Green Lifestyle

There are so many societal pressures and stigma against aging. The older we get, the more people want to go back a decade or two and say “50 is the new 30”! Instead of trying so hard to turn the clock backward, how about we unapologetically flaunt our confidence, beauty, and health no matter what age we’re in? 

Looking good is ageless. No matter how many candles you have on your birthday cake this year, you can love the skin you’re in. Thanks to these five tips, you can improve how you look and feel in your 50s and beyond.

Though the COVID-19 pandemic is still far from over, many places across the country are slowly reopening. People are getting out more, with precautions in place to keep everyone safe. But, for a few months, most people across the country were either required to shelter in place, or it was, at the very least, a strong suggestion. 

Cleaning your house is an important bundle of chores you don’t want to miss out on, no matter how busy you are throughout the day.

If you fail to clean your windows, floors, and wipe the dust off your TV set or computer, you won't even be able to enjoy lying down on the couch or watching the TV, because you will get constantly reminded that you didn't do your chores. So, regular home maintenance is not something you can just sweep under the rug and hope for the best.

Anyone living in the 21st-century is familiar with the concepts of preserving, protecting, recycling, and reusing — especially when it comes to energy. Topics like reducing the need to burn fossil fuels and discovering humanity-changing advancements in areas like electric batteries, solar power, and wind turbines often take center stage in the energy conservation discussion. 

These days, more and more people, across the globe, are wanting to live more sustainably. In a recent study by Southern Cross University, 87% of people said they regularly try to live an eco-friendly lifestyle. As the concern over plastic waste, pollution, and global warming grows, there are those wondering what they can do to make a difference.

Summer is also here, and unluckily, it has an unlikely companion this year: a world COVID-19 virus pandemic that forced almost all of the humanity to practice social distancing in order to prevent the spread. Living a family life requires a lot of compromising and the current situation regarding the virus can lead to a lot of tension. So, spending time in the backyard can be a nice way to have fun without invading anyone’s personal space.

The average household produces 7.5 tons of CO2 emission equivalents each year. Businesses across multiple industries produce thousands more. As you might expect, there are potential risks and serious problems that continue to grow for the planet as a result of our large, carbon footprints in homes and workplaces. 

There are many effects of having a large carbon footprint: 

Sometimes the floors in our kitchens can get coated in a greasy residue from various different cooking adventures. Here is a great green cleaning solution recipe to help get that grease off the kitchen floor.

You Will Need:

• Bucket or a few large spray bottles (depending on your mopping method)
• ¼ of white vinegar
• 1 tablespoon of liquid hand wash dish soap
• ¼ cup of washing soda
• 2 gallons of very warm tap water