We’ve turned another page on the calendar so it’s time for my May 2022 roundup of favourite blog posts. This month, I’ve selected 6 marvelous and thought-provoking posts from some of my favourite bloggers.
Simple Living Sunday – Do you care about sustainability?
Today is World Environment Day, an initiative to raise environmental awareness. Regular readers know that reducing my personal impact, and sharing my tips and learnings, are priorities for me. With that in mind, there’s no better theme for this week’s Simple Living Sunday post than sustainability. Our lives, and the lives of future generations, depend on it.
Will high gas prices make us change our driving habits?
In recent weeks, the price of gas in Canada has broken through the $2 a litre barrier that didn’t seem possible even a few months ago. News reports about the impact of high oil prices on our lives have me thinking about the importance of vehicles in our lives, and whether high gas prices will make us change our driving habits.
Clutter Tales – A life-changing summer in France
Welcome to Volume 21 of Clutter Tales, a series where we tell the stories of our lives through our clutter.
Today’s tale was inspired by an old trip diary I found when decluttering my bookshelves. When I opened it, I was transported back to a life-changing summer in France, and treated to a view of the world through the eyes of 18-year-old me.
Simple Living Sunday – Keeping the faith
Do you consider yourself a person of faith? I’m not talking about organized religion, but rather about choosing to trust in a positive outcome no matter how dark things seem in the present moment. Today, I wrap up my May Simple Living Sunday tribute to qualities I admire in my mum with a look at how keeping the faith can see us through the most difficult of times.
Green innovations you’ll want to know about
When it comes to climate change and environmental sustainability, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by all the doom and gloom. As consumers, we often feel powerless to have any real impact. I’m a big believer in the power of small steps, so today I’m sharing some of the little wins and green innovations I’ve seen over the last few months.
Where have all the bloggers gone?
Is it just me, or have things been unusually quiet in the blogging community lately?
Since the beginning of the year, I’ve noticed a definite drop-off in activity. I suppose it’s a sign that much of the world is moving into post-pandemic life. That’s a good thing, but I miss some of my favourite bloggers and often wonder what they’re up to.
Simple Living Sunday – Active living – No gym required!
Every year, North Americans spend billions on gym memberships and fitness equipment. Despite our best intentions, much of that money is wasted when the initial burst of motivation fades. Today, I continue my May Simple Living Sunday tribute to qualities I admire in my mum, with a look at her simple approach to active living. The best part—no gym membership required!
Alternatives to meditation to help you destress
It’s World Meditation Day—a day set aside for everyone to clear their minds and embrace a practice that has been around for thousands of years. Many people swear by meditation but, for some of us with overactive minds, it can end up being more about frustration than relaxation. Fortunately, there are alternatives to meditation to help you destress.
Helpful tips for green meetings and events
After two years of virtual meetings and travel restrictions, it’s finally looking like our workplaces may be getting back to normal. The return of in-person meetings and events after a long hiatus is an opportunity to revisit our practices and adopt some new eco-friendly habits. In today’s post, I’ve got tips for green meetings and conferences.