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They say the state of your bed is the state of your head, and it’s true that the mind can relax and focus more effectively in a clutter-free environment. Without visual and mental distractions from excess possessions, it becomes much easier to maintain a sense of calm throughout the day. Minimalism allows us to escape the burden of managing and organizing so many belongings, freeing up mental and physical space for more meaningful pursuits.
(@natyexplora)Financial Freedom
By learning to think twice before bringing home unnecessary possessions, it becomes easier to save money and put what resources we do have toward things that enrich our lives. Minimalists tend to prioritize experiences over material goods, seeking fulfillment through travel, personal growth, and meaningful relationships.
Environmental Sustainability
Our consumer-driven culture often leads to excessive production and waste, and this has a serious negative impact on the environment. By adopting a minimalist lifestyle, we’re able to reduce consumption and minimize our waste and carbon footprint in the process. With a focus on quality over quantity, minimalists make more deliberate and sustainable choices around what they do consume, and this shift towards conscious consumption contributes to the preservation of the planet’s natural resources.
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]]>Reuse, Reuse, Reuse
The magic of DIY is that you can take things that you no longer need and transform them into something truly amazing. That’s why you should try to focus on working on DIY projects that allow you to work with things that you already have at home, without having to buy anything new.
Eco-Friendly Materials
It also comes in handy to focus on DIY projects made with eco-friendly materials, such as wood and paper. Even if your main material is eco-friendly, your DIY project can still be harmful to the environment if you’re using paint or glue containing harmful chemicals, so try to look for the most eco-friendly options possible.
Longevity is Key
Your DIY project won’t lead to pollution if you focus on crafting things you can keep for a long time. Try to focus on projects that will result in the making of things that will stay in your home for years or decades to come instead of being thrown away by the next season.
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]]>Sustainable means many things; a company could use biodegradable fibers, reduce the amount of water they use or use recycled materials. Some companies are built to give opportunities to local communities, compensate their workers, and treat them ethically. All of these attributes are important when buying clothes. Sustainable fashion is a little more expensive, but it will make you think more about what you purchase and the impact it has on the environment.
Here are 5 sustainable eco-friendly fashion brands doing their part.
Girlfriend
Girlfriend makes leggings out of recycled water bottles, and you would never know it when wearing them. Their other products are made from recycled fishing nets, nylon, polyester, and spandex.
Peony
Peony uses recycled fishing nets and nylon waste to create its fabrics for their amazing swimwear.
Everlane
The ReNew Cold Weather collection is made entirely out of recycled plastic bottles. In 2021 the company has pledged to have no new plastic in its entire supply chain.
AllBirds
Allbirds create shoes that are so comfortable and they are all made with sustainable materials like wool, eucalyptus trees, and even sugar cane.
Reformation
This company sells everything from jeans to swimwear and their brand goes to great lengths to inform the customer how each garment was made.
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]]>These towels are great because you can bring them to the sand, the sea, and even indoors. They’re lightweight enough to carry in your bag and it’ll probably be the only towel you’ll ever need.
Quick Drying Power
The towels are lightweight, compact, and can dry in a matter of minutes. Whether you’ve just finished surfing and now you’re headed to a yoga class, this is the perfect towel. Since it’ll have time to try off, you won’t have to worry about sweaty and soaking towels.
They Support Independent Artists
One of the great things about Sora is that they support local artists. Sora collaborates with independent artists from around the world, since one of the co-founders has European roots. Their current collection includes a collaboration with a London based artist who uses subdued hues and geometric shapes in their art.
Sustainable Future
The future is sustainable. Nowadays people are leaning towards vegetarian diets, using bamboo straws, and reducing plastic waste. Purchasing their products is one step in that direction. Did we mention that their tropical designs are heavenly?
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]]>Beeswax
Beeswax is one of the newest products that you can use in order to cover your food securely without having to use plastic wrap. You can wrap anything from cut vegetables to bowls and plates, which is really convenient.
The best part is that you can wash them and you use them over and over again! The downfall is that you do have to buy them, which creates wastes in and of itself.
Plates
The plate method of food storage is super underrated, and you can do it today if you choose. All you have to do is put a plate over the plate or bowl you have your food in, and put it in the fridge. This creates enough of a seal, and you can stack things on top of it! This is especially useful for things like pie crust that needs to be chilled.
Jars
Jars are another great method for food storage, especially for things like cut-up produce, loose greens, legumes, grains, and more! Plus, you probably already have them in your home which is extra zero-waste.
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]]>Pick Up Trash
This is probably the most cliche activity in terms of being green, but it’s super effective. Whether you’re at the beach or on a trail, it’s so important not only to pick up your trash but to pick up any trash you see lying around. This is because animals can easily eat it, which can make them sick or be deadly to them.
Avoid Plastic
Summer is the most popular time for people to throw parties and have picnics. Even though it’s easier to use disposable items, try using reusable cups, compostable plates, and real silverware. Also, make sure to always bring a reusable water bottle so you don’t have to buy plastic ones.
Utilize the Sun
When it’s hot outside, there’s no need to use dryers for your laundry, just hang everything outside! In a matter of hours, all your items will be dry and you will save energy and money on your electricity bill!
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]]>Michael Reynolds uses only natural or upcycled sustainable materials like tires, bottles, and more; mostly things people would think of as trash. Michael is able to take these materials and create homes and buildings from them that are not only made sustainably but are sustainable within themselves.
Michael calls what he does “biotecture”, because it’s not just architecture, it’s looking at the way we use resources and how that ultimately affects the planet. The way that Michael structures the buildings with mostly tires and actual earth, he, in turn, makes buildings that actually do not need to use energy to be heated and cooled. The combination of the tires and earth make for a self-regulating temperature system, which means that people can save not only on energy costs but are using energy in a completely sustainable way.
One of the biggest reasons why Michael is so passionate about using the materials he does is because they are items that can be found all over the world. This means that there is a possibility for the world to unite in this type of sustainable building, which gives hope to an otherwise bleak future.
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]]>If you want to save money while you save the planet, here are some ways you can get started.
Reusing
A big part of living sustainably is not wasting anything, especially not throwing away things like plastic items. By reusing and re-purposing items, you can save yourself money because you don’t need to buy more things, you already have them! All you have to do is see what things you might be tempted to throw away and see how you can creatively reuse them.
Fashion
Fast fashion might seem cheap at the time, but if your clothes are always getting holes and you need to buy more, eventually those costs add up. Instead, investing in clothes are made well so they will last over time and over trends, you save a lot in the long run.
Transportation
Whether you want to go full out and give up your car or just stop using it as much, using sustainable transportation like walking, cycling, or public transit will save you so much money. Without a car, you don’t need to pay for insurance, and when you don’t use it a lot, you don’t have to pay as much in gas or maintenance.
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]]>Local Economy
By buying food that is in season, you are helping local farmers and businesses stay afloat. That is because they depend on local people to buy their products. Also, buying locally sourced products also helps cut down on carbon emissions from transporting the goods. So by buying from a local source, you’re doing more good for yourself and others.
Taste
Fruits and vegetables taste better when they are grown at the right time of year in the correct environment. There is a big difference in taste from something that is grown in appropriate soil as opposed to something that is grown inorganically. If you’re going to buy fruits and vegetables, you want them to taste their best or what’s the point of eating them in the first place.
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