When I was creating this blog I was thinking about reducing plastic use and paying more attention to what I buy. I have declared to share here my progress and tips, so I named the blog Small Zero Waste - small, because for now I’m learning how to reduce waste.
But I think there is no one on Earth who is truly ‘zero waste’, because there is a waste that we don’t see normally. Also I find some people doing zero waste strange, I mean, I appreciate them but some of them seem to be too self-assured? I don’t know. Anyway, I’m thankful for them sharing their stories and proving that living with minimal waste is possible. Despite this, in my point of view, things like trash jars are far-fetched. But mayble I’ll give it a try one day.
Recently, I saw someone claiming that zero wasters are foolish, because they buy expensive things (like safety razors or other accessories) and persuade other people to use it too. I don’t think it’s something bad, most of the things are reusable and long-lasting so it’s a save of money and reduce of waste. Furthermore it’s almost always plastic-free. What can be wrong about that?
The most important thing about reducing waste is saving our environment and it’s not about being perfect in zero waste, because all of our choises matter! Demand creates its own supply so every time you buy something wrapped in plastic packaging you give the producer a sign that you like it.
Reducing waste isn’t just about trash, think about reducing waste of water or electricity - repair the leaky pipes and switch off unnecessary electrical devices, it will pay off ;)
