As spring breathes new life into the world around us, I’m reminded of a simple yet profound truth: kindness truly starts at home. This April, I invite you to join me on a journey—a journey that begins in the heart of our homes and extends to the world outside. As the CEO of EarthKind and a passionate advocate for natural, sustainable living, I’ve learned that our choices at home have the power to transform our whole outlook on life, our communities, and the planet.
Week 1: I’ll be holding your hand, taking larger and larger steps into embracing my inner eco-warrior. Will you join me?
Our journey begins with a commitment to audit our homes. This week, I challenge you to look at the products under your sink, in your garden shed, and around your home. Are they contributing to a healthier home, and planet? Together, let’s explore eco-friendly alternatives that don’t compromise on effectiveness. I’ll share with you some of my favorite hacks and sustainable swaps that have made a significant difference in my life. It’s easier, and more rewarding than you may think, to make your home a bastion of eco-consciousness.
Week 2: We’ll focus on pollinators at the palace.
Our homes are castles, and every castle has its gardens. This week is dedicated to the hardest working heroes of our ecosystems: pollinators. From bees to butterflies, these vital creatures enrich our lives, pollinating the foods we eat and the flowers we enjoy. I’ll guide you through creating a pollinator-friendly garden, regardless of the size of your outdoor space. We’ll delve into the importance of native plants and how simple choices can make our homes a haven for these essential beings.
Week 3: EarthKind Living: Celebrating Earth Day Every Day
In the third week of April, we celebrate Earth Day—a day that holds special significance for me, as it marks the birth of EarthKind. This week, I want to share the story of our journey and the mission that drives us. But more importantly, I want to hear your stories. How do you celebrate Earth Day every day in your home and community? Together, let’s commit to new sustainable habits, reinforcing the idea that every day is an opportunity to honor our planet.
Week 4: The Home CEO: Leading with Love and Logic
As we close our April journey, I encourage you to step into the role of CEO of your home environment. This means making informed, ethical decisions about the products you buy and the companies you support. It’s about leading with love—for our families, our communities, and our planet. This week, we’ll explore how to vet eco-friendly products and identify retailers that align with our values of kindness and sustainability.
Throughout this journey, I hope to inspire you to make changes that resonate within your home and ripple out into the world. By starting with kindness at home, we have the power to cultivate a healthier, more sustainable, and more compassionate planet. Join me this April as we embrace the power of kinder living, one pest-free space at a time. Together, we can make a difference.
Love Life, Live Kind,
Kari
This Post Has 2 Comments
You’re my favorite eco warrior, Kari. I’m so proud to know you and learn from you.
I have 4 examples of kindness to the planet that I choose for my home:
1) homemade fertilizer – 2 banana peels, 2 eggshells + 2 Tblsps coffee grounds. I throw these into a pan and cover with water, then bring to a boil before turning off the burner and letting the concoction simmer. When it’s mushy, I remove it from the heat, let it cool and then pour carefully into a strong blender (or my Bullet).
It works most efficiently if you then pour the liquid fertilizer sparingly into the base of your plants and loosen the soil a bit. Water generously.
2) I use the earth breeze laundry sheets that are sold in packets to avoid the huge plastic containers.
3) Instead of using paper towels, I buy rolls of bamboo towels and launder each towel multiple times with my regular laundry items b4 discarding. A roll of bamboo towels lasts for a year, honestly. Saves so many trees. Fresh, never-used bamboo towels are great for guest towels. Softer than paper. Discarded in special container.
4) I pull the weeds growing in my small back yard. Every year, the handyman asks to be allowed to spray weed killer and every year I say “No,thank you.”
Thank you for sharing, Kryste! Wishing you a wonderful New Year and much love to you😄