Giving things up?

Julie Brooks-Girskiene

We read a lot about changing things that we use for more sustainable alternatives, made from different materials for example.

Sometimes instead of searching for the most sustainable version of something made from bamboo or plant based plastics, perhaps we just don't need to use that item at all. We could make things much easier by just cutting out some things that we really do not need.

What items or habits have you given up or would be willing to give up to be more sustainable?

Piri

Well I am quite a selfish person perhaps, so I am not sure if I would be willing to give up something just because it is eco friendly thing to do. I believe the way to sustainability should be practical.

I should admit that choosing sustainable items sometimes are more expensive ( the cost of making it is usually higher) so I do look for the best solution, make sure it is not greenwashing, and it takes more time.

I am quite a conscious shopper and don't buy things if there is no need for it. Maybe before buying gifts didn't think so much if they will be used and really practical, but now I became better at it. It might sound a bit strange, but the last present that I bought for someone was sustainable toilet paper!

Possibly when will move back to Lithuania will try to use less tropical fruits and to look for alternatives.

John

Rick Astley woudn't like this:

John

I don't particularly want to give anything up but I don't think I'm overly consumer in the first place.

Disposable plastic decoration things annoy me not just for a sustainability reason but visually as well, I don't like the aesthetic.

I generally don't buy much stuff that I don't actively use and feel has some purpose.

I completely agree with the point though, sometimes instead of searching for a more sustainable alternative to something we really should just stop and ask ourselves of we need that thing at all.

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