I really appreciate this prompt because it is something I have been thinking about a lot lately.
For me, the answer comes easily, and it is one I am guilty of myself. Single-use plastics, things like Keurig cups and water bottles. I know I want to be a good steward of my home, my body, and our earth. And yet, time and again, I choose convenience over the more intentional care required to do better.
That choice says something uncomfortable. It suggests that caring for us as a whole does not always weigh as much as my desire for the quick and easy way. I am not proud of that, but I recognize it. And I am far from alone. The cost of these choices is mounting as many of us make them, often without much pause.
Perhaps this small confession does more than simply acknowledge the problem. Maybe it nudges me toward action instead of just consideration. Yes, it would be nice if things that harm us more than they help us had never been invented. Just as it would be nice if I more consistently chose alternatives that do not add to the growing burden single-use plastics bring.
For now, I am noticing the tension, between what I value and what I reach for, and allowing that awareness to linger. Sometimes, that is where change begins.
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I absolutely have no idea what I would “un-invent.” I know what you said is absolutely correct, and I admire your honesty. I don’t always like to self-reflect, but I know it is so important for growth. You are a great example!
The first thought was Social Media. The anger and meanness is so prevalent right now that I find myself becoming intrenched in it. But GOD is so good as just as I was thinking this I was able to go to a wonderful Church service on-line and I so needed that. I wouldn’t have been able to get that much needed message had there not been Facebook.
It’s not the Social Media as much as it is the hearts of people and remembering to look to HIM. How I respond and think of things isn’t the responsibility of others, it’s solely mine. I need to remember to take any unrest I feel to God as he’s always willing and even eager for me to chat with him.
Thank you sweet Charli for this question and for helping use my mind to actually think for a change.
Thank you for responding to the prompts with me. Even more than that, I appreciate you bringing light to the goodness of God and the importance of spending time with Him, and the wonderful church service.
Oh and the toxicity and vitriol is sad. I’m trying hard not to get caught up in it too, being intentional but still… I totally understand!