Green Living

Living Lightly, Living Wisely:

“Look deep into nature, and then you will understand everything better.” — Albert Einstein

What do you see when you look at nature? Do you truly take it in, or do you give it just a fleeting glance?

Spending time in nature brings countless benefits. Research shows it reduces stress, anger, and fear. It also lowers muscle tension, blood pressure, and stress hormone levels. Simply put, nature makes us feel better—body and soul.

Yet despite all it gives us, our planet is in serious trouble. Nature is struggling to keep sharing her gifts with us. If you haven’t yet watched David Attenborough’s A Life on Our Planet, I highly recommend it. It explains the problem in a way that’s easy to grasp and hard to ignore.

As Attenborough wisely said:

“The living world will endure – we humans cannot presume the same. We’ve come this far because we are the smartest creatures that have ever lived. But to continue we require more than intelligence, we require wisdom.”

Thankfully, we already have the knowledge and skills to turn things around. We just need to change our relationship with nature—working with it, not against it. By doing so, we can help restore the planet’s beauty and balance.

“What’s the use of a fine house if you haven’t got a tolerable planet to put it on?” — Henry David Thoreau

I often find myself wondering: Where did this item come from? Who made it? Was any harm done in the process?

Each time I pick up a wallet, bag, or jacket, I check if it’s made from genuine animal leather. I study the labels on products, watching for animal ingredients or harsh chemicals. Living gently on the earth matters deeply to me. I want my time here to leave as little harm as possible.

Rather than preaching or arguing, I’d rather lead by example. That’s why I choose to support and promote products that:

• Don’t harm animals

• Come from ethical sources

• Protect the planet

• Support our health

• Allow us to live with a clear conscience

• And don’t cost the earth—literally or financially

Sustainable Products Matter

You can make a difference. By choosing renewable, long-lasting products, you not only give back to the planet but also save money in the long run. Sustainable living offers real rewards—emotionally, environmentally, and even financially.

In this section, you’ll find tips and ideas for:

• Using alternative energy

• Choosing eco-friendly products

• Embracing small changes that lead to big impact

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A Living Symbol

This photo shows one of the beautiful olive trees from Spain, where we used to live. Olive trees have deep symbolic meaning: peace, wisdom, health, fertility, stability, prosperity, and our eternal link with the earth.

We had one right outside our front door. Every time I saw it, I remembered how connected we are to the land—and how important it is to protect it.