The holiday season is a time of joy, giving, and celebration, but it can also be one of the most wasteful times of the year. From mountains of packaging to disposable decorations and wrapping paper, the environmental impact of holiday shopping and festivities can be significant. However, with a little planning and mindful choices, it’sContinue reading “Zero-Waste Holiday Shopping: How to Reduce Your Impact During the Busiest Shopping Season”
Author Archives: Traci Houston
How Our Lifestyle Swaps Have Contributed to Rising Obesity Rates
Obesity has become a global health crisis, with rates skyrocketing over the past few decades. While many factors contribute to this epidemic, a series of lifestyle changes have played a significant role. A recent social media post highlighted some of these shifts, pinpointing key swaps in our diets, activities, and habits that align with theContinue reading “How Our Lifestyle Swaps Have Contributed to Rising Obesity Rates”
Mindful Halloween: Sustainable and Eco-Friendly Celebrations
Halloween is a time of year when creativity comes alive, with costumes, decorations, and treats taking center stage. However, the holiday can also be a time of excess, with single-use plastics, non-recyclable decorations, and wasteful habits creeping in like unwanted spirits. This year, let’s focus on celebrating Halloween in a way that’s not only funContinue reading “Mindful Halloween: Sustainable and Eco-Friendly Celebrations”
Sustainable Fall Foraging: A Guide to Wild Edible and Medicinal Plants
Rediscovering Nature’s Pantry: The Art of Fall Foraging Foraging is an age-old practice that has provided sustenance and medicinal resources for generations. As more people seek sustainable and eco-friendly ways to live, foraging is seeing a resurgence in popularity. By foraging responsibly, you can tap into nature’s vast storehouse of wild food and healing plants.Continue reading “Sustainable Fall Foraging: A Guide to Wild Edible and Medicinal Plants”
Fair Trade and Ethical Gifts: Making a Difference with Every Purchase This Holiday Season
As the holiday season approaches, the search for the perfect gift begins. But beyond the joy of giving, the choices we make as consumers have the power to create meaningful change in the world. By choosing fair trade and ethically produced gifts, we can ensure that our purchases contribute positively to the lives of thoseContinue reading “Fair Trade and Ethical Gifts: Making a Difference with Every Purchase This Holiday Season”
How Nest Box Placement Can Boost Egg Production: A Lesson from Joel Salatin’s Polyface Micro
As anyone who raises chickens knows, the challenges of egg production are real. Whether you’re a seasoned poultry farmer or a backyard enthusiast, the nuances of hen behavior can make the difference between a bountiful basket of eggs and a frustrating daily scavenger hunt. Recently, I delved into Joel Salatin’s book Polyface Micro, and oneContinue reading “How Nest Box Placement Can Boost Egg Production: A Lesson from Joel Salatin’s Polyface Micro”
Navigating a Megadrought: Steps to Mitigate the Impact on Families, Animals, and Communities
As of recent data from the U.S. Drought Monitor, many regions across the country, including areas in the Midwest and Plains, are experiencing various levels of drought. Some counties, such as ours, are categorized as being in a “Moderate Drought.” A megadrought is a prolonged and severe drought, and it has widespread effects on agriculture,Continue reading “Navigating a Megadrought: Steps to Mitigate the Impact on Families, Animals, and Communities”
The Holiday Gift That Keeps on Giving: Subscriptions That Support Sustainable and Ethical Practices
When searching for the perfect holiday gift, we often seek something meaningful and long-lasting—something that provides value beyond the initial excitement of unwrapping. Subscription services that align with sustainable and ethical practices make an excellent choice, offering thoughtful, ongoing contributions to a better world. From eco-friendly products to organic food and fair trade coffee, theseContinue reading “The Holiday Gift That Keeps on Giving: Subscriptions That Support Sustainable and Ethical Practices”
Intentional Spending: How Your Choices Can Shape Society
In today’s consumer-driven world, it’s easy to overlook the impact our spending habits have on the larger societal and environmental framework. Every dollar we spend is essentially a vote—a vote for the kind of world we want to live in. The concept of intentional spending suggests that by being mindful of where and how weContinue reading “Intentional Spending: How Your Choices Can Shape Society”
Garlic Honey & Fire Cider: Two Home Remedies to Keep in Stock
As we enter the cooler months, colds and flus begin making their seasonal rounds, prompting many to seek natural remedies that bolster the immune system and fend off illnesses. Garlic honey and fire cider are two such remedies, renowned not only for their potent health benefits but also for their simplicity and the ease withContinue reading “Garlic Honey & Fire Cider: Two Home Remedies to Keep in Stock”
