KJ Karausky

I will purchase food items with the least amount of packaging.

I will only buy cloth, wooden or plant-based natural rubber toys. Or make our own toys from recycled items found in our home!

I will prepare my own pet food to avoid plastic packaging.

I will replace my pet's shampoo with an eco-friendly shampoo bar or refillable shampoo option.

I will spend 20 minutes educating my family on the basics of living a reduced/no-plastic lifestyle.

I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 5 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.

If traveling, I will reuse my old travel tubes to refill with my soaps or only bring bar soaps with me.

I will hang-dry my laundry to use the sun as a natural bleach alternative, or use another natural bleach alternative.

When available, I will purchase clothing and bedding made with natural fibers, such as cotton, linen, or wool, rather than synthetic fibers.

Wipes don't break down in sewer systems, but combine with fat to create massive clogs. I will find alternatives to using disposable wipes.

I will replace my disposable razors with steel razors.

I will spend 20 minutes learning about the costs of fast fashion and begin trying to practice sustainable fashion in my own life.

When I need to replace my dish soap, I will switch to a bar or refillable option.

I will switch to a plastic-free toothpaste — whether purchased or DIY'd.

I will make my own cleaning products or choose plastic-free, refillable options.

I will try new recipe(s) or food preparation method(s) each day, such as canning, pickling, making yogurt, or baking granola bars or bread.

I will swap out 3 prepackaged snacks a day for fresh fruits or veggies.

I will prepare meals at home each day without using any items packaged in single-use plastic.

I will replace 2 plastic bottles with glass or stainless steel alternatives.

I will recycle used contact lenses and packaging.