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🌱 Embracing the Buyerarchy of Needs 🌱

Today, I’m taking a step towards a more sustainable and conscious wardrobe. I’ve realized that my old clothes deserve a new life and that there’s a world of possibilities beyond fast fashion.

👕 Use What You Have: My closet held hidden treasures I’d forgotten about - it’s time to give them the love they deserve.

🔄 Borrow or Swap: Sharing is caring! My friend and I are swapping clothes, giving them a fresh purpose and saving resources.

✂️ Make it Work: A pair of old jeans? I turned them into stylish shorts for summer. DIY adventures await!

🛒 Buy Used: I’m committed to second-hand and sustainable brands to say no to fast fashion.

🧵 Make it Yourself: The challenge is learning to craft, but I’m ready to get creative.

Let’s join the movement for a more eco-friendly and ethical wardrobe. Together, we can make a difference. 🌍💚

🌿 Fashion with a Purpose 🌿

Wearing my shirt inside out today to shed light on the hidden side of the fashion industry. It’s not just about what you see; it’s about the impact you don’t.

🏷️ Shirt Details:
Brand: H&M
Materials: 40% polyester
Production: Myanmar

This shirt represents a global supply chain, but it also represents the issues we need to address. Fast fashion can have a heavy toll on workers and the planet.

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Let’s raise awareness and take action for a more sustainable and ethical fashion industry.

🌱 Making a Sustainable Style Pledge 🌱

I’m taking a stand against fast fashion and committing to a more sustainable wardrobe. From now on, I pledge to make a positive change in my fashion choices.

🌿 One Change: I will buy at least 50% of my clothing from secondhand or sustainable brands.

Fast fashion has a huge impact on the environment and workers in the fashion industry. It’s time for a change.

Join me in the challenge and let’s make a difference together! 🌏

Tagging some amazing organizations leading the way:

🍫✨ Join our 'Chocolate for Change' campaign! Fair Trade chocolate isn't just about great taste; it's a movement for fair wages, sustainability, and ethical practices. Make a sweet choice that impacts lives and the planet. Indulge responsibly. 💚🌏

Choosing Fair Trade over conventional products is a small decision with a big impact. From sipping ethically sourced tea to wearing clothes that support fair wages and enjoying responsibly grown coffee, we can make a difference. 🌍💚

Choosing Fair Trade over conventional products is a small decision with a big impact. From sipping ethically sourced tea to wearing clothes that support fair wages and enjoying responsibly grown coffee, we can make a difference. 🌍💚

Fair Trade: Ethical, Equitable, Empowering 🤝✨

These places offer plant-based meals.

Here are 2 reasons why you should consider plant-based meals:

People should consider plant-based eating for several compelling reasons:

1. Health Benefits: Plant-based diets are associated with lower risks of chronic diseases like heart disease, diabetes, and certain types of cancer. They can also help with weight management and promote overall well-being.

2. Environmental Impact: Plant-based diets have a significantly lower carbon footprint and require less land, water, and resources compared to animal-based diets. Choosing plant-based options can contribute to a more sustainable planet.

Check out my plant-based meal for building muscles.

Plant-powered gains in progress! 🌱💪 Red beans, cucumber, tomato, and rice - my muscle-building fuel of choice! 🌿🍅🥒🍚

Celebrating the Maroon communities of Suriname 🌿, whose deep connection to the forest holds the wisdom of generations. Their sustainable practices and love for nature are an inspiration to us all. 🌳💚

🌳🌿 Exploring the heart of the Amazon with indigenous wisdom! Ethnoforestry - a beautiful fusion of ancient Traditional Ecological Knowledge (TEK) and modern science, is our answer to preserving the rainforest's rich biodiversity and the culture it nurtures. 🌍💚

Forests offer these key benefits:

1. Biodiversity
2. Climate Regulation
3. Air and Water Quality
4. Resource Provision
5. Economic Value

Embracing the beauty of the forest 🌳, where nature's treasures flourish and climate harmony is nurtured. 🌿🌍

Let's be the guardians of Suriname's mangroves 🌿💙.

These incredible ecosystems are vital for our environment and our future.

🌊🌏 Join the movement to protect and preserve the beauty of Suriname's coastlines.

Together, we can make a difference! 💪🏝

Here’s the hard truth: 32 percent of plastic packaging ends up in the environment, 40 percent in landfills, 14 percent incinerated, 14 percent recycled—and only 2 percent effectively recycled.

Let’s all help to reduce plastic!

Sketching the blueprint for my garden – a green haven with a thriving cherry tree, compost bin for nutrient-rich soil, a cozy layer of mulch, and a commitment to no-till gardening. 🌱🍒

Excited to add Cassava and Bitter Gourd to the mix!

Healthy soil often contains worms and other soil-dwelling organisms. Worms, such as earthworms, are considered indicators of good soil health. They play a crucial role in improving soil structure, aeration, and nutrient cycling. Their presence is a sign of a well-balanced and fertile soil ecosystem. Worms help break down organic matter, making nutrients more accessible to plants, and their burrowing activity enhances soil porosity and drainage. So, when you see worms in your soil, it's generally a positive sign that your soil is in good condition for plant growth.

Image credits: eco farming daily

🌱 Cultivating the future, one field at a time! Embracing regenerative agriculture for healthier soil, abundant harvests, and a greener planet. 🌾🌍

🌿 Conventional vs. Conscious: The Choice is Clear! 🌿

Swipe right to discover the facts. Conventional products often hide harmful ingredients, have hidden hazards, and cost more in the long run. On the flip side, conscious products offer clean ingredients, pose fewer risks, and are kinder to your wallet.

Your choice matters - make it safe and sustainable! 💧🌎

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Unveiling the Hidden Hazards: Did you know that many of the everyday personal care products we use contain toxic chemicals? 🌿💄 It's time to decode those labels, prioritize clean ingredients, and demand safer alternatives for a healthier you and a greener planet.

Did you know:
Cosmetics labels lack legal definitions for terms like "herbal," "natural," and even "organic." This loophole allows companies to label products as natural without adhering to any specific standards, leading to deceptive practices.

Let's make informed choices and advocate for change! 💪🌎

The term "Caribe" was first noted by Christopher Columbus. One hypothesis suggests it translates to "brave warrior," with variants like the English "Carib" adopted by other European languages. Early Spanish colonizers used "Arawak" and "Caribs" to differentiate between Indigenous groups in the Caribbean, categorizing Carib for those they deemed hostile and Arawak for those considered friendly.

Today, the Kalina maintain a significant presence along the left bank of the Maroni River and the Coppename River. Many reside in the Para District, often sharing villages with the Lokono people. Key settlements include Bernharddorp, Wit-Santi, Galibi, Powakka, and Bigi Ston. Importantly, they have a longstanding peace treaty with Suriname dating back to 1686.

Sylvia Kajoeramari, a Kalina member of Suriname's National Assembly, successfully championed the recognition of the International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples as a public holiday in Suriname. 🌿🌎

Centuries of Heritage, Decades of Struggle: Indigenous and Maroon communities in Suriname continue their unwavering fight for land rights. 🌳🏞️

FLOSN-inspired meal! 🍳🥦🍎

My budget-friendly plate includes a wholesome egg sandwich with fresh ingredients like egg, tomato, and a pinch of salt. On the veggie front, I've got some mouthwatering sweet roasted veggies made with broccoli, oil, garlic, and a zesty dash of lemon juice. And of course, a crisp apple on the side for that perfect finishing touch.

Eating well doesn't have to break the bank! 💸🌱

🌲✨ Embarking on a Virtual Odyssey to Yosemite! 🏞️🌿

My virtual journey to Yosemite, a gem among U.S. national parks, was a quest for connection with nature's wonders. 📸🌄

From aromatic pine forests to the symphony of waterfalls, every detail was a sensory delight. Sustainable choices, like reusable containers and exploring by bike, ensured an eco-friendly expedition. ♻️🚴‍♂️

Nature's beauty and tranquility know no bounds. This virtual escape reaffirmed my love for the great outdoors, igniting a passion for real-world explorations. 🌎🌟

Let's inspire each other to explore, respect, and protect the Earth. Share your outdoor adventures and let's make every step count! 🌍🌳