The Fifth Zero Waste Talk on Twitter took place on the 3rd December, sadly I could not make it đŸ˜¦
Neverless, I didn’t want to miss out on anything, so here is the recap of the Topic. You can also search the #zwtot hashtag on Twitter here.
Topic: Minimalism & Zero Waste
Questions:
- Question 1: When paring down your life to a minimalist style, how do you do it in a zero-waste-friendly manner? via @whistlpighollow.
- Question 2: Your thoughts on the #KonMari method and how it can enrich a #zerowastelifestyle? via @noneedformars
- Question 3: Do #zerowastelifestyle and #minimalism counteract? via @Gruenish
- Question 4: Best way to get kids excited about #minimalism? via @tash_marais
- Question 5: Q5: How many pairs of shoes do you own? via Going Zero Waste
Host:
Inge ( @Gruenish ) tweeting from @ZeroWasteBN
Participants:
- Jennifer – Twitter: @simplyfiercely Blog: Simply Fiercely.
- Lyn – Twitter: @lynbull53.
- Yvonne – Twitter: @YFairProduction Blog: Y Fair Productions.
- Inge – Twitter: @Gruenish. Blog: Gruenish
- Julia – Twitter: @UntouchSimple Blog: Untouchably Simple
- Chicy Little Monkeys – Twitter: @chicymonkeys – Shop: Chicy Little Monkeys.
- Litterless – Twitter: @go_litterless. Blog: Litterless.
- Julie – Twitter: @jule_tweets. Blog: Le Blog De Jule
- Kathryn – Twitter: @goingzerowaste. Blog: Going Zero Waste.
- Al McCullough – Twitter: @SellAllYurStuff. Blog: Sell All Your Stuff
- Danielle – Twitter: @noneedformars. Blog: No Need For Mars.
- Freegle – Twitter: @thisisfreegle. Blog: Freegle.
Help:
Here’s some useful links to help you get started
* What is #ZWTOT?
* How does #ZWTOT work.
* How to stay sane during a twitter talk.
And They’re Off!
Reminder: Please always use #zwtot for each tweet while you're joining the conversation. Retweet the question, then answer. thx
— Zero Waste BN (@ZeroWasteBN) December 3, 2015
Join me for my 1st Twitter Chat w/@ZeroWasteBN #zwtot! I'm a #minimalist but I'm learning about #zerowaste, so super excited!
— Jennifer (@simplyfiercely) December 3, 2015
Question 1:
Q1: When paring down your life to a minimalist style, how do you do it in a zero-waste-friendly manner? via @whistlpighollow #zwtot
— Zero Waste BN (@ZeroWasteBN) December 3, 2015
Answers to Q1:
Use zero waste options for disposal such as charity goodwill shops, gift, freecycle#zwtot https://t.co/e7rS0p2yQG
— lynbull (@lynbull53) December 3, 2015
And Freegle responded!
Well played, Freegle, well played. Social Media done right.
MT @lynbull53: @ZeroWasteBN @YFairProduction Try online groups like freeglehttps://t.co/8KL5SijHip – never know what people can use #zwtot
— thisisfreegle(@thisisfreegle) December 3, 2015
.@ZeroWasteBN I'm trying to donate everything that's still functional. #zwtot #givingTuesday
— GRĂ¼NISH(@GRueNISH) December 3, 2015
@ZeroWasteBN @whistlpighollow Q1: the Minimalism Game Zero Waste Style would be perfect, no landfill, only giving/selling/donate #zwtot
— Y Fair Productions (@YFairProduction) December 3, 2015
.@YFairProduction What about things that aren't working anymore though? As in really completely broken? #zwtot
— Zero Waste BN (@ZeroWasteBN) December 3, 2015
@ZeroWasteBN @YFairProduction Try online groups like freecycleor freegle- you never know what people can use #zwtot
— lynbull (@lynbull53) December 3, 2015
.@lynbull53 Never heard of freeglebefore, is that a UK based organization #zwtot ?
— GRĂ¼NISH(@GRueNISH) December 3, 2015
@ZeroWasteBN Q1: trying to recycle as much as possible and you can search for people who can use parts of it to make something new #zwtot
— Y Fair Productions (@YFairProduction) December 3, 2015
@ZeroWasteBN @whistlpighollow as everyone has said donate/gift etcbut also repurpose when possible. #zwtot https://t.co/4GBA6UOSHC
— Jennifer (@simplyfiercely) December 3, 2015
@GRueNISH We also have other local Reuse groups. Great for matching surplus item with new needy owner #zwtot
— lynbull (@lynbull53) December 3, 2015
A1: I try to donate, use up and most importantly STOP buying new things. If you've already got it, use it or find it a new home. #zwtot
— Julia (@UntouchSimple) December 3, 2015
RT @simplyfiercely: @YFairProduction @ZeroWasteBN About 3 years, before that I was massive shopaholic!! #zwtot
— Zero Waste BN (@ZeroWasteBN) December 3, 2015
@ZeroWasteBN Mix of a cross country move (so downsized out of necessity) and also I realised my life didn't match my values. #zwtot
— Jennifer (@simplyfiercely) December 3, 2015
I think your are a great rolemodelnow, so no worries! #zwtot https://t.co/VzoClTm6pG
— Y Fair Productions (@YFairProduction) December 3, 2015
@GRueNISH after retiring I found a massive amount of stationery from conferences, home working etcand took them to local school #zwtot
— lynbull (@lynbull53) December 3, 2015
@GRueNISH after retiring I found a massive amount of stationery from conferences, home working etc and took them to local school #zwtot
— lyn bull (@lynbull53) December 3, 2015
@ZeroWasteBN Totally! The rest of my family doesn't understand why I don't have more stuff, but #lessismore #zwtot
— Julia (@UntouchSimple) December 3, 2015
#zwtot If you're looking for somewhere to send your children's barely worn clothes, take a look here: https://t.co/Vqo5PjezGA We pay you!
— ChicyLittle Monkeys (@ChicyMonkeys) December 3, 2015
@ZeroWasteBN @whistlpighollow Take it slowly! Allows you to be thoughtful & get everything to the place where it'll be best used. #zwtot
— litterless(@go_litterless) December 3, 2015
.@jule_tweets Welcome to #zwtot. Thanks for joining! What do you do with things that are unrepairable ?
— Zero Waste BN (@ZeroWasteBN) December 3, 2015
.@jule_tweets Welcome to #zwtot. Thanks for joining! What do you do with things that are unrepairable ?
— Zero Waste BN (@ZeroWasteBN) December 3, 2015
Wow, that's a great achievement #imeldamarcos đŸ˜‰ #zwtot #minimalist https://t.co/unizyzcIU0
— Y Fair Productions (@YFairProduction) December 3, 2015
@simplyfiercely @ZeroWasteBN 1/2 I'm doing my undergrad and live at home, so it's a bit different but deal with your stuff first #zwtot
— Julia (@UntouchSimple) December 3, 2015
@simplyfiercely @ZeroWasteBN 2/2 and maybe keep their stuff contained? If they have their own space it's easier to simplify elsewhere #zwtot
— Julia (@UntouchSimple) December 3, 2015
.@simplyfiercely Maybe he's willing to change the #plastic bottle habit if you give him a stylish #reusable bottle #stainless steel? #zwtot
— Zero Waste BN (@ZeroWasteBN) December 3, 2015
@simplyfiercely @ZeroWasteBN In terms of zero waste, make it too easy not to. If you take charge, he'll hopefully follow. #zwtot
— Julia (@UntouchSimple) December 3, 2015
@UntouchSimple @ZeroWasteBN So true – I've learned with him it's convenience + price, not principle, so he will do what is easiest. #zwtot
— Jennifer (@simplyfiercely) December 3, 2015
Question 2:
Q2: Your thoughts on the #KonMari method and how it can enrich a #zerowastelifestyle? via @noneedformars #zwtot
— Zero Waste BN (@ZeroWasteBN) December 3, 2015
Answers to Q2:
.@ZeroWasteBN Just started reading the book. Curious to see if it keeps what is promised in the first few pages #zwtot
— GRĂ¼NISH(@GRueNISH) December 3, 2015
@YFairProduction Only things you can't put in the regular recycling bin (electronics, paint, lightbulbs, batteries, cd/dvd, etc.) #zwtot
— Julie GagnĂ©(JULE) (@jule_tweets) December 3, 2015
A2 : Haven't read the book, and don't know if I will. I'll make my mind after reading your interventions! đŸ˜‰ #zwtot https://t.co/a9RunqH4fd
— Julie GagnĂ©(JULE) (@jule_tweets) December 3, 2015
@ZeroWasteBN Q2: I didn't read the book, because I'm totally not attached to stuff and can clear a room easily #sparkjoy #zwtot
— Y Fair Productions (@YFairProduction) December 3, 2015
.@ZeroWasteBN A2: I haven't read it, but I like one big purge. Clearing out and setting up for zero waste makes transitioning easier. #zwtot
— Julia (@UntouchSimple) December 3, 2015
@go_litterless @ZeroWasteBN I've heard this too (but haven't read the book). #zwtot
— Jennifer (@simplyfiercely) December 3, 2015
RT @goingzerowaste: @ZeroWasteBN @noneedformars do it all at once. I loose patience doing things bit by bit. #KonMari #zerowaste #zwtot
— Zero Waste BN (@ZeroWasteBN) December 3, 2015
@go_litterless @ZeroWasteBN Minimalism is more about intentional choices (a mindful lifestyle vsa aesthetic) #minimalism #zwtot (2/2)
— Jennifer (@simplyfiercely) December 3, 2015
.@goingzerowaste Have you read the #KonMari book? #tidyingup #konmarimethod #zwtot #zerowaste
— Zero Waste BN (@ZeroWasteBN) December 3, 2015
It's true simplicity lends to a happier and richer life! #Konmari method for sure helped me achieve that. #zwtot https://t.co/x0KNoZJo7L
— Zero Waste Danielle (@noneedformars) December 3, 2015
RT @noneedformars: would love to do all at once, but living in a multi-person household hinders me to do that @goingzerowaste #zwtot
— Zero Waste BN (@ZeroWasteBN) December 3, 2015
.@noneedformars It's also very hard to do if not everyone in the household is on board #zwtot #KonMari #minimalism
— Zero Waste BN (@ZeroWasteBN) December 3, 2015
RT @simplyfiercely: from what I know about #KonMari there is a lot of focus on tidying + organising > my feeling is minimalism (1/2) #zwtot
— Zero Waste BN (@ZeroWasteBN) December 3, 2015
RT @simplyfiercely: @go_litterless #Minimalism is more about intentional choices (a mindful lifestyle vsa aesthetic) #zwtot (2/2)
— Zero Waste BN (@ZeroWasteBN) December 3, 2015
@ZeroWasteBN @noneedformars really – anything that helps change the conversation away from 'more stuff' contributes positively #zwtot
— Jennifer (@simplyfiercely) December 3, 2015
Don't use the #KonMari method, selling our life to move abroad was a great way to enrich our lifestyle #zwtot https://t.co/enRnl6PNS6
— Sell All Your Stuff (@SellAllYurStuff) December 3, 2015
Forcing other to behave like you is never leads to positive change! Slow and steady wins out đŸ™‚ #zwtot #konmari https://t.co/C77m6EvhrB
— Zero Waste Danielle (@noneedformars) December 3, 2015
@SellAllYurStuff exactly – focus on what you want most + it's easier to let go of what you don't really need! #zwtot
— Jennifer (@simplyfiercely) December 3, 2015
@ZeroWasteBN yes! I was number 428 on the wait list (8 months) at the library. I now thank everything. It was my favoritepart. #zwtot
— Kathryn Kellogg (@goingzerowaste) December 3, 2015
@goingzerowaste @ZeroWasteBN Haha. I thought thanking everything was ridiculous…but now I find myself doing it, and it helps! #zwtot
— litterless(@go_litterless) December 3, 2015
Question 3:
Q3: Do #zerowastelifestyle and #minimalism counteract? via @gruenish #zwtot #zerowaste
— Zero Waste BN (@ZeroWasteBN) December 3, 2015
Answers to Q3:
A3 : It helps! #zwtot #zerowaste #zerodechet #minimalisme #minimalism https://t.co/hVhDb4EQm6
— Julie GagnĂ©(JULE) (@jule_tweets) December 3, 2015
That was my favoritepart as well! This book is great for sentimental people looking to purge. @goingzerowaste @ZeroWasteBN #konmari #zwtot
— Zero Waste Danielle (@noneedformars) December 3, 2015
@ZeroWasteBN @GRueNISH I think they can do great together…looking at the minimalist home of Bea Johnson #zwtot #minimalism
— Y Fair Productions (@YFairProduction) December 3, 2015
.@ZeroWasteBN A3: Yes & no. You can be #minimalist and #zerowaste but you do need more supplies to be package free. Worth it though! #zwtot
— Julia (@UntouchSimple) December 3, 2015
@ZeroWasteBN @go_litterless I like it because we add more value almost a relationship to our things. It makes them less disposable. #zwtot
— Kathryn Kellogg (@goingzerowaste) December 3, 2015
@ZeroWasteBN @GRueNISH I'm long term travelling + I struggle with food packaging especially. I try but I know I could do better. #zwtot
— Jennifer (@simplyfiercely) December 3, 2015
#Zerowaste #Minimalism #Plasticfree #Veganism I believe all go hand in hand and lend well as complements to one another. @ZeroWasteBN #zwtot
— Zero Waste Danielle (@noneedformars) December 3, 2015
a3. they can, but they don't have to. I live with a modern baroquist- plants and art work everywhere. It doesn't equate to waste. #zwtot
— Kathryn Kellogg (@goingzerowaste) December 3, 2015
@go_litterless @ZeroWasteBN but I try + remind myself baby steps are ok + every little thing helps. #zwtot #zerowaste
— Jennifer (@simplyfiercely) December 3, 2015
A3. I'm a minimalist. So, we struggle with home decor. #zwtot
— Kathryn Kellogg (@goingzerowaste) December 3, 2015
@ZeroWasteBN well, that depends on which one of us you ask. #zwtot #compromise
— Kathryn Kellogg (@goingzerowaste) December 3, 2015
I also struggle with lack of recycling + food packing in many countries. #zwtot https://t.co/Ra420IU3wd
— Sell All Your Stuff (@SellAllYurStuff) December 3, 2015
@goingzerowaste that is one of the things my boyfriend wouldn't like about #minimalism But we skipped the christmastreethis year #zwtot
— Y Fair Productions (@YFairProduction) December 3, 2015
@goingzerowaste We're getting the whole family over this year, I'm already preparing my defenseon the no-christmastree-thing #zwtot
— Y Fair Productions (@YFairProduction) December 3, 2015
@ZeroWasteBN some of our furniture doesn't work in our new house. I don't want to donate it but I don't want to live with it either. #zwtot
— Kathryn Kellogg (@goingzerowaste) December 3, 2015
@ZeroWasteBN Donate it ALL! All I want for Christmas is to clean out his closet. #zwtot (and take me out to dinner – if you're tuned in)
— Kathryn Kellogg (@goingzerowaste) December 3, 2015
Sadly, they joke that the plastic bag is the national flower of Nicaragua đŸ˜¦ #zwtot https://t.co/6MKZRvTAPd
— Sell All Your Stuff (@SellAllYurStuff) December 3, 2015
@goingzerowaste @ZeroWasteBN @GRueNISH Breaks my heart. Plastics are also burned very regularly. We say a tire on a burn pile once. @zwtot
— Sell All Your Stuff (@SellAllYurStuff) December 3, 2015
@goingzerowaste @ZeroWasteBN Very small steps, trash pick up on the beach is something we do regularly, we see some locals doing now #zwtot
— Sell All Your Stuff (@SellAllYurStuff) December 3, 2015
Question 4:
Q4: Best way to get kids excited about #minimalism? via https://t.co/SvILTR9NMn #zwtot #zerowaste
— Zero Waste BN (@ZeroWasteBN) December 3, 2015
Answers to Q4:
@ZeroWasteBN I don't have kids, but I think get them excited about experiences + DOING fun stuff. #zwtot #DoMoreOwnLess
— Jennifer (@simplyfiercely) December 3, 2015
@ZeroWasteBN I know I often want new things when I'm bored, my guess is kids are the same! #zwtot
— Jennifer (@simplyfiercely) December 3, 2015
@ZeroWasteBN make it a game? #zwtot I think it'd also be easier if they were born into the lifestyle rather than a change when older.
— Kathryn Kellogg (@goingzerowaste) December 3, 2015
@ZeroWasteBN Encouraging a one-thing-in, one-thing-out rule helps set expectations and eases the pain of letting go of older toys. #zwtot
— litterless(@go_litterless) December 3, 2015
.@ZeroWasteBN Trying to convince my 2.5yo to let go of the baby swing. No chance. But as @noneedformars said, Steadily wins #zwtot
— GRĂ¼NISH(@GRueNISH) December 3, 2015
.@simplyfiercely you can fill the whole day with fun stuff, come home and ask if the babyswingcan be donated, the answer is NO!! #zwtot đŸ™‚
— GRĂ¼NISH(@GRueNISH) December 3, 2015
.@ZeroWasteBN A4: Don't have kids, but as a future teacher kids are most engaged when they understand why it's important and it's fun #zwtot
— Julia (@UntouchSimple) December 3, 2015
RT @UntouchSimple: A4: kids are most engaged when they understand why it's important and it's fun #zwtot
— Zero Waste BN (@ZeroWasteBN) December 3, 2015
Question 5:
RT @zerowastebn: Q5: How many pairs of shoes do you own? via @goingzerowaste #zwtot
— Zero Waste BN (@ZeroWasteBN) December 3, 2015
Answers to Q5:
A5 : 6, and there are 2 pairs I don't wear often! Never been a big fan of shoes, I'm more of a t-shirt addict!#zwtot https://t.co/28EHvVpWyr
— Julie GagnĂ©(JULE) (@jule_tweets) December 3, 2015
@ZeroWasteBN @goingzerowaste I'm currently travelling for 7 months – I have 4 pairs (ankle boots, sneakers, sandals + flip flops) #zwtot
— Jennifer (@simplyfiercely) December 3, 2015
RT @goingzerowaste: @ZeroWasteBN YASSSSSS! I'm so happy right now. #zwtot
— Zero Waste BN (@ZeroWasteBN) December 3, 2015
@ZeroWasteBN 6 pairs for theatre, 12 pairs real life.Thisis how far I've come. That wasn't even all of them. #zwtot pic.twitter.com/uRuhnlo9Eq
— Kathryn Kellogg (@goingzerowaste) December 3, 2015
.@ZeroWasteBN @goingzerowaste lived barefoot in SF for over 2 years. Not a big shoe fan. I think I have 3 or 4 pairs. #zwtot
— GRĂ¼NISH(@GRueNISH) December 3, 2015
.@goingzerowaste Entirely barefoot. No shoes, no socks. Loved it. It's too f..ingcold where I live now to do that đŸ™‚ #zwtot
— GRĂ¼NISH(@GRueNISH) December 3, 2015
@ZeroWasteBN laziness – I hate carrying big heavy bags! And you get used to it quickly. #zwtot
— Jennifer (@simplyfiercely) December 3, 2015
RT @simplyfiercely: @ZeroWasteBN laziness – I hate carrying big heavy bags! And you get used to it quickly. #zwtot
— Zero Waste BN (@ZeroWasteBN) December 3, 2015
@go_litterless @goingzerowaste @ZeroWasteBN funny thing is I actually feel better dressed than normal! #zwtot
— Jennifer (@simplyfiercely) December 3, 2015
@ZeroWasteBN @goingzerowaste Three – sneakers, birkenstocksand flip flops! #zwtot
— Sell All Your Stuff (@SellAllYurStuff) December 3, 2015
The End:
All, it was wonderful talking with all of you. Thanks so much to everyone who joined #zwtot!
— Zero Waste BN (@ZeroWasteBN) December 3, 2015
I have to run, y'all! Baby is hungry đŸ™‚ A virtual enormous hug for everyone who joined #zwtot, You all rock it big time!
— GRĂ¼NISH(@GRueNISH) December 3, 2015
Great chat on #zerowaste + #minimalism! Thanks @ZeroWasteBN #zwtot https://t.co/YAfXVuNu1m
— Jennifer (@simplyfiercely) December 3, 2015
So much fun tweeting with @ZeroWasteBN for my first every #zwtot – thanks to all who participated!
— Julia (@UntouchSimple) December 4, 2015
.@UntouchSimple Thanks so much for joining! You can propose a topic for future talks via twitter using #zwtot
— Zero Waste BN (@ZeroWasteBN) December 4, 2015
Till next time, folks!
Stay Awesome
No Harm | No Waste 
What a great write-up, Cheryl! Thanks for the mentions. It was such a fun chat!
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You’re welcome. ♥ I’m so bummed that I couldn’t make it, it was the first one I missed and it’s a topic that I was really looking forward to!
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