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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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My cup is full to the brim! Being a solo business My cup is full to the brim! Being a solo business owner can feel like a lonely journey sometimes. The most powerful remedy for me has been networking. I cannot begin to tell you how many incredible people I've had the privilege to meet over the last few years. One of my very favourite people is Meeta Darji @naturallynourishedwithmeeta Her passion for improving our lives through mindset work, EFT and through bringing together a gorgeous group of wellness professionals is a source of inspiration. This morning was our monthly meet up and, following Meeta's lead, we all shared our vulnerability- as she has created a space that feels safe enough for us to be honest and open. And the support we all receive in return means we no longer feel alone, or stuck, or lost. Its so powerful and I feel genuinely privileged to be a part of this group. As a member, I also had the opportunity to share my passion for my business and the journey that bought me to where I am today. And looking through the photos Meeta kindly shared with me - I clearly wave my hands around a LOT when I'm sharing my passion. And if that wasn't enough to leave me feeling grateful for deep connections, I then went on the meet up with Keira from Positive Chamge hypnotherapy - we've met so much this year, but only online so it was so good to catch up in person. And we really covered all the topics! And before we knew it 1.5hrs had flown by, the true sign of an instant connection. So today I'm feeling extra fortunate for the fabulous people in my world.
Today is 1 of my favourite days of the year. And Today is 1 of my favourite days of the year. And it's got nothing to do with fireworks or bonfires. Today is the final of the Earthshot prize. Inspired by President John F. Kennedy’s 1962 ‘Moonshot’ to land a man on the moon within a decade, The @earthshotprize was founded by HRH Prince William in 2020 to spark the same spirit of collective ambition for our planet. Since it's launch in 2021, the Earthshot prize has awarded £1m every year to the winners in 5 categories - Protect and Restore nature Clean our Air Revive our Oceans Build a Waste Free World Fix our Climate And let me tell you, it's the dose of hope and inspiration you never knew you needed. The innovation and dedication of all the nominees and finalists is simply awe inspiring. Amongst this years finalists is the City of Bogotá which has implemented bold clean air policies to cut air pollution by 24% since 2018, redesigning how 8 million people move and live, and building a healthier, greener city. Another finalist, Lagos Fashion Week is transforming one of the world’s most wasteful industries by creating a new fashion economy: one rooted in purpose, sustainability and cultural integrity. Over in Australia, Quay Quarter Tower, the world’s first fully upcycled skyscraper, shows how retrofitting high-rise towers can replace demolition, cut waste and carbon and offer a blueprint for sustainable urban growth. Volunteers, scientists, innovators - people from all walks of life in all parts of the planet are fighting to repair this Earth that we rely on for everything we need in order to live a healthy stable life. Why would you not want to watch? In the UK, you can catch the Awards on BBC iPlayer from November 8. It will inspire you and bring you more hope. And if you're left feeling like you want to make changes, but aren't sure where to start, my Sustainable Gift shopping session is just what you need. Empowering you in how to shop more consciously, gifting presents that are more memorable and meaningful - and helping you reduce waste and support small businesses - I have everything covered. So join me at 8pm on Tuesday 18th November to find out how easy it is to do your bit.
Today is 1 of my favourite days of the year. And Today is 1 of my favourite days of the year. And it's got nothing to do with fireworks or bonfires. Today is the final of the Earthshot prize. Inspired by President John F. Kennedy’s 1962 ‘Moonshot’ to land a man on the moon within a decade, The @earthshotprize was founded by HRH Prince William in 2020 to spark the same spirit of collective ambition for our planet. Since it's launch in 2021, the Earthshot prize has awarded £1m every year to the winners in 5 categories - Protect and Restore nature Clean our Air Revive our Oceans Build a Waste Free World Fix our Climate And let me tell you, it's the dose of hope and inspiration you never knew you needed. The innovation and dedication of all the nominees and finalists is simply awe inspiring. Amongst this years finalists is the City of Bogotá which has implemented bold clean air policies to cut air pollution by 24% since 2018, redesigning how 8 million people move and live, and building a healthier, greener city. Another finalist, Lagos Fashion Week is transforming one of the world’s most wasteful industries by creating a new fashion economy: one rooted in purpose, sustainability and cultural integrity. Over in Australia, Quay Quarter Tower, the world’s first fully upcycled skyscraper, shows how retrofitting high-rise towers can replace demolition, cut waste and carbon and offer a blueprint for sustainable urban growth. Volunteers, scientists, innovators - people from all walks of life in all parts of the planet are fighting to repair this Earth that we rely on for everything we need in order to live a healthy stable life. Why would you not want to watch? In the UK, you can catch the Awards on BBC iPlayer from November 8. It will inspire you and bring you more hope. And if you're left feeling like you want to make changes, but aren't sure where to start, my Sustainable Gift shopping session is just what you need. Empowering you in how to shop more consciously, gifting presents that are more memorable and meaningful - and helping you reduce waste and support small businesses - I have everything covered. So join me at 8pm on Tuesday 18th November to find out how easy it is to do your bit.
Oops. I did a thing. Something I very rarely do. Oops. I did a thing. Something I very rarely do. I bought something on impulse. 🫣 This is not an easy admission to make as I'm so careful about what I buy, who I buy from - and I try to wait as long as possible to make sure it's something I NEED before actually making the purchase. However, I am human. So after watching an ad on Instagram for these Flash Hammers, I quickly snapped up 2 - 1 for each car. These gadgets help you to break the window if your car ever ends up underwater. Not a nice thought- but as I have 2 children- and with instances of flooding on the increase, my reaction was that for the sake of £30 I could save our lives. Sounds dramatic, I know, but I did not want to regret not buying them. So I impulse bought. It's so easy to do isn't it? So I'm here to help you avoid those impulse purchases in the run up to Christmas. I'm here to help you make more eco-friendly gift choices I have so many suggestions for more meaningful and memorable Christmas gift ideas. On 18th November at 8pm I'll be hosting my Sustainable Gift shopping session and I'd love you to join. From the comfort of your own home, I'll help you tick off gift suggestions for all your friends and family. I'll also be on hand to help you for 4 weeks after the session with my personal eco shopper service. All for just £36. Scan the QR code or head to the bio to save your seat.
I could watch these for hours. Keeping chickens a I could watch these for hours. Keeping chickens and ducks was the thing I never thought I needed, until I moved in with my now husband 18 years ago. He had 2 lavender bantams, the small chickens with the fluffy feet. I was smitten. And we've had these gorgeous, funny and entertaining creatures in our lives ever since. They're actually my excuse to escape the screen when I'm working, and during Lockdown, when I needed a few minutes to myself, the chooks and ducks were my place to find some peace. They all have different personalities and it's even been proven that chickens display empathy. 😍 As well as being good for my mental health, they're also great for reducing food waste! Any leftover scraps are given to them and disappear in seconds. Other than carrots. For some reason, they're just not a fan. In 2010, a town in Limburg, Belgium, experimented with distributing chickens to around 2000 volunteer families - with a commitment they could not give them away or use them as food for at least two years. The results were phenomenal - in the first month, local landfills recorded 45,000kg less food being sent to landfill. This is a huge environmental win as food waste will emit methane when sent to landfill, which is a more potent greenhouse gas the carbon dioxide. Chickens, will eat everything from vegetable peels, rice and pasta to fruit scraps - and in return provide high-quality eggs as a thank you. There are many fabulous organisations in the UK that rescue chickens from farms that would otherwise send them for slaughter at just 18 months old - they can easily live to 3 years. Seems like an all round win to me.
I could watch these for hours. Keeping chickens a I could watch these for hours. Keeping chickens and ducks was the thing I never thought I needed, until I moved in with my now husband 18 years ago. He had 2 lavender bantams, the small chickens with the fluffy feet. I was smitten. And we've had these gorgeous, funny and entertaining creatures in our lives ever since. They're actually my excuse to escape the screen when I'm working, and during Lockdown, when I needed a few minutes to myself, the chooks and ducks were my place to find some peace. They all have different personalities and it's even been proven that chickens display empathy. 😍 As well as being good for my mental health, they're also great for reducing food waste! Any leftover scraps are given to them and disappear in seconds. Other than carrots. For some reason, they're just not a fan. In 2010, a town in Limburg, Belgium, experimented with distributing chickens to around 2000 volunteer families - with a commitment they could not give them away or use them as food for at least two years. The results were phenomenal - in the first month, local landfills recorded 45,000kg less food being sent to landfill. This is a huge environmental win as food waste will emit methane when sent to landfill, which is a more potent greenhouse gas the carbon dioxide. Chickens, will eat everything from vegetable peels, rice and pasta to fruit scraps - and in return provide high-quality eggs as a thank you. There are many fabulous organisations in the UK that rescue chickens from farms that would otherwise send them for slaughter at just 18 months old - they can easily live to 3 years. Seems like an all round win to me.
Hope. Remember that? Hope for a better world and Hope. Remember that? Hope for a better world and a brighter future. We've become so 'head down' and focused on the day to day grind that we forget to lift our heads and see what's really going. Today, I lifted my head. Today, I spent the day surrounded by like minded people from a wide variety of backgrounds, industries and motivations at the @sustainability_unconference - The Midlands' Sustainability UnConference. The Unconference was set up to bring together any Midlands based individuals in order to discuss everything from system change to how we spark joy in degrowth. While we were all very much on the same page, hearing so many different perspectives and experiences was fascinating. The action taken by the individuals in that room alone is enough to inspire hope. Being surrounded by dozens of passionate action takers has been a vital reminder of the progress being made that we just don't have an awareness of. Progress IS being made. Action IS being taken - and by so many everyday folk. Thanks so much to Aaron Mckellar @inspirepromoproducts for the invitation and to @drvickylofthouse for always being fabulous company. I've left invigorated and encouraged - and with even more hope than I had yesterday.
This morning, I drank a cold cup of tea. In betwe This morning, I drank a cold cup of tea. In between unpacking after a couple of days away, making breakfast, tidying up after breakfast, 'encouraging' my kids to get dressed as its half term week and and and.... (all the things) drinking my tea while it was still warm clearly was a bit ambitious! Running a household while the kids are at home is not easy. While you're busy tidying up 1 area, they're busy making a mess of another room. And then there's the bills to pay, food to buy, dinnera to plan, friends to try and visit - and somewhere in there - attempting to run a business. It's a lot. Fortunately, my parents then took the kids out for lunch and I had an hour being coached by the sensational @dawnowencoach who helped me sort my thoughts and left me feeling much less stressed. Having someone help with our mental load cannot be underestimated. That's why signing up for my Sustainable Gift shopping session is such a no brainer. Not only does the 1 hr session inspire you with different Gift suggestions, giving you back some headspace, I also help source said gifts for you. So mark 18th November at 8pm in your diary, as time for you. This is an investment in yourself. Freeing up even a small.amount of time in the run up to Christmas is invaluable. For £36, this is too good to be missed. Booking link is in my bio...
Did you find time to rest over the weekend? Tradi Did you find time to rest over the weekend? Traditionally, the 2 days 'off' are for rest and relaxation. But how often do you actually put your feet up for? With working all week, weekends tend to be the time we catch up on jobs - the housework, the shopping etc all need to be done before we feel we're 'entitled' to have a break. And the pressure is set to build. On top of all the usual jobs, there is the new list of deciding what to buy everyone for Christmas, and then finding it. It feels harder than ever to come up with original ideas. Fear not, help is at hand. In November, I am hosting my pnline Sustainable Gift shopping session. It's full of inspiration, places to research more sustainable options and even how to reduce all the 'stuff' - giving you time back after the big day itself. And the £36 investment includes my personal eco shopper service, so you'll have me to hand after the session to help you source more eco-friendly options of those gifts on your list. Check out the details - link is in my bio.
Did you find time to rest over the weekend? Tradi Did you find time to rest over the weekend? Traditionally, the 2 days 'off' are for rest and relaxation. But how often do you actually put your feet up for? With working all week, weekends tend to be the time we catch up on jobs - the housework, the shopping etc all need to be done before we feel we're 'entitled' to have a break. And the pressure is set to build. On top of all the usual jobs, there is the new list of deciding what to buy everyone for Christmas, and then finding it. It feels harder than ever to come up with original ideas. Fear not, help is at hand. In November, I am hosting my pnline Sustainable Gift shopping session. It's full of inspiration, places to research more sustainable options and even how to reduce all the 'stuff' - giving you time back after the big day itself. And the £36 investment includes my personal eco shopper service, so you'll have me to hand after the session to help you source more eco-friendly options of those gifts on your list. Check out the details - link is in my bio.
Today is one of those days... Its the type of day Today is one of those days... Its the type of day our grandma or mum would say is 'a good laundry day' When its bright and breezy, we kbow its ideal for hanging our washing out as it will dry much more quickly. However, there's another reason it's a good laundry day. When we have a lot of sunshine and wind, it's also good for our renewables. Last time I checked (around lunchtime) the National Grid was only drawing 6.3% of our energy from fossil fuels. And as we closed our last coal plant over a yeat ago, the only fossil fuel we now rely on is gas. If you love your statistics, I can highly recommend heading over to a website called iamkate - created by a rather fabulous lady called Kate Morley. Kate decided she wanted to access information about our energy supply, so created her own website, linked to the grid (with permission!) Alternatively, there's an app called NESO from @neso_energy that you can download to give you a simple overview. But the rule of thumb is, if its bright and breezy, its a good day for renewables. ☀️🌬
We're just over a week away from Halloween which m We're just over a week away from Halloween which means fun for the kids (and some adults!) It means pumpkin carving, apple bobbing and dressing up to go out trick.or treating. But there's a darker side to Halloween too. Staggering amounts of Halloween outfits are discarded every year. This is wasteful enough, but when you consider these outfits are primarily synthetic materials ie. plastic, the environmental damage is worse. These outfits also co tain flame retardant which is a chemical treatment that's bad for our health as well as the health of the environment. Let's get creative and use what we have in our wardrobe. Old sheets are great for mummy outfits, or at very least a good old fashioned ghost costume! Then there's all the food waste. Why??? Not only can the flesh be roasted to make a delicious soup (so many recipes online so there's really no excuse) you can also wash the seeds and store them on a damp paper towel under cover. By simply spraying them with water each day to keep them damp, you can grow your own micro greens. When it's that easy to reduce waste and eat healthily, why wouldn't you? With just a little bit of planning and forethought, we can all do our bit to reduce the frightening impact of Halloween.
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