Imagine pouring your heart and soul into a project only to have it destroyed in an instant. That's what one Reddit user shared after their neighbor mowed down a garden of 6,000 seeds.
"That's not generosity. That's power misused," the gardener wrote, explaining that the neighbor believed he was performing an act of kindness.
In reality, the garden was an escape for the user, who had been struggling with mental health. The garden gave them a reason to go outside, and they planned to donate cucumbers to a local homeless center.
Disputes like these highlight a real barrier for those trying to live a more eco-friendly life. In these instances, a good first step is to communicate with the neighbor and understand each other's viewpoints.
When navigating issues with neighbors, try to keep the conversation respectful and calm to avoid escalating the problem. Simple solutions like putting up a fence or signage may be all that's needed.
Gardening remains one of the most rewarding environmental hacks for accessing healthy food while lowering heat-trapping pollution. It keeps you active and outdoors without the harmful air pollution that comes from driving to the grocery store. It can also save you money on overpriced fruits and vegetables.
Gardening helps keep pesticides and harmful chemicals out of your food. Chemicals such as PFAS — which are linked to cancer, infertility, and other health risks — can be avoided.
Gardening is great for getting some physical activity into your day. It also benefits your mental well-being, as the gardener in the Reddit post mentioned struggling with. A study from Michigan State University found that gardening boosts feelings of nurturance, accomplishment, and pride.
Furious fellow gardeners flooded the comment section.
One user wrote, "He knew what he was doing. He purposely mowed down your garden because he didn't like it."
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Another added, "This would start World War III for me."
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