Thank you so much, this was an inspiring speech, I've just started to try the zero waste life because I noticed (thanks to people like you in social media) how much damage plastic and other single use materials cause to earth, animals and also humans. I was feeling a little discourage since the people from my country have a really bad environmental culture, but now I feel much better because like you said it's something progressive and I will continue spreading awareness about this topic and trying to keep my life without plastic. Greetings from Peru. C:
An eloquent, perfectly balanced, engaging, practical and beautifully delivered TED talk. Well done Alexis! Both your message and your performance are dazzling.
I don't usually watch ted talks, but I didn't find any parts that triggered any reactions of them. She made small jokes, but the punchlines were either monotone, and didn't make it obvious it was a joke, or were pretty cringy.
Glad we're finally realizing this now. it might not be so bad if we quit now, imagine if we continue doing business and packaging this way in the future i'll be insane. Aliens will discover a plastic planet with no life, and it's all our fault
I don’t have a bulk store near me, but a nearby grocery store has a bulk aisle. Although I am limited in what I can buy bulk, I do the best that I can. I can buy my lentils bulk and organic, so I do.
I've watched quite a few of these ted talks and videos on youtube on which, mostly women, they talk about their kit and what we should do in our everyday lives to reduce plastic. But why is it that only a few of them talk about reusable menstrual products? That was my first step to reduce plastic and at the time I was more concerned on the amount of money I was saving rather than the waste.
Any step is the "first step".. Besides, they only have so much time to talk. They try to condense to get the most important and easiest things to incorporate into our lives. Up to you to look around for more tips.
I think they want to appeal to the whole audience. If there is a lot of men maybe talking about our period blood would turn off their ears? Haha. But totally happy i switched. Havent gotten to use it yet because i had one or two periods in between my daughter and getting pregnant with my son. But looking forward to using it
Changing to washable pads is one of the best things that I did for myself! Women don’t realize that the plastic in their disposable pads can disrupt female hormones. My periods even got lighter. It took awhile, but it did finally happen. I have been using washables for a few years now.
This is extraordinary in every way. I recently read a similar book, and it was extraordinary in every way. "Reclaiming Connection: The Journey of a Digital Detox" by Joshua Ember
Thats the sad reality. And our world is so lazy. Im personally really bothered by it all and have begun my journey. Im excited to raise and teach my children about being more mindful
I'm 1/2 in and no mention of 'how' yet, just frustrating. Just refuse a straw, they're not necessary except for a few woth disabilities. My nearest 'bulk store' is 180km away and VERY expensive (upto 2X) with limited options, so a very urban, middle class suggestion. None of the no-plastic speakers seem to to have any interest in the use of plastics in building and furnishings (electrical insulation, light fittings and switches, foam in cushions and furniture), vehicle interiors or the horrendous amount of plastic waste in health care. A few plastic straws pale into insignificance...
This is so sad for our planet. The oceans being destroyed. 😢 so sad for the marine life and our wildlife eating this and dying of blocksges in their digestive systems.
What are you talking about? The collapsible containers are usually made out of silicone - not plastic. Sigh... why are people so invested in nitpicking people who are making a change instead of changing their own habits?
She may also have had it before her zero waste journey. You dont just replace all your plastic when you change. That would be a waste of products and money
I still have plastic containers from before my zero waste journey. I continue to use them because I don’t want them to end up in a landfill. I bought a lot of Tupperware years ago. It is very expensive. I would rather just use it than throw it out. If and when it wears out, I will replace it with more sustainable options.
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I am a common man. Inspired by watching your video. I can reduce plastic by sharing with my family, friends, children in school.
Thank you so much, this was an inspiring speech, I've just started to try the zero waste life because I noticed (thanks to people like you in social media) how much damage plastic and other single use materials cause to earth, animals and also humans. I was feeling a little discourage since the people from my country have a really bad environmental culture, but now I feel much better because like you said it's something progressive and I will continue spreading awareness about this topic and trying to keep my life without plastic. Greetings from Peru. C:
Carmen, Greetings from Bulgaria. We cant give up and we need to live up to our values. Keep going
This should get more views
Great argument. I just bought a pack of Tru Earth laundry sheets instead a plastic jug of laundry soap. I'll to reduce my plastic consumption.
BEST Ted talk I’ve EVER seen!!! ❤️❤️❤️
An eloquent, perfectly balanced, engaging, practical and beautifully delivered TED talk. Well done Alexis! Both your message and your performance are dazzling.
This is a very powerful talk, and it really inspire me to use less plastic.
You dont need plastic at all. We survived thousands of years without it
I admire what she is doing, I'm trying to reduce waste as much as possible and this is great.
this was an amazing talk and she was super engaging, why was the audience so dead?
Cus they white
I don't usually watch ted talks, but I didn't find any parts that triggered any reactions of them. She made small jokes, but the punchlines were either monotone, and didn't make it obvious it was a joke, or were pretty cringy.
Hanna Carolina agreed!!!
Magnificent TED talk from a wonderful human being who is changing our world for the better, people!!!!!!
Also metals are easier and more efficient to separate and chemically process in recycling plants (even aluminum with right magnet)
Bravo great presentation, it is a daily struggle but well worth it
Glad we're finally realizing this now. it might not be so bad if we quit now, imagine if we continue doing business and packaging this way in the future i'll be insane. Aliens will discover a plastic planet with no life, and it's all our fault
I don’t have a bulk store near me, but a nearby grocery store has a bulk aisle. Although I am limited in what I can buy bulk, I do the best that I can. I can buy my lentils bulk and organic, so I do.
Brilliant, will be applying and sharing
I've watched quite a few of these ted talks and videos on youtube on which, mostly women, they talk about their kit and what we should do in our everyday lives to reduce plastic. But why is it that only a few of them talk about reusable menstrual products?
That was my first step to reduce plastic and at the time I was more concerned on the amount of money I was saving rather than the waste.
Any step is the "first step".. Besides, they only have so much time to talk. They try to condense to get the most important and easiest things to incorporate into our lives. Up to you to look around for more tips.
I think they want to appeal to the whole audience. If there is a lot of men maybe talking about our period blood would turn off their ears? Haha. But totally happy i switched. Havent gotten to use it yet because i had one or two periods in between my daughter and getting pregnant with my son. But looking forward to using it
That's true. The same story here ;)
Changing to washable pads is one of the best things that I did for myself! Women don’t realize that the plastic in their disposable pads can disrupt female hormones. My periods even got lighter. It took awhile, but it did finally happen. I have been using washables for a few years now.
Because men in the audience dont want to hear it?
Thank you
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This is extraordinary in every way. I recently read a similar book, and it was extraordinary in every way. "Reclaiming Connection: The Journey of a Digital Detox" by Joshua Ember
Excellent talk! Thank you.
Just fantastic! Way to go.
Amazing and inspirational!
I loved this video. Thank you, I honestly had no idea of all that we could do
Thank you for this beautifull speech!
Thanks for giving me Plastic-itis Alexis!
Such an amazing talk!
Nice educational video
Loved this one !
I love ideas that empower the individual.
She still uses a synthetic bags are a plastic tupperware. I hope she takes a next step! :)
American clubs/bars serve you plastic cups? 😳I've never seen that in my life here
Valentin Diehl Right? Normally bars serve drinks in thick glass cups.
That is a good idea to do, but the thing is not to many people prefer to reuse there own plastic bottles/ cuntaners..
Thats the sad reality. And our world is so lazy. Im personally really bothered by it all and have begun my journey. Im excited to raise and teach my children about being more mindful
Wow... I'm a believer
I'm 1/2 in and no mention of 'how' yet, just frustrating. Just refuse a straw, they're not necessary except for a few woth disabilities. My nearest 'bulk store' is 180km away and VERY expensive (upto 2X) with limited options, so a very urban, middle class suggestion. None of the no-plastic speakers seem to to have any interest in the use of plastics in building and furnishings (electrical insulation, light fittings and switches, foam in cushions and furniture), vehicle interiors or the horrendous amount of plastic waste in health care. A few plastic straws pale into insignificance...
Tesla put a paper-based dashboard in their prototype vehicle. That’s an idea.
@@bob15479 a nice idea but worthless unless widely/universally adopted
i just follow that bulk store location as all of their social medies
Why DO we need straws in the first place?
The Patented MAGNETIC LAUNDRY SYSTEM makes laundry detergent obsolete. I found it on Amazon. It cleans great!!!!
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This is so sad for our planet. The oceans being destroyed. 😢 so sad for the marine life and our wildlife eating this and dying of blocksges in their digestive systems.
What s her toilet brush and Laptop made of ?🤔
I like plastic
Did anybody else cringe when they saw the no plastic lady, start pulling Plastic Things out of her go bag? Like what!!!
What are you talking about? The collapsible containers are usually made out of silicone - not plastic. Sigh... why are people so invested in nitpicking people who are making a change instead of changing their own habits?
She may also have had it before her zero waste journey. You dont just replace all your plastic when you change. That would be a waste of products and money
I still have plastic containers from before my zero waste journey. I continue to use them because I don’t want them to end up in a landfill. I bought a lot of Tupperware years ago. It is very expensive. I would rather just use it than throw it out. If and when it wears out, I will replace it with more sustainable options.
They might be plastic but they are reusable
@@mgmt97 Good point! Silicone is plastic, however.
Who is this ogre?
Yeah, you don’t get to choice to stop using plastic.....