The non-disposable life | Lindsay Miles | TEDxPerth

How many things you throw away are designed to be used only once? Could you live well without using any disposable items? Lindsay Miles put it to the test.

Lindsay is the author of the plastic-free, zero waste, minimalism and sustainable living blog Treading My Own Path. In 2012 she took part in a month long plastic-free living challenge called Plastic Free July, and decided to make plastic-free living, and zero waste living, her way of life.

Plastic Free July opened her eyes to the idea that as individuals, we have the power to make a difference with the choices that we make every day. These individual actions, when repeated by thousands of people, have the potential to bring about real, lasting change.

Lindsay put her energy and passion into inspiring others to make small changes in their lives, believing that empowering individuals is what builds movements. Now a Writer, Facilitator and Sustainability Educator, Lindsay shares her journey through her blog, books and community talks.

[smilelovedancealot]

I love the point that it’s not about “all or nothing.” When I pull out my to go container I brought from home, or glass straw, people are curious, but often feel intimidated. I always encourage them that “even saying no to a straw makes a difference!” Everyone is at a different place in their journey, but all efforts make a difference :) Thanks Lindsay, so many great points

[kristeemarie]

Such an incredible woman! Marvelous talk, Ms. Lindsay.. I hope more people reaches this

[ronity]

Loved loved loved your story and the way you told it....

[dimazzy]

Lindsay, you're a shining star. Thank you.

[kristylorson]

Thank you for this fabulous talk, Lindsay. Love how you approach the subject of waste in the present tense from the perspective of a normal everyday "environmentally conscious" person and how you take your audience on a journey from the days when you were oblivious to these issues through to your awakening. I've been living zero waste for nearly two years and am at the stage where I'm trying to spread awareness of these issues far and wide - thanks for the inspiring resource :).

[cavewallmedia]

yep, designed to be used for minutes, but made to last forever. . . gotta fix the cause. . . now we are aware. . .thanks for your contribution and info. . very educational

[Tubeful]

tq really spark for me to think on the topic...

[savedfaves]

One of the better talks I've seen on this platform.

[mewendy]

Transitioning to making my own bread, to cut out the 2-3 plastic bags store bought uses. Also, use bar soap, bought in paper wrap. It's not unsanitary. I garden & take care of my hens & don't get infections

[svetlanikolova]

REDUCE REFUSE REUSE REPURPOSE ROT.
DONT BOTHER WITH THE RECYCLING. Just use nothing that has to be recycled unless is e waste.And then you can reuse your old phones and computers

[Hijabibti]

Been slowly transitioning to zero waste!

[Cingearth]

It easy take your plastic back to shop, and dump it at front shop door !

[toni]

You can buy solid shampoo and conditioner nowdays. On-line, even in Australia.
It's about time poeple built buildings out of used plasic instead of bags. Highways instead of kids toys. It's possible you know.

[Hijabibti]

Ted talks badges should be made a little more Eco friendly yeah?