Approximately 8.4 million tons of junk get thrown away each year, and nearly all of this is in the name of moving. While it’s easy to see why people want to have as little as possible when they’re packing up and moving away, it’s almost always wasteful. Fortunately, yes, whether you’re moving cross country or down the straight, you can stay eco-friendly through it all, so if you’re wanting to know how you can do it. Here’s everything you need to know.
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bookmark_borderThe BEST Sustainable Gifts for Mother’s Day
Hey earth muffins! A very important day is around the corner – Mother’s Day! Just like with any holiday, you can 10000% have a zero waste Mother’s Day. You don’t need to compromise your eco-friendly values to treat your Mother on her special day. If you are looking for a present, keep reading this guide for the best sustainable gifts for Mother’s Day!
Top Eco-Friendly Gifts for Mother’s Day:
1. Chocolates or cupcakes from a local bakery – Food or treats is always a great option when you are looking to buy someone a present. Support your mom’s favorite local bakery and buy her a selection of her favorite desserts.
Read More ➥bookmark_borderWays to Put Down Your Phone & Enjoy Mother Earth This Spring
Hey earth muffins! Spring weather is (finally) here to stay, which means it is time to spend more time outside! Spring is an excellent season to get extra Vitamin D and enjoy all that nature has to offer us after a long, cold winter. Keep reading for a few suggestions on easy ways to put down your phone and enjoy Mother Earth in the upcoming months!
~ Plant a garden or do some landscaping
Spring flowers are such a beautiful sign that winter is behind us… And it is the perfect time to do a bit of outdoor work. Plant some of your favorite flowers, do some weeding, or make sure your landscaping looks great. Don’t be afraid to get your hands dirty!
Read More ➥bookmark_border4 Tips For Making Plant-Based Diet Side Dishes
Switching to a plant-based diet can be a great way to improve your health and reduce your environmental impact. However, making sure you have delicious and nutritious side dishes can be a challenge. But that’s nothing a little creativity cannot handle. It’s easy to create side dishes that will not only complement your plant-based meals but also keep you satisfied. Whether you just started your plant-based eating journey or are already a pro in this diet, you can use the following tips to create delicious and filling side dishes you will enjoy.
bookmark_border26 Things I’ve Learned By Living a Sustainable Lifestyle
Hey earth muffins! May is just around the corner, which is extra special to me since it is my birth month! I will be turning 26 this year… In honor of my birthday, I thought it would be fun to share 26 lessons I’ve learned about sustainable living. From small little things to big life lessons, there is so much to learn by reducing your impact on the planet. Here’s what I’ve learned by living a sustainable lifestyle:
Lessons I’ve Learned by Living a Sustainable Lifestyle:
Read More ➥bookmark_borderThe BEST Tips for Eco-Friendly Spring Cleaning
Hey earth muffins! Spring is finally here – and I’m loving it! This weekend I did a deep clean of my house, which included sorting through some stuff and donating to a local secondhand shop. While spring cleaning isn’t always the most exciting thing, it is definitely rewarding. You can stay sustainable as you clean too – keep reading for the best tips on eco-friendly spring cleaning!
~Use natural (or DIY) cleaners
What you use to clean is one of the most important parts of spring cleaning. You want to make sure these cleaners are good for your family (and pets) as well as being good for Mother Earth. I personally use an all-purpose cleaner made from simple ingredients or Koala Eco’s natural cleaner. There are plenty of ways to stay eco-friendly with your cleaning supples – check out this full list of everything you need for zero waste cleaning.
Read More ➥bookmark_border20 FUN Things to Do to Celebrate Earth Day!
Hey earth muffins! Earth Day is on Saturday – do you know how you will be celebrating yet? If not, there are plenty of things you can do to celebrate Earth Day this year! From little things to bigger projects, make sure you spend some time being kind to the planet on her special day. Keep reading for a full list of things to do on Saturday!
bookmark_borderBeing Healthy Without Compromising The Planet
Being healthy without compromising the planet is possible, you just need to make sure that you are looking for alternatives instead of the easier options sometimes. It’s not always the easiest thing in the world to achieve, but that doesn’t mean that it’s impossible. The good news is that there are lots of different ways that you can do this, and it’s important that you are looking at each of them. In this article, we’re going to be taking a look at some of the ideas that we have got off the tops of our heads, so keep reading down below if you would like to find out more about this.