Little Things

Since my slightly bleak post the other day I've been doing some thinking. I think apathy is necessary for us to get through the day to day. HOWEVER, that being said...I honestly think we all need to make an effort to address the problems facing the world that we live in. So I thought I would start by making a list of those little things we can all do every day that help make a positive difference in the world around us. Feel free to add on.


1) USE your re-usable bags. Stop forgetting them. Leave some in your car or get the fold up ones that you can leave in your purse.


2) Use a thermos instead of a paper cup. If you get a stainless steel one it can keep your coffee or tea hot for HOURS. Your life will never be the same.


"The average American office worker uses about 500 disposable cups every year.[1]" - Clean Air Council


3) Bring your own utensils. My Mom and Dad got me this amazing spnife? (spoon, knife, fork in one) 

"Every year, Americans throw away enough paper and plastic cups, forks, and spoons to circle the equator 300 times." - Clean Air Council

4) Buy as much local and organic food as you can. The amount of energy and oil used to transport food from place to place is absolutely shocking. Plus! It's better for your body to eat the food that grows naturally in your climate.

5) Go meatless at least one meal every week. Even one meatless meal makes a  HUGE difference.  "For every 2.2 pounds of beef not consumed...you remove as much carbon dioxide from the air as NOT driving a car 155 miles."

6) Buy as much as you can second hand. It helps break the cycle of consumerism and keeps used items out of the landfill.

7) RECYCLE. IT'S SO EASY. YOU HAVE NO EXCUSE NOT TO.

8) Compost. (This is one I need to take on. I don't right now but it's one thing I am going to change)

9) Donate. Time, money...give what you can. Every bit helps and the karma kick back is always great too!

10) Smile!!! Smiling makes you feel happier and a simple smile can make someone's day. I honestly believe smiling makes the world a much better place.