The March for Science is Over, Now What?

On Earth Day my boyfriend, Todd, and I went to the March for Science in Madison, Wisconsin and it was a fantastic weekend. Perfect weather all weekend, and we also had the chance to do sightseeing around the area over the weekend while seeing a few friends! The actual march was quite exhilarating, knowing we were among others who had a passion for science and the environment and listening to the inspirational speeches at the end of the march. One of the speakers was Tia Nelson, the daughter of Earth Day founder Gaylord Nelson, with a great message for all in attendance. Our signs were a big hit, my goal was to make them bright and three-dimensional to draw attention to the message and theme of my poster. 

Madison, WI March for Science

After the march, Todd asked me, "Now what can we do?"
We are both in a way 'scientists,' as we both have a degree in the biology/ecology-related fields and both have jobs with conservation and environmental restoration work. We both try to live sustainably and have a genuine care for natural areas, but even we don't have the answer as to how can we get others to live like us and care about science.

Well, I didn't really have an answer. I had some ideas and we both talked about ways how we can improve ourselves, but it's difficult to transfer our behaviors to others. For now, I write blogs and express suggestions to be sustainable and appreciate nature for anyone and everyone to read over via social media. My ultimate goal is transparency. I am learning to make videos and use as many of my real life experiences as I can to motivate others to be environmentally conscious. And I can say that at the time of my life when that was hardest to do (i.e. a broke college student with very little free time) I was the most sustainable.

Now what? Improve yourself first. Use your sustainable lifestyle as a story to share with others, it will make it easier when others are resistant to change or have questions. Then, share your story. Inspire others.