Slow Progress Is Still Progress
Low waste living sounds great in theory, but in practice? Thanks to life's obstacles, it's much harder to commit for the long-haul. Add children into the equation and intentionally creating less trash can feel like a daily, uphill slog.
On today's show I speak with blogger and life coach Rebekah Lara about recommitting to your low waste goals despite waning motivation.
Here's a preview:
[3:30] An excuse, or a legitimate barrier?
[10:30] Imperfection vs. perfection in the low-waste community
[17:30] Intermediate low-wasters unite! Why you should take a second (and third) look at the contents of your trashcan
[25:00] It's not about the mason jar filled with trash: How to re-center your efforts around the big picture
Resources mentioned:
Going Green And Living Green Workbook
Want more episodes like this one? Check out the following:
#306: Low-Waste Lunchboxes
#177: Becoming A Zero Waste Chef
#093: How (Exactly) To Cook Zero Waste Meals
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