Sustainable Lifestyle

Learn how to reduce your resource consumption and live mindfully for a better future with our sustainable lifestyle resources. Explore our library with information on gardening, homesteading, do-it-yourself projects, repurposing and more to help you live a more sustainable, meaningful lifestyle.

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DIY Electrolyte Powders

Making your own electrolyte powder is a low cost alternative to purchasing those expensive sports drinks. An added bonus to making your own electrolyte powder is it gives you complete control over the ingredients of the electrolyte drink and you can have it on hand when you need it the most.

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DIY Faraday Cage Ideas

Learn 5 different ways you can make a Faraday cage to protect your priority devices from an EMP strike or solar flare.

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DIY Home Cooling Techniques

Whether your air conditioner went kaput due to a weather disaster or you prefer to “rough it” and not use the appliance, you can still keep your home cool!

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DIY Lotion Bars

This DIY lotion bar is all natural and contains only 5 ingredients making it an easy DIY project.

DIY Vermicomposting: The Most Efficient Way of Using Organic Material

Vermicomposting is one the most efficient ways of using up organic kitchen scraps and ridding your home of unwanted paper piles. The end result of feeding this natural material to worms is a natural soil amendment for the garden to help grow.

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DIY Warming Muscle Salve to Soothe Sore Muscles

This warming muscle salve made with cinnamon, cayenne and ginger is so soothing on sore muscle and achy joints. Plus, it’s a snap to make!

DIY: How To Naturally Make An Essential Oil Diffuser {Plus Aromatherapy Oil Blends}

The next time you feel that your mood is”off” or that you want to enhance your memory make an oil diffuser and try some of these essential oil combinations and see the positive effects. Aromatherapy is a natural way to improve and balance your moods and create a healthier environment.

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DIY: Make Your Own Biodiesel

The current world is at it’s peak as far as consumption is concerned. With our finite resources, it’s time we begin exploring alternatives.

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DIY: Making Infused Oils

Learn how to make infused oils in just a few easy steps.

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DIY: Recipes For Everyday Products

In order to save a few dimes in my pocket, I’m starting to use my emergency pantry items in other ways ranging from deodorant to furniture polish.

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DIY: Repel Bugs Naturally with this Homemade Bug Balm

Next time you are outdoors, give this natural balm a chance. The smell is much more pleasant compared to insecticides and it’s just as effective.

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DIY: Soothing Bath Blocks

Using bath blocks infused with essential oils is an easy way to sooth symptoms of upper respiratory infections.

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