With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, most people are already starting to think about how they’re going to show that special someone some love. And whilst there’ll always be room for the traditional flowers and chocolates (and cuddly teddy bear), have you ever considered choosing a gift that shows the planet some love at … Read more
Now more than ever there is a need for us to have more purpose and meaning in our lives, in our jobs and in the brands that we are attracted to. Younger generations that are entering the workforce want to connect with an employer who has a real purpose. Companies that don’t have a clear … Read more
Living consciously is a lifestyle is not something you do just once, but a habit that you can form for the rest of your life. Consider your impact on the world. How does what you do, what you consume, and how you live, impact the environment? How does it impact people in the Developing World? … Read more
There are certainly some great reasons to buy more second-hand, above just saving money. There is a positive impact on the environment – you are extending the life-cycle of a product which puts less strain on the environment as it helps slow down the rate of excessive consumption, which means less waste and emissions. Along-side … Read more
Well, the good news is that you don’t need to wear your underpants on the outside! As we teeter on the edge of society as we know it, with COVID 19 causing chaos to our manmade world, the natural world has crept into the spotlight some more. We are all now aware of how our carbon … Read more
Upcycling Furniture. As we enter our third nationwide lockdown here in the UK, you may be looking for yet another new activity to fill your time or even just to provide a change in scenery. With that, I thought I’d share some tips with you on something that started out as a hobby and an … Read more
While we are at home after the festivities now is the ideal time to think about de-cluttering life ready for the new year. The key to a successful tidy is to tackle your home in an order, to keep only the things you really love and to do it once and fast. Once you have … Read more
Some of us haven’t appreciated the art of shopping second hand and the thought of buying something used, for some, can be off-putting. Often, we associate people who shop second hand, with people who have very little money. And, some of us just like things fresh out of the packaging, sparkly and new. However, this … Read more
This New Year’s celebrations on 31st December will look very different around the world. But celebrating with others is a treat that makes the new start joyful. Remeber it’s our new year but for others that is a very differnt date. Chinese New Year on 10th February 2024. And 2024 is the year of the … Read more
As winter creeps up and Christmas is on the horizon it may be time to change gear. This year, with parties and pubs being an unlikely marker in your diary, could be the moment to try Hygge. (unless you still have an appetite for zooming !) Hygge is a Danish and Norwegian word for a … Read more