You’d think that throwing a few things away and adopting a simpler lifestyle would be easy. How hard can it really be to do less and buy less?The reality is that this is actually much harder than it looks. We have become so used to being stressed, so used to being jealous and so used to wanting more that it is very hard to let go when we decide to try. Here are five mistakes that people often make and how you can avoid making the very same errors… Using Technology too Much Technology is in many ways the antithesis of a minimalist lifestyle. While no one is asking you to turn off your phone permanently, what you should avoid...
Do you find yourself full of respect for those people who live truly minimalist lifestyles? The people who go for long walks during the day, come home to small homes and cook simple meals so that they can enjoy a quiet evening together? Sounds kind of ideal doesn’t it! And presumably, it must have taken a lot of time and work on their part to get to that point.Well… not necessarily! Actually, few things could be simpler than adopting a minimalist lifestyle. In this post, we’re going to look at exactly how you can go about doing just that and start enjoying a more minimal life today! The Mindshift The first thing you need is a mindshift. You need to...
Have you ever asked yourself the question, "How can I become more eco-friendly?" If so, congratulations. It's the first step in regard to helping the environment. The more people who make the conscious decision to pitch in to help, the better off everyone will be.One of the simplest definitions of eco-friendly is "not harmful to the environment." There's nothing complicated about that, is there? One of the greatest things about becoming eco-friendly is that it normally doesn't require drastic lifestyle changes. You can even start out small if you wish.The following information includes several suggestions for making yourself more environmentally conscious and giving Mother Nature a helping hand. There's no reason to panic; it's probably easier than you think.CarpoolIt's really...
Sustainable living is growing in popularity every day, with good reason. In simple terms, "sustainable living" refers to living a life where you take advantage of as few resources as possible and remain comfortable while doing so. This type of lifestyle benefits future generations tremendously. Why? These individuals will generally have to deal with a lesser amount of environmental damage, overall.Right now, people all over the world are using precious resources 25 percent faster than nature or other sources can replace them. This data comes from the World Wildlife Fund, a very reliable source. If this continues at the same rate, the world population will need a second planet by 2050... an extremely scary thought.Community LivingSustainable communities are popping up...
Eco-friendly vehicles are becoming a major investment opportunity in the U.S. and European transportation markets. The popularity of electric and hybrid vehicles can be attributed to the claim and fact that they are beneficial to the environment. And while that may make sense to most, it’s important to keep in mind that some of the impact from owning an eco-friendly vehicle is directly affected by external factors, like the city you live in. Here are some facts about eco-friendly vehicles and how they affect the environment. Hybrid versus Electric Cars that are purely electric have the greatest potential to have a positive impact on the environment. They are powered by batteries, and most can be charged by plugging them into...
