{"title":"Reading","description":"\u003cp\u003eCheck out our collection of books on plastic-free and balanced living.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"vivre-sans-plastique-des-outils-ecologiques-a-notre-portee","title":"Vivre sans plastique: Des outils écologiques à notre portée","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe bestselling book that's changing lives and positively impacting the environment around the world is now available in French, and with updated material! \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVivre Sans Plastique: Des outils écologiques à notre portée was written by the founders of Life Without Plastic, Chantal Plamondon and Jay Sinha (translated from English by Marianne Champagne). It is a handy and accessible distillation of well over a decade of learning and educating about the issue and finding more and better ways to live without plastic. This book is a deeply researched and tested mix of science, practical action and activism -- tons of tips and tools for minimizing plastic across all aspects of life.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis fun guide and engaging story meets you and feeds you wherever you are: brand new to the issue or a seasoned plastic-free living expert. It is a powerful gift that keeps on giving - and yes, many have told us it has changed their lives.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eABOUT THE BOOK\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVivre sans plastique has been beautifully published in French by Les Éditions Écosociété and is divided into eight parts:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eINTRODUCTION\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCHAPITRE 1 - CERNER LE PROBLÈME : Notre campagne pour une vie sans plastique\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCHAPITRE 2 - LE GUIDE PARETO POUR UNE VIE SANS PLASTIQUE : Guide de démarrage rapide et ultra simple\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCHAPITRE 3 - CONNAÎTRE LES PLASTIQUE ET LEURS SUBSTITUTS : Nos cerveaux plastiques : origines et composition du plastique\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCHAPITRE 4 - ASSAINIR SON CHEZ-SOI : Éliminer le plastique de son espace de vie \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCHAPITRE 5 - VIVRE SANS PLASTIQUE : En déplacement\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCHAPITRE 6 - PROMOUVOIR UN MODE DE VIE SANS PLASTIQUE : Auprès de sa famille, ses amis et ses collègues\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCONCLUSION - POUR UNE VIE CIRCULAIRE SANS PLASTIQUE.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDigital version available here: https:\/\/ecosociete.org\/livres\/vivre-sans-plastique\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou can watch a little video about the book here (https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/ecosociete\/videos\/1386045778235322\/) . \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe book is also available in English, Italian (https:\/\/www.sonda.it\/Catalogo\/Libri\/7-654\/Vivere-felici-senza-plastica\/) , Japanese (https:\/\/www.nhk-book.co.jp\/detail\/000000817782019.html) , Czech, Slovak, and Korean and Mandarin are on the way. If you know of other foreign language publishers who may be interested in publishing this bestselling practical guide to living without plastic, please let us know by sending an e-mail to info@lifewithoutplastic.mom. As well, if you have a store or know of a store that would like to carry the book, let us know and we can put you in touch with our distributors, Macmillan in the US and internationally, and The Canadian Manda Group in Canada.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eABOUT THE AUTHORS:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChantal and Jay are the founders of the online shop and information resource Life Without Plastic. They live in Wakefield, Quebec, Canada. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChantal and Jay are always available for speaking engagements, book readings and signings, book festivals. If you have a suggestion, feel free to contact us at any time by e-mail (info@lifewithoutplastic.mom) or telephone (1-888-898-0369 or 1-819-957-0712).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhat others are saying about Vivre sans plastique:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e« Les deux auteurs sont vraiment des pionniers dans le mode de vie sans plastique [...] si vous voulez faire une démarche, vraiment, je vous conseille ce guide là [...] « ...c'est la bible, vous avez tout là-dedans. »\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Isabelle Craig, à propos du guide pratique Vivre sans plastique, 30 octobre 2019, Radio-Canada Première (Tout un matin)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e***\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e« Samedi, 7h30. Mon thé du Labrador bu et mon muffin avalé, j'entreprends donc un grand ménage. Premier objectif: faire le bilan de ce qui est constitué de plastique dans ma maison, et progressivement le remplacer par des objets plus durables qui ne libèrent pas d'émanations toxiques et qui ne sont pas des perturbateurs endocriniens. C'est que j'ai lu Vivre sans plastique, un guide de conseils pratiques très clairs combiné à des recherches fouillées et vulgarisées, publié chez Écosociété par un couple américain (Chantal Plamondon et Jay Sinha) qui a pris le virage zéro plastique. On y détaille les différentes sortes de plastique, ceux qui se récupèrent et ceux dont la vie utile n'est que d'une seule utilisation, on propose des solutions de rechange à chaque objet de plastique, mais surtout, on propose au lecteur d'y aller à son rythme, de changer ici et là quelques petites habitudes de consommation à la fois, le tout en étant maintenant bien informé et en sortant enfin des ouï-dire. Cet ouvrage est réellement un incontournable. »\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Josée-Anne Paradis (Revue Les Libraires, #115, octobre-novembre 2019)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e***\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Eliminating plastics is a core step of waste-free living. This guide will not only make the planet and your family healthier, it will improve your standard of living so greatly that all you'll regret is not having started earlier!\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Bea Johnson, author of Zero Waste Home\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e***\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Chantal and Jay are researchers like myself, but rather than doing research on the vagrant plastic trash in the ocean, they research alternatives to plastic so that I won't find it at sea. Life Without Plastic is must read for the plastic conscious consumer.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Captain Charles Moore, founder and research director, Algalita Marine Research and Education\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e***\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Radiating a plastic free lifestyle and sharing this with family and friends can be a wacky fun worthwhile challenge. We must break free from plastic and fossil fuels, because plastic pollutes us, animals, the ocean, waterways and the planet. Onward towards a plastic free planet!\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Dianna Cohen, CEO\/co-founder Plastic Pollution Coalition\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e***\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"I thought I knew a lot about cutting down on single use plastic, but Jay and Chantal's book, Life Without Plastic, has given me hope for what is possible in eliminating this toxic threat from our lives. After reading it, I'm upping the ante with cotton sandwich bags, a steel dip container, and a tiffin! Who knew I needed a tiffin! I'm much closer to my goal of a plastic free life, owing to this wonderful book.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Ed Begley, Jr., actor and sustainable living expert\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e***\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"As the Co-Founders of The 5 Gyres Institute, we have had a chance to witness the impacts of plastic pollution globally, covering a quarter of our planets surface in a plastic smog that threatens marine wildlife, and ultimately our own health. What we now need are actionable solutions that everyday people can take to reduce their plastic footprint. Jay and Chantal's wonderful book provides a clear roadmap for protecting our families, our oceans, and our personal health from the dangers of single use plastic. Were thrilled to see Life Without Plastic out in the world!\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Anna Cummins \u0026amp; Marcus Eriksen, co-founders, The 5 Gyres Institute\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e***\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Chantal and Jay have given us a startling reality check. They give us a compelling map for our personal responsibility. Read Life Without Plastic. Get informed. Take action!\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Joel Solomon, investor, convenor and author of The Clean Money Revolution\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e***\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Jay and Chantal are people who paddle out to turn the tide regardless of the waves ahead. They are the impetus for positive change, inspiring our small coastal village Bahia Ballena - Uvita, Costa Rica, a high-profile coastal tourism destination that hosts up to 170,000 visitors annually, to enact a destination-wide plastic-free initiative. Their book Life Without Plastic is the how-to-guide that will allow you to ride the plastic free wave of change we all sorely need.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Travis Bays, founder Bodhi Surf + Yoga, 1st B Corp Certified surf and yoga camp in the world\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e***\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Forget the title! You don't have to be seeking a life without plastic to get a lot out of this book. It's a fantastic resource for anyone concerned about the overwhelming place plastic holds in modern life.\"--\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Susan Freinkel, author, Plastic: A Toxic Love Story\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e***\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"For seven years I've been on a journey to live close to zero waste and to reduce the amount of plastic in my life, especially single use, disposable plastic. It is a challenge to keep up these practices indefinitely, especially in a society so immersed in plastic and the throw-away lifestyle. Over the last few years plastic has managed to sneak back into my life in ways that I had already rid myself of it. This book, Life Without Plastic, has re-invigorated my desire to live a life without plastic. Plus, it has given me a deeper understanding of exactly what plastic is, the many types of plastic, the human harm it can cause and the impact it has on our world. After finishing just the first chapter I was already going through all of my stuff and sifting out the plastic that had creeped back into my life and wasn't serving me well!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe book is written in a manner that can be read by someone fully immersed in the plastic life that wants to make their first change, or by someone like myself who is well on their way to a life without plastic, or anywhere in between. It is non-preaching, non-judgmental, meets us all where we are, and guides us into a happier, healthier and more sustainable life without plastic.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Rob Greenfield, adventurer, activist, humanitarian and author of Dude Making a Difference\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e***\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Life Without Plastic is a pertinent and useful guide to living mindfully in the Anthropocene - a human dominated planet. The Anthropocene is characterized as a new geological epoch where human influence has begun to fundamentally alter many aspects of the Earth's systems. Human influence on the planet and its functioning is widespread and spreading, such that no biome of the Earth's surface is free from interactions with humanity. Plastic debris is a pervasive anthropogenic contaminant, identified in marine ecosystems across the globe, and recognized as a serious global environmental concern.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhen undertaking my first ever Plastic Tides Stand Up Paddleboard expedition around Bermuda, I was disheartened to see a juxtaposition of amazing marine life and disgusting waste. While enjoying the fresh sea breeze and gazing at turquoise water I was shocked to encounter fish, turtles and seabirds nibbling on plastic as if it was seaweed.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhile Christian, Gordon and I were already mindful of waste, energy use and the importance of sustainably sourced food, this 2014 expedition prompted us to seriously limit our single-use plastic consumption. Our friends at Life Without Plastic offer a wide array of solutions, from sporks to metal lunchboxes to zero-waste coffee brewers. Chantal and Jay's amazing catalogue of useful objects have enabled us to kick-start our own plastic-free lifestyles. The couple's new book - Life Without Plastic - provides a helpful guide to encourage those around us to reduce waste and plastic consumption. Indeed, becoming a plastic-free hero capable of fitting an entire year's worth of rubbish into a jar certainly doesn't happen overnight! This book provides thoughtful information to help families plan ahead and change one step at a time - from lunch packing gear to sports equipment.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Céline Jennison, co-founder, Plastic Tides\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eADDITIONAL INFORMATION:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eISBN: 978-2-89719-536-6\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCountry of Manufacture: Canada.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHealth and Environment: BPA-free, phthalate-free, PVC-free and lead-free.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePackaging: None.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"2024 LWP Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45072071000263,"sku":"LWP-BKLWOP-FR-UN","price":24.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0670\/0056\/5959\/files\/0863b6c8-e719-5599-a6a9-37641374aec4.jpg?v=1746300980"},{"product_id":"book-masala-morning-rituals-nourishing-your-body-mind-and-soul-signed-by-author","title":"Book - Masala Morning Rituals: Nourishing Your Body, Mind and Soul -- Signed by Author!","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis book will help you get into your plastic-free living flow...\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCreate your morning flow, and help your life flow. It can be that simple. When you consciously feed the core elements of your being-body, mind, and soul-with awareness and meaning as you start the day, you are primed to live your best self. Every day. Even when life and the world may be challenging you like never before.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"MASALA\" refers to a mixture of spices, and that's exactly what this book is. In Masala Morning Rituals, Life Without Plastic co-founder Jay Sinha leads you through 21 lovingly curated rituals (and numerous sub-rituals)-and these are spices to choose from when creating your own personal morning ritual. All of the suggested rituals are intended to be plastic-free.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis book is an exercise in FLOW and aims to guide you through tried-and-true rituals, all of which are designed to keep you attuned and connected to life from the very moment you wake. Accompanying throughout are numerous diverse folks Jay has interviewed over the years, who share their fascinating, powerful, and sometimes bizarre morning rituals. It's a flow of beautiful stories about practices everyday people are doing to improve their lives.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhether it's screenless eye hygiene, liquid love, gentle movement, meditating into mindfulness, deep creativity, or proactive planning, there is something meaningful and spicy here for every single body, mind, and soul. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf you are familiar with the rich and inspiring morning routine and ritual work of Hal Elrod, Robin Sharma, Tim Ferris, and others, Masala Morning Rituals will feed your life in completely new ways. It approaches the morning as a time of magical, mystical potential, and there is no one-size-fits-all technique for maximizing your morning flow. When it comes to morning rituals, you must engage your soul to mindfully create your own optimal practice and flow.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a book to help you wake up and smell the unique spices of your life - without plastic! And it is personally signed by Jay.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf you prefer to purchase the book from a different online retailer or are interested in learning more about the book and Jay, click here: http:\/\/masalamorningrituals.com\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWHAT OTHERS ARE SAYING ABOUT MASALA MORNING RITUALS:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Taking care of ourselves should be simple, but in the times we live in, caring for oneself is often made out to be incredibly complex. Through Masala Morning Rituals, Jay guides us in the simplest and most accessible manner to attain greater health for our body, mind, and soul. This book is a guide to help us to simply exist in a happier, healthier manner. It is a wonderful recipe for the good life and a better society.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e-Rob Greenfield, environmental activist robgreenfield.org\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e***\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Once you make the decision to put Jay's advice into ac- tion and do even a handful of the 21 Masala Morning Rituals, your life will never be the same. In fact, you'll find his simple suggestions will not only create more suc- cess, happiness, and good health, but you'll begin to live a flow and ease that you've never experienced before. I know this book will be a game-changer for you, as it has been for me.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e-Debra Poneman, founder and president yestosuccess.com\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e***\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Jay offers up his divine magic in curated nuggets of wisdom without judgment and with deep insight on how to shine brightly. Integrating ancient science with modern-day practices, Masala Morning Rituals gives prac- tical and possible ways to live in greater alignment. This book is like a refreshing cup of tea you want to start your day with every day.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e-Urszula Lipsztajn, leadership coach urszula.co\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e***\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Masala Morning Rituals provides a fresh and mindful way to start your day. Balance comes from practice, and it was the stories that I enjoyed the most.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e-Dr. Kevin Pottie, family physician\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e***\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Jay's book invites us all to learn ways to be grounded and connected in our lives, simply by reframing and adding intention to daily activities that we are already doing.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e-Scott Sinclair, founder and CEO sesconsulting.com\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Information:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMaterials: Paper and ink.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCountry of Manufacture: USA.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHealth and Environment: BPA-free, phthalate-free, PVC-free and lead-free.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePackaging: None.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"2024 LWP Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45072118907079,"sku":"BK-MASALAMORNINGRITUALS","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0670\/0056\/5959\/files\/992b14af-3322-56a7-949a-2bf955e8fdea.jpg?v=1746306813"},{"product_id":"book-life-without-plastic-the-practical-step-by-step-guide-to-avoiding-plastic-to-keep-your-family-and-the-planet-healthy","title":"Book - Life Without Plastic: The Practical Step-by-Step Guide to Avoiding Plastic to Keep Your Family and the Planet Healthy","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis practical, comprehensive, bestselling guide written by the co-founders of Life Without Plastic will teach you how to eliminate plastic from your everyday life and reduce your impact on the Earth.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf the book is sold out, get it on Amazon in paper or digital version (https:\/\/amzn.to\/35xpnjp) .\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eABOUT THE BOOK\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis book strives to create more awareness about BPA-based products, polystyrene and other single-use plastics, and provides readers with ideas for safe, reusable and affordable alternatives. By removing plastic from your home, you can reduce your environmental footprint, minimize threats to wildlife, support local businesses and live a healthier, simpler life. Foreward was written by Beth Terry, author of \u003cem\u003ePlastic Free: How I Kicked the Plastic Habit and How You Can Too\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn this step-by-step guide, Jay Sinha and Chantal Plamondon show readers how to analyze their personal plastic use, find alternatives and create easy replacements. Get your family healthier, spread consciousness and radiate positive, plastic-free energy by taking action to help the environment.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is divided into seven chapters:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1. Framing the Issue Through Our Plastic-Free Journey\u003cbr\u003e2. The Super Easy \"Pareto Plastic-Free Living\" Quick Start Guide\u003cbr\u003e3. Knowing Your Plastics...And the Alternatives\u003cbr\u003e4. Removing Plastic from Your Personal Space: How to Create a Healthier Home\u003cbr\u003e5. Plastic-Free Living on the Go\u003cbr\u003e6. Radiating the Plastic-Free Lifestyle\u003cbr\u003e7. Final Words: Embracing a Circular Life Without Plastic\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePrinted on FSC-certified paper and with BPA-free ink.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eABOUT THE AUTHORS\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJay Sinha and Chantal Plamondon are the founders of the online shop Life Without Plastic and live in Quebec, Canada.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eABOUT PAGE STREET PUBLISHING CO.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePage Street Publishing Co. produces large format, full-color books, packed with original photography and is distributed by Macmillan throughout the United States, sales in Canada by The Canadian Manda Group. Page Street is a proud member of 1% for the Planet and donates 1% of its annual revenue to environmental groups.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWHAT OTHERS ARE SAYING ABUT LIFEWITHOUT PLASTIC:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Eliminating plastics is a core step of waste-free living. This guide will not only make the planet and your family healthier, it will improve your standard of living so greatly that all you'll regret is not having started earlier!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Bea Johnson, author of Zero Waste Home\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e***\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Chantal and Jay are researchers like myself, but rather than doing research on the vagrant plastic trash in the ocean, they research alternatives to plastic so that I won't find it at sea. Life Without Plastic is must read for the plastic conscious consumer.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Captain Charles Moore, founder and research director, Algalita Marine Research and Education\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e***\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Radiating a plastic free lifestyle and sharing this with family and friends can be a wacky fun worthwhile challenge. We must break free from plastic and fossil fuels, because plastic pollutes us, animals, the ocean, waterways and the planet. Onward towards a plastic free planet!\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Dianna Cohen, CEO\/co-founder Plastic Pollution Coalition\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e***\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"I thought I knew a lot about cutting down on single use plastic, but Jay and Chantal's book, Life Without Plastic, has given me hope for what is possible in eliminating this toxic threat from our lives. After reading it, I'm upping the ante with cotton sandwich bags, a steel dip container, and a tiffin! Who knew I needed a tiffin! I'm much closer to my goal of a plastic free life, owing to this wonderful book.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Ed Begley, Jr., actor and sustainable living expert\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e***\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"As the Co-Founders of The 5 Gyres Institute, we have had a chance to witness the impacts of plastic pollution globally, covering a quarter of our planets surface in a plastic smog that threatens marine wildlife, and ultimately our own health. What we now need are actionable solutions that everyday people can take to reduce their plastic footprint. Jay and Chantal's wonderful book provides a clear roadmap for protecting our families, our oceans, and our personal health from the dangers of single use plastic. Were thrilled to see Life Without Plastic out in the world!\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Anna Cummins \u0026amp; Marcus Eriksen, co-founders, The 5 Gyres Institute\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e***\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Chantal and Jay have given us a startling reality check. They give us a compelling map for our personal responsibility. Read Life Without Plastic. Get informed. Take action!\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Joel Solomon, investor, convenor and author of The Clean Money Revolution\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e***\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Jay and Chantal are people who paddle out to turn the tide regardless of the waves ahead. They are the impetus for positive change, inspiring our small coastal village Bahia Ballena - Uvita, Costa Rica, a high-profile coastal tourism destination that hosts up to 170,000 visitors annually, to enact a destination-wide plastic-free initiative. Their book Life Without Plastic is the how-to-guide that will allow you to ride the plastic free wave of change we all sorely need.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Travis Bays, founder Bodhi Surf + Yoga, 1st B Corp Certified surf and yoga camp in the world\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e***\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Forget the title! You don't have to be seeking a life without plastic to get a lot out of this book. It's a fantastic resource for anyone concerned about the overwhelming place plastic holds in modern life.\"--\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Susan Freinkel, author, Plastic: A Toxic Love Story\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e***\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"For seven years I've been on a journey to live close to zero waste and to reduce the amount of plastic in my life, especially single use, disposable plastic. It is a challenge to keep up these practices indefinitely, especially in a society so immersed in plastic and the throw-away lifestyle. Over the last few years plastic has managed to sneak back into my life in ways that I had already rid myself of it. This book, Life Without Plastic, has re-invigorated my desire to live a life without plastic. Plus, it has given me a deeper understanding of exactly what plastic is, the many types of plastic, the human harm it can cause and the impact it has on our world. After finishing just the first chapter I was already going through all of my stuff and sifting out the plastic that had creeped back into my life and wasn't serving me well!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe book is written in a manner that can be read by someone fully immersed in the plastic life that wants to make their first change, or by someone like myself who is well on their way to a life without plastic, or anywhere in between. It is non-preaching, non-judgmental, meets us all where we are, and guides us into a happier, healthier and more sustainable life without plastic.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Rob Greenfield, adventurer, activist, humanitarian and author of Dude Making a Difference\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e***\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Life Without Plastic is a pertinent and useful guide to living mindfully in the Anthropocene - a human dominated planet. The Anthropocene is characterized as a new geological epoch where human influence has begun to fundamentally alter many aspects of the Earth's systems. Human influence on the planet and its functioning is widespread and spreading, such that no biome of the Earth's surface is free from interactions with humanity. Plastic debris is a pervasive anthropogenic contaminant, identified in marine ecosystems across the globe, and recognized as a serious global environmental concern.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhen undertaking my first ever Plastic Tides Stand Up Paddleboard expedition around Bermuda, I was disheartened to see a juxtaposition of amazing marine life and disgusting waste. While enjoying the fresh sea breeze and gazing at turquoise water I was shocked to encounter fish, turtles and seabirds nibbling on plastic as if it was seaweed.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhile Christian, Gordon and I were already mindful of waste, energy use and the importance of sustainably sourced food, this 2014 expedition prompted us to seriously limit our single-use plastic consumption. Our friends at Life Without Plastic offer a wide array of solutions, from sporks to metal lunchboxes to zero-waste coffee brewers. Chantal and Jay's amazing catalogue of useful objects have enabled us to kick-start our own plastic-free lifestyles. The couple's new book - Life Without Plastic - provides a helpful guide to encourage those around us to reduce waste and plastic consumption. Indeed, becoming a plastic-free hero capable of fitting an entire year's worth of rubbish into a jar certainly doesn't happen overnight! This book provides thoughtful information to help families plan ahead and change one step at a time - from lunch packing gear to sports equipment.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Céline Jennison, co-founder, Plastic Tides\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAdditional Information\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMaterials: Printed on FSC certified paper with BPA-free ink.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCountry of Manufacture: China.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHealth and Environment: BPA-free, phthalate-free, PVC-free and lead-free.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ePackaging: None.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Life Without Plastic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45072118939847,"sku":"BK-LIFEWITHOUTPLASTIC","price":21.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0670\/0056\/5959\/files\/95203956-101e-595e-bba8-5147a0914f44.png?v=1746306822"}],"url":"https:\/\/lifewithoutplastic.mom\/collections\/reading.oembed","provider":"Life Without Plastic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}