“Think good thoughts, do good deeds.”
“Think good thoughts, do good deeds.”
Clean water is a vital necessity we all need to survive and thrive. The importance of drinking water free from harmful chemicals and by-products cannot be overstated. I use clean water when I cook whole grain dishes such as rice, quinoa, and millet (along with legumes) as all of these absorb a good amount of…
Read This →Green living includes actions that might not change the world, but are done because they are the most respectful thing to do. These actions include recycling, using cloth bags when shopping, composting, not using toxic chemicals, eating organically grown food and using recycled and non-disposable products. Green living involves minimizing our impact on the earth…
Read This →Why are companion animals featured in Green Living? Companion animals also benefit from living a healthy lifestyle. The same compassionate living principles that apply to us, also applies to them. They suffer from the same ailments that we do as a result of a poor diet, chemical exposure (lawn care, etc…) and lack of exercise-things…
Read This →Green Living doesn’t stop when you leave home. The same principles can be applied when you travel no matter where you go- from Hawaii to Australia. Here are some ideas to help get you started on your way: Call ahead and plan to stay in hotels that incorporate recycling or minimal laundry service. Even if…
Read This →Gifts are a great way to educate people about alternative and earth-friendly products, especially since many of them are not wanted and end up in the closet. Here a few gift ideas that don’t contribute to this waste of resources: Make a gift basket (without a plastic wrap) that contains organic and fair-trade treats and…
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