Hi, I’m Desiree, creator and writer of Live Green-ish and welcome to my blog! I’m sooo excited to have you here!
Growing up in the Caribbean on the small island of Tobago, many of the ‘comforts’ for daily living enjoyed in more developed countries were not available to us small islanders. However, this encouraged self-sufficiency, minimalism, re-use, recycling, and out of necessity, LOTS of innovation – many of the facets associated with sustainable living.
The Ultimate Meal Planning Guide for Beginners.
Meal planning is an important aspect of sustainable eating (check out my blog post Sustainable Eating Made Easy) and sustainable living altogether. It can provide numerous benefits for you and your family. According to Project Meal Plan, meal planning is the simple act of taking some time to plan any number of your meals for the week. And this […]
DIY Home Cleaning Products: Kitchen Edition
In the market for effective home cleaning products? Look no further than your cupboards and pantry. Increasingly, households are turning to natural and homemade cleaning solutions to avoid toxic chemicals, cut costs, and reduce plastic waste. Household supplies already stocked in your pantry like white distilled vinegar and baking soda are excellent all-purpose cleaners. And, […]
5 Things You Don’t Need to Buy New
It’s true! We all need stuff. But many of the items we need to live can be obtained without buying brand new. In several instances, buying new can be an unnecessary waste of money, and may exacerbate the problem of environmental waste. Often, pre-owned items bring BIG savings and more value for money when compared […]
7 Home Organisation Tips to Avoid Clutter and Reduce Waste
Good organisation could be your answer to household clutter, waste, and freeing up more space in the home (no need to fill it with more stuff). At the very least, it’ll help you locate your keys. Minimise clutter in every part of your home with these simple organisation tips. First off… have a regular cleaning […]
12 More Sustainable Living Tips for Beginners
Sustainable living is truly a journey. It’s all about the little things you do consistently, and that’s why I LOVE writing these types of blog posts for you. But I’ve also found that you love them too! Previously I gave you 19 Sustainable Living Tips for Beginners (check it out if you haven’t already), now […]
Food Preservation Methods: Simple Ways to Preserve Your Food at Home
Food waste is a huge economic, environmental, and ethical problem globally. For households, it can be costly but there are some simple things we can do to reduce the amount of food (and dollars) wasted each week. Proper food storage practices keep food fresh for longer and reduce food waste (check out my post on Food […]
The Buyerarchy of Needs: A More Intentional Approach to Shopping
I’m sure most of us are familiar with Maslow’s hierarchy of needs which examines the motivation behind human behaviour and choices. According to Maslow’s hierarchy, humans must fulfill basic needs in a specific order to achieve self-actualization (top-level need). Sarah Lazarovic, a Canadian artist and visual journalist, has reimagined Maslow’s hierarchy to bring a fresh take […]
10 Green Living Ideas That Can Save You Money
Sustainable living has tremendous benefits for the planet as it facilitates the conservation of natural resources, minimises waste and reduces pollution. The benefits of a sustainable lifestyle are not exclusively for the environment, however. Living sustainably can provide economic benefits as well. Check out these green living ideas that can save you money while promoting […]
12 Simple Ways to Live with Less Plastic
Plastic currently offers unmatched properties including versatility, durability and low cost, making it the preferred material of the modern economy. Sadly, one of its best qualities – its durability – is responsible for numerous environmental woes that currently persist. Some plastic material can take up to 600 years to break down. Thus, once produced, it BASICALLY […]
7 Reasons Buying Local is Better for You and the Planet.
The ease of access enjoyed in today’s modern society allows us to obtain goods and services more readily from almost anywhere on the planet! While this is nothing short of a blessing, we often opt for goods produced in overseas countries at the expense of locally produced goods. Supporting local businesses, be it at the community […]