Earth Friendly

In order to help the environment, sometimes you have to help yourself out first. So when is the last time you got back to your spiritual roots? RENEW International is a Roman Catholic ministry dedicated to spiritual renewal.

Over the past three years, RENEW International has helped 25 million people in over 23 countries. If you’re more of a humanitarian, consider volunteering for an organization like this.

There are over 150 diocese of RENEW International in the United States, and they all have the same goal, which is met through programs that they plan every year. How do you see yourself making a positive impact on the world? Maybe it’s through helping one person at a time, or you might need to take step back and look at yourself first.

Several years ago, I had difficulty wearing contacts because of my allergies and re-occurring eye infections. The solution was to wear disposable contacts, so every night I was throwing out a pair and every morning I was putting a new pair in. How wasteful was that solution?

Fortunately, my allergies stopped giving me problems and now I can wear 30-day contact lenses with no problem. However, for those of you who still have an issue, why not wear your eyeglasses? This can be an eco-friendly and money saving opportunity for you.

There are so many cool designs too. Check out Eyeglasses.com, because they have a wide variety such as retro, vintage, flexible, rimless, etc. The hardest decision about your switch will probably be choosing which frame to purchase!

Do you drink tea every day? Warm tea with chocolates or cookies is my favorite nighttime snack. Instead of always buying your tea at the grocery store, why not create your own herbal concoctions? An herbal tea garden is easy to grown in your backyard, and if you don’t have a green thumb, don’t worry. Herbs can thrive in small spaces, and they require minimal care. Learn How to Grow an Herbal Tea Garden .

Opening your windows and letting the breeze filter through your home is refreshing, but it can also give ants, flies and other bugs an easy entry. Anymore it’s scary when you get bit by bugs, because you never know how concerned to be about a bump on your skin. You could get viruses and diseases but more than likely you survive and the itchy, red bump on your skin goes away.

To combat these pesky insects, handle them in a more natural way without using chemicals: grow a water garden full of carnivorous plants! Learn how by reading Ways to Control Pests Without the Chemicals.

Enjoying the outdoors is a part of summertime bliss, but you do have to watch out for potential dangers such as Lyme Disease. But what if you could kill the ticks in your backyard with the help of mice? Learn how to ward off ticks with less toxic pesticides: Green Ways to Prevent Lyme Disease.

Taking care of yourself is important, because if you don’t help yourself first, you can’t help anyone else. Learning how to naturally treat everyday health issues can save you money and reduce your need to use prescription drugs, which are slowly finding their way into our drinking water. Don’t get me wrong, visiting the doctor regularly and for emergencies and preventative measures is important, but learning some simple holistic remedies doesn’t hurt. So if you’re interested in herbal remedies and learning about alternative medicines such as acupuncture and massage, check out the Holistic Medicine Tip site. The tips are user-friendly and are updated weekly.

Divorce is difficult on any family, but when children are involved it can be an overwhelming and confusing process. Regardless of what situation you are in, it’s important to try and restore the balance within your family. Arlene Kock has 29 years of experience as a family law attorney, and when you have someone like this on your side, you are better equipped to get your family back on track.

Arlene Kock is also familiar with child support and custody, which can be a traumatic and lengthy experience if not handled in the best manner. Although Arlene Kock lives in California, she does have a blog with valuable information. It can be difficult to move on in a situation like this, but your family will benefit when a more stabilized environment is created.

Sometimes when you listen and learn about different genres of music, it can give you a new perspective and enhanced mood. Starting on your New Year’s Resolutions to live a greener life can be difficult, so it always helps to have something inspirational or motivational to push you forward.

A music blog by Mohammed Babangida has interesting discussions on jazz music and musicians. So if you’re looking for soulful music, Mohammed Babangida might be able to guide you in the right direction.

Music gets you moving and grooving, so it can lift your mood and prepare you to take on the day with all of the positive energy you have. Mohammed Babangida enjoys music and has valuable information to share about African music.

When you’re hibernating in the winter season, the inside of your house can become boring and stale. Since opening the windows isn’t an option, decorate your home with real plants. Plants can help filter the air and freshen it. Although you have to remember to water them, it’s nice to have some natural color in your home.

Flowers can also make you feel better. The scent of tea roses or one of your favorite flowers can help brighten the day. Gerber daisies are fun and colorful, and they can add a lot of personality to your home or apartment. Not only will some greenery make you smile, it will make your guests smile too.

I definitely believe that it’s important to help yourself first before helping others and the environment. You have to be at the top of your game and confident in yourself before you hold an eco-friendly rally or event. In order to be at your best, it’s important to get physicals, eye exams, dental exams, etc. I know that this is difficult, especially when you don’t have insurance or a lot of money. However, I can’t stress enough the importance of preserving your health. If you don’t have insurance but work hard, check out local clinics that charge on a sliding scale. There’s no shame in that, but there is shame in ignoring your body and letting the worst happen.