Posts in Conscious Living
17 Easy Sustainable Swaps to Save Money

There is often a stigma that buying sustainable & ethical products, living an eco-friendly lifestyle, and being conscious comes at a higher cost. In a lot of ways sustainable living can not only be good for the planet, but also good for your wallet. Yes, you can actually save money by living consciously. Check out these tips on living sustainably and saving money.

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Why You Should Stop Bragging About How Cheap Your Clothes Are

We all know the common style compliment response…..“ Thanks, I got it for $10” or whatever great deal the consumer feels they received. But quite frankly this is not something to be bragging about……low price isn’t always a good thing. It’s usually a sign of fast fashion which involves slavery, disrespect, and suffering. It indicates how we, as consumers, want immediate satisfaction in buying a lot for a little and view garments as disposable. And it probably indicates a low quality product that won’t last very long. I’m not saying this is always the case in a cheap find, but a lot of times it is. It’s time to rethink how we respond and focus less on bragging about the price because as Lucy Siegle says “Fast fashion isn’t free. Someone somewhere is paying.”

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10 Earth Day Sales from Actually Sustainable Brands

Unfortunately a lot of name brands use Earth Day as a time to promote their sales or further those greenwashing marketing campaigns. If you’re planning to take part of Earth Day sales please make sure the brands you are supporting ACTUALLY are mindful of the planet. If you do decide to take part in the deals please choose to use your dollars and support brands that have sustainability through out their business model.

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6 Best Eco-friendly Non Toxic Bakeware Brands for Clean Kitchens 2024

When you’re cooking up a delicious meal, you’re not really thinking about what your bakeware is made of, never mind if it’s healthy. Yet the reality is that this is something we should all be thinking about. Just like a lot of items commonly found in the home, many bakeware brands aren’t good for our health. Along with health effects, these items and the materials used to craft bakeware can also have an environmental impact! This guide will help you discover some non-toxic bakeware brands and what materials are best.

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100+ Socially Responsible Brands to Shop

Looking for socially responsible brands to shop? I’ve got you covered! There are so many brand making a positive impact through ethical craftsmanship, sustainable initiatives, and giving back! Taking part in a socially responsible lifestyle can be as easy as supporting socially responsible brands! Here are 100+ socially responsible brands to LOVE! This list has socially responsible clothing brands, accessories, home goods, wines, and more!

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42 Ethical & Eco-friendly Mother's Day Gift Ideas for Unique Gifting

The ultimate guide for ethical and eco-friendly Mother’s Day gifts is here! We have ethical gift ideas for moms who love fashion, coffee, activism, supporting small businesses, & more. Whatever your mother’s lovely character is, we’ve got you covered with socially responsible gifts that support small businesses.

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Organic Tampons vs. Regular: What Should We Be Using?

Periods are not something freely talked about, but with the knowledge that conventional period products are impacting our planet and may pose a risk to our health, it’s even more important that we discuss it openly. Chemicals in personal care products have become a growing concern, and this includes those found in tampons. Typically made of cotton, rayon, or a blend of the two, the way these materials are manufactured exposes our bodies and the planet to harmful processes and products. Unfortunately, what's in our tampons is not something that is taught in women's health education, so let's discuss organic period products and conventional period products.

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The 6 Best Handmade Organic Body Scrubs for Smooth Skin

After a long and hard day, there is nothing like coming home, hoping in the shower and taking time to scrub the day away. This is the perfect way to enter into the ultimate relaxation mode and treat yourself to feeling fresh and clean. However, in that little bottle of body scrub, there can be some ingredients that can be harmful so in this article, we are going to help you find the best scrub that is full of great ingredients! Let's explore the sustainability of body scrubs, discover ingredients to be aware of, and discover some of the best organic exfoliating body scrubs from small businesses.

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