Lilith Hancock-Braun
4/09/2024 7:25 AM
One way to only buy things you need is to borrow from a friend or make things. For example, instead of buying a costume, make one out of cardboard and other recycled materials.
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REFLECTION QUESTIONClimate + Air Consume only Needs vs WantsConsuming only what we need vs. what we want can be really hard to do. What has been challenging about committing to this action for a month? What have you learned about yourself? Will you change any habits going forward?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONFreshwater + Oceans Smart Seafood ChoicesMany states and countries have advisories on eating fish. Find out what is advised for your region. Do you think your diet choices fall within these guidelines? What steps do you need to take to make sure that they do?
Lilith Hancock-Braun 4/02/2024 12:30 PMSometimes I do not check to make sure that the foods I eat are fished within Connecticut waters, which means that it is not clear whether it is safe to eat according to the sea food advisory. -
Lilith Hancock-Braun 4/02/2024 12:28 PMAlthough sea food itself is not always unsustainable, many types are. That is why it is important to research the foods that you are eating. Foods like clams or muscles are generally okay to eat as opposed to Atlantic Cod or Squid -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFreshwater + Oceans Say No to Plastic StrawsWhat single-use items (e.g. straws, coffee cups, vegetable bags, plastic bags) do you regularly use? What could be substituted instead?
Lilith Hancock-Braun 4/02/2024 12:22 PMInstead of using plastic straw, avoided straws by drinking directly out of a milk carton or glass. That being said, I know that some people might have health concerns about this. That is why I recommend that you put metal straws in your purse, backpack, pencil case, or anything else that you carry around every day.