Are you someone who eagerly awaits their new iPhone every year? Do you make a habit of upgrading your smartwatch, tablet, laptop or even your car? Have you ever thought about the impact of your upgrades and the eWaste they generate – not just on your wallet, but on the environment, too. Let’s take a…
Are you feeling stuck in a rut? Intimidated by your never-ending to-do lists? Swimming with all your might just to keep treading water? If this is you, then all you need is 30 minutes on a Sunday to reflect and review the week that has finished, and plan for your week ahead. I promise, it…
Are you tired of all the consumerism and materialism that surrounds every special occasion and holiday? Would you like to show your nearest and dearest that you care, without breaking the bank or buying more unnecessary clutter for their homes? Here are 10 sustainable, home-made gift ideas for you to try! 1-Pot Plants If you’re…
Are you hoping to throw a party without all the single-use waste most parties generate? You are not alone! I recently hosted a birthday party for my toddler, and wrestled with my competing desires to throw my child and her friends a fun party, whilst staying true to my eco-friendly morals. I feel like I…
Have you been affected by a serious adverse weather event? Are you concerned about climate change and wondering how to make your home more resilient against future storms? Here’s how we survived the worst storm to hit the UK in over a decade, including the 10 days without mains power, landline or internet connection that…
It’s that time of year again already! As 2024 draws to a close, we are making plans for the year ahead and setting goals to help us get the very most out of the coming 12 months. Join me as I set out my new year’s resolutions and my intentions for 2025! I explored my…
Christmas has become synonymous with excess and materialism in today’s society. And that sadly generates huge amounts of waste and a significant impact on the environment. Are you keen to strip consumerism out of the festive period? Would you like to shift the focus to quality time rather than meaningless gifts this Christmas? Here are…
Are you struggling to stick to your budget? Do you find yourself overspending each month? Here are the tactics I use to live on a fairly restricted budget. My decision to take an extended career break, to spend a little more time at home prioritising my family, has obviously impacted our household income. Even though…
Are you working towards a more eco-friendly lifestyle? Are you wondering how to approach life with a zero-waste mindset? In this post, I outline the key tenets of the zero-waste movement. And I’ll explore the swaps you can make to minimise waste in every area of your life. What does “Zero-Waste” actually mean? The zero…
What is journaling? Can journaling really improve your mental health and wellbeing? How do you get started with journaling? Keep reading for answers to all these questions and more, as we cover how to journal your way to a simpler and happier life! What is Journaling? Journaling is so much more than jotting down ideas,…
