I first wrote this post in November of 2017 – two months after my family and I started our zero waste journey. I was surprised to find that even at two months, I was already saving our family over $25 a month with just a few simple zero waste swaps. I am now updating this… Read More Super Easy Zero Waste Swaps That are Saving us Over $1200 A Year
In the era of COVID-19, we’ve been seeing a lot of headlines and regulations against reusable items. Coffee shops not accepting reusable mugs, bulk bins being shut down, retailers not accepting reusable bags. And for good reason: the COVID-19 virus is scary and with it being super contagious, no one wants to take any chances. … Read More Making the Case for Eco-Friendly Reusables (during a time they’re the enemy)
Part of living more mindful, minimalist, and eco-friendly living means reducing – a term I call ‘reduction-based living’. Reduction-based living (mindfulness, minimalism, anxiety management, and zero waste living), like any lifestyle change, can have challenges. And while overcoming the challenges are so worth it, I’m all about introducing a little help where I can. And… Read More 11 of the best FREE apps to help you live a more mindful, minimalist, & eco-friendly life
How do I get my partner/family/roommate/parents on board with a lifestyle change such as decluttering or going zero waste? I see this question ALL. THE. TIME. All. The. Time. And for good reason. Since I started my reduction-based living journey, specifically the minimalist and zero waste pieces (five years and 2.5 years ago respectively), I’ve… Read More How to live zero waste and be a minimalist when your partner isn’t
It’s time for my annual (third one this year!) book list/reviews of everything I read last in 2019. My goal for each year is to read the number of the year – so, in 2019, I had a goal of reading 19 books. This year, it will be 20. I’m super excited to share that… Read More 26 Mindfulness, Minimalism, Anxiety Management, & Zero Waste Living Book Recommendations
The American Psychological Association has eco-anxiety listed as an official mental illness. They even have an entire guide on the topic. Eco anxiety has been getting a lot of press lately, and for good reason. It’s becoming more and more prevalent in our society, and not just in adults. In our kids too. What’s not… Read More 9 (free) Community-Based Actions You Can Do To Combat Eco Anxiety, Eco Guilt, and Eco Grief
Got kids? Then you probably have toys. And if you’re like a lot of families, your kids have a lot of toys even if you try to be mindful of how many come in. Did you know that resource shows that less toys are actually more beneficial for kids (and let’s face it, parents and/or… Read More How to host a toy swap or toy exchange (with swap invite wording)
I first created this post in preparation for 2019, and it continued to be one of my top three posts throughout the entire year. I decided to not only reissue it, but add one more easy to complete solution to reducing waste at home. Do you do new year’s resolutions/goals? I used to, but haven’t… Read More 3 Ways to Reduce Waste in 2020 (that you must do)
I love a good end of the year countdown, and on this blog, I do two – a top 10 post countdown list and a recap of all the books I’ve read (coming soon but you can read past ones here)! This past year on the blog has been a fulfilling one. I wrote a… Read More Top 10 Reduce, Reuse, Renew posts of 2019
If you follow me on Instagram, you may know that I gave myself a goal to get outside every day starting November 1st and ending in the spring (starting time varies here in MN). Last winter I really struggled with my mental health throughout the season, and it only got worse as the winter dragged… Read More Plogging: What it is and how it can help the earth and your anxiety
