So, I love sharing upcycling ideas or reducing inspiration. It’s always been a passion of mine, and I feel like our world needs a major shift this way…and soon. But, I know what some of you may be thinking, because I am wondering the same things. Are we really going to heal this planet by making gift tags out of cereal boxes or fixing broken zippers on our clothes??
But, when I stop and really think about it in my heart, I really DO believe these actions matter. When we start treating our planet’s resources with respect and being more aware of our choices, we start to create change in our world. So, by making gifts at home or upcycling our products or mending our clothes, we start to become more aware of the stuff in our lives—where it comes from, where it’s going, how to make the most of it. And when we make these little projects and carry them around or have them in our homes or gift them to others, we have these subtle reminders everyday. And it starts to change the way we think and the way we act and the way we vote. The companies we choose to support or not to support. Organizations we choose to donate to. The essays and articles and videos we make to increase awareness. All of these things DO matter.
So, yes, we need HUGE changes in our world’s policies and standards. Companies need to keep shifting in the direction of conscious and fair practices. But, this is the job of many people in positions many of us don’t hold. So, the best WE can do is to start with these small changes. And just trust that by starting small, we will continue to make positive change in our world.