We’re implementing tiny habits at home to lessen our personal impact on the environment. It feels so good. Here are a bunch of ways you can too:
- Let’s go easy. Read “One Green Thing” to learn how you can break green tasks into bite-size steps.
- Buy from and donate to thrift stores.
- Look into becoming a “Food Waste Warrior” so excess food finds a home.
- Download BuyNothing.org app. and join your local Buy Nothing Facebook Page to gift pre-loved clothes, home goods, toys…
- Start using a compost bin.
- Store food in glass jars and containers.
- Use eco-friendly Tru Earth laundry strips instead of traditional laundry soap.
- Watch Woody Harrelson’s film “Kiss the Ground” on regenerative farming.
- Shop for fewer groceries more often.
- Install energy efficient appliances when you remodel.
- Buy bulk organic grains and legumes.
- Reuse plastic glasses, plates, and silverware.
- Volunteer for clean-up days in your community.
- Sell high-ticket items on eBay, The RealReal, or Poshmark. Donate proceeds to your favorite charity.
- Visit Refillable or stores like them and buy soaps in bulk.
- Wash, air dry, and reuse plastic bags.
- Join groups dedicated to stabilizing the Earth.
- Support Food Runners and “food recovery” nonprofits in your area.
- Before you click “buy”, wait 24 hours. Ask yourself a few of these questions: Do I need it? Will it enhance my life or bring me joy? Does it fit my budget? Do I have something similar that serves the same purpose? Do I have space?
- Step outside, allow your eyes to rest in beauty, and breathe. Take good care of your precious self.
