I am presently doing a masters degree in environmental studies and I am a vegetarian, basically a vegan. I never eat fast food, and rarely eat out at all, but when I do I choose wisely and locally. At the grocery store I buy mostly raw fruits and vegetables and very little packaged foods (just tofu, granola and almond milk) and I am always looking for ways to reduce my packaging even further. I always reuse all plastic bags that I acquire (which isn’t very much) and I make my own meals in reusable containers everyday. I don’t shop much and when I do its usually second hand. I can’t afford it if I wanted to. I am very careful with my energy use (I’m very anal about turning off the lights and conserving water). I bike EVERYWHERE, in fact most people think my biking habits are a little nutty since many areas of Toronto are NOT bike friendly. I also walk a lot and when its too cold (I can’t afford warm bike clothes) I take transit. I value friendships and personal relationships as well as personal growth, money and material goods are merely tools to me, they are of no significant value. This has made a huge impact on my life and my goals. I am a genuinely happy person, and I don’t needs ‘things’ to remain that way.
This post was submitted by Sarah Rotz.
Tofu is pretty easy to make at home if you ever want to try it. It comes out a little less firm than the store bought stuff, but it’s yummy!
Comment by Natalie — October 15, 2009 @ 3:33 pm