Karen Benson
7/31/2023 8:51 PM
I see this remaining in my life. It easy and saves money. I hope more people feel the same way.
July 1 - July 31, 2023
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REFLECTION QUESTIONBathroomWhat is the benefit of using bar soaps or refilling your travel sized containers? Is this an action you think you will keep in your life?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONBathroomCurrently most of the packaging for toothpaste is plastic. How can you advocate for more alternatives through your purchasing power and influence in community?
Karen Benson 7/31/2023 8:49 PMI started using toothpaste which comes in a glass jar. It wasn't the best. I went back to the tubes. I have to say this one stumps me. There is a saying, pick your battles, this one might not be my battle. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONBathroomWhat have you noticed about the economic and social impact of switching to steel razors? Was there ever really a need for disposable razors, or do you think it was just a way to sell more things?
Karen Benson 7/31/2023 8:42 PMI think diposable razors are still a matter of convenience for the travelers and hospitality industry.
Yes, it is a way to sell more things. Convenience is a big selling point for just about everything. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONKitchenHow difficult was this challenge for you? What made it easy or difficult?
Karen Benson 7/31/2023 8:38 PMNot too difficult, I try to bring reuseable bags onto stores. When, I can't, I repurpose the plastic bags for lunch box liners or small trash bin liners. I have to be clever and not do self ck out at Green Wise. If I get ck'd out by a clerk, I can ask for paper. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONKitchenUsing the links provided, investigate the bottling practices of water corporations. There have been many cases where the water rights of the local people have been violated or even completely disregarded when a corporation decides to bottle water from a particular water source. How can you advocate for those who have been harmed by this bottling process?
Karen Benson 7/31/2023 8:33 PMI am really not sure how I want to answer this, however I will think about how I can make a difference. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONKitchenWith the added mindfulness of reducing your packaging, what have you noticed about the amount and type of single use plastics used for packaging when you shop in the grocery store?
Karen Benson 7/31/2023 8:30 PMThere is still a lot of packing in plastic. I don't see many items package using other means. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONKitchenBeyond reducing waste, there are many benefits to packing zero waste lunches (for kids or yourself!). What other benefits have you noticed from this practice?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONKitchenDo an inventory of your kitchen to see how many single-use plastics you've used in the past. What are some resuable alternatives to these commonly used products? What would your impact be if you switched all the single-use products from your inventory to reusable?
Karen Benson 7/31/2023 8:26 PMSeveral years ago, I eliminated plastic containers for storage. I should start bringing one of my reusable silicone containers to restaurants to bring home left overs. I could impact less plastic to go containers from going onto recycle bins or garbage. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONCommunityHave you noticed a difference in how your community, friends, and family members use plastics since you've shared your own actions?
Karen Benson 7/31/2023 8:21 PMYes, happy to say they are being more conscientious about eliminating plastic. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONBedroomOften, single-use and disposable products don't just create more trash - they also contain toxins that are bad for humans. What are some other single-use items that are harmful to humans?