Hi! Wanted to share that, outside of the Internet “zero waste” bubble, the average person likely isn’t doing any of these habits. Most people still buy everything new, don’t compost, eat a lot of meat, etc. And the “zero/low waste movement” (including your content!) has absolutely influenced so many people to make small changes- including myself! I think you have felt this immense pressure to be perfect much more than the average person due to your internet following and how you spend so much of your time (work and personal) thinking about it. As someone who consumes a lot of low waste content and thinks a lot about climate change, I also put this pressure on myself. But the average person doesn’t. I think it is perfectly okay for you to shift content to what you’re most passionate about! And along the way, the casual and natural ways you integrate sustainability and low waste conversations into your content will still encourage others to make small changes. Even just mentioning something like composting helps to make it more normalized in people’s minds and spark their interest. Just leading by example by vlogging and showing what you do in your every day life makes a big impact! I’m excited to see more outdoor/hiking content. I think the world would be in a very different place if everyone felt connected to the biodiversity and landscapes around them.
I agree with your sentiment completely. I personally don't watch any of the zero waste influencers at this point. I stuck with low waste and those willing to show mistakes. I would attempt the life fail, experience shame and guilt, and then swing back to the full waste lifestyle. I got sick of rubberbanding back and forth. I really enjoy low waste imperfect influencers. It shows the realistic side of life and reminds me that it's better to be imperfect.
There are so many things I really resonated with that you mentioned in this video. I too really feel like I'm doing nothing interesting enough to film and it makes me wonder why I even make content sometimes!
@sustainably vegan, your videos and your voice are so soothing that you could literally do a video about nothing and you’d still get so many views! Lol I understand feeling like that and having creative blocks, but the world needs your voice. I hope you keep doing YT for a very long time.
I'm sensing a theme in all my favorite youtubers that "I'm not perfect and that's okay" and I'm here for it! imo being sustainable also means making small incremental changes that are sustainable for you AND the environment. if I were to see "zero waste" youtubers be perfect and never show a little wiggle room, I'd immediately shut the idea of making changes out of my mind, but when I'm invited to try different things or think about things differently, I am way more likely to make changes - I feel like I'm not alone with that!
I miss your content, I’m by no means perfect but finding your videos and your personality is one of the major reasons that I made my first swaps that I still use to this day, and as you said, don’t even think about anymore because they have become so normal. Watching you find hikes around your home inspired me to get into a lifestyle of finding a hiking community around where I live that I didn’t even know existed until my brain was sparked to look for it. You mention all of these “swaps” that you do still even though you don’t consider yourself zero waste anymore but you forgot your impact on creating more imperfect individuals who are now more intentional with the life they live and the foot print they have on this planet. I’ve loved every video you have put out and I hope one day you get to a place you can make more, but if not that’s okay too. I hope you’re doing well and look up at the sky and remember that it does not rest on your shoulders. ❤
This felt like the perfect time for me to watch this video. I was fortunate enough to buy a house, and expected myself to have solar panels, a vegetable garden that's 100% feeding our family, a native pollinator garden, compost- the works all within a year. As if buying a home isn't expensive enough, solar panels aren't within my budget right now. I haven't personally gardened before, so expecting myself to have a fully "successful" garden the first year wasn't fair to myself. I've had to be really honest with myself of my current situation and set long term goals. I'm still making strides to hit my environmentalism goals, but it's not fair for me to expect myself to be able to be perfect right now. Systems aren't robust or accessible enough for me to be there right now. I'm feeling incredibly relieved to be that honest with myself. That relief keeps me from burning out and getting frustrated with "how little I'm doing", when in reality, I'm a much more conscious consumer and activist now than I was 4 years ago when I started. Thanks for the video. It was a lovely watch.
We are growing broccoli, potatoes, tomatoes, bell peppers, zucchini, cilantro, and basil. Our eggplant, lettuce, and spinach didn’t take off. This list is down from the original list including cucumbers, carrots, beans, and brussel sprouts. In addition, we are trying to grow native pollinators to our area including milk weed and cone flowers.
Perfectly stated Sedona!! I've been practicing low waste since 2018 and definitely hit a wall when the pandemic started. During that time, I've realized what parts of zero waste are truly sustainable for me. I love what you said about zero waste being a system rather than a lifestyle-- I still hold to most of the swaps I used when I started, but there's nothing particularly special about any of them. Practicing veganism, using a menstrual cup and safety razor, always using a reusable water bottle etc, the list goes on but they're all things that I do but I've done them for so long that they're just a part of my daily life and I don't even think of them as swaps anymore. And ultimately I think this is what the goal of zero waste should be, to make eco-friendly options a normal part of daily life rather than something fantastic or an alternative lifestyle to be put on a pedestal. Thank you so much for sharing your authentic self with us again, I really appreciate you being candid about your lifestyle!!
Girl, I feel this so much it's ironic how sustainability is hardly sustainable (mentally, emotionally, physically etc.) love your vlog channel !! thanks for posting this :)
This may seem weird to hear from a complete stranger but....I.AM.SO.DAMN.PROUD.OF.YOU!!!! The self love and self awareness you are showing and the boundaries you are setting for yourself and with others is absolutely gorgeous 😍. Keep up that amazing work honey!
Sometimes I make oat milk at home because it's a lot faster and cheaper than buying from the store (I use use my regular blender and a reusable nut mylk bag) but because it only lasts a day or two, most of the time I just buy plant milk from the grocery store (in a carton -which I'm lucky my city can recycle (if it makes it there properly/etc.) but I know not every city can recycle tetrapaks). If I am buying from the grocery store, I prefer oat milk because it has the lowest footprint, but lately my budget has been *very* tight and so I choose almond milk instead because it's cheapest and what I can afford in my allocated grocery budget. I'd like to be able to get a machine to make them at home but haven't been able to afford them yet. Sounds like a really cool thing to try (but also using a nut bag definitely has the lowest footprint but is more hassle). I'm also really keen to try "JOI" they make an almond milk base (it looks like a paste) that you simply add to water and mix in! Hope that answers your question! 💗
This video really brought me to tears. I’ve followed for a while and seeing your growth as a person and how vulnerable this is- so much gratitude. I think it’s so important that we realize this isn’t something new, that indigenous cultures have been living with the land. You have made such an impact by living your truth and it’s been incredible to watch. Much love.
You were one of the first TH-cam channels I followed when I started living more sustainably & I wanted to thank you for this "update." Existence is hard as it is, so it must be exhausting to constantly center content creation around your own personal life and personal brand, especially as we are all still struggling through the pandemic and trying to make sense of our batsh*t crazy world. Trying our best with what we have from where we are is the best any of us can do, so keep at it! I always get really excited when I get a notification about your vlogs. Super proud of you, internet stranger // internet friend!
Christy I have been watching your videos for the past 4 years and I just want to say that I am proud of you. Your doing amazing. Your videos have taught me so much through the years. You ARE a creative person. You videos don’t have to be perfect. Just keep being you, and we learn from that. Keep doing your best! Keep flying butterfly:)
What I appreciate the most about your vlogs is your sincerity. I can feel that you speak from your heart and this counts much more than a perfect ‘zero-waste’ example. You are an inspiration. Sometimes it might feel like what we are doing is insignificant, but if your messages touches one, two or a dozen of people, I believe it’s absolutely worth the job. Thank you and keep up the good work no matter the type of content you create. 🤗
I'm so happy to see your face. I always look forward to your videos! It's so true what you said. I went from beeing a student with lots of free time to a fulltime worker. I just don't have the energy anymore for a lot of sustainable things. At first I felt pretty bad. But now I see that I am at least trying to live more sustainable. And thats also worth something.
I TOTALLY feel this way too! That's exactly how I feel too! When my life was slower, it was more do-able, but then my resources of time/money/etc. started to vanish as life went on and became more complicated (moving from post-grad into young adulthood, etc.) and it became so much more difficult and flat out un-realistic to even have the energy to give it my all with the resources I did have, when I had other things I needed to give my energy to. Could I have made better decisions? Sure. But I always did the best I could with what I could. Every little bit we can do with what we have means something!!! 💕 Big hugs and thank you for caring about mama earth where you're able to!! Every little bit counts xo
this has been my experience too! esp after COVID, i put myself thru a guilt trip. like it was all my fault and i was angry and really hard on myself that now i just had to buy things packaged ect. and i'm slowly starting to undo that and work on going back to some of my basic eco habits. in the end, it's not my fault and i can't change everything. this video was really helpful.
As someone starting her journey to be more sustainable through her actions, I can relate to the pressure you have felt to be "perfect" about zero waste. Many of us do NOT have the resources to do many things necessary to reduce our footprint. For example, I live in Puerto Rico. We practically do not have Goodwill or second-hand stores. We do not have bulk stores and considering my country's financial crisis, which obviously affects salary, affording certain "zero waste swaps" can be expensive. On my part, at least, affording certain "zero waste swaps" has required me to save money for some time before I can purchase things like menstrual underwear. That being said, I do try my best by selling, gifting, or donating stuff I will no longer use. Or like at this moment in which I've got torn clothes and would like to avoid them from ending up in the landfill (recycling is another problem we have on the island), I've actually researched ways to upcycle them. My point is that, just like you, I sometimes struggle with this pressure but, at the same time, remind myself that there is no way for me to be perfect in my journey. Nonetheless, my efforts are still valuable.
Your comment about either chasing an aesthetic or living the life hit me. I've chased the aesthetic due to certain limitations, but those limitations are my creation. Since watching your videos over the last couple years, I've made changes. I'm not fully zero waste, but I gravitate as much that way as I can. I still have switch overs to make, but little by little. I will say, those changes have made my life better and choosing the planet more often, also makes life better.
8 is easily achievable!! Keep all items clean and in working order, it makes it last longer. I have a dryer that doubles as a heater, im constantly cleaning it to keep it in good working order. Due to budget reasons every second night is a veggie meal - my son has sensory issues with food. I turn the lights off at the meter box to control what we use, double layer bedding. I use a pump bottle with environmentally sustainable liquid for dishes with a scrub daddy...which i have had for a good year now. Ive made small changes that i am able to keep making so that i have the confidence to keep making more
hey, just wanted to say that as someone who just started learning about more sustainable living this video really helped me. ngl i almost clicked off after you stopped talking about swaps bc i feel like ive just been so desperate to reduce waste that i stopped caring about practicality, but your reflection really let me take a step back and take a breath. i hope youre doing well. thank you for this video💕
I appreciate you and your videos so much. I personally have no interest in following creators who show an unrealistic view on low waste so please do know that your view point is so valuable. Also I could not agree more on healing our own relationships to the planet by being out in nature. That is important work even if no one else is a witness to it. Love and appreciate ya so much 💕.
I actually listened to braiding sweet grass on the Libby app free through my library and I loved it because I had tried to read it and it’s a bit heavy in the technical vocabulary so I found myself not actually processing it. But I flew through the audiobook and loved it!!!
I think everyone is realizing zero waste isn’t the be all end all of sustainability and it’s not worth ruining your mental health trying to be perfect. But I still have a ton of low waste swaps that are just habits and not extra effort anymore 😊 now I try to focus more on local food and trying to grow my own food, and repair things!
Thank you so much for this video, I had no idea how much I needed to hear this! I cried, but in a good sense. I felt SO understood and relieved to see (and to read in the comments) I'm not alone with this irrational guilt for not being the perfect activist. So yes, to answer your thought, vlogging about where you're at does help others and you're absolutely appreciated for that. I'm so happy for you about being over the not-being-a-zero-waster-anymore crisis by the way. Lots of love and cheers for your future projects!
I can see that you are struggling with things and part of it seems to be where TH-cam fits within your life. I would rather see you post more consistently about a variety of topics then have you marry yourself to the zero waste movement. You got this. You're doing great things. Keep doing them.
I used to watch your videos from Nepal and now I am in the states and experiencing the consumeristic culture here. I love the planet and doing my best to do such things since I was a child. Now, here I am and I have more footprint than when I was in Nepal. Just because of the system here. Somethings have no choices! Thank you Sedona! I love how you speak! And yes we share a lot of things!
I just want to say you have made an impact. I switched to a safety razor a few years ago because of you and have never gone back! And I love that I can use a bar of soap to shave with which means I'm not using shaving cream either. Managed to get a few people onboard with the safety razor as well so at the very least you have saved 2-3 households from years worth of plastic razors which is amazing to think about! I tried bar shampoo too but it made my hair extremely staticky. Like no matter what I put on my hair afterwards or no matter what brand I used, it was awful so unfortunately I just can't do it with my hair type. Will definitely have to try the laundry tablets as the sheets are out of my price range. And maybe I can get others on them too :) You are doing a lot and teaching a very practical way of becoming sustainable.
Several years ago you mentioned swapping deodorant for non aluminum baking soda. Tried it 3$ for a bag that’s lasted 3 years. Works far better than regular deodorant. Best tip ever! Thank you ❤️🇨🇦
Really reeaally glad you made this video - ive been a bit frustrated and tbh ive gone back on some of my better habits out of exhaustion - but this is renewing me and reminding me to keep trying and keep stacking little things where i can - even stuff like second hand clothes i barely think about how much that probably makes an impact & how much its worth it to keep trying
Never felt motivated to include those habits on my everyday as I feel today. This video made me feel that I can do little things and still be part of it. Always thought I couldn’t do it since here in Colombia it could be expensive or I’d have to change most of what I’m doing rn. It is not needed to be completely zero waste to live a sustainable life which seems obviously but I just realized. Thank you girl 🐚
Zero waste or vlogging content, no matter what I'll always support watching your videos ❤️ I really enjoyed the swaps you listed as I do those too and don't think much of them now as it's second nature to me. But like you said, they make a huge impact and it was so exciting at first making these changes. I still strive to live a meaningful and zero waste life. Glad I can follow along on your journey too.
HI, love your videos! Just wanted to warn you, that it's bad for the feet to use running shoes for too long because the cushioning ability deteriorates. The cushion in running shoes is supposed to absorb some of the shock that would otherwise put stress on your knees and hips. Running on grass is less bad for your joints than running on concrete. So if you run on a hard floor I recommend changing your shoes! I'm all for zero waste, but your health comes first! Lots of love
omg yes!! i was literally getting so down on myself for using recycled toilet paper to blow my nose instead of a handkerchief! and then i was like okay, maybe calm down dude...coca cola is literally just straight up destroying the planet by the acre, i think i can give myself a little grace.
Well said! I think a lot of people could benefit from this video because many of us get stuck in this zero waste guilt mindset sometimes. I can relate to so much of what you said. Girl, you keep doing you and keep standing your ground! I love that you know you’re doing your best which is imperfect, but you also know that ALL of us are imperfect no matter how hard we try, and I love that you have an “I don’t care if you judge me” kind of attitude!
I've been following you for several years now and I can totally relate to these changes. Especially since the pandemic, we are all just doing the best we can. I'm proud of you for doing the best you can- and I think that positively affects others who can only do that, too.
super well put video! nobody is perfect, we’re all just doing our best!! i don’t think you’re being negative, i think you’re being real and i appreciate that. thank you for this :-)
Thank you for your thoughts. I feel the same, when I live in a flat in a big city, and I feel I can't do more. And I find myself being jealous and "uncontent" because I cant afford a house with a garden, and solar panels etc. Because of these thoughts I started to give up, because I couldn't find anything more, I can achieve. It was a great video because I reflected on myself, and from now on, I will try to focus on the things I can do, and try to do them on the long run. Thank you!
I agree with many comments. You are very down to Earth. I've hit snags on my zero waste journey, usually lately related to health concerns that take my energy away from concentrating on zero waste. I made videos myself so I know how hard it is to come up with content. Good work.
I’ve been watching your videos for maybe 4-5 years now? And I’ve thoroughly loved to see your evolution. I’ve made small “zero waste” changes in my life and some worked and some didn’t but… it’s just that I’ve learned the concepts from you and I’ve slowly started implementing them in my own life. I owe that to you and your gentle approach to environmentalism. Ive learned a lot from you and have made so many changes in my life with the environment at the forefront of my mind. Anyways, thank you and don’t apologize for evolving and changing shape.
I'm thankful you shared this! You, Shelby, Immy, and Gittemary all initially inspired me to be more conscious about the way I live. I tried to go vegan but i think i'm not there yet with my health to be able to commit to it completely, but i do eat less of it now than i used to (and I've been GF/DF for over 2.5 years now). I've been beating myself up about it, but my partner isn't ready to give up meat or dairy yet, and it's hard enough with my current diet to be even more drastically different in what i eat. BUT i do get veggie options when i'm eating by myself or when we're out to eat somewhere. I'm doing what I can with what I'm able to do, and that's okay. I'm doing other things that are more sustainable that i do have control over and that i have the ability to do!
When it comes to your health, health always comes before sustainability when a certain choice has no better sustainable option in my opinion. Like if you need to have TV dinners because you have depression and won't eat if it's not easy, I personally see nothing wrong with that. For me, I literally cannot eat healthy unless I purchase easy-to-cook (and usually cheap) thinks like pasta, eggs, and bread. And eggs are not vegan, and pasta and bread also usually come in packaging. All I can control is the brand I support and the better packaging, and sometimes I cant afford the more sustainable option. Im also learning one thing at a time how to cook my own things that are usually packaged, like bread and hot sauce. But that is an entire journey in and of itself, and if I tried to make everything at once, I would surely get overwhelmed and fail. Plus, if a certain food just makes you happy, I don't think you should have to cut something out, because then you'll be unhappy. And finding more sustainable options are usually time intensive or more expensive. You should always try to find a replacement that makes you happy, but if there is none, I always remind myself not to be too hard on myself about it as I slowly navigate towards more sustainable options. For me that's my Mac and cheese tv dinners and frozen waffles 😂
I love how real you are, especially in this video. You are so relatable for me and other people trying to make a difference but know we aren’t doing it perfectly. Thank you! ❤️
This video was so impactful for me. Millions of people making low waste efforts being so much more impactful that one person doing it perfectly was such a lightbulb moment for me, especially as someone who tend to have an all or nothing mindset. Thank you thank you thank you! 🐢🌿
Doing zero waste imperfectly is something I remind myself of a lot. I do a lot to make sustainable choices, but I also have to do what’s best for myself. I’m very messy and my adhd means it’s very hard for me to bring myself to clean. The swiffer as wasteful as it is made it super easy for me to clean. I use shampoo bars, and menstrual cups and try and live sustainably. But there are some things I know I personally can’t give up.
Several years ago You mentioned deodorant and swapping it out for non aluminum baking soda. Best idea ever!!! No more rashes and one package has lasted 3 years and cost 3$. Works far better than deodorant. Thank you ❤️🇨🇦
oo! I will have to give this a try, I have tried other natural deodorants and I am really sensitive and broke out in a rash. So I keep having to go back to what I know works but I use baking soda for a lot of things so I will have to try it when my current deodorant is running low/is out.
oooh yes there are a few baking soda recipes out there a lot of people swear by! I do know that one of the main allergies people tend to get with natural deodorants is actually bicarb (baking soda)! It's an ingredient in a lot of them, so also might be something to look into if you're allergic to many of them. There are a few natural companies that make a "bicarb-free" version of their natural deos :) I'm not a deo user myself so I don't really know of any to recommend but just thought I'd add that if it's helpful! Sorry if I overstepped/was unsolicited advice 🙈 Big hugs! 💛
@@SedonaChristina ahhh thank you! this is great, i will definitely look into it. I haven't done a full allergy test for chemicals so i dont know exactly what chemicals cause that but good to know that it possibly could be caused by bicarb. thanks for sharing
Thank you for being so real. I always struggle with feeling like my best isn’t enough and watching someone I look up to admitting they’re not perfect and they struggle too helps inspire me to keep going. I hope you will continue to share your life with us and even if you no longer call yourself zero waste the actions you take make such a difference and I love seeing all your new ideas and changes you implement in your life
I have absolutely loved watching your videos over the years! I have enjoyed watching you grow and where the journey of your life has taken you ❤️ All we can do is take life day by day, moment by moment and be our authentic selves in those moments. :)
Thank you for this video, I really appreciated hearing all your thoughts on the topic. I would be keen to hear more about your experiences of living/doing things alone - I've been living alone for nearly 2yrs and I love it, but still struggle with self-confidence in a lot of ways (eg. camping/travel is still a hurdle). All the best!
Hi Christina! I just wanted to let you know that your video really brightened my day. I was having a hard day, but watching your video felt like hanging out and chatting with a good friend. I like your blogs, where you're chill and I can just be chill too. Thanks for helping me salvage the day.
Thank you for being real about it! We all do what we can, right? So, there is no need to get down on yourself for not doing all the things. Change happens gradually over time, not in an instant. As much as we all want the best for nature, our planet, and our animals the responsibility is a group effort. No one person is able to reverse the climate crisis we're in; sure, certain individuals may be able to make bigger differences than others, but when it comes down to it, we all need to try and do what we can. That goes for environmentalism, animal rights, civil rights, everything. We are all connected on some level and even small changes can make a big difference when we work together (:
You definitely brought up a good point about ecominimalism and buying one high quality thing that's going to last a lifetime. There are definitely times I've splurged on an item that maybe wasn't produced in the most sustainable way nor was inexpensive, however, given the high quality, my offset is that it will last forever. For example, I bought a pair of Red Wings work boots. Do I know if Red Wings is the most sustainable brand? No. But they're built to last and can be repaired easily if needed and even though they may not have been made sustainably, they will last forever and so now they're the only boots I will ever need. And that in itself is worth it.
Thank you for being real and being so honest. I feel like the way you feel, before watching this video like there's nothing I'm doing. But I feel so much better after listening to your rant. I thought I felt this way alone. But thank you for reminding me to do my best. I'm writing a list of things I do and they are actually a lot too. I think we get used to doing them that it feels like we are not making an impact when it is. Thank you for sharing. I have subscribed, I'm watching you for the first video time.
When I first tried living more sustainability your message about everyone trying their best is better than a few being perfect really resonated with me and made my transition so much easier and healthier for me so I really thank you for that
to me as someone who has been practicing eco minimalism or mindful consumption - I found this video exciting and interesting to hear the little things that are part of your day to day routine because its second nature to you but there's some I jus never got into the habit of so I appreciate it sending love from Canada
I love so many of these. We do so many mostly because it saves us money in the long run. We committed to cloth diapering (even when we lived in our apartment), and the same diaper, wipes, and other cloth diapering items, my first used, and so have my second and now third. Again, it was mostly for saving money, but it’s been a huge eye opener to compare with friends and family and just how much waste and excess money goes into having a baby. Everything except our car seats have been second hand. I find it so funny how this is now thought of as “new” thinking. But this is how it used to be. Reuse, repair, and repurpose, before replacing. Before the common use of disposable items, things were reused or washed or repaired. I know my grandparents were huge on towels over paper towels, repairing instead of replacing, and thinking ahead on if something will hold up for the long haul instead of just short term. We aren’t zero waste by any means, but we factor in sustainability when buying pretty much anything and everything. We talk with friends and family openly about why and how we make our choices. I just admire you for being so open and detailed. Thank you for how you use your platform 🌿
This makes me so so so happy to read. While I haven't had children yet, I so admire how you've used cloth diapers/wipes/etc.! There's something oddly satisfying (and simple) about using reusable things that I can't explain how or why but it brings such joy to think about. Even though it's a bit messier and there are minor inconveniences, the ability to re-use and repair just makes so much sense to me. And like you said, it's just the way it used to be. And there's something so special about that. It's wild that using reusables is thought of as "different" now. Big hugs! And not that you need a stranger on the internet to thank you but *thank you* for all that you're doing for the planet every day too 💗
@@SedonaChristina for us, so many of these things have just been adjusting and being better about thinking ahead/planning accordingly. I totally understand and see the appeal of single use items and I get why people do. But I also see such value in giving something as long of a life as it can have. We’re trying really hard to teach our children about this too. My daughter packs a lunch everyday and we invested in some higher quality reusable lunch items and talked about why it’s important to use her metal forks and spoons and not disposable ones. Or her cloth napkins and water bottle instead of single use items. Why we compost, why we cloth diaper, why we don’t use paper towels, why we buy second hand, and so on. I think the biggest help I be to our current planet it to teach my kids better. They are 6, 4, and 1 1/2, so little by little my impact on them, will echo. Hopefully 🤞🏻
I love Incipio cases. I had no idea they had compostable cases. I will definitely need to pick up those when my current case wears out. I love that...its better to have a million people practicing zero waste imperfectly instead of one person doing it perfectly.
Keep going with your journey. You're awesome! As for me, I try to reuse as much as I can and buy second-hand when I can. For the last few years, I've been on a no buy streak except for necessities. I'm deprogramming myself of buying out of convenience. Please continue sharing.
love this video! still curious what shampoo, conditioner & body soap bars are your current favorites? I know you’ve tried many and I’ve always found I have been able to trust your honest reviews
this has been my experience too! esp after COVID, i put myself thru a guilt trip. like it was all my fault and i was angry and really hard on myself that now i just had to buy things packaged ect. and i'm slowly starting to undo that and work on going back to some of my basic eco habits. in the end, it's not my fault and i can't change everything. this video was really helpful.
I really loved and appreciated this video so much! Always enjoy seeing your notifications pop up in my subscription box. Thank you for saying there is no perfect way to be an environmental activist. Sending love my from Bend, OR 🌎🌲
YES! I'd love to do a "gear I recommend" vs. don't recommend video for sure! And how I recommend acquiring gear sustainably/etc. and what kind of food I pack and what not :)
Thank you so much for your video I hope you're having an amazing day hey can you do a another zero waste makeup video I haven't seen any of your zero makeup videos for a while and skin care I would love to see it again 😃
Yes. It saves money from your power bill,lights off/blinds up. Let the ☀️ shine inside the house. That is an expense you can save on. Tap the toilet seat handle to keep water from not running. Fix the chain inside the toilet. Use old tissue wrapping paper for art projects. Hand down clothes to smaller friends and relatives. Use a grocery paper bag to wrap gifts before shipping.(Lable facing upside down.) Sharen
This was very refreshing video! 💕🔥 I liked all of them and we have a lot of those on the list in common. To the point 19. I remember when at university,we went sometimes thrifting with a friend of mine and there were prices like 1-3€ for an item. I was always like if I liked something max 2-3 pieces of clothes I bought it if I didn't like anything I went empty handed. My friend always bought 20-30 pieces and I was so shocked every time 😄 like wth what would you do with those? 🤔
I crochetwd a few dish towels to use instead of papertowel and it failed miserably lol the towels vame out great but I have since learned certain types of yarn is decent at picking up liquids and and some are terrible at it but they're all bad if done with a very loose double crochet cause there's too many gaps
I totally get the personal pressure stuff. I constantly try to remind myself that I'm doing my best, and that's all I can ask. The lumber story was also super relatable. I bought new lumber for my garden beds because the old wood was rotted out and falling away. And wood is SUPER expensive. I had a lot of internal struggle about buying the cheaper wood that might not last as long vs spending hundreds on garden beds at a RENTAL unit that I could move away from in the near-ish future. It's hard!
*_Hello! Fully support your super relatable video and journey. However I did have something to add to the whole shelving issue if that's really bothering you then I have some suggestions for future reference. If you're really just over it then keep scrolling and ignore this comment and continue on with your day._* Since we're all doing sustainable living in our own way, I live out in the country where my father runs a tree farm and have a completely different perspective than you as well as access to different resources. To build a shed a couple years ago, we actually saved money and environmental impact by constructing the _entire_ building from native pine lumber found on the property. I'm not suggesting everyone has to own a farm to be sustainable - *I'm suggesting you ask your local farmers at the market if they have any ideas for resources you might need.* They may have something or know a guy who's trying to thin some sections of forest as part of their forest management plan. There are many governmental incentives to maintaining land (10acres or more) as forest, such as selling your development rights or lower property taxes or payment for thinning. You'd also be supporting the local sawmill business that comes in to cut the logs in to boards, rather than whatever giant company works with home depot. While this might be easier for me to access, I also have a completely different perspective on farmed meat for example and struggle with other things like needing to drive 30min to civilization for work every day or the smallest errand. Even getting gas takes more gas to accomplish. So in this community effort, we need to pool our information and share as many diverse experiences as we can so that we can at least be making educated choices and get more accomplished together.
The main issue I have with 0 waste (like you said) is its literally impossible- we live in a world with fossilised poo and stacks of clam shells from our ancesters from millions of years ago, who were, let's face it, as 0 waste as you can get. (Waste piles are actually dead interesting on an archaeological perspective) but anyway like... we will leave a mark on the world no matter what we do. However, I think we would rather that legacy be lost art rather than a literal floating island of plastic... :/ Okay but like here's an experiment idea, without it being a cult: could we create a society that incorporates 0 waste into daily lives WITHOUT time travelling? All your mod cons, no starvation*, etc. *like honestly if we didn't use chemicals to grow food I wonder how screwed we would be? We live in a world where starvation is due to economics and location rather than a lack of food. As someone who has grown up with home grown food, I know some years there's no reason why your crop didn't come up. Maybe it was that one late frost, maybe it was lack of water, maybe it was just bad luck. And also like.. bugs. SO MANY BUGS. I am OVER this organic shit like I just want my brocoli sans aphids, tescos can give me that but the allotment can't. 🤣 like how many people are down with that? Idk man there's so much nuance to this conversation but we all know companies could make the biggest impact rather than us. However, I think it's empowering that humans have gone "yaknow what? No I'm not buying that one use thing" and enough of us have said that and they're LISTENING and adapting like 10/10 go consumer dollars!
Hi! Wanted to share that, outside of the Internet “zero waste” bubble, the average person likely isn’t doing any of these habits. Most people still buy everything new, don’t compost, eat a lot of meat, etc. And the “zero/low waste movement” (including your content!) has absolutely influenced so many people to make small changes- including myself! I think you have felt this immense pressure to be perfect much more than the average person due to your internet following and how you spend so much of your time (work and personal) thinking about it. As someone who consumes a lot of low waste content and thinks a lot about climate change, I also put this pressure on myself. But the average person doesn’t. I think it is perfectly okay for you to shift content to what you’re most passionate about! And along the way, the casual and natural ways you integrate sustainability and low waste conversations into your content will still encourage others to make small changes. Even just mentioning something like composting helps to make it more normalized in people’s minds and spark their interest. Just leading by example by vlogging and showing what you do in your every day life makes a big impact! I’m excited to see more outdoor/hiking content. I think the world would be in a very different place if everyone felt connected to the biodiversity and landscapes around them.
such a lovely comment, i was thinking the exact thing she has taught me so much I truly hope she feels all the appreciation we have for her 💕
I agree with your sentiment completely. I personally don't watch any of the zero waste influencers at this point. I stuck with low waste and those willing to show mistakes. I would attempt the life fail, experience shame and guilt, and then swing back to the full waste lifestyle. I got sick of rubberbanding back and forth. I really enjoy low waste imperfect influencers. It shows the realistic side of life and reminds me that it's better to be imperfect.
Eating meat doesn't always equate to waste. Ever heard of hunting?
There are so many things I really resonated with that you mentioned in this video. I too really feel like I'm doing nothing interesting enough to film and it makes me wonder why I even make content sometimes!
@sustainably vegan, your videos and your voice are so soothing that you could literally do a video about nothing and you’d still get so many views! Lol I understand feeling like that and having creative blocks, but the world needs your voice. I hope you keep doing YT for a very long time.
I love when you talk about finances!
@@BeccaDoesStuffYT 🥰
I'm sensing a theme in all my favorite youtubers that "I'm not perfect and that's okay" and I'm here for it!
imo being sustainable also means making small incremental changes that are sustainable for you AND the environment. if I were to see "zero waste" youtubers be perfect and never show a little wiggle room, I'd immediately shut the idea of making changes out of my mind, but when I'm invited to try different things or think about things differently, I am way more likely to make changes - I feel like I'm not alone with that!
I miss your content, I’m by no means perfect but finding your videos and your personality is one of the major reasons that I made my first swaps that I still use to this day, and as you said, don’t even think about anymore because they have become so normal. Watching you find hikes around your home inspired me to get into a lifestyle of finding a hiking community around where I live that I didn’t even know existed until my brain was sparked to look for it. You mention all of these “swaps” that you do still even though you don’t consider yourself zero waste anymore but you forgot your impact on creating more imperfect individuals who are now more intentional with the life they live and the foot print they have on this planet. I’ve loved every video you have put out and I hope one day you get to a place you can make more, but if not that’s okay too. I hope you’re doing well and look up at the sky and remember that it does not rest on your shoulders. ❤
I love you so much! “Being able to connect with this planet is an incredible form of activism” 😍❤️❤️
This felt like the perfect time for me to watch this video.
I was fortunate enough to buy a house, and expected myself to have solar panels, a vegetable garden that's 100% feeding our family, a native pollinator garden, compost- the works all within a year. As if buying a home isn't expensive enough, solar panels aren't within my budget right now. I haven't personally gardened before, so expecting myself to have a fully "successful" garden the first year wasn't fair to myself.
I've had to be really honest with myself of my current situation and set long term goals. I'm still making strides to hit my environmentalism goals, but it's not fair for me to expect myself to be able to be perfect right now. Systems aren't robust or accessible enough for me to be there right now. I'm feeling incredibly relieved to be that honest with myself. That relief keeps me from burning out and getting frustrated with "how little I'm doing", when in reality, I'm a much more conscious consumer and activist now than I was 4 years ago when I started.
Thanks for the video. It was a lovely watch.
Just curious, what all do you grow?
We are growing broccoli, potatoes, tomatoes, bell peppers, zucchini, cilantro, and basil. Our eggplant, lettuce, and spinach didn’t take off. This list is down from the original list including cucumbers, carrots, beans, and brussel sprouts.
In addition, we are trying to grow native pollinators to our area including milk weed and cone flowers.
Perfectly stated Sedona!! I've been practicing low waste since 2018 and definitely hit a wall when the pandemic started. During that time, I've realized what parts of zero waste are truly sustainable for me. I love what you said about zero waste being a system rather than a lifestyle-- I still hold to most of the swaps I used when I started, but there's nothing particularly special about any of them. Practicing veganism, using a menstrual cup and safety razor, always using a reusable water bottle etc, the list goes on but they're all things that I do but I've done them for so long that they're just a part of my daily life and I don't even think of them as swaps anymore. And ultimately I think this is what the goal of zero waste should be, to make eco-friendly options a normal part of daily life rather than something fantastic or an alternative lifestyle to be put on a pedestal. Thank you so much for sharing your authentic self with us again, I really appreciate you being candid about your lifestyle!!
Girl, I feel this so much it's ironic how sustainability is hardly sustainable (mentally, emotionally, physically etc.) love your vlog channel !! thanks for posting this :)
This may seem weird to hear from a complete stranger but....I.AM.SO.DAMN.PROUD.OF.YOU!!!! The self love and self awareness you are showing and the boundaries you are setting for yourself and with others is absolutely gorgeous 😍. Keep up that amazing work honey!
Sometimes I make oat milk at home because it's a lot faster and cheaper than buying from the store (I use use my regular blender and a reusable nut mylk bag) but because it only lasts a day or two, most of the time I just buy plant milk from the grocery store (in a carton -which I'm lucky my city can recycle (if it makes it there properly/etc.) but I know not every city can recycle tetrapaks). If I am buying from the grocery store, I prefer oat milk because it has the lowest footprint, but lately my budget has been *very* tight and so I choose almond milk instead because it's cheapest and what I can afford in my allocated grocery budget. I'd like to be able to get a machine to make them at home but haven't been able to afford them yet. Sounds like a really cool thing to try (but also using a nut bag definitely has the lowest footprint but is more hassle). I'm also really keen to try "JOI" they make an almond milk base (it looks like a paste) that you simply add to water and mix in! Hope that answers your question! 💗
This video really brought me to tears. I’ve followed for a while and seeing your growth as a person and how vulnerable this is- so much gratitude. I think it’s so important that we realize this isn’t something new, that indigenous cultures have been living with the land. You have made such an impact by living your truth and it’s been incredible to watch. Much love.
You were one of the first TH-cam channels I followed when I started living more sustainably & I wanted to thank you for this "update." Existence is hard as it is, so it must be exhausting to constantly center content creation around your own personal life and personal brand, especially as we are all still struggling through the pandemic and trying to make sense of our batsh*t crazy world. Trying our best with what we have from where we are is the best any of us can do, so keep at it! I always get really excited when I get a notification about your vlogs. Super proud of you, internet stranger // internet friend!
Christy I have been watching your videos for the past 4 years and I just want to say that I am proud of you. Your doing amazing. Your videos have taught me so much through the years. You ARE a creative person. You videos don’t have to be perfect. Just keep being you, and we learn from that. Keep doing your best! Keep flying butterfly:)
What I appreciate the most about your vlogs is your sincerity. I can feel that you speak from your heart and this counts much more than a perfect ‘zero-waste’ example. You are an inspiration.
Sometimes it might feel like what we are doing is insignificant, but if your messages touches one, two or a dozen of people, I believe it’s absolutely worth the job. Thank you and keep up the good work no matter the type of content you create. 🤗
I'm so happy to see your face. I always look forward to your videos!
It's so true what you said. I went from beeing a student with lots of free time to a fulltime worker. I just don't have the energy anymore for a lot of sustainable things. At first I felt pretty bad. But now I see that I am at least trying to live more sustainable. And thats also worth something.
I TOTALLY feel this way too! That's exactly how I feel too! When my life was slower, it was more do-able, but then my resources of time/money/etc. started to vanish as life went on and became more complicated (moving from post-grad into young adulthood, etc.) and it became so much more difficult and flat out un-realistic to even have the energy to give it my all with the resources I did have, when I had other things I needed to give my energy to. Could I have made better decisions? Sure. But I always did the best I could with what I could. Every little bit we can do with what we have means something!!! 💕 Big hugs and thank you for caring about mama earth where you're able to!! Every little bit counts xo
this has been my experience too! esp after COVID, i put myself thru a guilt trip. like it was all my fault and i was angry and really hard on myself that now i just had to buy things packaged ect. and i'm slowly starting to undo that and work on going back to some of my basic eco habits. in the end, it's not my fault and i can't change everything. this video was really helpful.
Braiding sweet grass is such a wonderful book! We read it in my environmental ethics class and it was definitely worth the read :)
As someone starting her journey to be more sustainable through her actions, I can relate to the pressure you have felt to be "perfect" about zero waste. Many of us do NOT have the resources to do many things necessary to reduce our footprint. For example, I live in Puerto Rico. We practically do not have Goodwill or second-hand stores. We do not have bulk stores and considering my country's financial crisis, which obviously affects salary, affording certain "zero waste swaps" can be expensive. On my part, at least, affording certain "zero waste swaps" has required me to save money for some time before I can purchase things like menstrual underwear. That being said, I do try my best by selling, gifting, or donating stuff I will no longer use. Or like at this moment in which I've got torn clothes and would like to avoid them from ending up in the landfill (recycling is another problem we have on the island), I've actually researched ways to upcycle them. My point is that, just like you, I sometimes struggle with this pressure but, at the same time, remind myself that there is no way for me to be perfect in my journey. Nonetheless, my efforts are still valuable.
Your comment about either chasing an aesthetic or living the life hit me. I've chased the aesthetic due to certain limitations, but those limitations are my creation.
Since watching your videos over the last couple years, I've made changes. I'm not fully zero waste, but I gravitate as much that way as I can. I still have switch overs to make, but little by little. I will say, those changes have made my life better and choosing the planet more often, also makes life better.
8 is easily achievable!! Keep all items clean and in working order, it makes it last longer. I have a dryer that doubles as a heater, im constantly cleaning it to keep it in good working order. Due to budget reasons every second night is a veggie meal - my son has sensory issues with food. I turn the lights off at the meter box to control what we use, double layer bedding. I use a pump bottle with environmentally sustainable liquid for dishes with a scrub daddy...which i have had for a good year now. Ive made small changes that i am able to keep making so that i have the confidence to keep making more
hey, just wanted to say that as someone who just started learning about more sustainable living this video really helped me. ngl i almost clicked off after you stopped talking about swaps bc i feel like ive just been so desperate to reduce waste that i stopped caring about practicality, but your reflection really let me take a step back and take a breath. i hope youre doing well. thank you for this video💕
I appreciate you and your videos so much. I personally have no interest in following creators who show an unrealistic view on low waste so please do know that your view point is so valuable. Also I could not agree more on healing our own relationships to the planet by being out in nature. That is important work even if no one else is a witness to it. Love and appreciate ya so much 💕.
I actually listened to braiding sweet grass on the Libby app free through my library and I loved it because I had tried to read it and it’s a bit heavy in the technical vocabulary so I found myself not actually processing it. But I flew through the audiobook and loved it!!!
I think everyone is realizing zero waste isn’t the be all end all of sustainability and it’s not worth ruining your mental health trying to be perfect. But I still have a ton of low waste swaps that are just habits and not extra effort anymore 😊 now I try to focus more on local food and trying to grow my own food, and repair things!
Thank you so much for this video, I had no idea how much I needed to hear this! I cried, but in a good sense. I felt SO understood and relieved to see (and to read in the comments) I'm not alone with this irrational guilt for not being the perfect activist. So yes, to answer your thought, vlogging about where you're at does help others and you're absolutely appreciated for that. I'm so happy for you about being over the not-being-a-zero-waster-anymore crisis by the way. Lots of love and cheers for your future projects!
I can see that you are struggling with things and part of it seems to be where TH-cam fits within your life. I would rather see you post more consistently about a variety of topics then have you marry yourself to the zero waste movement. You got this. You're doing great things. Keep doing them.
I used to watch your videos from Nepal and now I am in the states and experiencing the consumeristic culture here. I love the planet and doing my best to do such things since I was a child. Now, here I am and I have more footprint than when I was in Nepal. Just because of the system here. Somethings have no choices! Thank you Sedona! I love how you speak! And yes we share a lot of things!
I just want to say you have made an impact. I switched to a safety razor a few years ago because of you and have never gone back! And I love that I can use a bar of soap to shave with which means I'm not using shaving cream either. Managed to get a few people onboard with the safety razor as well so at the very least you have saved 2-3 households from years worth of plastic razors which is amazing to think about! I tried bar shampoo too but it made my hair extremely staticky. Like no matter what I put on my hair afterwards or no matter what brand I used, it was awful so unfortunately I just can't do it with my hair type. Will definitely have to try the laundry tablets as the sheets are out of my price range. And maybe I can get others on them too :) You are doing a lot and teaching a very practical way of becoming sustainable.
Mercari is a great resource too! Like poshmark or depop but for everything not just clothes
Several years ago you mentioned swapping deodorant for non aluminum baking soda. Tried it 3$ for a bag that’s lasted 3 years. Works far better than regular deodorant. Best tip ever! Thank you ❤️🇨🇦
Really reeaally glad you made this video - ive been a bit frustrated and tbh ive gone back on some of my better habits out of exhaustion - but this is renewing me and reminding me to keep trying and keep stacking little things where i can - even stuff like second hand clothes i barely think about how much that probably makes an impact & how much its worth it to keep trying
Never felt motivated to include those habits on my everyday as I feel today. This video made me feel that I can do little things and still be part of it. Always thought I couldn’t do it since here in Colombia it could be expensive or I’d have to change most of what I’m doing rn. It is not needed to be completely zero waste to live a sustainable life which seems obviously but I just realized. Thank you girl 🐚
I recently bought two different sizes Of rags for the kitchen. One for cleaning and the other we use as napkins
Zero waste or vlogging content, no matter what I'll always support watching your videos ❤️ I really enjoyed the swaps you listed as I do those too and don't think much of them now as it's second nature to me. But like you said, they make a huge impact and it was so exciting at first making these changes. I still strive to live a meaningful and zero waste life. Glad I can follow along on your journey too.
HI, love your videos! Just wanted to warn you, that it's bad for the feet to use running shoes for too long because the cushioning ability deteriorates. The cushion in running shoes is supposed to absorb some of the shock that would otherwise put stress on your knees and hips. Running on grass is less bad for your joints than running on concrete. So if you run on a hard floor I recommend changing your shoes! I'm all for zero waste, but your health comes first! Lots of love
omg yes!! i was literally getting so down on myself for using recycled toilet paper to blow my nose instead of a handkerchief! and then i was like okay, maybe calm down dude...coca cola is literally just straight up destroying the planet by the acre, i think i can give myself a little grace.
so weird i duuugg to find your channel looking for a video like this. thankyou. so perfect it was waiting for me!
Well said! I think a lot of people could benefit from this video because many of us get stuck in this zero waste guilt mindset sometimes. I can relate to so much of what you said. Girl, you keep doing you and keep standing your ground! I love that you know you’re doing your best which is imperfect, but you also know that ALL of us are imperfect no matter how hard we try, and I love that you have an “I don’t care if you judge me” kind of attitude!
I've been following you for several years now and I can totally relate to these changes. Especially since the pandemic, we are all just doing the best we can. I'm proud of you for doing the best you can- and I think that positively affects others who can only do that, too.
super well put video! nobody is perfect, we’re all just doing our best!! i don’t think you’re being negative, i think you’re being real and i appreciate that. thank you for this :-)
Thank you for your thoughts. I feel the same, when I live in a flat in a big city, and I feel I can't do more. And I find myself being jealous and "uncontent" because I cant afford a house with a garden, and solar panels etc. Because of these thoughts I started to give up, because I couldn't find anything more, I can achieve. It was a great video because I reflected on myself, and from now on, I will try to focus on the things I can do, and try to do them on the long run. Thank you!
Thank you. Feeling like a zero/low waste failure made me kinda give up entirely. This video, however, was very uplifting and inspiring.
I agree with many comments. You are very down to Earth. I've hit snags on my zero waste journey, usually lately related to health concerns that take my energy away from concentrating on zero waste. I made videos myself so I know how hard it is to come up with content. Good work.
I’ve been watching your videos for maybe 4-5 years now? And I’ve thoroughly loved to see your evolution. I’ve made small “zero waste” changes in my life and some worked and some didn’t but… it’s just that I’ve learned the concepts from you and I’ve slowly started implementing them in my own life. I owe that to you and your gentle approach to environmentalism. Ive learned a lot from you and have made so many changes in my life with the environment at the forefront of my mind. Anyways, thank you and don’t apologize for evolving and changing shape.
I'm thankful you shared this! You, Shelby, Immy, and Gittemary all initially inspired me to be more conscious about the way I live. I tried to go vegan but i think i'm not there yet with my health to be able to commit to it completely, but i do eat less of it now than i used to (and I've been GF/DF for over 2.5 years now). I've been beating myself up about it, but my partner isn't ready to give up meat or dairy yet, and it's hard enough with my current diet to be even more drastically different in what i eat. BUT i do get veggie options when i'm eating by myself or when we're out to eat somewhere. I'm doing what I can with what I'm able to do, and that's okay. I'm doing other things that are more sustainable that i do have control over and that i have the ability to do!
When it comes to your health, health always comes before sustainability when a certain choice has no better sustainable option in my opinion. Like if you need to have TV dinners because you have depression and won't eat if it's not easy, I personally see nothing wrong with that. For me, I literally cannot eat healthy unless I purchase easy-to-cook (and usually cheap) thinks like pasta, eggs, and bread. And eggs are not vegan, and pasta and bread also usually come in packaging. All I can control is the brand I support and the better packaging, and sometimes I cant afford the more sustainable option. Im also learning one thing at a time how to cook my own things that are usually packaged, like bread and hot sauce. But that is an entire journey in and of itself, and if I tried to make everything at once, I would surely get overwhelmed and fail. Plus, if a certain food just makes you happy, I don't think you should have to cut something out, because then you'll be unhappy. And finding more sustainable options are usually time intensive or more expensive. You should always try to find a replacement that makes you happy, but if there is none, I always remind myself not to be too hard on myself about it as I slowly navigate towards more sustainable options. For me that's my Mac and cheese tv dinners and frozen waffles 😂
I love how real you are, especially in this video. You are so relatable for me and other people trying to make a difference but know we aren’t doing it perfectly. Thank you! ❤️
This video was so impactful for me. Millions of people making low waste efforts being so much more impactful that one person doing it perfectly was such a lightbulb moment for me, especially as someone who tend to have an all or nothing mindset. Thank you thank you thank you! 🐢🌿
Doing zero waste imperfectly is something I remind myself of a lot. I do a lot to make sustainable choices, but I also have to do what’s best for myself. I’m very messy and my adhd means it’s very hard for me to bring myself to clean. The swiffer as wasteful as it is made it super easy for me to clean. I use shampoo bars, and menstrual cups and try and live sustainably. But there are some things I know I personally can’t give up.
Same here! Glad to know I'm not the only one.
Thank you for being you, it was exactly what I needed to hear today
Several years ago You mentioned deodorant and swapping it out for non aluminum baking soda. Best idea ever!!! No more rashes and one package has lasted 3 years and cost 3$. Works far better than deodorant. Thank you ❤️🇨🇦
oo! I will have to give this a try, I have tried other natural deodorants and I am really sensitive and broke out in a rash. So I keep having to go back to what I know works but I use baking soda for a lot of things so I will have to try it when my current deodorant is running low/is out.
oooh yes there are a few baking soda recipes out there a lot of people swear by! I do know that one of the main allergies people tend to get with natural deodorants is actually bicarb (baking soda)! It's an ingredient in a lot of them, so also might be something to look into if you're allergic to many of them. There are a few natural companies that make a "bicarb-free" version of their natural deos :) I'm not a deo user myself so I don't really know of any to recommend but just thought I'd add that if it's helpful! Sorry if I overstepped/was unsolicited advice 🙈 Big hugs! 💛
@@SedonaChristina ahhh thank you! this is great, i will definitely look into it. I haven't done a full allergy test for chemicals so i dont know exactly what chemicals cause that but good to know that it possibly could be caused by bicarb. thanks for sharing
Thank you for being so real. I always struggle with feeling like my best isn’t enough and watching someone I look up to admitting they’re not perfect and they struggle too helps inspire me to keep going. I hope you will continue to share your life with us and even if you no longer call yourself zero waste the actions you take make such a difference and I love seeing all your new ideas and changes you implement in your life
I have absolutely loved watching your videos over the years! I have enjoyed watching you grow and where the journey of your life has taken you ❤️ All we can do is take life day by day, moment by moment and be our authentic selves in those moments. :)
Thank you for this video, I really appreciated hearing all your thoughts on the topic. I would be keen to hear more about your experiences of living/doing things alone - I've been living alone for nearly 2yrs and I love it, but still struggle with self-confidence in a lot of ways (eg. camping/travel is still a hurdle). All the best!
Hi Christina! I just wanted to let you know that your video really brightened my day. I was having a hard day, but watching your video felt like hanging out and chatting with a good friend. I like your blogs, where you're chill and I can just be chill too. Thanks for helping me salvage the day.
Oh my goodness! This makes me so so so so so stinking happy to read. Thank you for similarly sending good energy my way on a busy/hard day!
Thank you for being real about it! We all do what we can, right? So, there is no need to get down on yourself for not doing all the things. Change happens gradually over time, not in an instant. As much as we all want the best for nature, our planet, and our animals the responsibility is a group effort. No one person is able to reverse the climate crisis we're in; sure, certain individuals may be able to make bigger differences than others, but when it comes down to it, we all need to try and do what we can. That goes for environmentalism, animal rights, civil rights, everything. We are all connected on some level and even small changes can make a big difference when we work together (:
You definitely brought up a good point about ecominimalism and buying one high quality thing that's going to last a lifetime. There are definitely times I've splurged on an item that maybe wasn't produced in the most sustainable way nor was inexpensive, however, given the high quality, my offset is that it will last forever. For example, I bought a pair of Red Wings work boots. Do I know if Red Wings is the most sustainable brand? No. But they're built to last and can be repaired easily if needed and even though they may not have been made sustainably, they will last forever and so now they're the only boots I will ever need. And that in itself is worth it.
Thank you for being real and being so honest. I feel like the way you feel, before watching this video like there's nothing I'm doing. But I feel so much better after listening to your rant. I thought I felt this way alone. But thank you for reminding me to do my best. I'm writing a list of things I do and they are actually a lot too. I think we get used to doing them that it feels like we are not making an impact when it is. Thank you for sharing. I have subscribed, I'm watching you for the first video time.
When I first tried living more sustainability your message about everyone trying their best is better than a few being perfect really resonated with me and made my transition so much easier and healthier for me so I really thank you for that
to me as someone who has been practicing eco minimalism or mindful consumption - I found this video exciting and interesting to hear the little things that are part of your day to day routine because its second nature to you but there's some I jus never got into the habit of so I appreciate it sending love from Canada
Haven’t seen your posts in a while! Hope you and Roo are okay! ❣️
You seem like such a humble and sane human. Thank you for your words. Thank you for your work.
Thank you. Keep on being awesome.
I always look forward to your videos!
Thank you! 🥰 I'm so glad you enjoy them :)
I love your honesty! I was feeling exactly the same. stuck! great help you are giving!
I love so many of these. We do so many mostly because it saves us money in the long run.
We committed to cloth diapering (even when we lived in our apartment), and the same diaper, wipes, and other cloth diapering items, my first used, and so have my second and now third. Again, it was mostly for saving money, but it’s been a huge eye opener to compare with friends and family and just how much waste and excess money goes into having a baby. Everything except our car seats have been second hand.
I find it so funny how this is now thought of as “new” thinking. But this is how it used to be. Reuse, repair, and repurpose, before replacing. Before the common use of disposable items, things were reused or washed or repaired. I know my grandparents were huge on towels over paper towels, repairing instead of replacing, and thinking ahead on if something will hold up for the long haul instead of just short term. We aren’t zero waste by any means, but we factor in sustainability when buying pretty much anything and everything. We talk with friends and family openly about why and how we make our choices.
I just admire you for being so open and detailed. Thank you for how you use your platform 🌿
This makes me so so so happy to read. While I haven't had children yet, I so admire how you've used cloth diapers/wipes/etc.! There's something oddly satisfying (and simple) about using reusable things that I can't explain how or why but it brings such joy to think about. Even though it's a bit messier and there are minor inconveniences, the ability to re-use and repair just makes so much sense to me. And like you said, it's just the way it used to be. And there's something so special about that. It's wild that using reusables is thought of as "different" now. Big hugs! And not that you need a stranger on the internet to thank you but *thank you* for all that you're doing for the planet every day too 💗
@@SedonaChristina for us, so many of these things have just been adjusting and being better about thinking ahead/planning accordingly. I totally understand and see the appeal of single use items and I get why people do. But I also see such value in giving something as long of a life as it can have. We’re trying really hard to teach our children about this too. My daughter packs a lunch everyday and we invested in some higher quality reusable lunch items and talked about why it’s important to use her metal forks and spoons and not disposable ones. Or her cloth napkins and water bottle instead of single use items. Why we compost, why we cloth diaper, why we don’t use paper towels, why we buy second hand, and so on. I think the biggest help I be to our current planet it to teach my kids better. They are 6, 4, and 1 1/2, so little by little my impact on them, will echo. Hopefully 🤞🏻
You are doing such a good thing, and giving people a good example!!!
I love this new direction that your channel has taken. I can still refer back to your old videos when I want more information about something.
I love Incipio cases. I had no idea they had compostable cases. I will definitely need to pick up those when my current case wears out. I love that...its better to have a million people practicing zero waste imperfectly instead of one person doing it perfectly.
Missed you! Doesnt matter what videos you make, its your energy and your passion for life that make your videos unique!
We miss you, Christie. I hope you're having a good day
You have inspired me so much, I am grateful for your openness !!!
Keep going with your journey. You're awesome! As for me, I try to reuse as much as I can and buy second-hand when I can. For the last few years, I've been on a no buy streak except for necessities. I'm deprogramming myself of buying out of convenience. Please continue sharing.
That shirt is soooooooo cute!!! I need it omg
I miss your videos!
love this video! still curious what shampoo, conditioner & body soap bars are your current favorites? I know you’ve tried many and I’ve always found I have been able to trust your honest reviews
love your energy and I am v excited for the vlog channel content (and was admiring your mirror it looks so good in the space!)
Thank you for your videos. If you have time, I would love to see a camping gear essentials video. Thank you again!
this has been my experience too! esp after COVID, i put myself thru a guilt trip. like it was all my fault and i was angry and really hard on myself that now i just had to buy things packaged ect. and i'm slowly starting to undo that and work on going back to some of my basic eco habits. in the end, it's not my fault and i can't change everything. this video was really helpful.
I really loved and appreciated this video so much! Always enjoy seeing your notifications pop up in my subscription box. Thank you for saying there is no perfect way to be an environmental activist. Sending love my from Bend, OR 🌎🌲
I loved this. So real & relatable.
Aloha From Oahu, l love our cloth napkins they last so much longer especially when meals can get messy 🧜♀️
Hope you’re doing okay. We all haven’t heard from you in a while. Hope you’re safe. ❤
LOVEEE this video! Thank you Christi 💖💖
Would you consider doing a video on a hiking/camping trip? I’d love to also see what you pack for that too? ❤️😊
YES! I'd love to do a "gear I recommend" vs. don't recommend video for sure! And how I recommend acquiring gear sustainably/etc. and what kind of food I pack and what not :)
@@SedonaChristina thanks for the reply ❤️
Lovely and thoughtful as always!! Happy to see you are healthy and happy and can’t wait to Sunday!
Thank you 🥰 Big hugs!
Thank you so much for your video I hope you're having an amazing day hey can you do a another zero waste makeup video I haven't seen any of your zero makeup videos for a while and skin care I would love to see it again 😃
I use Plaine Products and love it, the shampoo/conditioner bars didn't work well for me but totally get it - everyone has different preferences. :)
Thank you for the message! All messages big and small
Yes. It saves money from your power bill,lights off/blinds up.
Let the ☀️ shine inside the house. That is an expense you can save on.
Tap the toilet seat handle to keep water from not running.
Fix the chain inside the toilet.
Use old tissue wrapping paper for art projects.
Hand down clothes to smaller friends and relatives.
Use a grocery paper bag to wrap gifts before shipping.(Lable facing upside down.)
Sharen
This was very refreshing video! 💕🔥 I liked all of them and we have a lot of those on the list in common. To the point 19. I remember when at university,we went sometimes thrifting with a friend of mine and there were prices like 1-3€ for an item. I was always like if I liked something max 2-3 pieces of clothes I bought it if I didn't like anything I went empty handed. My friend always bought 20-30 pieces and I was so shocked every time 😄 like wth what would you do with those? 🤔
You really inspire me and I like your thoughts. Keep it up - you‘re doing greaat :)
Thank you so much for this video. I'm 14 years old and i don't have a lot I can do. This video was perfect. Thank you.
I crochetwd a few dish towels to use instead of papertowel and it failed miserably lol the towels vame out great but I have since learned certain types of yarn is decent at picking up liquids and and some are terrible at it but they're all bad if done with a very loose double crochet cause there's too many gaps
I totally get the personal pressure stuff. I constantly try to remind myself that I'm doing my best, and that's all I can ask.
The lumber story was also super relatable. I bought new lumber for my garden beds because the old wood was rotted out and falling away. And wood is SUPER expensive. I had a lot of internal struggle about buying the cheaper wood that might not last as long vs spending hundreds on garden beds at a RENTAL unit that I could move away from in the near-ish future. It's hard!
One zero waste tip from my own home: using a reusable coffee filter! Just as delicious.
I love avedas shampoos bar! I use it for hair and body! I tried shampoo bars 15 years ago and it didn’t work. I think they have improved.
*_Hello! Fully support your super relatable video and journey. However I did have something to add to the whole shelving issue if that's really bothering you then I have some suggestions for future reference. If you're really just over it then keep scrolling and ignore this comment and continue on with your day._*
Since we're all doing sustainable living in our own way, I live out in the country where my father runs a tree farm and have a completely different perspective than you as well as access to different resources. To build a shed a couple years ago, we actually saved money and environmental impact by constructing the _entire_ building from native pine lumber found on the property. I'm not suggesting everyone has to own a farm to be sustainable - *I'm suggesting you ask your local farmers at the market if they have any ideas for resources you might need.* They may have something or know a guy who's trying to thin some sections of forest as part of their forest management plan.
There are many governmental incentives to maintaining land (10acres or more) as forest, such as selling your development rights or lower property taxes or payment for thinning. You'd also be supporting the local sawmill business that comes in to cut the logs in to boards, rather than whatever giant company works with home depot.
While this might be easier for me to access, I also have a completely different perspective on farmed meat for example and struggle with other things like needing to drive 30min to civilization for work every day or the smallest errand. Even getting gas takes more gas to accomplish. So in this community effort, we need to pool our information and share as many diverse experiences as we can so that we can at least be making educated choices and get more accomplished together.
WE ARE IN THIS TOGETHER! YOU ARE DOING AWESOME BY DOING YOUR BEST!!!! BEST WISHES TO YOU ALWAYS(:
Great video!
Thank you for this video! Can relate
The main issue I have with 0 waste (like you said) is its literally impossible- we live in a world with fossilised poo and stacks of clam shells from our ancesters from millions of years ago, who were, let's face it, as 0 waste as you can get. (Waste piles are actually dead interesting on an archaeological perspective)
but anyway like... we will leave a mark on the world no matter what we do. However, I think we would rather that legacy be lost art rather than a literal floating island of plastic... :/
Okay but like here's an experiment idea, without it being a cult: could we create a society that incorporates 0 waste into daily lives WITHOUT time travelling? All your mod cons, no starvation*, etc.
*like honestly if we didn't use chemicals to grow food I wonder how screwed we would be? We live in a world where starvation is due to economics and location rather than a lack of food. As someone who has grown up with home grown food, I know some years there's no reason why your crop didn't come up. Maybe it was that one late frost, maybe it was lack of water, maybe it was just bad luck.
And also like.. bugs. SO MANY BUGS. I am OVER this organic shit like I just want my brocoli sans aphids, tescos can give me that but the allotment can't. 🤣 like how many people are down with that?
Idk man there's so much nuance to this conversation but we all know companies could make the biggest impact rather than us. However, I think it's empowering that humans have gone "yaknow what? No I'm not buying that one use thing" and enough of us have said that and they're LISTENING and adapting like 10/10 go consumer dollars!
Hope you are doing good. Suddenly had to think about you and your channel. 💜
For alternative milk do you homemake them or do you use the machine I’ve seen that makes it if you put in the oats or nuts