One of the lenses through which I see environmentalism is motherhood. Here are a few pieces I’ve written on the subject:
Today I have prepared for you something very special: a blog post featuring an interview with environmentalist, writer, and mother Lindsay Coulter, about eco anxiety and eco grief. I’m hoping that you find it useful, so please check out the link in my bio. 💛
I also want to say, please know that if you are dealing with eco anxiety and eco grief, those feelings are VALID 👏 and REAL. 👏 I’d even go as far as to say that it’s normal, and expected, to feel a certain degree of eco anxiety or eco grief after learning more about the state of our planet. 🌱 So what do we do? That’s what Lindsay and I discussed in the interview.
How are you feeling? Do you struggle with this? [Please note: I am not a mental health professional; I am simply sharing thoughts and ideas. If you’re suffering from anxiety or depression, please seek professional help.]
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+ bamboo toothbrush
+ simple washcloth
+ solid deodorant in a metal tin
+ DIY lotion
+ wooden comb
+ lip balm in a paper tube
+ cloths for removing eye makeup
What are your travel essentials? .
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Double tap if you choose to shop your closet! 👏 I’ve finally discovered why fashion bloggers take photos of their favourite outfits like this—and it’s not just to showcase them on Instagram! It really is fun to mix and match, create different outfits, and fall back in love with your clothes. I highly recommend it!
Don’t just flip through your clothes and declare that you have nothing to wear (I’m guilty of this!): take your clothes out of your closet, handle them, and have some fun! Pretend you’re a fancy fashion blogger. ✨😜 After all, slow fashion isn’t just about highlighting ethical brands or thrifting—it’s about repeating outfits and making the most out of the clothes you already have! These are three of my favourite outfits that I wear all the time (except of course, when I’m working from home I wear yoga pants and a hoodie—I’m not a monster!). 🤣 I’ve come to terms with my personal style: not too trendy, slightly traditional, with an occasional “girly’ detail. I’m happy with it, and it means that I’m not constantly trying to redefine my look.
What about you? Do you play with outfits in the name of “slow fashion”? What’s your personal style? 💛
PS. Let’s have some fun: if you put together a photo like this of your clothes, I’ll share it in my stories!
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What’s the deal with different types of plastics? Are some worse than others? What about biodegradable plastics? 🤔 I recently had a chance to explore this topic in an article for @alivehealth magazine. It was a real treat to interview Vito Buonsante of @envirodefence for his insight on the topic. If you’d like to read the article, please check out the link in my bio—or pop into your local natural health retailer to pick up a physical copy. Check it out and let me know what you think! 🌊🌍🌏🌎 (PS: I’ll also share in my stories some previous posts I’ve done about different types of plastics.) 🚮 .
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Things you will find in my fridge on any given day: + seasonal and local--when possible--fruits and veggies (tricky this time of year but we love root veggies, apples and pears) 🍐 + greens wrapped in a damp tea towel + leftovers of all sorts (including a big old pot of spaghetti) 🍝 + tofu (yes in plastic unfortunately, but I’m not at the point where I’m making my own and that’s okay!) + bulk dried fruits, nuts, and seeds in reused jars + half-used veggies wrapped in wax wraps + various condiments in glass
This is my first fridge photo and I feel like I’m bearing my soul for you. 😜 We are not perfect but we do what we can. I’ll share another fridge photo another time of year for a good comparison when we get some beautiful local produce!
What’s in your imperfect Zero Waste fridge these days?
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#zerowaste
#wasteless
#ecoliving
#reducereuserecycle
#lowwaste
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#eco
#ecowarrior
#zerowastehome
#zerowastejourney
#zerowasteirl
#reducewaste
#plasticfreeliving
#choosetoreuse
#ecoconscious
#lesswaste
#zerowastelife
#refuseplastic
#sustainable
#sustainability
#sustainableliving
#mealprep
#reducefoodwaste
#eatfortheplanet
#plantbased
#groceryhaul
#ecofriendly
#shelfie
#fightfoodwaste
I’m excited about this post, and I really hope you like it! 😊 Here, I’ve compiled 20 ways to take your environmentally friendly lifestyle to the next level. So, if you’ve been making Zero Waste swaps and want to do a bit more, this post is for you! 👏 If you’re already doing lots in your community, you may wish to share this post with your friends. 💛
As always, this is just a set of guidelines, and not every suggestion will work for everyone. Rather, I'm hoping that one or two may spark some inspiration. I’d also love to know what else you’d add to this list. I’m sure there are tons more ideas! What do you do to “take the next step?" 🤔
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