To Love the Life We Live

In this episode we explore the difference between conventional and organic cotton, and why it's so important to choose organic, or at minimum, cotton from certified producers.   Article: "What is Organic Cotton, How It's Made, & Why It's Better"   Blog: Ethical Unicorn Instagram: @ethicalunicorn Host: Heidi Altree Amarebyheidi.com Instagram: @heidialtree or @tolovethelifewelive

This week we high-five these ethical heros: Chase Nyeland-Square, Prince Charles, Arizona Public Service, Snuggle Coats and Mattel! Article from: AmarebyHeidi.com References: School Closet Started by Eight-Grader to Give Clothes to Classmates in Need Prince Charles Launches Sustainability Initiative at Davos Arizona's Biggest Utility Now Wants to go Carbon-Free Snuggle Coats brings Furs back to the Animals! Mattel Unveils Toys Made From Bio-Plastics

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This week is we high-five for companies making bold moves to fight climate change, as well as, a vegan ice cream promoting plant-based alternatives and date nights at home.  Enjoy! www.amarebyheidi.com Microsoft President Says This is the Next 'Tidal Wave' Among Companies in 2020. Patagonia’s CEO is donating company’s entire $10M Trump tax cut to fight climate change. Single-use Plastic: China to Ban Bags and Other Items Starbucks Sets New Sustainability Goal for Decade Ben and Jerry's Just Announced a Netflix & Chill'd Vegan Icecream Flavor Host: Heidi Altree Instagram: @heidialtree or @tolovethelifewelive

We've all heard the quote, “If the bee disappeared off the face of the earth, man would only have 4 years left to live”, but why?  Do we even know why honey bees are so important and what we can do to protect bee populations?  Joanna from the blog Planetbanan.com explains.  Article: Living in Symbiosis with Nature - A Case for Bee Conservation and Why it is so Important  Blog: PlanetBanan.com Instagram: @planetbanana_ Host: Heidi Altree www.amarebyheidi.com Instagram: @heidialtree and @tolovethelifewelive

Today we welcome back Jill from Ethical Home Edit, and today we are going to learn just how sustainable H&M Home is. H&M is tricky, and you’ll hear later that Jill struggles with H&M as well. Here’s the issue, H&M is becoming more transparent about their supply chain, labor, pay and are trying to use more sustainable textiles in their clothes, and now their home, lines. This is admirable and goes well beyond what we get from most retailers today.  However, H&M still produces too many clothes, too often and most of the time, poor- quality, which means the lifespan of those garments are very short, either because they go out of trend or fall apart. Either way ending up in a landfill far to early and again, far too often. Blog: Ethical Home Edit Article: Reviewed: How Ethical and Sustainable is H&M Home Host: Heidi Altree amarebyheidi.com Instagram: @heidialtree or @tolovethelifewelive

Trying to go zero-waste or use less plastic this year?  Fantastic!  We got your back with another inspiring article from Izzy Mcleod, The Quirky Environmentalist.  Today's article, "A Realistic Guide to Starting Zero-Waste Living" provides tips to help you move closer to zero-waste living, as well as provides 10 easy zero-waste swaps you can make right away!!   Make sure you also visit the article for more great resources: A Realist Guide Starting to Zero-Waste Living Author: Izzy McLeod @muccycloud Blog: The Quirky Environmentalist  Host: Heidi Altree AmarebyHeidi.com Instagram: @HeidiAltree or @tolovethelifewelive

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This episode, we take a break being an activist to talk about self-care.  Being passionate about a topic and working diligently to advocate on the matter can take its toll on the mind and body.  That's why it's so important to check out, decompress and practice self-care.   Article: 11 Self-care Tips For A Happy & Effective Activist Blog: Hazaar the Bazaar Instagram: @hazaarthebazaar Host: Heidi Altree AmarebyHeidi.com Instagram: @heidialtree or @tolovethelifewelive

Eco-conscious parents, this episode is for you.  Today I am sharing a lovely article written by Emma Gibbs.  Emma is a journalist and founder of A Life Lived Lightly.   Emma started taking a broader look a the world around her after she had her first child.  Now, she shares her journey, wisdom, and advice on her blog.  I think you will really love this episode.  It is short, but it is full of thoughtful ideas on how to raise an eco-conscious child in a not-so-eco-friendly world.  Enjoy Article: How to Raise An Eco-Conscious Child Written by: Emma Gibbs from her website: A Life Lived Lightly Instagram: @a.life.lived.lightly Host: Heidi Altree www.AmarebyHeidi.com Instagram: @heidialtree Podcast: @tolovethelifewelive