When many people first become interested in a plant-based diet, they may find it difficult to design meals without meat. This is normal as in the United States we are used to centering meals around animal products. When people crave meat I suspect that they are desiring one or more of three things: a meaty/hearty texture, saltiness or fat.
Read MoreAmericans produce a lot of trash. It is not difficult to do as our lifestyle is one of consumption and disposable items. It’s not because we are bad or inherently evil people that don’t care about the planet. It is just because it is easy, convenient and part of our culture. It may take a little work in the beginning, but changing our habits doesn’t have to be difficult. I want to take you room by room of your house to give you ideas on how you can decrease waste and choose items that are more environmentally sustainable.
Read MoreBefore I tell you about my minimalism journey and how it changed my life, let me point out a few statistics. The United States is a consumerist society. In this country, we are in the habit of purchasing things, even when we can’t really afford it.
Read MoreMy definition minimalism is “living more by having less.” I also really love the minimalists’ definition: “Minimalism is a tool to rid yourself of life’s excesses in favor of focusing on what’s important so you can have happiness, fulfillment, and freedom.”
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