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  • Is it Sustainable? Three things to consider when investing your money

    Jun 18, 2021, 10:29 am By Mrs Green
      When you think of sustainable living, what comes to mind? Switching off the lights when you leave the room? Using public transport, a bike or walking? Buying organic food? All of these are brilliant ways to reduce your carbon footprint, but have you ever…
  • Growing Vegetables Inside: How To Use Lighting To Increase Your Yield

    Jun 7, 2021, 4:35 pm By Mrs Green
      Some people have the luxury of a big garden or an allotment where they can grow all of their own fresh produce. But not everybody has access to a large outdoor space, so does that mean you can’t grow your own vegetables? Although many people assume you…
  • 5 Simple Ways to Promote Sustainable Living

    May 18, 2021, 11:11 am By Mrs Green
      If you’d like to influence others to live more sustainably, such as your family or coworkers, there are few simple things you can try. You can come up with fun ways to introduce recycling or upcycling, or even start small initiatives at work. It’s…
  • 4 Tips For Living An Eco-Friendly Lifestyle in an Older Home

    May 13, 2021, 6:21 pm By Mrs Green
      Our home is nearly 100 years old and older houses aren’t always the easiest to keep green. For example, stone walls might not have a cavity for insulation, old sash windows can be draughty and slate floors aren’t the ideal flooring for installing…
  • 5 Awesome Advantages of Eco-Friendly Packaging Materials

    May 13, 2021, 8:23 am By Mrs Green
      Whether you’re sending a parcel to a loved one or operating a large-scale eCommerce enterprise, the right packaging can make all the difference to the recipient as well as the environment. Using eco-friendly packaging is a great way to guarantee that…
  • 15% off Organic, Natural and Sustainable Products at Planet Organic

    May 3, 2021, 9:57 am By Mrs Green
      I ran a workshop last week about stress and anxiety. We were discussing some of the random things that caused us to tip into overwhelm and I laughingly said it was things like walking down the cleaning aisle of the supermarket and not knowing which product…
  • Six Edible Plants Every Kitchen Garden Needs

    Apr 22, 2021, 9:30 am By Mrs Green
      Regular readers of this blog will know I love to be surrounded by nature and ‘green things’ – the clue is in the name of the site, right?! But there’s more to it than just enjoying gazing out onto grass and trees. While we all know getting into…
  • 4 Ways To Feel A Little More Accomplished In 2021

    Apr 22, 2021, 8:18 am By Mrs Green
      2020 was a strange year. The majority of us didn’t get up to much because of the situation going on in the world. Work hours were reduced, ‘on the ground’ groups had to switch to online and we couldn’t meet up with friends and family. This meant…
  • Ways To Embrace A More Active Lifestyle When You Struggle With Pain

    Mar 25, 2021, 1:02 pm By Mrs Green
      Exercise provides a vast range of health benefits, but how can you reap the rewards of a more active lifestyle when you suffer from pain? If you are susceptible to pain as a result of an old injury, a chronic condition, an accident or anatomical problems…
  • 5 ways to go greener throughout your home

    Mar 18, 2021, 1:46 pm By Mrs Green
      If you’re wondering about how to go greener in your home, I have some simple ideas for you. It can feel overwhelming to do everything at once, so the key is to start small. Why not pick just one room in your home and try putting a new habit in place? The…
  • The Weight of the World: Reducing the Pressure of Being Environmentally Friendly

    Mar 11, 2021, 7:16 am By Mrs Green
      If you are vocal in your community about environmental issues, but so few are receptive, they may very well be ignoring you because it’s just easier to! When you are trying to be environmentally friendly, and live your life in a certain way, it can be…
  • A Local Effort: Being Greener in Your Community

    Mar 4, 2021, 8:03 am By Mrs Green
      It’s not just about what you do, but it’s about getting the message far and wide. Sustainable living has certainly become a very popular approach to life. And while you can have complete control over your life, by making sure you have a greener home and…
  • How To Make Your Bathroom More Eco Friendly

    Mar 3, 2021, 8:31 am By Mrs Green
      When you think about making your home more eco friendly, most people start in the kitchen with reducing food waste, buying more organic or fair trade products and choosing energy efficient appliances wisely. In living areas you might consider low VOC paint,…
  • Self-Care 101: How to Stay Fit and Healthy When Working From Home

    Feb 26, 2021, 9:18 am By Mrs Green
      Working from home has a lot of benefits such as no commute and no longer having to deal with triggering colleagues! However, working from home can have its downsides too, particularly when it comes to your health. The plenty of snacks in the kitchen, the…
  • 7 Ways to Grow Food Without a Garden

    Feb 23, 2021, 8:03 am By Mrs Green
      As you know, I love a bit of ‘Grow your own’. It’s a fantastic way to save money, reduce air miles on the foods you eat and eat more healthily. But I have a confession… I’m not a natural gardener! And I admit to feeling a bit guilty, as I have a…
  • 7 Ways To Welcome More Calm Into Your Life

    Feb 11, 2021, 3:15 pm By Mrs Green
      It’s safe to say that life tends to be a little stressful at the moment. No matter what any of us try to do, it’s so easy to think that we can relax and switch off, but it’s really hard when things are out of our control. Maybe you are feeling really…
  • Changes to Make That Will Quickly Get You Spending More Time Outside

    Feb 3, 2021, 7:14 am By Mrs Green
      A few decades ago, many people might spend the vast majority of their time outdoors, both for work and recreation. Since then, societies around the world have become more industrialised, and as our technologies have become more sophisticated, that previous…
  • Is Indecision Costing Your Eco Focus?

    Jan 28, 2021, 5:58 am By Mrs Green
      We’re blessed to live in an age where, for many, eco focuses are a pressing priority. Millennials, especially are waving the flag for our planet, with many changing their habits and, more specifically, their shopping habits, with sustainability in mind.…
  • 3 Reasons Why You Should Switch To Solar Energy

    Jan 26, 2021, 2:58 pm By Mrs Green
      We each hold a personal responsibility to take care of the planet. Whether this means you recycle your waste or reduce your carbon footprint by cycling to work, we all have a role to play if we want to protect the planet for future generations. One way in…
  • The Green Guide To Decluttering

    Jan 25, 2021, 8:47 am By Mrs Green
      Many of us are guilty of buying too much and collecting stuff we rarely use. If you’re planning to get rid of clutter, or it has been years since you last had a clear-out, here’s your green guide to decluttering. Deciding what you want to keep and…
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