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21 Sep, 8 tweets, 2 min read
"Think Reusable" is a Girl Scout project created by San Mateo Buddhist Temple member Hailey La Monte. The goal is spreading awareness to the temple sangha about single-use products and how you can reduce your environmental footprint.
This project was inspired by the EcoSangha movement of the BCA, which promotes ecology in the Buddhist sanghas and reminds us to be mindful of our environmental impact as Buddhists. "To be a Buddhist," Hailey notes, "is to work towards helping those around us, and our planet."
Think Reusable #1: Grocery Bags!
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Think Reusable #2: Masks!
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Think Reusable #3: Gloves and Handkerchiefs!
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Think Reusable #4: Water Bottles!
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Think Reusable #5: Napkins and Paper Towels!
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Thank you, Hailey! In a picture, the Buddha re...

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20 Sep
Techno Pure Land Buddhism!

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