JustBreathe

a magazine by HEALING HOTELS OF THE WORLD

  • Body
    • Health
    • Ayurveda
    • Detox
    • Anti-Stress
    • Beauty
    • Healing Water
    • Graceful Aging
    • Weight Loss
    • Fitness
    • Sleep
  • Mind
    • New Consciousness
    • Mindfulness
    • Meditation
    • Yoga
  • Soul
    • Spirituality
    • Food for Your Soul
    • Me-Time
  • Life
    • Holistic Lifestyle
    • Inspirational Podcasts
    • Inspiring People
    • Green Living
    • Charity
    • Design
  • Food
    • Nutrition
    • Recipes
  • Healing Hotels
Close
JustBreathe
Close
  • Body
    • Health
    • Ayurveda
    • Detox
    • Anti-Stress
    • Beauty
    • Healing Water
    • Graceful Aging
    • Weight Loss
    • Fitness
    • Sleep
  • Mind
    • New Consciousness
    • Mindfulness
    • Meditation
    • Yoga
  • Soul
    • Spirituality
    • Food for Your Soul
    • Me-Time
  • Life
    • Holistic Lifestyle
    • Inspirational Podcasts
    • Inspiring People
    • Green Living
    • Charity
    • Design
  • Food
    • Nutrition
    • Recipes
  • Healing Hotels

It’s Time to Act if we Want to Save our Coastlines!

Green Living, Life April 24, 2018 Gabriel Cabral
It’s Time to Act if we Want to Save our Coastlines!

© Hermes Rivera

Imagine you’re enjoying a Mai Tai in Bali, in awe of the natural beauty of its clean water and white sand. You close your eyes and you can hear the birds singing along with the relaxing tones of the ocean making it the perfect soundtrack of your dream holiday.

Now think you’ve saved a few pennies to accomplish that goal and, as you have enough cash to afford it, you jump on a plane to paradise and now that you’ve arrived to your destination, you’ve landed on a stinky plastic landfill called Bali.

The world is changing and we need to change too.

Scientists estimate that almost 8 million tons of plastic debris is being washed into the ocean each year, i.e. the equivalent to “five grocery bags filled with plastic for every coastline in the world” (Jambeck, 2015). But this is not news, in fact, it’s not news at all that the world’s oceans are being filled with enough plastic waste to thickly line every coastline.

Research released in 2013 found there were more than 5 tn pieces of plastic floating on the world’s oceans damaging the eco-system of plenty of species and, despite plastic can break down in warm waters, the process releases toxic chemicals that may be digested by fish which can result in malnutrition or starvation for the fish and end up in the human food chain.

 

The nightmare doesn’t stop there.

According to The Guardian, just 5% of plastics are recycled effectively. One third of the plastics consumed end up in our oceans. Much of the remainder is burned to generate energy, this is used to make new plastic goods like bags, cups and tubs- However, these take at least 450 years to biodegrade.

By 2025 the annual input would be about twice these figure. This means 10 bags full of plastic per foot of coastline and, according to WWF, by 2050 there could be more plastic in the sea than fish.

Plastic packaging doesn’t biodegrade. It just sits in landfills and represents a significant source of waste. Often it then ends up being eaten by numerous marine and land animals, to fatal consequences.

If this wasn’t enough, research shows that microscopic plastic particles are present in the air at various locations throughout the world.  So, if you don’t care much about ocean pollution (which I think you should) rest assured that you can find plastic in the air you’re breathing.

What can we do to end this?

The first answer to that question is RECYCLE and RECYCLE WELL!

If you’re unsure on how to do this, here are a few steps:

1) Some plastic products cannot be recycled, so make sure you check the packaging before you chuck it in the bin. If it cannot be recycled, try reusing it or turning into something crafty.

2) Some recycling centers won’t accept bottle lids because they are made of a different plastic than the bottle is made of. This may result in contamination.

3) Make sure your bottle is clean before you put it in the recycling bin.

4) Unless you’re certain that your recycling center accepts plastic seals, remove the label to avoid contamination.

 

Another way to reduce human impact in the eco-system is avoid buying produce that is wrapped with plastic.

Do you really need an extra bag for your bananas, avocados, broccoli, carrots, garlic or onions?

Supermarket chains have implemented this practice for a while, despite receiving several customer complaints.

In spite of the fact that plastic-wrapped products are cheaper, the plastic they use are usually not recyclable. Also, direct contact with it can also harm your health due to all the toxic particles contaminating the food.

 

Try going eco when you buy clothes.

The clothing industry is trying to be more responsible with their products by using materials and technologies that turn plastic into fabrics, which is the case with brands like OHMME that, due to their commitment towards sustainability, they explore different techniques to reduce the negative impact the textile industry causes.

Some products of their range include materials like recycled polyester. This is made of re-formed polymers, gathered from post-consumer plastic bottles or post-industrial manufacturing packaging.

Recycling polyester consumes less energy than producing virgin polyester. It keeps bottles and other plastics out of the landfills and ocean gyres. This reduces the amount of plastic found in our environment.

 

Spread the word…

If you can at least convince one person to reduce the amount of plastic they use, you’ve done your bit.

Remember, we all have the power to make a difference and it’s better if you do little than nothing at all.

 

Tags: coast mother earth ocean plastic

Leave A Comment Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

HHW Banner

Food for Your Soul – A Column

Breaking the Fear Algorithm: Uncovering Media Manipulation and Finding Emotional Freedom

Recently, I observed how social media manipulates our emotions to keep us engaged, sparking my desire to delve deeper into this calculated strategy. Read more →

The Inner Mirror: Discovering the Depths of Self-Trust

If you want to learn to trust yourself, you have to go on a journey deep within to face your fears and to learn to love yourself on the way. Read more →

Emotions as a Pathway of Inner Awakening

By going within and recognizing your inner landscape via deep introspection, you can embark on a journey toward inner transformation. Read more →

Newsletter Signup

* indicates required

justbreathemag

An online magazine by @healinghotels created to change minds, habits & hearts 💛
#HealingIsLove #Health #Wellbeing
Click below for all articles ⬇️

Just Breathe - A Wellbeing Magazine
🔮 Unlock Your Energy, Unlock Your Joy! Ever fee 🔮 Unlock Your Energy, Unlock Your Joy! Ever feel drained for no reason? Your energy flow could be out of sync.When your energy moves freely, you feel grounded, inspired, and calm. When it’s blocked? Stress, fatigue, and emotional overwhelm take over.Try this reset:
✨ Take 3 deep breaths
✨ Repeat: “I am calm. I am in flow.”
✨ Ground yourself—go barefoot in nature, soak up sunlightMastering your energy is simpler than you think—and it’s the key to lasting happiness. 🌿📖 Read the full article by @christywhitmanofficial via the link in bio.#EnergyFlow #StressRelief #MindBodyBalance #JustBreatheMag #ChristyWhitman #InnerPeace #VibrationMatters #WellbeingJourney #HealingEnergy
What if everything we’ve been told about Friday What if everything we’ve been told about Friday the 13th is wrong?The number 13 was once sacred—deeply connected to the moon, the cycles of nature, and the Divine Feminine. 🌕✨It’s time to rewrite the narrative and reclaim its ancient power. 🔥Beautifully written by @larajday 💫
Read the full article—link in bio.#FridayThe13th #DivineFeminine #Sacred13 #AncientWisdom #ReclaimTheFeminine #LunarCycles #SpiritualAwakening #JustBreatheMag
🌊 Surrendering to the Ocean 🌊From childho 🌊 Surrendering to the Ocean 🌊From childhood bike rides by the beach to silent moments with his father by the shore, @mrmikedelarocha reflects on the sacred lessons of nature, community, and surrendering to the present moment.⁠
⁠
This essay is a powerful reminder that healing doesn’t happen in isolation—it happens when we return to the earth, to each other, and to ourselves.⁠
⁠
✨ Tap the link in our bio to this deeply personal essay.
⁠
#Surrendering #SacredLessons #MikeDeLaRocha #HealingInNature #SurfAndSoul #CommunityHealing #SpiritualGrowth #JustBreatheMag #JustBreathe
🌿✨ A Dharmic Journey in the Heart of Nature ✨🌿Step into the healing embrace of the Swiss Alps, where crystal-clear rivers, ancient forests, and sacred ceremonies guide you back to your true essence. 🌊🔥🌬️🌍🌌Join a powerful dharmic journey through the five elements—earth, water, fire, air, and ether—to restore balance, clarity, and connection within.From cacao ceremonies and forest bathing to labyrinth walks and nourishing cuisine, every moment is designed to awaken your body, mind, and spirit.Led by the wise and soulful @christelle.chopard, this one-of-a-kind retreat invites you to breathe, feel, and realign with your dharma.🔗 Full article linked in bio
🍃 Reconnect. Realign. Renew.#DharmicJourney #NatureRetreat #HealingWithTheElements #ChristelleChopard #WellnessRetreat #SpiritualJourney #YogaRetreat #SwitzerlandRetreat #ReconnectWithNature #ElementalHealing #JustBreathe #JustBreatheMag
🌙 Struggling with restful sleep? Discover these 🌙 Struggling with restful sleep? Discover these powerful bedtime affirmations by wellness expert @shannonkaiserwrites to calm your mind and invite peace:✨ I fill up my cup with self-love and it balances me.
✨ I rid myself of negative thoughts to purify my mind and body.
✨ I invite positive energy to flow through my body.
✨ I let go of the day.
✨ I heal what I am willing to reveal.
✨ I conclude my day with love in my heart.Incorporate these affirmations into your nightly routine to release negativity and embrace tranquility for a rejuvenating night’s sleep.🔗 Find the full article in our bio!💬 Which affirmation speaks to you the most? Drop a 🌙 in the comments if you’re ready for peaceful nights!#SleepWell #Mindfulness #SelfLove #PositiveEnergy #LetGo #Healing #PeacefulNights #Affirmations #JustBreatheMag
Load More... Follow on Instagram

About JustBreatheMag

Just Breathe is an online magazine that was created to change minds, habits and hearts on the most important and current topics: health and wellbeing.

Powered by

Healing Hotels of the World Logo

Popular Tags

ageing anxiety Ayurveda balance beauty consciousness coronavirus detox diet DIY fear Fitness five elements gratitude happiness healing Healing Hotels HEALING SUMMIT health healthy nutrition inspiration intention Life lifestyle love me-time Meditation mental health mindfulness new year nutrition podcast recipe self-love self-reflection self care sleep spirituality stress sustainability transformation Travel weight loss wellbeing yoga

Behind the Scenes

  • Article Submission
  • About Us
  • Contact

Newsletter Signup

* indicates required
Legal Info | Privacy Policy | Terms & Conditions | Cookie Settings