Aliya chats with Krystina Jarvis, an inspiring friend that she met during her time in undergrad. After completing a zoology degree at The Ohio State University, Krystina pursued a Master’s in conservation biology where she discovered the world of zero-waste. Join to learn how and why her focus of conservation shifted from large-scale research science to a focus on sustainable living for individuals.

Krystina shares with us the basic concepts of the zero waste movement and why it became her biggest passion. Now as a small-business owner, she hopes to empower people to take action and  support a more conscious and sustainable world. Using scientific evidence and vulnerability to form genuine connections with her customer community (EcoWarriors), Krystina describes how her passion and purpose-driven business has changed her life and inspires her to be a part of what she hopes the world can transform into.
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EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:

[13:44] The main concepts of zero-waste lifestyle, and the differences of it being done on an individual level and a societal level. 

[22:46] “We’re arguing with each other about who needs to make the changes, rather than just doing what we can, when we can, where we can” -KJ

[37:24] “What did you envision or hope for when you created A Drop in the Ocean?” - AS 

[45:38] The purpose of Krystina’s EcoWarrior community serves and what value it brings

[50:51] “What are some of the most meaningful moments or opportunities that you maybe wouldn't have gotten to experience…if you had pursued any other path?” - AS

[59:17] “What are you most proud of since pursuing this path?” - AS

[1:08:23] “Being very intentional with the people that we surround ourselves with both online and offline, and listening without the intention of responding or reacting” - KJ

[1:10:11] How to get in touch with Krystina and A Drop in the Ocean 

[1:13:17] Rapid fire questions

[1:16:16] Key takeaways

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SHOW NOTES

- Ellen Macarthur Foundation 

- 6 R’s of zero waste 

- Zero waste challenge at the Columbus Zoo

- Blue Mind by Wallace J Nichols 

How to get in touch with Krystina and her zero-waste shop:

Adropintheoceanshop.com

@adropintheoceanshop - IG, TikTok, Pinterest

A Drop in the Ocean EcoWarrior Pod - Facebook

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