The circular economy, based on natural efficiency, promotes an economic model where resources are kept in a constant loop, maximizing value and minimizing waste. This involves mimicking natural systems where materials cycle continuously, demanding a move away from our present linear economic model. This goal necessitates widespread changes, including the creation of long-lasting, recyclable goods, the strengthening of recycling systems, and cooperative efforts by consumers, policymakers, and industries. To truly mimic nature, we need to create products that can be readily taken apart and their materials reused. However, a singular focus on material flows might lead us to ignore important social factors. For example, the rising need for recycled materials may result in increased resource extraction in vulnerable areas, possibly exacerbating existing social disparities. Furthermore, the emphasis on material efficiency could unintentionally promote more consumption, and thus overlook the need to consume less in general. Although eliminating material waste might be an important element, it should not be the only goal of an economic system. To really be sustainable, an economy must also focus on social justice, equitable access to resources, and the protection of the environment. Just making materials flow more efficiently does not solve the underlying issues of overconsumption and unsustainable production methods. Thus, we must adopt a broad approach that reconsiders how we consume and places importance on well-being along with material efficiency, rather than only focusing on waste elimination. We need to rethink our relationship with resources, focusing not only on how we use them but also on how we perceive their worth. The circular economy should go beyond merely the goal of minimizing waste; it should also be about encouraging a greater sense of responsibility towards both the environment and society. By prioritizing values such as equity and conscious consumption, we can turn the circular economy into a transformative and lasting force for progress.