Plastic has become ubiquitous in our lives and our homes, whether it be in the form of utensils or packaging, it has pervaded every aspect of our lives. The comfort and ease of using plastic is the reason for its widespread popularity and increased application in our daily lives. Being extremely cheap and easily discardable, plastics are fuelling the general waste and pollution problem that the world is struggling with. Read More...
Our daily lives are peppered with stress triggers, so much so that getting through the day might seem like a herculean task. That is where meditation comes in, it might seem tedious to set aside some time for meditation in your already busy day, but trust me it works wonders.
Meditation has now become a staple for everyone who is trying to reduce the impact of their schedule on their bodies and mind. Meditation is a sure-fire way to reduce stress, anxiety and mental fatigue from our lives but it might seem like a challenge to some who are not familiar with the practice. Treating meditation like another chore in your busy schedule can make it challenging to master.
Conscious consumerism can be as simple as buying what you need. It can start with the mindful approach of just saying no to that cute cheap dress or an extra car in the house or even over-ordering food!
This practice of deceitful advertising is known as greenwashing and since it is not a well-known term consumers place their trust in corporations to honour their environment-friendly advertising and representations inadvertently supporting the practice. But once one understands the concept it is relatively easy to spot this unethical practice and make responsible consumer choices to support eco-friendly businesses and sustainable development.
Frustration, impatience anxiety and rage are all emotions resulting from a trap we create by ignoring to be more mindful of our environment. You can be more mindful by bringing more awareness into your day to day activities, even mundane things can blossom into something more.