there is more you can do. The Garbage Patch is only an example out of many issues on this planet. Therefore I would like to go beyond the issue of garbage patches. Because if you care about this planet and want to to pass on the best for future generations, the change in behavior is more sophisticated. The following more general actions will benefit every one, including you:
Use your intelligence; you are smart enough to understand what is sustainable
Refuse, reduce, reuse and recycle
Refuse plastic as much as you can. Less is more. Less stuff is more happiness, truly!
Reduce your need for plastic items by choosing for sustainable alternatives
Reuse plastic once you have plastic items
Recycle plastic. All major countries are recycling plastic. Actually your community will receive money for recycling plastic instead of paying for waste. It is not uncommon that the traditional method is more beneficial for public officials; please be aware!