I used to think my little choices didn't matter for the climate...

About three years ago, I was living in Phoenix and just drove everywhere, even for a half-mile coffee run. I figured one person's car couldn't make a real difference. Then last month, I finally got an e-bike after my friend showed me her app that tracks miles not driven. I've already gone 150 miles on it for errands and work. Seeing that number made it click for me that all those little trips really do add up. Has anyone else had a moment like that with a specific change they made?

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max2232mo ago

It's the small habits that snowball.

faith_hart202mo ago

Absolutely, @max223. I started making my bed every morning, which felt silly at first. That tiny win made me want to clear the breakfast dishes right away too. Then I started a five minute tidy-up before bed. Those small actions built up and my whole place just feels calmer now. It really does start with one little thing.

the_thomas1mo agoTop Commenter

That's awesome, and @faith_hart20 is right, those small wins really do build up fast.

christopherw342mo ago

Totally get that. I started hanging my laundry instead of using the dryer (which felt like nothing) and my electric bill dropped way more than I expected.