sustainable habits that are LIFE CHANGING
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- Опубліковано 5 тра 2020
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I hope you liked this video! These are what I would consider *big tips* as opposed to the smaller more detailed tips I generally give so it's a bit of a different video for me. Please give it a thumbs up if it was helpful or send it to a friend 💕 ALSO, leave any video requests you have below!
okay SO. just two weeks ago i was the person who had work hair ties, home hair ties, and car hair ties. i typically buy a pack of 20 hair ties maybe... 3 or 4 times a year. not the WORST (considering my friends' habits) but its definitely not good. i am typically a bit of a germophobe but because of one of your recent videos where you said that you picked a hairtie up off the ground, disinfected it and reused it for over a year. i decided to try and reduce! ive made it a sort of challenge but im super happy to say for an entire week i have not reached into my hairtie drawer to get a new one and i have just kept the same one and washed it every time i've washed my hair. oddly, this has really worked for me! just wanted to share some good news and say that this really only occurred because i saw your recent video! so thank you! i know its small now, but i hope to make larger changes in the future!
Can you do a video on advice for year round, seasonal athletes
I think a wise person once said, “You can’t do all the good the world needs. But world needs all the good you can do.” ;) I’m glad you’re not trying to be perfect, you’re a great role model how you are.
"Use it up, wear it out, make it do, or do without. " It's amazing how many resources, especially money, are saved by following this little rhyme. I've also made it a point to train my mind to look at something I'm throwing out and ask myself if I have another use for it. A lot of the time I do but sometimes I just don't.
Great
I over-think every purchase I make (other than groceries) and my husband teases me about it but it has really saved us a lot of money 😅
This is a baby step, but buying used stuff has been a big one for me - and it's also really accessible since it's cheaper than buying new clothes/furniture/whatever - sometimes a LOT cheaper.
I actually double-dip with my climate offsets! I pay Go Climate Neutral for a full offset every month, but then I also pay Tree-Nation $11 every month to plant enough trees to absorb my calculated output. Thanks for the video!
Can I be really sure that they are doing the thing they say (planting trees for example)? I’d love to offset and plant but I’m scared it’s a scum
@@wiktoriakusak3280 I get emails from them every month about what species got planted, where they were planted, and what projects they were planted with. I can log in and see a dashboard of all my trees planted since the start of my membership. Searching "tree nation scam" doesn't turn up anything on Ecosia.
My tip is buy local, support your neighborhood and entrepreneurs in your area. Great video!!!
Love from Argentina ❤️
Someone suggested to write the date down on the product so when it’s finished, you know how long it lasted.
Buying quality wardrobe staples instead of trendy fast fashion clothes has been the biggest step for me in becoming a more conscious human.
It really makes me think before I purchase an item, because each piece is now an investment.
Do you have any tips about how to figure out if something is quality while online shopping? Also are there any brands online that you recommend?
@@gabbybennett36 I'm so sorry I missed this initially! I find it helpful to research the website or brand if I'm not familiar with it... even something as simple as checking the brand on GoodOnYou or simply Googling "is BLANK sustainable/ethical?".
Most legit brands will have an "About Us" or "Our Story" tab on their website. If they're using ethical and sustainable methods of production, chances are good they'll mention that there!
Using Period underwear and the menstrual cup was the best change I have ever everrr made! I was motivated by wanting to reduce my waste but i have now find they’re so much more comfortable and easier etc 💖
I appreciate the honesty about not being perfect. I do what I can, but a busy lifestyle while I'm in grad school means I don't have time to search for some food package free, etc. I do what I can and that's enough for now!
i used to buy a lot of stuff (esp. makeup and stuff like that), but a while ago i set myself the rule that i can only buy something new if i've used up the older products and because of that i've been buying a lot fewer things - also i rebuy products that i've used and liked before instead of trying out new stuff all the time, because as you said, if you love something you own, you will want to reuse it all the time :)
the smooth transitions in this video are *chefs kiss*
Keeping track of how long you have had certain things is such a smart idea! Never thought of it like that before.
I've never been interested in clothes/fashion so I've always bought cheaper stuff just because I don't care but I've come to realise quality over quantity is sooo important and it makes me appreciate the more expensive things I buy more. Less really IS more, who knew ;)
Yet another lovely video Shelbi, I'm so happy I found your channel! :)
As a teenager attempting zero waste I love love love your videos! I’m lucky to have parents that are already pretty good at recycling, composting, and reusing. We’re all pretty willing to make swaps and try out new zero waste alternatives. Thank you for being such an awesome resource for being more sustainable. I love your realistic approach so much (yay for no intimidating mason jar of trash)! Keep being an inspiration!
I’m all for quality over quantity 100% of the way. It’s crazy how much I used to shop in comparison to now. Great video, Shelbi!
Consuming less in general and realizing what I really didn't even need. Less to worry about and less to buy!
about the quality activewear topic, i've completely fallen in love with lucy & yak's recycled polyester leggings (&also their other products, what an amazing quality overall), they're best piece of activewear i've ever owned! i have a hard time finding pants that are high waisted enough and don't fall down and these are t h e answer!!
Never buy new if you can buy second (or third) hand.
You should do a review of different companies that claim to offset their carbon footprint! I know etsy offsets the carbon footprint of their shipping but it would be cool to see how different companies are doing
One thing that changed my life forever is making my own soap with coconut oil. I use it in the shower as a body soap and as a shampoo bar, I know exactly what ingredients are in it, it has no smell and it makes me more conscientious about how long each bar lasts. Plus, my skin and my hair now look AMAZING!
tell me more about this recipe
Yes!!! Recipe?
I would love to know about this too!
yes pleas tell us the recipe ♡
Please give us the recipe
I love that you move around in your videos. The background is not always the same. When people do these kinds of videos, they just sit in one spot and talk and it is so boring to watch. I appreciate all of your hard work. Also, a huge thanks to your camera(wo)man. 📹
Take stock of what I have so I am not buying more of what I already have.
Thanks for telling me about this organization! As someone who takes their carbon footprint seriously I still know there are ways I can improve but I don't always have the time or, honestly, the energy to do so. As of today I'm a proud to say I'm climate neutral. Thanks again and love the content!
Good time for a carbon offset sponsorship. We are moving into a house soon, we are planning on getting a lot of things second hand but there are a few things we are choosing to buy new that that a really bad footprint and it's been stressing me out a bit. Going to look into offsetting the move and items we are going to buy
Congrats on your Earthhero "zero waste kit" collab👏❤❤ you go queen!
I've been listening to The Story of Stuff, and I'm really enjoying it. I am pleasantly surprised at how familiar the content is. I went to school for socio-cultural anthropology, and I covered the majority of the case studies mentioned in this book through my coursework. It's crazy how probably 10 grand worth of courses was condensed into this one book! Calling the history of the west taking advantage of the global south through capitalism The Story of Stuff...is such a concise (and painfully impossible to ignore) way of putting it.
I have been experimenting with sleeping on the floor for my back over the last month. I was thinking about getting a nice futon mattress, but your first point made me realize I don’t really need a new thing because I’m using things I already had around the house and it works for me. Thank you ☺️
Watching videos from people like you have given me so many ideas and resources has really changed my way of life. Thanks.
I can't afford to buy quantity or quality 😅 I buy cheap clothes once every few years then repair it until it dies
buy second hand. you can find awesome quality for little money.
Every few years is still way better than what most people do! I myself tend to buy at least a few items *every* year. I definitely make them last (I have some clothing items that are over ten years old). But buying thing once every few years is really not bad at all, and probably better than what I'm doing.
I've found waiting before I buy stuff has been one of my most life-changing habits. You mentioned in a few of your videos that you have an instagram account for things you want - since then I made an album on my phone where if I want to buy something I take a screenshot and store it there, then when I get paid I look at that album and see if I really do still want that thing. Having that distance helps so much with the spur of the moment "I want it right now" feeling and has honestly stopped me buying so many clothes!
I can never not look at ur interior, it just looks sooooo cozy there!
I love how you explain the mind shift! It's also something I've noticed has helped me along trying to be more sustainable and that I try to explain to people around me, I think it's much more effective in the long run than saying don't do this do that.
Nice editing! You really upped your game.
I’m workin on it ❤️
you always introduce me to new organizations/businesses i want to support! really appreciate you doing the legwork, ty :)
I have been following since I made the choice to go “zero waste” in 2018. You are such an inspiration and know your stuff! Thanks for making awesome videos!
ah thank you so so much 😘
Love you shelby. I am very far from zero or low waste but you teach me so much and I am trying to be more mindful with everything I do because of you. I've been here since your dumpster diving days btw
A habit that is really easy for me to stick to is not eating meat, I've stopped eating it a long time ago and haven't felt the need to go back - currently trying to go vegan but that's a bit harder for me...
Awesome video shelbi!! You've really outdone yourself on the editing! Really cool
I'm so early! Love you so much! Thank you for protecting the planet!
Love this style of video! Also, very thoughtful tips! You are an inspiration :)
So thankful for your channel and the education it provides!!
I’ve never been this early before, thank you for making these videos and bringing awareness to sustainability as well as making the change towards sustainability so much less intimidating!
Absolutely changed my life finding your channel!
Some great ideas in this video! I will have to start tracking my purchases. A sustainable fashion blogger I follow on Instagram keeps track of how many times she wears each item of clothing to make sure she is getting enough wear out of everything in her wardrobe. I’m also glad that you gave your blog a shout out, because I really enjoy your blog and find it to be an incredibly helpful resource, and it is evident that you put a lot of effort into it.
Videos without Shelbi talking about The story of stuff: Zero
Love your channel so, so much but I have a request/critique. The last couple videos you've been using a loud sound in your editing to cut to clips from past videos. I have a hearing condition and that loud tone causes legit pain and ringing. Could you please pick a softer tone or dramatically lower the volume? Normally on UA-cam the loud shifts are from intros and such so I can predict it and mute strategically. These don't. I really don't want to have to watch you on mute with captions or stop watching. I hope I haven't offended you as I love your message and your channel. Also, your blog is fantastic and you should totally promote it more : )
I watch a few people that have similar but much louder sounds and i have to have my volume down for those (still uncomfortable though)
I really like the way you filmed and edited this video! It's great! Useful as always
Earlllyyy!! Just wanted to say thank you shelbi!
Loved the style of this video, great quality!! And of course all the tips :)
Usually don’t comment on UA-cam but I really wanted to thank you for what you do 😊 Your content is so valuable and not the usual (somehow a little shallow) - “go get stainless steel steel straws, etc” keep going, you’re awesome!!
I've been meaning to join carbon offset ever since you first talked about it so thanks for that final push I needed 😍
Loved the artistic filming and editing♡
100% feel the overthinking part! Thanks for the video, Shelbi.
I love the style of this video!!
Really great video! Aside from the message (which I do find helpful of course), I wanted to compliment the composition of this video, I felt it was really nicely made.
I love your content! I just thought I had to say this but every time I watch your videos I always learn something new that I can implement into my low waste journey and thank you for that and because of your content I’m currently writing a research paper on fast fashion! Keep up the good work!!❤️
I like your channel, I discovered recently and feel inspired! 🐾🐾🕊
Many months or years I was so sad and depresed I try to heal and keep moving. I feel better and happier now, I think.
I need to get better at keeping track of how long I use the things I buy. Though I am quite sustainable in that aspect, I don't think I can ever remember the details as well as you do, haha 😂 Btw, great video as always!
Use Sharpie to write the date on the container. You can also use a sticker or masking tape (not sustainable, but you wouldn’t necessarily to track once you figure out your patterns).
I started offsetting with Go Climate Neutral a few months ago after you mentioned them in another video and it's been great. It definitely does give you that little bit of relief on your eco-anxiety.
This was awesome, can't wait to jump on the GoClimate website later. Also, my major thing which is really bugging me is food waste, like all the unnecessary packaging on everything, I don't live near a bulk store :( Other than that I'm doing really good i think striving for the zero waste life style. Such an inspiration 😊
Have you looked to see if Azure Standard has a drop off site near you? I think you can also try to set one up.
Love this video. My tips are get educated, eat less meat and think through every purchase for like 10 years😂
I always really look forward to and enjoy watching your videos!
i know this isnt your usual content but i would LOVE if you did a plant tour. ive been wanting to grow some houseplants to bring some life into my small apartment, and i love learning about plants! and of course, i'd love if you shared any ways youve reduced waste in this area of your life ☺️
I actually have one you can check out right now! Watch it here, ua-cam.com/video/fCWjWqb0vKY/v-deo.html
Shelbizleee oh whoops i didnt realize! thank you for linking it to me ❤️
I started tracking my purchases! I had a note book I had gotten as I gift that is now being put to good use, this is exciting lol it will be cool to see on paper what I buy in a year aside from food,gas,bills. Thank you for sharing with us!
Sending healthy vibes from Virginia 😇
-Savannah 🌺
You are an inspiration.just keep being you
Story of us changed my life too! It is so so so eye-opening!
I have started slow 🐌 so I don't overwhelm myself with everything I could be doing. I Implement new stuff all the time but my newest thing are the shampoo bars omg 😲 life changing. I found a couple that did not work for me. But I have this shop in Savannah were I live called Nourish. I wanna say it's called Savannah nourish or Nourish Savannah. The shampoo bars that I bought from them are amazing I swear by them. I will never go back. Everything in the shop is amazing. I have a fee things. Its high quality 👌. I would definitely check out their website.
everytime that loud beeping screen change happened it made me jumped lol but this was a great video! so many easy habits to put in place! thanks!
Always look forward to your videos!! #HiglightOfMyQuarantineLife
I just made my own youtube channel after being inspired by you and Sedona Christina- the biggest lifestyle change I made was trying to be more open on why I do the things I do and communicating it with others- even though I don't want to do sustainability as a career- because the world needs all the good I can do
Another *GREAT* video!! 👍🥰👏
I am on this new journey and you have inspired me ! Thank you 😊 I started to do research on natural deodorants and eco friendly companies. Just found a small company called Little Seed Farm. And I used the tips you provided in your previous videos , if the website can tell me where they source from what exact ingredients what resources do they use to ship. Thought you might like 👍
Best book ever!
Will you do a video about other ways to offset your carbon footprint? Many people think that planting trees is the only way to do it and they may be more and also more efficient. Also we need to plant trees for other purposes than just oxigen.
P.S. great video as always 💚
As much as I'm on board, I am still retraining my brain to think about where stuff comes from and what purpose i need for it. I used to save everything but to the point that I need to just move to have/ use less rather than save more. Does that make sense? Haha
Hey, Shelbizleee! I was wondering what your thoughts are on T/ALA activewear
I just started reading The Story of Stuff this week! It's included in the Kindle Unlimited subscription service and Amazon is actually doing two months free of Kindle Unlimited for people not already subscribed (until June 30)-- in case anyone else wants to read your recommendation for free!
Where is your bed frame from!!? So cute & loved the video
I'd love to see a zero waste/eco friendly plant care routine. Do you reuse things as pots or get them second hand? Do you use your rain water to water them? Catch shower water? Eco friendly trouble shooting? I have tons of plants as well and love them. I try to keep it low waste to take care of them, but I'm sure you have tips I've never thought of!
Awesome video!! I clicked all the links suggested hahah! Can you tell me what is the ''wood-like'' or bamboo looking support for your laptop used in this video when you showed GoClimateNeutral? Thanks!! Big thumbs up!! Your channel is really interesting! :)
Love!
What is your advice for year round athletes who want to live more sustainable
What kind of bed frame do you have? And do you recommend it? I'm in the market for a new bed frame and yours is just beautiful. I've also been on the look-out for used ones in my area.
I like your videos and I am doing more in the direction of minimalism. Most of my family and friends work in factories and places of business that make ‘stuff’. Are there books or resources talking about what will happen to jobs in a minimalist world.
Sorry for a bit of a superficial comment on a serious video but I love you necklace/pendant.
i like the visuals/camerawork on this video :-)
Every time I have an urge to buy something, I write it down in my phone so I can revisit it later if I still want to make the purchase in a couple weeks. I also have a list of things I KNOW I want and value, so I can think about how my money would be better spent or saved for those purchases.
I feel like you’ve mentioned this, but where did you find that watering can?
Loving the patch decor! Looks like you're wearing a graduation cap lol
Hey Shelbi! I just recently started watching your channel! I've noticed your cat and was wondering if you knew any good brands for like cat furniture or toys or such! I have four and would like to try and get sustainable items for them. (I'm set on their food because of their allergies and health problems, I can't really mess with their diet. XD)
The Story of Stuff was an awesome book. It has definitely made me think before buying things, especially clothing and electronics. For example, I need to buy a printer. I know printers are very resource intensive. I am buying the most expensive, heavy duty laser printer I can afford that has great reviews from a brand that can last 10+ years. It is more expensive in the up front, but how many cheap printers do people go through and throw away? I know I have in the past.
I love this video. Me being a hairstylist I feel bad cause I feel like it’s so difficult for me to be sustainable and zero waste but I absolutely love this video and all of the ideas you share I try to do. Thank you so much
maybe not for your clients in the chair but I assume having a more done up hair do is part of the job. flaxseed hair gel. and focus on quality and track how long things last you
my hairdresser is part of the sustainable salons initiative, so maybe check that out :)
The plants are looking 🥰
I love your videos. I'm currently trying to make changes. My question is this, what do you do with plastic that arrives unintentionally, like say something that is wrapped in plastic or bubble wrap or in a little baggy. I'm not sure how to deal with packaging that is ordered online. Thanks x
calculating cost per wear/use is such a good habit goal. I struggled to buy the expensive full priced baby carrier when my first was born I bought structured one when I was pregnant because I was living with my sister who hada two year old and had got rid of the carrier which was expensive but not ergonomical made kid feel heavier not lighter but I had wore a baby before I knew about ergos all my friends had them I knew it was worth getting and I had got it at a huge once a year half off an item that never goes on sale and by the fallowing year I would already need to have one so I got it super early. but it was hard to justify buying another carrier for only a few weeks or months so I went cheap it was safe of course but it wasn't well fitting it didn't work and my first baby wouldn't let me put her down the second I picked her up she was happy this was at less than a week no trickery no spoiling she just needed to be vertical and cuddleded all day. I ended up getting the other most popular brand one that I knew I could trust and it really wasn't that much money. I was thinking about days and weeks and months and it seemed so short and never considered hours per day. I never considered factoring in that I was wearing it three and four hours a day for 2 to 3 months times 2 kids with the moby wrap $40 instead of $24 and then multiple years for the ergo. $70 on sale normally $120+ used almost daily for three years before having to replace. so maybe 1,000 days. 2 cents an hour the other one the other likely having close to a ten cent per hour I have fewer pairs of shoes than clothes to wear I haven't been tracking accuratly but buying quality shoes you can' get a lot of cost per wear but fashion dress shoes how often can you wear that shoe. creating somewhat of a capsule or a dress code or uniform or color pallet paramats has helped me. everything should mostly go with everything. and my shoe would go with almost everything I owned I like chocoas I feel I can wear them with anything and for years I stuck with black and black and dark grey became my nutruals then I decided since Imoved to an area wear it is really hot in the summer and also since I am not as fearful of light colors now that i have a more saustainable more reliable period products I changed what color of chocoas I get but still try to think what goes witheverything. when I have to get closed toe shoes I get them second hand
love the message of this video but UNRELATED your hair looks amazing!
Hey Shelby (and anyone else who can help), how can you tell if something is quality when buying online? I’ve been looking to shift to a more eco conscious closet, but with coronavirus we’re not able to shop and thrift in person any time soon.
The fact the I got a fabletics advertisement right after her quality over quantity tip 🙃 love you Shelby though ❤️❤️ you have no idea how many people I tell you’re ideas too and how many of your ideas have come to play on my life
what is the web browser that helps the environment? I remember you talked about it in a video a while ago
Where is the bed frame from? I want that bed 😩😩