I think it’s easy to get overwhelmed when it comes to plastic. It’s impossible to avoid! Stories like yours make me think about how much plastic is a bigger problem than each of us. I won’t be able to stop accumulating plastic, no matter how hard I try, because it is also an industry-wide and society-wide problem. Of course it’s always fun trying. =)

I think Beth’s comment is right on. Often I have to change the way I do things in order to reduce plastic. You have to pick and choose your battles for that, though, because sometimes habits and comfort really do take a lot of effort to overcome. One small change at a time.

Thanks for spreading information to your friends! I think my plastic-avoiding ways have influenced my friends and family too. At least they think about their purchases more. That’s great.