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We don’t necessarily need solar panels and electric cars to live a “green” lifestyle. We just need to be thoughtful and consistent in our actions. These simple actions do a lot to help preserve our precious resources and our planet.

Here are a few things you can do to make your home a green sanctuary:

Use green, toxic-free or low-toxic cleaners and household products.
Avoid using chemicals on your lawn and look into alternatives.
Recycle what you can and avoid buying packaging that cannot be recycled.
Compost everything you can including your food scraps, non-recyclable paper and lawn waste. (*See the compost article that is featured in the articles section.)
Buy post-consumer recycled paper products, such as toilet paper and use towels instead of paper towels.
Turn off the water when brushing your teeth.
Turn off the lights when not in use.
Save water that is wasted while you wait for it to heat up in a bucket and water the grass or garden.
Invest in energy-saving appliances when it is time to replace your existing ones.
Buy used appliances, etc. when available.
Ask yourself, “Do I really need this item” before purchasing it. Sleep on it if necessary.
Eat organically grown foods and support local organic farmers when possible. If you have the space,plant an organic garden or use pots to grow herbs, etc…
Plant a garden if you have the space, or use pots to grow herbs, etc…

This list could be endless and these suggestions are just the beginning. Put your thinking cap on and be creative in how you can conserve energy and avoid chemical exposure use and exposure. If you do something that you feel would be beneficial to others, please email us. We would love to hear from you. Email: questions@practicecompassion.com

For information on healthier alternatives and green products, please visit:

Seventhgeneration.com
Ecoproducts.com