steps in the right direction

One of the many reasons that I decided to enroll in this class was that I wanted to learn more about the meaning of being sustainable and how to live a more sustainable life. As of now, I think of being sustainable as taking and using only what is necessary and saving and reusing whenever possible. There are many things that I associate with sustainability such as recycling, using energy efficient light bulbs, saving water, and eating a vegetarian diet. However, I think sustainability is much bigger than just the actions we take (that's not to discount any of those actions because they are all great steps in the right direction). I suppose sustainability is very similar to responsibility in that we, as humans, are responsible for taking care of the environment and our earth. That is, it is our responsibility to be sustainable in order to save the earth for future generations. Thus, sustainability is a philosophy that encompasses our thoughts, actions, and values. It's a way of life.