I've been thinking quite a bit about how to go about this task of transitioning to a life of less waste and less stuff.
My first instincts, of course, were to get rid of all the not so eco-friendly products I have and BUY ALL THE ZERO WASTE THINGS. I feel like half the research I did on how to cut down on my waste was just trying to sell me a new product... to help cut down on my consumption - not exactly the route I want to go.
So my strategy right now is more of a long haul approach. I want to focus on using what I have, repurpose what I can, buy only things that will truly help me reduce waste, and replace things with a zero waste alternative when the original has been used up. My hope is that this strategy will bring me as close to zero waste as possible by this time next year.
There have been some things I have thoughtfully decided to purchase at this point, such as mason jars and produce bags. Others I've decided to make or repurpose, like my old tshirts, which are slowly becoming tote bags. There's also been many products I've researched and almost bought (and will probably buy in the future), only to realize that I still have plenty to use up already in my home (I've got a stash of toiletries leftover by a previous roommate that just might last my lifetime). Yes, this will be a process.
Already there have been a few missteps along the way (like the mason jars I ordered to cut down on my use of disposable containers... which arrived wrapped in plastic and packing peanuts. Hmmmm) and I'm sure there will be many more to come. But, hey, I have to start somewhere.
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