Why now?

We all know that using a lot of plastic is harmful to our lives. But how many of us do really know which are the effects of this action and, moreover, how can we reduce this behavior to save the life of our planet?

Before we come up with solutions, we need to know what is the problem and why should we reduce plastic consumption and then find solutions to recycle it. We all know that long definitions are boring, so let's see exactly what is the point and what is all about when we speak about this enemy who entered our lives so deeply.

The plastic appears more than 100 years ago and initially, it was used for benefic things for the whole population. Most of the objects, from the planes to the glasses and spoons were made of plastic and it made our life easier is also very cheap at the same time.

But like anything that can be produced in big quantities, soon the plastic started to play an essential role in people's lives and they were using it for everything. But why is this so bad? Well, you have probably already heard about millions of fishes and other marine creatures who died because of the plastic from the water.

If you are not such an animal lover, let me give you another news. Plastic takes 500 years until it decomposes, that means way too many years after we will be already dead and probably drowned in it.

Because of the massive consumption of the plastic, the planet begins to suffocate and we are all following it. Now that I scared you a little bit and I have made you paying attention, you are probably more interested in getting involved in pro recycling movements and want to know how you can help.

You don't even have to spend too much time so these examples require no excuse. Just have a look and see how easy can be:

• Avoid excessive use of plastic bags: I know, I know, you will probably ask me how you can make your daily shopping without having bags to put your food in. Well, because great ideas come with little steps, you can simply start by reducing the number of them. For example, if you only buy some bananas that don't necessarily require a bag, you can just avoid using a plastic bag for them. Also, next time you can bring a used plastic bag from work and place your food.
• Garbage sorting: even if in some countries this behavior is not quite promoted or taxed, it doesn't mean we have to remain careless. When we sort the garbage, the recycling process will be faster. It only takes a few seconds, I promise
• Spread awareness: If you find out about ways that can improve your life quality, don't forget to tell your family and friends too. The more we are, the much we can salve the planet. Next time when you post a cool selfie, don't forget to add information about how can we help the planet. That is cool too!
• Throwing the garbage down, not cool at all! Without any joke, throwing the garbage into the water or in any other place than the trash can is not cool, it is so bad and even dangerous. These people can be literally called criminals and be punished. Even if the trash can is not 10m in front of you, you can keep the trash until you will find one. There are so many people who throw the trash down like is no big deal but this will become a huge problem soon.

Do you think that a little bit of documentation and involvement is too much to save our lives? It is said that people are selfish creatures, but are so that selfish that we do not even care about our own environment? Even if we don't care about animals or nature, let's think at least at our won health.

It doesn't matter the reason, as long as the action is made! No matter our reasons, we all want the same thing! We all want a long and healthy life on this earth, so let's take care of it!