Now More Than Ever – Life After the Paris Accord
Yesterday was one of those days where reading the news and facing the realities of a Trump presidency was unbearable. A feeling that has become all too normalized. Yet, even with this administration’s constant disappointments, this one cuts deep.
My mantra right now (courtesy of Obama) – “…even in the absence of American leadership; even as this Administration joins a small handful of nations that reject the future; I’m confident that our states, cities, and businesses will step up.”
Although my heart breaks and I’m scared for what is to come, there are still shining beacons lighting the way, fearless entrepreneurs, driven activists, and committed changemakers that will not let this stop them. Our president is abandoning this planet and our future, but I choose to have faith in our society and our drive to impact change.
Instead of writing of all the horrible scenarios that could come of this, which there are several, I’d like to bring some positive energy to the table. Below is a list of commitments I am making to be a better citizen of the earth.
- Research sustainable businesses and support them, buy their products, and share their story. Project Just is a great resource to research fashion brands. To search all sorts of sustainable and ethical companies check out B Corp.
- Start my own sustainable business – hey, why not? Whether it’s organic T-shirts or recycled handbags, I want to be a part of the solution from the business owner side as well as consumer.
- Spread the word, this is the main reason I love writing this blog. I want people to understand that sustainability is a mindset and a way of life, and it’s an attainable one at that.
- Get more involved with local government. This is one that I keep telling myself I’ll do but never get around to, but I can’t afford to make excuses any more. We need to come together and make our government work for us, it starts from the ground up.
- Remember to breathe every day, and be grateful for what this planet has to offer.
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One thing I’ve learned since the election is that life will go on, we just have to keep fighting for what we believe in, now more than ever.