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Creating eco-minimalist, non-toxic homes (without the extra work).
Although minimalism has experienced a rebirth in recent years, the "less is more" movement has been around for centuries. Yet today's minimalist influencers have resurrected minimalism with a decidedly consumerist spin, as modern minimalism is nearly synonymous with decluttering. While there's a lot of chatter about tidying, it's radio silence and crickets when it comes to sustainability.
The result? Aspiring minimalists find themselves on an endless hamster wheel of buying, decluttering, buying more, and purging again. Overemphasizing decluttering and underemphasizing the reasons why we overbuy in the first place is thoroughly inconsistent with slow living as a movement; consumption without intention is terrible for the planet, too.
Your host, Stephanie Seferian, is a stay-at-home/podcast-from-home mom and author who believes that minimalism, eco-friendliness, and non-toxic living are intrinsically intertwined. She's here to explore the topics of conscious consumerism, sustainability, and environmentally-friendly parenting practices with like-minded women; she's here, too, to show you how to curate eco-friendly, decluttered homes (without the extra work).
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Labors Of Love
Last year was the hottest year on record, so it's safe to say that Earth Day as we traditionally celebrate isn't working.
On today's show I suggest what I believe is the antidote to the climate crisis (and I'm willing to bet you won't be able to guess what it is!).
Here's a preview:
[3:45] The Big 5: We know what we should do environment-wise, so why aren't we doing it?
[7:15] Communal care is anti-capitalist, and that's really darn important
[16:30] Here's what research finds re: the relationship between collectivist culture and pro-environmental behaviors
[24:00] If the problem is disconnection, is the solution as simple as authentic reconnection?
[34:00] It's actually not hard at all to pivot from the conventional, negative feedback loop we find ourselves currently in
* A note from Stephanie: No Headlines Friday, and Tuesday's episode will be out next Wednesday!
This show is listener-supported. Thank you for supporting!
Join our (free!) community here.
Find your tribe. Sustainable Minimalists are on Facebook, Instagram + Youtube.
Say hello! MamaMinimalistBoston@gmail.com.
Our Sponsors:
* Thank you to Equilibria! Use code SUSTAINABLE for 15% off sitewide: http://www.myeq.com
* Thank you to LifeStraw! https://lifestraw.com/
* Thank you to My Life In A Book! Use code SUSTAINABLE at checkout for 10% off. https://www.mylifeinabook.com
Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/sustainable-minimalists/exclusive-content
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Labors Of Love (Ad-Free)
Last year was the hottest year on record, so it's safe to say that Earth Day as we traditionally celebrate isn't working.
On today's show I suggest what I believe is the antidote to the climate crisis (and I'm willing to bet you won't be able to guess what it is!).
Here's a preview:
[3:45] The Big 5: We know what we should do environment-wise, so why aren't we doing it?
[7:15] Communal care is anti-capitalist, and that's really darn important
[16:30] Here's what research finds re: the relationship between collectivist culture and pro-environmental behaviors
[24:00] If the problem is disconnection, is the solution as simple as authentic reconnection?
[34:00] Transitioning from negative feedback loop we find ourselves currently in to a positive one
* A note from Stephanie: No Headlines Friday, and Tuesday's episode will be out next Wednesday!
Join our (free!) community here.
Find your tribe. Sustainable Minimalists are on Facebook, Instagram + Youtube.
Say hello! MamaMinimalistBoston@gmail.com. -
Introducing the Zero To Travel Podcast
Finding ways to travel on your terms can be a challenge. We’ve become fans of the Zero To Travel podcast and hope you check it out too.
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The Great Connector
Reminder! Our hands can do more than type and text. In fact, they can grow things.
On today's show — and in honor of National Gardening Day! — permaculture expert Kareen Erbe lists countless tangible and intangible benefits associated with active participation in your local growing community; she also offers practical suggestions for getting off our screens and reengaging with the natural world.
Here's a preview:
[8:00] Industrializing our food systems has benefits, sure. But in doing so, what have we sacrificed?
[19:00] Industrial agriculture is the problem, but agriculture is also the solution
[23:00] Don't want to grow anything? You don't have to! Here's how to best invest in your *local* food systems
[27:00] It's not that local, organic food is so expensive; it's that corporate, industrialized food is too cheap
[31:00] The 5 S-es: Scalable tips for newbie growers
[35:00] Kids who grow kale eat kale!
Resources mentioned:
Episode #447: No Topsoils, No Food
Kareen on Instagram
This show is listener-supported. Thank you for supporting!
Join our (free!) community here.
Find your tribe. Sustainable Minimalists are on Facebook, Instagram + Youtube.
Say hello! MamaMinimalistBoston@gmail.com.
Our Sponsors:
* Thank you to Equilibria! Use code SUSTAINABLE for 15% off sitewide: http://www.myeq.com
* Thank you to LifeStraw! https://lifestraw.com/
* Thank you to My Life In A Book! Use code SUSTAINABLE at checkout for 10% off. https://www.mylifeinabook.com
Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/sustainable-minimalists/exclusive-content
Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy -
The Great Connector (Extended)
Reminder! Our hands can do more than type and text. In fact, they can grow things.
On today's show — and in honor of National Gardening Day! — permaculture expert Kareen Erbe lists countless tangible and intangible benefits associated with active participation in your local growing community; she also offers practical suggestions for getting off our screens and reengaging with the natural world.
Here's a preview:
[8:00] Industrializing our food systems has benefits, sure. But in doing so, what have we sacrificed?
[19:00] Industrial agriculture is the problem, but agriculture is also the solution
[23:00] Don't want to grow anything? You don't have to! Here's how to best invest in your *local* food systems
[27:00] It's not that local, organic food is so expensive; it's that corporate, industrialized food is too cheap
[31:00] The 5 S-es: Scalable tips for newbie growers
[35:00] Kids who grow kale eat kale!
Resources mentioned:
Episode #447: No Topsoils, No Food
Kareen on Instagram
This show is listener-supported. Thank you for supporting!
Join our (free!) community here.
Find your tribe. Sustainable Minimalists are on Facebook, Instagram + Youtube.
Say hello! MamaMinimalistBoston@gmail.com. -
HEADLINES: Geoengineering
Identifying 5 expensive and downright impractical geoengineering ideas designed to curb global warming:
[5:30] 2 direct carbon capture projects (one of which plans to drill more oil)
[8:30] A gigantic umbrella in space?
[10:00] Adding iron to the ocean in hopes of spurring algae blooms
[13:00] Sending sulfur dioxide into the atmosphere in weather balloons, oh my
Resources mentioned:
This show is listener-supported. Thank you for supporting!
Join our (free!) community here.
Find your tribe. Sustainable Minimalists are on Facebook, Instagram + Youtube.
Say hello! MamaMinimalistBoston@gmail.com.
Our Sponsors:
* Thank you to Equilibria! Use code SUSTAINABLE for 15% off sitewide: http://www.myeq.com
* Thank you to LifeStraw! https://lifestraw.com/
* Thank you to My Life In A Book! Use code SUSTAINABLE at checkout for 10% off. https://www.mylifeinabook.com
Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/sustainable-minimalists/exclusive-content
Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Customer Reviews
Something new each week
Thank you Stephanie for the quality work you provide. The information you present is highly valuable.
Everything you need to live sustainably and minimally
Informative, empowering and the key to a higher quality life and better planet.
Thank you
I always learn something new each time I listen. Thank you for reinforcing that it is important to have a growth mindset. Keep creating!
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