I thought Living a zero-waste lifestyle for a week would be difficult, but in the end it felt like zero effort. As someone who prefers comfort and routine, it felt like a daunting task at first, primarily due to the fact I assumed my entire lifestyle would need an overhaul.
Before thoroughly researching what zero-waste living actually entailed, I thought every facet of my day had to be switched to the most environmentally conscious approach imaginable.
The viral tweet of a woman reusing her pasta water for a brew sat at the forefront of my mind the entire time. On Monday, the first day of the trial period, I thought to myself, "This is what you've signed up for. Get ready for stomach-churning pasta coffee." Much to my delight, zero-waste living isn't just much more tolerable than expected, it's actually an enjoyable experience where the bare minimum feels pretty nice.
