<![CDATA[HBW Community]]> https://habitsforabetterworld.bettermode.io Bettermode RSS Generator Sun, 21 Jun 2026 20:15:41 GMT Sun, 21 Jun 2026 20:15:41 GMT 60 <![CDATA[Final Reflection & Feedback]]> https://habitsforabetterworld.bettermode.io/plastics-detox-challenge-n6taxnoo/post/final-reflection-feedback-tr6MMd3QPsK3P61 https://habitsforabetterworld.bettermode.io/plastics-detox-challenge-n6taxnoo/post/final-reflection-feedback-tr6MMd3QPsK3P61 Fri, 08 May 2026 13:57:11 GMT As we've wrapped the Plastic Waste Challenge, we’d love to check in and hear about your experience! Since starting the challenge, have you noticed any changes in your habits, awareness, or daily routines? Your responses will help us understand the impact of the challenge and shape future sustainability initiatives. Thank you for being part of this journey!

We’d also love to hear more! Describe your experience with the challenge in the comments below.

]]> <![CDATA[Saw this on my can of Liquid Death]]> https://habitsforabetterworld.bettermode.io/discussion-t1ptqrqh/post/saw-this-on-my-can-of-liquid-death-JtWUIecuEQWYrBH https://habitsforabetterworld.bettermode.io/discussion-t1ptqrqh/post/saw-this-on-my-can-of-liquid-death-JtWUIecuEQWYrBH Sat, 25 Apr 2026 00:40:21 GMT First time drinking this water. Was pretty good! Even better—the message.

]]> <![CDATA[Happy Earth Day]]> https://habitsforabetterworld.bettermode.io/plastics-detox-challenge-n6taxnoo/post/happy-earth-day-hQRsHYmxRtHs45y https://habitsforabetterworld.bettermode.io/plastics-detox-challenge-n6taxnoo/post/happy-earth-day-hQRsHYmxRtHs45y Wed, 22 Apr 2026 17:32:51 GMT Congrats to everyone here for joining this! Whether you made swaps or not, you signed up for daily reminders and took a step towards better behavior.

Thanks for being a part of this!

]]> <![CDATA[Our first Reel]]> https://habitsforabetterworld.bettermode.io/discussion-t1ptqrqh/post/our-first-reel-9nIL92Q6xUMzyCv https://habitsforabetterworld.bettermode.io/discussion-t1ptqrqh/post/our-first-reel-9nIL92Q6xUMzyCv Mon, 20 Apr 2026 14:38:27 GMT Get a kick out of our first video reel on insta! Let us know what you think, do you get the message? Have you seen the Subtle Foreshadowing trend before?

https://www.instagram.com/reel/DXW1xtqEX9z/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

]]> <![CDATA[🌱 Unexpected win from a bread delivery]]> https://habitsforabetterworld.bettermode.io/discussion-t1ptqrqh/post/unexpected-win-from-a-bread-delivery-9fGbSGzOkJ2Ln7D https://habitsforabetterworld.bettermode.io/discussion-t1ptqrqh/post/unexpected-win-from-a-bread-delivery-9fGbSGzOkJ2Ln7D Wed, 15 Apr 2026 18:39:13 GMT We recently ordered from a Wildgrain subscription (gluten-free bread, pasta, pastries), and I had one of those wait… this is actually really cool moments.

The ice packs they ship with?

They’re not just reusable. They’re plant food!

Instead of tossing them, you can:

✂️ Cut them open

🌿 Pour the gel into your plants

💧 And it actually nourishes the soil

No waste. No weird chemicals. Just… repurposed into something useful.

It got me thinking about how many small design decisions like this exist that we don’t even notice, and how powerful they can be. This wasn’t something I went looking for. It just showed up as part of an everyday experience.

👉 It made the “sustainable choice” the easy choice.

I’m curious:

  • Have you seen anything like this before?

  • What’s a small, unexpected product or habit that changed how you think about waste or sustainability?

Sometimes the most impactful shifts aren’t big lifestyle overhauls. They’re these tiny, almost invisible pivots that make better choices feel natural.

]]> <![CDATA[The Plastic Detox Documentary - Netflix]]> https://habitsforabetterworld.bettermode.io/plastics-detox-challenge-n6taxnoo/post/the-plastic-detox-documentary---netflix-n29Jr1MbGeSS4HJ https://habitsforabetterworld.bettermode.io/plastics-detox-challenge-n6taxnoo/post/the-plastic-detox-documentary---netflix-n29Jr1MbGeSS4HJ Mon, 13 Apr 2026 18:07:43 GMT Plastics are the cause of infertility due to the endocrine disrupting chemical compounds used in practically anywhere.

This documentary follows 6 couples and Dr. Shanna Swan, a renowned environmental and reproductive epidemiologist.

The impact that this documentary delivers is mind-blowing and certainly worth a second look in your home on how to eliminate plastics from your life. Convenience at the expense of our health is no longer an option. What do you think?

The trailer: https://www.netflix.com/ca/title/82074244

]]> <![CDATA[✨ Day 7 – Plastic Detox Challenge Wrap-Up]]> https://habitsforabetterworld.bettermode.io/plastics-detox-challenge-n6taxnoo/post/day-7---plastic-detox-challenge-wrap-up-MlkfeoMSosJYhpf https://habitsforabetterworld.bettermode.io/plastics-detox-challenge-n6taxnoo/post/day-7---plastic-detox-challenge-wrap-up-MlkfeoMSosJYhpf Mon, 13 Apr 2026 04:39:10 GMT 👀 Six weeks, many small actions — and you’ve built momentum, noticed plastic in your life, and tried swaps that add up to real change.

💡 Make the habit stick. Choose one action to continue next month — whether it’s a reusable cup, kitchen swap, personal care product, or microplastic-conscious food choice. We’ll still be here, making small efforts that add up.

✨ Households that keep 3–4 key swaps consistently can avoid thousands of single-use plastics per year, reduce microplastic exposure, and save money on food, drinks, and personal care.

]]> <![CDATA[✨ Day 7 – Week Wrap-Up: Momentum & Self Wins]]> https://habitsforabetterworld.bettermode.io/plastics-detox-challenge-n6taxnoo/post/day-7---week-wrap-up-momentum-self-wins-yucUx2pMJRZAtDV https://habitsforabetterworld.bettermode.io/plastics-detox-challenge-n6taxnoo/post/day-7---week-wrap-up-momentum-self-wins-yucUx2pMJRZAtDV Mon, 13 Apr 2026 04:35:07 GMT 👀 This week was less about new swaps and more about making what you’ve already tried automatic. That’s where habits stick.

Even small repeated actions help you:
• Save money by avoiding disposable cutlery, lids, and snack wrappers 💰
• Keep food fresher and reduce clutter 🧘‍♀️
• Reduce stress knowing you’re always prepared
• Trigger other eco-friendly behaviors automatically 🌱

💡 Repeating portable swaps consistently can save you money, while giving the bonus of less mental load and more convenience.

]]> <![CDATA[🧩 Day 6 – Unusual Portable Swap]]> https://habitsforabetterworld.bettermode.io/plastics-detox-challenge-n6taxnoo/post/day-6---unusual-portable-swap-WKe6ABnbcWiac70 https://habitsforabetterworld.bettermode.io/plastics-detox-challenge-n6taxnoo/post/day-6---unusual-portable-swap-WKe6ABnbcWiac70 Mon, 13 Apr 2026 04:27:58 GMT 👀 This week is also about finding new angles on old habits. Even small tweaks can boost consistency and enjoyment.
Examples:
• Mini reusable coffee filters ☕
• Small sauce jar 🫙
• Foldable cup 🥤
• Collapsible travel spork 🍽️

💡 Tiny action: Try one unusual swap.

✨ Fun stat: Introducing one unusual portable swap a week can trigger a cascade of 2–3 other plastic-conscious choices over time.

]]> <![CDATA[👥 Day 5 – Social Nudges for Tiny Habits]]> https://habitsforabetterworld.bettermode.io/plastics-detox-challenge-n6taxnoo/post/day-5---social-nudges-for-tiny-habits-46Y8H1P4cEi9yHV https://habitsforabetterworld.bettermode.io/plastics-detox-challenge-n6taxnoo/post/day-5---social-nudges-for-tiny-habits-46Y8H1P4cEi9yHV Mon, 13 Apr 2026 04:24:02 GMT 👀 Habits stick faster when someone else reinforces them.

💡 Tiny action: Invite a friend, colleague, or family member to try the same portable swap or politely decline plastic together.

✨ Surprising insight: Studies show that people are 30–40% more likely to repeat a habit if someone they know is doing it too.

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