Naturalist, broadcaster, and conservationist David Attenborough is definitely one of my heroes. The 96 year old has dedicated an entire lifetime to studying the planet, its history, diversity, and threats. There is a reason he is so well-known and celebrated by now. Of course, I’m inspired by anyone who has followed their passions and curiosity…
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How To Celebrate Earth Day Like Communities Around The World
If you didn’t know, Earth Day is on April 22nd! And if you grew up in the US, you probably have this very picturesque image of planting trees, or picking up trash on the beach together, when you think about how to celebrate. It’s a cute idea (that requires a certain degree of extroversion), but…
Back to Basics: 10 Natural, Women Owned, Palm-Oil Free Bar Soap Brands
When I originally set out to write a post on biodegradable soap, I didn’t intend on palm oil being the subject. Honestly, I just love a good, effective natural skincare product all wrapped in some pretty, sustainable packaging. That’s it. It’s a light, afternoon kind of blog read, and palm oil is, well, not. Unfortunately,…
From Candy to Costumes, These Are The Easiest Eco Friendly Halloween Swaps
As much as I love hot girl summer, nothing gets me quite as hyped as spooky season… I think it’s something about the joy it sparks for my inner child? I loved trick-or-treating as a kid because of all the candy I brought home, and Hocus Pocus just hits different this time of year. (As…
10 Everyday Companies Making it Easier to Reduce Waste
Has anyone else ever stood in their home, three different plastic wrappers deep into something they just bought, baffled by how wasteful it all seems? Like, I get that individual packaging for convenience is a “thing,” but all that single-use plastic is creating 350 million metric tons (!) of waste annually. We have to find…
Best Thrift Apps To Buy And Sell Secondhand Clothes Online
Clothing holds the power of storytelling, which can be passed down from generation to generation both in its metaphorical and literal sense. Globally, 80% of abandoned textiles are either burned or end up in landfills, with only 20% recycled and reused. The garments that end up in landfills can sit there for over 200 years….
