Two years into mostly staying at home and ordering stuff online have certainly changed my perspective on consumption and the "waste" that comes with said consumption. If you are a regular visitor to my blog over the last decade, you would know that I'm big on recycling, upcycling and repurposing things.
But my recycling/upcycing/repurposing cannot keep up with the rate at which stuff enters my orbit. Pictured is the average number of cardboard boxes that goes into the recycle bin each week. Because I don't have the space to keep everything for "future" projects. (cardboard boxes don't keep well in a hot and humid climate..)
I'm already making the conscious effort to use what I have instead of buying new stuff. From using existing art supplies to wearing clothes already in my closet...
To opting for eco-friendly refills...
To drinking only Nepresso coffee because they collect and recycle the pods.
Still, I ask myself constantly if I'm doing enough for the environment.
So in 2022, my goal is to be a more conscious consumer when it comes to purchasing things that I need/want so that I don't accumulate so much "waste". And to use things that I already own instead of buying a new fancier version. To stop buying things on impulse because it's on sale.
I don't think it will be easy since I love stuff. But I'm going to try. *triumphant music plays in the background*
What about you? Do you have any eco-goals?
I like this post because it addresses the efforts we all need to make to reuse, repurpose, recycle or discard. I like the photo of the pencil stubs! I also use L'Occitane products and have started buying their refills. I didn't know about the recyclable pods. The part about buying less and resisting sales is going to be the hardest for me. I am also a major shopper of craft supplies and cosmetics. We must be related....hahaha!
ReplyDeleteGood on you for trying to do the right thing with less waste.. I try around home to re-cycle etc.. I think as long as we are thinking and trying than surely that will make a difference..
ReplyDeleteYes, it's very important to me to consume less. It's also important to me to give the things I don't need to someone who does need them vs. just throwing them out.
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