Living Light
Sustainable Changes & Relationships
My lovely husband, partner, &best friend has been so patient in this journey to eco-minimalism. We have figured out a few compromises and shared a few choice words, but overall he has been supportive of changes. Here are some tips that I have learned while switching to minimalist living during our first years of marriage:
Boundaries for Social Media
I have found instagram in particular to be a space that is positive, affirming, and creative for me to express myself and build community. Especially during the pandemic, it’s served as a goofy distraction and inspirnig tool for learning and laughing. However, when my mind begins ruminating over “what ifs”, “if only”, and other methods…
A Minimal Space Story
I learned to be mindful of my surroundings and slowly acknowledge what the space truly needs. Slow and simply living in the home reminds me of its purpose. . .
10 Ways to Start Living Sustainably Without Buying Anything
one of the greatest factors in simply living and eco-minimalism practice has nothing to do with purchasing items or services. Rather, adopting a fresh mindset and using what you already have can make create change in your habits and routine that will set you up for more sustainable practices. Plus, you actually SAVE money in…
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Homemade Nutella
You’ll need… 8 oz hazelnuts toasted 1 cup powdered sugar 1/3 cup cocoa powder 2 tablespoons neutral flavored oil like avocado, coconut, or grape seed 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 teaspoon salt 1/4 cup melted chocolate Here is how you’ll make it happen! Roast your hazelnuts until you can smell em and rub in a towel… Continue reading Homemade Nutella
6 Sustainable Toiletry Swaps I Made in 2020
Here are 6 sustainable swaps I made in 2020, Bamboo toothbrush…
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Origins
I’m certainly not a chef or a baker, that’s my husband Daniel. But, the longing to be surrounded by simple, intentional spaces is me to the core. In my most vulnerable and needy moments, I seek these spaces out. Like many, it took me a while to discover the comforts of a stable place to…
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I write and share about my own lifestyle changes and experiences in order to connect with you through sustainable and intentional living…
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