When it comes down to it, companies around the world are the biggest culprits when it comes to wasting and harming the earth's resources. A quick Internet search shows which companies are the worst offenders. Voting for politicians that plan to take action against climate change and for sustainability is one of the best things anyone can do. Until people in positions of power decide to start making these changes, though, ordinary people should do what they can to inspire change and make their voices heard.
That's why, before I get into anything super serious or heavy with this blog, I'd like to make a list of little changes that most people can make without needing to invest a lot of time or money. And remember, sometimes the best thing you can do for yourself is to just disconnect from the news for a while. Access to information can make people feel obligated to know everything that's going on in the world, but honestly, sometimes it's better not to!
Here are just a couple ideas:
- Vote for representatives that prioritize the planet.
- Buy items secondhand to reduce the demand for manufacturing new products.
- Start incorporating more meatless meals into your diet, even if it's just one a week.
- Invest in a reusable water bottle to reduce how many single-use plastics you use (bonus points if you thrift it!)
- Buy (or make) some reusable bags to take shopping.
- Refuse a straw when dining out if you don't need it.
This list is definitely not exhaustive. I could spend all day coming up with little tips and changes for a more sustainable, eco-conscious life. I just wanted to start with some of the simplest ones. From this point forward, I'll try to put an idea for living more sustainably at the end of each post, and every few weeks I'll make a post that goes into more detail about each tip. And if some of these ideas aren't feasible for you, that's totally okay!
Remember, no one can do everything, but everyone can do something.
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