Live Green | Declutter | Simplify Life
With so much focus on diversity, equity and inclusion these days, why do we still tolerate ageism? I ponder this question in week 12 of The Sunday Spark, a series with weekly thoughts and highlights, nuggets of learning, and a sustainable living tip for the week.
Also this week: why eggs are so expensive, the latest binge-drinking trend, alternatives to laundry detergent in plastic jugs, and more.
Do you find some sustainable swaps more difficult than others? Over the last few years, I’ve made hundreds of small changes as I work towards a greener life. Most were easy and quickly became habits, but a few things were more challenging. Read on to learn about some eco-friendly swaps that took a few tries and tips on how to adjust if you run into the same thing.
Do you capture memories using your smartphone? Do you take more, or fewer, photos now than you did in the days before smartphones? I ponder those questions in week 8 of The Sunday Spark—a series with weekly thoughts and highlights, nuggets of learning, and a sustainable living tip for the week. Also this week: Hebb’s law, and a serious look at toilet paper use.
Twenty years after the invention of the push notification, I consider turning off distractions to improve my focus.
Welcome to the week 4 of The Sunday Spark, a series with weekly thoughts and highlights, nuggets of learning, and a sustainable living tip for the week. This week: a look at how I made out with Dry January; how wine corks compare to screw caps; chocolate and heavy metal; and why we should make BYOC an everyday word.
Changes are coming to recycling programs in Ontario. As the new program rolls out province wide as of January 1, 2025, there’s an important question on my mind. Will privatization of recycling solve our waste woes?
If your loved one didn’t surprise you with something sparkly for Christmas or Valentine’s Day, it might be a good time to clean up some of your old jewellery. Today’s post will show you how to bring back the sparkle with an easy homemade jewellery cleaner.
Unheard of a few years ago, BYOC is finally catching on. If you’re not familiar with the term, BYOC stands for Bring Your Own Container, meaning you fill your own containers when shopping instead of using throwaway packaging. What better way to reduce waste!
For many people, the new year is a time to set goals and make plans. Turning the calendar page to January 1 gives us an opportunity to reflect and think about the path we’re on. If you’ve set a goal to reduce waste and live a greener life, my 12 easy monthly waste reduction goals are a great place to start.
As the festive season kicks into high gear, ‘tis the season for parties and gatherings with family and friends. Today’s post has eco-friendly hostess gift ideas that are the perfect way to express your thanks to your host or hostess.
