Being healthy doesn't have to be a top-down, hierarchical process. We can all participate in a sustainable wellness movement by making small changes in our everyday routines. Here are some suggestions:
Mindfulness
Mindfulness is simply being fully aware of the present moment, with an attitude of openness and acceptance. It's not a complicated concept to grasp but it can be difficult to master.
Mindfulness is different for everyone and there are many ways that people practice it in their daily lives. Some people may choose to meditate or spend time in nature; others may find that yoga or another physical activity works best for them. You might even decide to try something new each day!
There's no right or wrong way—just remember that your body is unique and might need some extra love from time-to-time. When you're feeling stressed out about something, take a deep breath and remind yourself: "I'm okay."
Remind yourself why you're important by making healthy choices like avoiding processed foods or exercising regularly so that when things get tough (and they will), you'll have the energy needed to push through those moments without feeling overwhelmed by stressors such as mental illness due to poor diet choices (which can lead us down the path towards poor food choices).
Self-care
Self-care can be anything that gives you a boost in self-esteem, makes you feel good, or helps you to relax.
It’s important to practice self-care every day because it will have an impact on your wellbeing and mental health. You should also make sure that any time spent taking care of other people is balanced by some time spent caring for yourself—it’s important not to neglect yourself while helping others!
Here are some examples of simple ways that people have found helpful:
Having a hot bath or shower (and using products like scented candles and bubble baths)
Listening to music
Going for a walk outside in nature (or even just looking at plants)
Fresh organic veggies
If you want to eat fresh organic veggies, then this is the best way to go. However, organic produce is more expensive than conventionally grown produce.
If you are on a budget and cannot afford the price of organic produce, then consider growing your own vegetables in your backyard or at least buying them from local farmers who grow their fruits and veggies organically.
Community gardening
Community gardening is also a great way to get involved in your community, learn about gardening and meet new people.
You can work together on food production to have a large supply of fresh produce or sell the produce you grow.
If you're interested in helping others who are less fortunate than you are then community gardens are a great way to do this as well!
Less meat (more veggies)
If you're looking to be more sustainable, one of the easiest ways to do that is by eating less meat.
Meat is expensive, and in excess can be bad for your health and the environment—it's a triple threat.
Vegetables are cheaper than meat products, healthier and better for the planet. If you want to be an effective eco warrior (and save money), try making the switch!
Organic produce from farmers market
One way to improve your health and reduce your environmental footprint is by eating organic produce.
Organic fruits and vegetables are grown without any synthetic pesticides or fertilizers, so you can avoid the risk of ingesting harmful chemicals when you eat them.
They also tend to taste better since they aren't sprayed with waxes or other chemicals that make them look better, but don't actually contribute anything to their flavor.
When buying organic produce at a farmers market, there are several things you should look out for:
The seller should have some sort of certification that verifies that they are selling organic produce; this will typically be displayed on their table or tent (or even on their clothing). If there is no visible sign as such, then ask if they sell organic items before purchasing anything from them! You can also search online for nearby businesses that sell certified-organic food products in order to locate one near home; otherwise try asking friends who live in different parts of town about where they go shopping for fresh vegetables when it's time for spring cleaning at home - chances are good someone will know about local resources like these!
Sleep 7 - 8 hours a day
Sleep is the time when the body repairs itself and restores its energy levels. It's also important for memory and learning, as well as helping you feel rested and relaxed. Sleep helps keep you healthy in many ways:
Regular sleep helps your immune system work better by boosting your body’s ability to fight off illness.
Sleep deprivation can raise stress hormones such as cortisol, which can damage cells throughout the body (especially brain cells). This may lead to problems with mood or mental performance—and even increase risk of heart disease, diabetes, stroke and cancer.
No smoking, no alcohol
You know that smoking and alcohol are bad for your health. You also know they're bad for the environment and economy, but what if I told you that they're also unsustainable?
The truth is that a lot of our habits have negative consequences—we just don't think about them because we're too busy enjoying ourselves.
But when it comes to sustainability, it's important to consider how your habits affect other people and the planet.
This is especially true for two things we all enjoy: drinking alcohol and smoking cigarettes (or other tobacco products).
Healthy living is sustainable living.
Don't do it all at once. Start small, and build up.
Ask for help when you need it!
Be willing to change your mind if necessary.
Be prepared to fail, but also be prepared to succeed in ways you didn’t even think possible
Healthy living is sustainable living
The planet can’t sustain us if we don’t take care of it. We need to take care of ourselves so that we can help others, and vice versa.
That means taking steps like quitting smoking or drinking alcohol, eating less meat and more veggies, meditating every day (even if just for five minutes), getting enough sleep at night...and more!
