, often described as “radical,” which tend to portray women exclusively as victims and men as inherently guilty. This perspective, based on a constant opposition between genders, does not promote dialogue or true equality.

My worldview is instead founded on values of peace, fraternity, and meritocracy. I believe that the goal of gender equality should be to ensure equal rights, equal duties, and equal opportunities, valuing each individual’s abilities, without creating new forms of discrimination or conflict between men and women.