It’s that time of year again to decide on some new year resolutions. Why not make this the year that you become more sustainable in your day to day life? This may seem overwhelming at first, but luckily it really is not that hard to make some sustainable lifestyle swaps. Some of the swaps can also save you money. Here are 5 eco-friendly new year’s resolution ideas to become more sustainable. [underline]
1. Limit Your Food Waste
Be conscious about the amount of food you can consume so nothing goes to waste. You can do this by planning ahead for grocery shopping and only buying what you know you’ll finish eating. You can also do this by making sure to not overfill your plate with food during meals.
2. Spend more time in nature
Go outside and embrace nature. You can go for a hike, explore your city, or just go for a stroll around the neighborhood. The more time you spend in nature, the more appreciation you will have for it. Plus, the fresh air is good for you.
3. Swap out single-use plastics with reusable options
Eliminate single-use plastic from your day to day life where you can. This could mean using a [underline] reusable bottle* [/underline] instead of a plastic bottle or [underline] reusable utensils* [/underline] instead of plastic utensils. Making this switch will save you money in the long-run since you no longer will be buying items that get thrown out right after use.
4. Detox your cosmetics
Swap out your skincare and beauty products with more natural options. Some of the makeup products on the market contain crazy chemicals that end up getting absorbed into your skin. Stay clear of harmful chemicals and opt for products with better ingredients (preferably ones you can pronounce). Your skin will thank you.
5. Drive Less
Carpool with friends or coworkers, take public transportation, or walk to nearby areas. If you drive pretty often, these are a few ways that will help to reduce your carbon footprint.
What is your eco-friendly New Year’s Resolution?
