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Plastic Free July: Easy Ways for You to Join the Challenge!

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Plastic Free July is an annual challenge that takes place during the month of July. Whether you choose to refuse all plastics or just try to reduce the single-use plastics in your life, every small change helps! This list is helpful to those interest...
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1. Learn how much plastic you use

To start out, I suggest taking the plastics quiz to determine which plastics you use on the daily. This is helpful in setting goals for Plastic Free July. 

 
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Such a great place to start!
Pesky Plastics Quiz
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Take the pledge to hold yourself accountable!
Will you join the Plastic Free July Challenge?
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2. Learn how to recycle properly

Plastics can't be avoided completely… So take the steps to learn how to properly recycle in your area! 

 
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These tips share how to recycle
The Ultimate Guide to Recycling Properly! ♻️
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This shares about each type of plastic…
Recycling Plastic 101
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All about the recycling symbol!
Understanding The Recycling Symbol (and Why It SUCKS!)
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3. Upgrade to some reusables

The best way to avoid plastic is to invest in some high-quality reusables that can replace some of those single-use options…

 
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I've had this for almost a decade now… Having a reusable water bottle is key!
Hydro Flask
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Gives such a good shave!
Safety Razor
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So great for hot beverages!
Stainless Steel Travel Mug
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Knock the single-use plastic straw for these instead!
Reusable Straw
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Excellent for traveling and to avoid plastic cutlery on the go!
Cutlery Set
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Helps save on single use ones
Reusable Qtips 2x
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4. Reduce plastics in your daily routine

If you aren't sure how to kick the plastic habit, I suggest following these tips to reduce the amount of plastic you consume.

 
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10 easy ways!
10 Easy Ways to Reduce Your Plastic Consumption
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Don't just throw away everything that is plastic - make sure you use it up!
What To Do With Old Plastic Already in Your Home
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Very helpful in this Amazon era…
How to Get Your Amazon Orders Shipped Plastic-Free!
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5. Continue learning about plastic-free living

Plastic Free July is just the beginning! If you are interested in learning more about plastic-free living, I suggest these resources:

 
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Super good book!
Plastic-Free: How I Kicked the Plastic Habit
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An eye-opening watch :)
Plastic Earth
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