Which green topics are the most popular for discussion?
When it comes to green topics, some get people talking more than others. Case in point, Tree Hugging Family has been around for almost two years, we’ve had around 1,300 posts and about 5,500 comments. However, the comments that folks leave tend to be in huge groups on specific posts. It’s not well-rounded, and oddly, doesn’t always represent the most popular posts overall here, although, it does show what tree hugging families like to discuss.
In case you’re curious, and because I thought it might be entertaining, the following posts are the green topics that have created some lively (or just plain popular) discussions here at Tree Hugging Family…
Ah global warming – not only does everyone have an opinion, but people have cranky opinions. Fun.
People LOVE baby turtles, soap, and Tree Hugging Baby Names.
People REALLY LOVE homemade sugar scrub.
Peggy sounds off about how Palmolive eco+ Gel Dishwasher Detergent is greenwashing and everyone has something to say about it, including me.
32 Unique Homemade Popsicle Recipes & Ideas – this post resulted in a ton of comments, many with helpful extra tips.
We all hate Dixie paper product commercials and overly priced green goods.
Bring up female green period options and just see what happens in the comments!
I can’t believe people have so much to say about dryer sheets.
Seven Evil Ways I Harm the Planet – turns out I’m not the only one.
25 safe, non-toxic, homemade cleaners – this post has had a ton of comments, some questions, but many are cool helpful hints from readers so very worth a read.
Should we Raid spiders? Readers come up with other options that I won’t try.
People have super mixed emotions about Seventh Generation dish powder.
Eco-friendly ways to reward kids – cool post, cool comments.
Surprisingly people have a lot of opinions about reusable coffee filters.
Homeschooling goes illegal and everyone chimes in.
I really like our chats about consumerism, for example, on posts like If you’re so against having stuff, then why show all these products on this blog?,
This kitty litter post got more comments than we thought it would.
Of course there are other posts with many comments, these are just the ones that come to mind. Check some of them out and contribute your own thoughts in the comments.
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Hi Jennifer,
Thanks for posting all this great information in one place! Being new to your blog, this post gave me a chance to check out conversations I had missed, plus find really useful information. For example:
I have ordered reusable menstrual pads from Lola’s Loft on Etsy. I sympathize those who thought this idea was gross, but I think it’s really quite a natural way to experience your period and I’m glad to be trying them.
I loved your “Seven Evil Ways I Harm the Planet” post. I hadn’t realized that I was creating a stereotype of you in my head until I read this post. In fact, I almost didn’t read the post because I thought for sure your “sins” would be things like, “in 1976 I threw a recyclable can into the trash,” lol! Sorry, for making assumptions, and thanks for letting us know that really, you’re doing the same thing we’re all trying to do, take care of the earth as best we can. We all have our downfalls in this endeavor, and I think the fact that we can recognize and admit to these downfalls is the first step in turning them into strengths. I think people become discouraged from even starting to become more earth friendly because they know they can’t do it 100%. So it is good look at weaknesses as an opportunity for growth rather then a as barrier.
I appreciated the Seventh Generation dishwashing powder review post. My hubby and I are trying to find something that’s eco-friendly in the dishwasher. We’ve used Ecover and have found it to leave dirt and a film. I’ll try adding vinegar to the next wash and see if that helps.
I’ll use the eco-friendly kids rewards tips with my 14-year-old stepson, who is moving in with us in September to attend the high school his dad teaches at.
I got a lot of helpful info from the debate on coffee filters. I don’t drink it, but my hubby does everyday.
Great roundup, might be a good idea to do this on a regular basis if you don’t already!
Karen.