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Why being Eco-friendly is more affordable than you think

Why being Eco-friendly is more affordable than you think

by Lyn Lapworth

How it all began In October 2020 a friend of mine made a comment about how she thought being eco-friendly was expensive. This was a real light bulb moment – there and then, I knew I had to do something to prove otherwise. I had 2 young children and as a family...
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Today feels different. I feel different. And it Today feels different. I feel different. And it seems, so do the ladies who joined @shehnaaz_latif and I for our S L O W Living retreat yesterday. From the very start of the day, it was evident just how much these ladies needed to slow down and reset. Emotions were raw, the honesty was brave. I feel so incredibly privileged to have shared a space where these ladies felt safe enough to share their vulnerability. We all opened our hearts, ready to live with a little more intention and a lot more presence. Our shared experience feels like we've created a bond for life. I am so grateful to Shehnaaz - always a calming presence in my life. To the ladies who opened their hearts to the idea of Slow Living, a heartfelt thank you for joining us and making this day so special. And last but not least, to Jane and Daisy from the @roundhousehaven for creating a slice of paradise. It's truly the perfect venue for a few precious hours of mindfulness and reflection. Time in nature is a powerful thing. #slowliving #reflection #bepresent
A quote, wrongly attributed to Albert Einstein, re A quote, wrongly attributed to Albert Einstein, reads "Insanity is doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results" This could easily apply to the performance of the England team last night. While our footballers are showing greater resilience, their expectation that they can go 1-0 up and spend the rest of the game defending the lead has never worked. Why should we expect them to 'bring it home' when, for the majority of the tournament, the performances haven't been good enough? We've been good, and I would argue that our mentality has improved under Thomas Tuchel. But this was his first tournament in charge so he's yet to learn how hard the England's men's team like to make it, for themselves, and for us as fans. He has his work cut out to create a team that finally delivers the results we all want to see. We could also apply this quote to our current behaviour - and expectations that global warming will not be as bad as we fear. We simply cannot continue with this 'business as usual' mentality. There is nothing usual about the weather we've seen over the last few years - the last couple of years particularly. "We are right now living in a time of historic and unprecedented change, and in terms of temperature, on annual, seasonal, monthly and daily timescales, this evidence shows the climate of the 20th Century has now gone," said Mike Kendon, Met Office climate information scientist. We all have a responsibility to change. We all know global warming will continue to worsen, bringing more extreme weather conditions with it. If you're currently struggling to function in this summer's heatwaves, how will you cope in another 20-30 years when average temperatures will be higher still? So let me leave you with another quote "the best time to act on climate change was 40 years ago, the next best time to act is now" #timetochange #thefutureishere #peoplepower
I think it's time to be different. It's time to fe I think it's time to be different. It's time to feel different. Every school holidays, as a mum and business owner, it's almost a custom that we guilt trip ourselves. When we're focused on the business, we feel guilty that we should be spending more time with the kids. When we spend time with the kids, we feel guilty as we should be working on the business. It's time to stop. We're falling in to the trap of trying to be everything to everyone. Let's give ourselves a break. If we reframe this time differently, everyone will benefit. It's time to be present. When we're at work, we concentrate on delivering our best and making the most of that time. When we're with the children, they're given our full attention. There's no "oh, I just need to... " or "I really should be..." We live in the moment. This way, our business benefits, our children benefit and we feel like we're being better versions of ourselves. Being present is the focus of the Slow Living philosophy. We don't allow ourselves enough time to just take everything in as we're always planning ahead thinking about the next thing, then the next. Maybe you just need to plan time just be. This coming Sunday 19th July, we'll be practicing being present and focusing on the moment at our Slow Living retreat. A beautiful space to breathe and slow down. The best news is, you still have time to join us. Head to my bio to secure your space. It's time just to be. #slowliving #inthemoment #beingpresent
This morning, I made the wrong decision. I threw This morning, I made the wrong decision. I threw on the short sleeved dress I'd been wearing - but quickly realised it was MUCH cooler today. I braved it for an hour or so, but eventually caved and pulled on my favourite hoodie. Today feels like a 'normal' British summer day. Only the headlines this morning showed our summer has been anything but normal. You won't be surprised to hear that. We're bracing ourselves for yet another heatwave in the UK. But this mornings headline focused on the impact on these heatwaves for us. Over the course of the May and June heatwaves, an estimate shows around 2700 died due to the heat. The study estimates that around 550 people died as a result of the heat between 21 and 29 May, and nearly 2,200 died between 18 and 28 June in England and Wales. In France, in just the June heatwave another 2000+ people lost their lives. Doing what we can to be more eco friendly is ultimately going to save lives. And I know that feels big. I know the idea of reducing your impact feels out of reach. But trust me when I say that every single change that everyone of us makes, adds up. And the best example of that is happening right now. #plasticfreejuly is a global initiative that sees 174 million people from across 190 countries take part. It the perfect demonstration of cumulative impact. Those 174 million people decided to make simple changes on reducing plastic. You can be a part of the solution too. Drop RAMP in the comments and I'll share the details on how we can work together, to help guide you on making small changes too. #smallchangesmatter #peoplepower #inthistogether
Yesterday, I was reminded of the power of conversa Yesterday, I was reminded of the power of conversation. I was having a long planned chat with the fabulous Gemma Kettle @teapotflowers where we shared how our businesses were born. Gemma used to be a teacher - however a conversation outside the school gates prompted her to make the move from teaching, to floristry. What makes Gemma stand out from the crowd, is that she also grows the majority of her own flowers, without the use of pesticides AND provides them plastic free. Naturally, I love this approach. The conversation with Gemma also reminded me of the need to start sharing more positivity - something I used to do every Friday, but may have slipped a little recently. 😊 So the good news is that #goodnewsfriday will be returning! In the meantime, let me share the 4 key areas of your life where the more sustainable choice will save you money. ✅ Buying preloved - this market has boomed in recent years. From clothing, to pet accessories (really! - check out Vinted) you can save money by choosing the preloved ootion ✅ Saving energy - a hot topic again. By reducing energy use - of which I have MANY simple tips - you will be saving money by reducing your carbon emissions ✅ Switching to reusables - a small investment up front will save you money over time. If you used your own water bottle every week, instead of buying a bottle of water in town, you'll save over a pound a time, meaning at least a £50 saving each year. The trick is remembering to take it with you! ✅ Reducing food waste - this will save you a fortune. With the impacts of global warming reaping havoc with our food production, costs will only continue to rise. By introducing a 'use it all up' recipe at the end of each week, before the next food shop, you can reduce your spend. Ideas such as homemade pasta sauce, smoothies, soups, (maybe not at the moment though!) homemade cakes (carrot, banana, courgette) help use up your fruit or veg. So there you go. Proof you can make more eco-friendly choices on a budget. #goodnews #goodnewsfriday #savemoney #savemoneylivebetter
I'm bracing myself... Today, my children finish I'm bracing myself... Today, my children finish school for the summer holidays. Don't get me wrong, I obviously love my kids - and I'm really looking forward to living without the morning rush... However, it's usually down to me to make sure they're entertained EVERY DAY. It's down to me to make lunch, to run them places and to make sure they don't just sit staring at their phones for the next few weeks. All the while, I also have to keep the business alive. Some much needed time out is planned. In just over a weeks time, on Sunday 19th July, I'll be co-hosting our Slow Living retreat with the fabulous Shehnaaz Latif - a day I've been dreaming of for some time. We'll be sharing a cacao ceremony, enjoying time in the shade of the woodland, celebrating nature and above all else, being present. After last years retreat, I felt lighter for days afterwards. A sense of calm had been restored. A few hours away from the demands of day to day life was a powerful reminder of how important planning time for ourselves really is. Are you in need of some time for you? The link to join us is in my bio. #slowdown #timeforyou #sliceofheaven
We've sprung a leak. My son came running up to me We've sprung a leak. My son came running up to me yesterday and announced there was a pool of water on the floor. The leak was coming from the mains pipe where it enters the house. As it's beneath the floor, it's out of reach for an easy fix. Of course. While we're waiting for the emergency plumber, we've had to turn the mains water supply off. And that's when it really hits home just how reliant we are on having running water. We did reconnect the water this morning in order to shower, fill jugs and watering cans - and have our morning cup of tea, but the water was then turned off again. So I'm left working at home without a supply of running water. Every day, we shower, we make drinks, we flush the loo, wash our hands, wash our fruit and veg, cook on the hob etc etc. without a second thought. But what if that water supply ran out? Cast your mind back to the drought we experienced in the UK last spring and summer. Then think about how little rain we've had this summer. If you look at the forecast, there's no rain due for at least another week. This is the pattern we'll see more and more often. We're also placing a huge strain on global water supplies due to cooling of vast data centres and thirsty cotton plantations. A huge lake in Kazakhstan is disappearing due to the demands of a nearby cotton plantation. The Aral sea was once the fourth largest lake in the world - it's surface area has shrunk by 60%, it's volume by 80%, since the introduction of the cotton fields. Then there's the demand by avocado plantations. For each single avocado produced, water consumption is between 140 and 272 litres (so please please do not waste any avocado you buy!) I could go on, but you get the picture. We are heading for global water poverty. So next time you leave the tap running while you're brushing your teeth, or running the shower faster than you need to, maybe stop and think about how you'd cope if your water supply dried up. It's not much fun. #watershortage #workingfromhome #lifeofabusinessowner
Often, starting is the hardest thing. Just starti Often, starting is the hardest thing. Just starting something you haven't tried before can feel too hard. With the mental load we carry, it's even more daunting. And when it comes to trying to be more eco friendly, with the vast amounts of information out there, it feels like an uphill struggle. I can put your mind at rest. It's nowhere near as difficult to start tweaking your mindset. So here are my top 3 tips to get you started. 1. Look after everything you already own. Yes, it's that simple. By maintaining your devices, appliances, looking after your clothes etc etc you'll make them last longer. This means you'll need to buy less which then saves you money. Being less consumerism is a huge step in the right direction. 2. Start where you are. I know it sounds obvious, but even the smallest step forward will boost your confidence, encouraging you to take another step, then another. This can be as simple as turning the tap off while you're brushing your teeth or turning the temperature of the shower down a degree or two. 3. Do what you can. Stop putting pressure on yourself to do everything perfectly. For a start, there is no 'perfect' when it comes to being more eco-friendly. We all have an impact every day. Just look to make a little progress each week, or each month. Your progress, combined with the progress of millions of people across the planet, all counts. And there is support at hand if you'd like to stop guessing. If you're sick of the uncertainty around the best decisions to make and are ready to start feeling confident about the difference you can make, doors are now open for the next intake of my RAMP up your Sustainability program. Come and join a fabulous group of people who all share the same mission. And let me show you just how easy and affordable living a more eco-friendly lifestyle can be. Drop me a RAMP in the comments for more details. #ecofriendlyliving #peoplepower #progressnotperfection👌
Did you stay up? Despite being sports fans in our Did you stay up? Despite being sports fans in our house, we did NOT stay up to watch the England game in the early hours of this morning. I had clients booked in today and needed to be coherent! However, part of me wishes I had watched the game. Their game plan all came together. Despite many things counting against them - the high altitude, the fact their opponents hardly ever lose at that ground, the uncertainty on when the game was actually going to be played, going down to 10 men etc etc. the boys came good. They worked hard as a team. Really really hard. Their collective efforts in defense were the best we've seen so far in the World Cup. And they got the job done. While I don't believe they'll win the World Cup, I do believe they have a leader this team will give everything for. And this result was the perfect demonstration. When we work collectively, with strong leadership - great things happen (you see where I'm going with this) And whether you realise it or not - this IS happening. And it's happening globally. I'm not suggesting we have strong political leadership - if only - however I am saying there are strong business leaders, strong famous faces using their influence for the most important global issue we've ever faced. There are strong leaders everywhere. They are out there - and in ever growing numbers. We are making huge progress on sustainability. For my part, (not suggesting in the slightest I'm a leader, but I'm doing what I can) - I help you make small changes to everyday habits, in order to live a more eco-friendly lifestyle. I'm passionate about showing how easy and affordable introducing sustainable habits can be. Through my RAMP up your Sustainability program, we have monthly sessions, each on a different topic, such as Cleaning and Laundry, Energy saving, Recycling and Technology. You also have me on hand for support in between sessions - in particular through my unique personal eco shopper service, giving you the knowledge you'll never be greenwashed again! 😉 Drop RAMP in the comments for more details. 💚
There's sooo much going on right now! Ordinarily, There's sooo much going on right now! Ordinarily, I'd be ready to go and lie down in a dark room - however I'm just too excited. I've never been more determined, more focused and more passionate about my work. The number of people looking for help with living more sustainably is growing - and I'm here for it! Whether their motivation is removing toxins from their home, wanting to buy from more ethical businesses or simply wondering how on earth they reduce their impact on our struggling planet - I can help. You can't live a sustainably focused life for 15+ years without gathering the knowledge needed to help others do the same. So I am thrilled to announce that the doors are now open for the next intake of my RAMP up your Sustainability program. This is a series of themed monthly sessions on topics such as Energy saving, Cleaning and Laundry and Reducing Food waste - all designed to help you make Realistic Affordable Manageable and Practical changes to your everyday habits. And my clients - past and present are living proof of the cumulative impact we can make. If you'd like to know more, comment RAMP below and we'll set up a chat to answer all your questions. #bemoreeco #ecotips #ecofriendlyliving
⭐ Where are my deadline dancers? ⭐ The deadline f ⭐ Where are my deadline dancers? ⭐ The deadline for signing up to my Send Plastic Packing session is tomorrow at 1pm! If you're sick of seeing all the plastic packing in your bin, this is for you. If you're an animal lover, this is for you - we know plastic waste is harming our wildlife. And if you're aware just how much we're exposing ourselves to microplastics - and would like to protect your health, this is for you. Pop over to the link in my to secure your seat. And if you're not free tomorrow at 7.30pm, fear not, I will be recording it to send you afterwards - along with a helpful handout containing links to the many brands and products I'll be recommending in the session - worth the ticket price alone! 😉 Come and join the plastic solution revolution. #plasticswaps #simpletips #plasticfree
This week sees the start of the big one. I'm very This week sees the start of the big one. I'm very aware how easy it is to fall in to the trap of thinking " what difference can I make, I'm just 1 person?" We're a tiny drop in a huge ocean. However, your tiny drop combines with one of your friends buying preloved clothes, maybe the person down the street trying to improve their recycling, added to the business buddy who installed solar panels etc etc. And together, we're creating a sea of change (see what I did there) For me, there is no greater proof that individual actions matter than @plasticfreejuly Plastic Free July was created 15 years ago by the Plastic Free Foundation, a not-for-profit organisation committed to helping end plastic waste by empowering people to avoid single-use plastic. Their impact report for 2025 alone shows that a massive 174 million people across 190 countries avoided 13kg of plastic waste each. This adds up to a phenomenal 290 million kgs of plastic waste that's been avoided. And over the last 7 years alone, participants have collectively avoided 15 million tonnes of waste. So you will never be 'just 1 person' The tide is turning. Why wouldn't you join us? There's no expectation to banish plastic completely, but by reducing it as much as possible from your home, your joining a worldwide movement. If you're ready to take practical action, and would like guidance on where to start, join my Send Plastic Packing session this Wednesday 1st at 7.30pm (or receive the recording if you can't make it live) I'll be showing you how to make realistic and lasting change that works for you. And you'll also come away with a handout containing a list of links to brands and businesses that will help you on your way. Head to the link in my bio. Tickets are available until Wednesday at 1pm. Come and be a part of the plastic pollution solution. 💪 #reduceplastic #plasticpollutionsolution #simplesteps
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