How to build sustainable habits that actually stick
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January is the perfect time to make small switches that last
The New Year is often all about big resolutions, but they don’t always last. In fact, most people have already given up on them by the second week of January.
That’s where we do things differently.
If you’re looking to reduce waste and live more sustainably, it’s not about doing everything at once. It’s about starting small, staying consistent, and building habits that feel good -and do good.
Why January is the best time to start
✅ You've passed the pressure zone
With “Quitters Day” behind us (that’s the second Friday in Jan, when most resolutions fade), now is the sweet spot. The pressure’s off and you can focus on real, realistic changes.
🧠 Habit-building is all about systems, not willpower
If it’s visible, easy, and satisfying, it’ll stick. Keeping a refillable bottle by your sink? That’s a habit trigger. A compostable sponge on your benchtop? Another one. Small visual cues make sustainable choices second nature.
🌿 Sustainability is a journey, not a sprint
You don’t need to overhaul your life overnight. Start with one product, one room, or one goal. It might be switching to refillable handwash, trying laundry sheets, or using fewer plastic-wrapped items in the kitchen. Progress > perfection.
5 Easy Habit Starters for a Low-Waste Year
✅ Switch to refillable handwash
Keep your bottle. Drop in a tab. Top it up with water. It takes 30 seconds, smells amazing, and helps cut plastic at the source.
✅ Try eco laundry sheets
No mess, no jug, no plastic. One sheet = one load. They’re compact, compostable, and surprisingly powerful.
✅ Make the most of your cleaning kit
Already have our multi-surface bottles? Keep them in sight so they become part of your weekly rhythm. Refill tabs dissolve in minutes.
✅ Keep your ‘eco swap box’ visible
A small storage box for your tabs, sheets or sachets near the laundry or kitchen sink helps make the habit stick.
✅ Celebrate your impact
Track how many bottles you didn’t buy this month. Every one saved is a win for you and for the planet.
💡 Good to know:
Good Choice Group products are designed for everyday use, made from plant-based ingredients, and packaged in compostable or recyclable materials. They’re simple switches that help reduce single-use plastic without overhauling your lifestyle.
What's the verdict?
January isn’t too late. It’s the perfect time to make a switch and stick with it.
Start with one habit. One product. One refill. You’ll be surprised how fast it becomes second nature.
Explore our best-selling cleaning, handwash and laundry kits to kick off your low-waste year today.