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Sustainable Minimalists

Stephanie Seferian

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

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Secondhand Sunday

Sustainable Minimalists ·

2023/11/21

Is that Christmas in the air, or is it capitalism?There's no doubt about it: overconsumption degrades the planet. Enter Secondhand Sunday, a new-ish shopping holiday that's nestled between Black Friday and Cyber Monday. It's dedicated to all-things thrifted and redirects shoppers away from mass consumption and toward pre-loved items instead. On today's show Poshmark's Kelly Mason inspires us to think differently about shopping during the holidays.(P.S. Are you putting up your

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HEADLINES: A Climate Report Breakdown

Sustainable Minimalists ·

2023/11/17

The enviro-news you need to know for Friday, November 17 2023:[2:45] Climate disasters are expensive, yo[7:30] Earth just experienced its hottest year in 125,000 years[12:00] The planet is "woefully off track" on 41 out of 42 global climate goals 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 HomeThreads! Vist www.homethreads.com/sustainable for 15% off your

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A Minimal-ish Holiday

Sustainable Minimalists ·

2023/11/16

The holidays are meant to be about peace, joy, and togetherness … but they often end up steeped in chaos, rush, and overspending.Not this year! There’s really no better time than right this minute to practice slowing down and getting intentional *before* we say yes to another obligation or hit 'add to cart'.On today's show podcast host Desirae Endres reminds us that the holidays aren't just for kids; they are for us to enjoy too. Here's a preview:[6:30] First things first: We

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Waking up Grateful

Sustainable Minimalists ·

2023/11/14

Are you doing gratitude wrong?So many of us are always waiting for more. But when you greet each moment gratefully? You're always receiving.On today's show author Kristi Nelson offers a mini-formula for grateful living (put this conversation on as you're preparing for Thanksgiving!). Here's a preview:[10:00] It's not happiness that makes us grateful; it's gratefulness that makes us happy (and other research-backed benefits to grateful living)[20:00] Is what once was plenty

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HEADLINES: An Electric Airplane

Sustainable Minimalists ·

2023/11/10

The enviro-news you need to know for Friday, November 10 2023:[00:30] Microplastics are now in clouds; here's what this means[3:00] The leaf blower problem[10:30] The world's first solar SUV has entered the chat[11:00] An electric plane just flew from Vermont to Florida (!) Resources mentioned: Episode #260: The White Gold Rush Join our (free!) community here.Find your tribe. Sustainable Minimalists are on Facebook, Instagram + Youtube.Say hello! MamaMinimalistBoston@gmail.com. Our

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32:40

How To Buy Soap

Sustainable Minimalists ·

2023/11/09

Choosing the right hand soap and body wash isn't *just* about cleanliness. You deserve non-toxic products and our waterways deserve non-polluting ones, so it's really about committing to a higher standard of care.We're likely using soap every day for the rest of our lives; it's prudent, then, to get intentional about this must-have product. On today's show: conscious consumerism in the soap aisle. Here's a preview:[3:00] Are antibacterial/antimicrobial soaps really

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32:34

Sustainable Investing 2.0

Sustainable Minimalists ·

2023/11/07

Perhaps you're a veteran investor, or maybe you're just now starting to financial plan. Either way, where you put your money can substantially increase (or decrease!) your annual carbon footprint. Don't put your money where your mouth is; put it where your values are. On today's show financial consultant Shila Wattamwar leads an advanced level discussion about sustainable investing for the eco-conscious. Here's a preview:[5:00] The sneaky ways you may be funding fossil fuels

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HEADLINES: How To Cool Down A City

Sustainable Minimalists ·

2023/11/03

The enviro-news you need to know for Friday, November 3 2023:[00:30] French cheese, meet climate change[4:00] This is why olive oil is so expensive right now[6:30] Why many scientists are now saying climate change is an all-out 'emergency'[11:00] Cities are notoriously hot. Here are some cutting edge cooling solutions Join our (free!) community here.Find your tribe. Sustainable Minimalists are on Facebook, Instagram + Youtube.Say hello! MamaMinimalistBoston@gmail.com. Our Sponsors:* Thank

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39:14

Just Stop It! (Holiday Decor Edition)

Sustainable Minimalists ·

2023/11/02

Some environmentalists call Christmas the world’s greatest annual environmental disaster, and for good reason: All that cheap, ultra-trendy decor adds up. On today's show: getting intentional about our holiday decorations once and for all. Here's a preview:[3:00] Let's talk numbers: How much do Americans spend each year on holiday decor?[10:00] 3 ways in which 'Christmas Creep' encourages us to spend more than we intended on decorations[13:00] The origins of those inflatable lawn

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34:18

Micro Activism

Sustainable Minimalists ·

2023/10/31

Many of us shy away from the word 'activist' because the term brings to mind a very specific type of person. But if you're regularly taking action to make the world a better place? Guess what my friend, you're already an activist (yes, really!).What matters is not the size of the action, nor how vigorous the action is. It's all about consistency. On today's show author Omkari Williams helps us find the kind of social justice engagement that feels both empowering *and*

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HEADLINES: Enhanced Oil Recovery

Sustainable Minimalists ·

2023/10/27

The enviro-news you need to know for Friday, October 27 2023:[00:30] The West Antarctic ice sheet appears to be headed for an eventual “collapse”[3:00] The oil giants are feeling pretty darn good about their futures, apparently[6:30] Why on earth is the US government funding enhanced oil recovery?[13:00] This potential climate warrior may be gearing up for a White House run Resources mentioned:Companies capture a lot of CO2. Most of it is going into new oil. (via WaPo)Episode #381: Our Carbon

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33:05

Modern Stress

Sustainable Minimalists ·

2023/10/26

It's sad but true: Americans are some of the most chronically stressed people on the planet. On today's show: how to incorporate Japanese lifestyle philosophies into our lives for reduced stress, greater well-being, and a longer life.Here's a preview:[3:00] The physiology of stress: What *actually* goes on in our bodies when we encounter a stressor?[11:00] 5 reasons why Americans are among the most stressed in the world[20:00] The secret to a great life isn't the accumulation of $$,

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32:47

Eating Out

Sustainable Minimalists ·

2023/10/24

Whether you’re dining at a restaurant or ordering takeout, eating out leaves a footprint.On today's show: asking the right questions, minimizing food waste, and reading through All. The. Greenwashing the next time you head to a restaurant.Here's a preview:[6:30] The food waste issue at fine dine, quick serve, and fast casual[12:00] Farm-to-table? How to find restaurants that actually care about environmental sustainability[22:30] The best way to *gently* suggest a change in a

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HEADLINES: Iron Enrichment

Sustainable Minimalists ·

2023/10/20

The enviro-news you need to know for Friday, October 20 2023:[00:30] These are the places that could become ‘unlivable’ as the Earth warms[3:00] Engineer the ocean to curb climate change? Hmm ...[6:30] Ozone-destroying gasses are largely banned. So why are they still being emitted into the atmosphere?[13:00] Climate rules are coming for corporate America[15:00] The enviro-implications of that Taylor Swift tweetOur Sponsors:* Thank you to HomeThreads! Vist www.homethreads.com/sustainable for 15% off

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33:45

To-Do List Freedom

Sustainable Minimalists ·

2023/10/19

We are often told that if we accomplish as much as possible in a day’s time we’ll feel fulfilled come day’s end. Enter to-do lists, which provide focus, direction, and purpose. But action doesn't always equal progress; it's no surprise, then, that so many of us feel drained and dissatisfied once the sun goes down.On today's show: how to find freedom in your to-do list and (finally!) make room for peace, connection, and fulfillment. Here's a preview:[4:00] Your daily to-do list should

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33:29

Comfort At All Costs

Sustainable Minimalists ·

2023/10/17

We have nearly engineered out all discomfort from our modern lives. Great, right? Not so fast: doing so comes at our own expense.On today's show: comfort creep's harms, with practical thoughts on course correction. Here's a preview:[1:30] Humans have evolved to prioritize comfort. What's so wrong with being ultra-comfy?[6:30] Research finds that when we adopt a new comfort in our lives we adapt to it quite quickly. Enter comfort creep[11:30] ... But is it sustainable? Our reverence

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HEADLINES: Lots Of Dead Animals

Sustainable Minimalists ·

2023/10/13

The enviro-news you need to know for Friday, October 13 2023:[00:30] The "apocalyptic" mass death of over 100 freshwater dolphins in the Amazon[3:00] The fall migration season and mass bird deaths in Chicago[5:30] Electric bikes may (finally) be getting cheaper[10:00] 3 cheers for Norway's latest re-wilding efforts[13:00] Are McMansions a thing of the past? Resources mentioned:E-Bike Incentive Programs of North AmericaJoin our (free!) community here.Find your tribe. Sustainable

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35:01

Body Odor, Baby

Sustainable Minimalists ·

2023/10/12

There are tens of thousands of chemicals currently used in the US and (shocker!) most aren't adequately tested for health and safety. The fewer we come into contact with, the better.Still, no one wants to stink. Enter deodorant and antiperspirant, two pesky places in which we conscious consumers can certainly buy better. On today's show: everything you never knew you *needed* to know about deodorant, plus: how to buy this medicine cabinet staple like a boss. Here's a preview:[2:15] First

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HEADLINES: Monster Fracks

Sustainable Minimalists ·

2023/10/06

Your enviro-news for Friday, October 6 2023:[00:30] Everything you need to know about monster fracking [5:00] Better late than never? Vaccines, horseshoe crab blood, and (finally) a synthetic alternative[9:00] Will our grandchildren know frogs?[12:00] Introducing the Climate Corps, a green jobs training program Resources mentioned: American Climate Corps (via The White House) Upstate NY program on sustainable agriculture and animal welfareJoin our (free!) community here.Find your tribe. Sustainable

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35:48

Cheat Codes For A Good Life

Sustainable Minimalists ·

2023/10/05

Cheat codes for living are handy tricks that help us navigate this crazy game called life in a more easeful (and perhaps more joyful!) manner. On today's show we break down 16 of the most important. Here's a preview:[2:15] The hands down best way to rewire your brain to forget about rejection[10:00] Head or heart? Answering this age-old question once and for all (with the help of science)[18:00] There's only one right way to respond to compliments and this is it[21:00] Adopt this simple

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