What to Look For In a Sunscreen
When you look at rows and rows of sunscreens at a grocery store… It can definitely be overwhelming. It begs the question: what should I look for in a good sunscreen? Here’s some pointers to finding a sunscreen that’s both good for the planet and you.
How to Make Treats & Toys Your Pet Will Love
Your pets are part of the family. Just as we would treat any important member of our family, we want to give our animals the very best of everything. Organic treats, luxurious bedding, the most squeak-able of squeaky toys… Nothing is too good for them.
How Do I Add Joy to My Work Area?
Whether you’re working from home or in the office, here are some ways that you can make your workspace feel… Well. A little more personable and home.
Joyful Meditation: How 5 Minutes a Day Makes a Difference
Meditation may sound like one of those hour-long luxuries you just don’t have the time for - but even setting aside five minutes will do you a world of good! Let’s get into the history of meditation, its benefits and how you can get started.
Getting New Furniture? Here's What You Need to Know
While consumerism and eco-friendly don’t always go hand in hand when looking at big chain furniture stores, here are some tips for picking out conscientious (and comfy!) furniture.
Climate Change in Texas: How Can We Help?
Northern Texas saw an arctic low of -19 degrees in 2021. While it’s scary to hear, it should come as no surprise that this is a direct result of climate change. Let’s get into how it’s happening, why it matters and how we can help.
Why Cooking Tofu is Exciting (And Not Scary!)
Ah, tofu. The mecca of vegan and vegetarian eating. The holy grail of clean protein. The silken creamy texture that dreams are made of… But how on Earth do you cook it?
Why You’ll Want to Avoid Palm Oil
Just because it’s plant based doesn’t automatically make it green. Let’s get into what palm oil is, how it’s replaced in common household goods and why it’s not as good for the environment as the companies selling it would like you to believe.
How to Have a Healthy Social Media Life
Whether you follow sites like Twitter for humorous tweets, or Instagram for pretty pictures: chances are you’ll also come across heated political posts, sensitive material in the name of a cause, or someone whose life looks oh-so-perfect compared to yours… And seeing those on a constant basis can do a number on you. Here’s some ways you can focus on having a healthy social media life.
Why You Need To Start Thrifting
We all know shopping secondhand is so. Much. Greener. But thrift shopping can be so intimidating—how many Buffalo Exchanges will you need to go through for a great fitting pair of jeans?? You just need to know the easy tips and tricks to be an expert.
What It Means to Be an Intersectional Environmentalist
You might be hearing a lot about “intersectional environmentalism” on your favorite eco-friendly blogs… And wondering what the heck that mouthful of a term is. Let’s delve into what it is, why it’s important to the green community, and how we can do our part in making change.
Interested in Going Vegan? Here’s How to Start
So you’re thinking about going vegan... There are so many benefits to becoming a plant foodie--lower risk of heart disease, potential weight loss, a sustainable living among others--that there’s no wonder why many people are dropping animal products from their diets and turning to the greens.