3 Quick Tips on Living A Simple & Sustainable Life

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If your stress levels are soaring, you don’t spend as much time as you’d like with your family, or you feel guilty about your household’s impact on the environment, it could be time to take a step back and re-evaluate your approach to life. By paying attention to the following tips, you might be able to lead a simpler, happier and more sustainable existence.

Make the most of your outdoor space

Image by Jeremy Levine Design used under the Creative Commons license

Image by Jeremy Levine Design used under the Creative Commons license

One simple step you can take to improve your life is to make more of your outdoor area. By whipping your garden into shape and ensuring it’s a comfortable and enjoyable place to spend time in, you should find that your yard gets much more use. From creating a garden or play area for your kids to making sure your garden lighting is up-to-scratch, revamping your outdoor space will provide you with a place to relax and unwind right on your doorstep. For a breath of fresh air you could choose some new garden furniture, which you can purchase at Tesco. There’s nothing better than spending lazy summer days relaxing with your loved ones in your garden.

You might also want to devote some of your outdoor area to growing fruit and vegetables. There’s something satisfying about planting and harvesting your own food, and it’s an activity that the whole family can get involved in.

Plan your meals, and cook in batches

Finding the time to cook healthy and wholesome meals can be tricky these days, especially if you’re working and raising a family. However, by rethinking the way you approach food, you should be able to make this easier. For example, try cooking in batches and freezing leftover portions. This means that when you’re short on time, you can reach for tasty, home cooked dishes that take a matter of minutes to heat up.

Also, plan your meals ahead and shop carefully. This will help ensure that you don’t overspending on food, or end up throwing items out because you haven’t got round to using them. 

Reconsider your approach to chores

Another top tip is to delegate certain tasks around the house. Taking on too many chores can leave you exhausted, and it can cause resentment and tension to build in your household. Instead, try to get your partner and kids to play their part with the cleaning, cooking and laundry.

Make sure you have the right equipment at home too. For example, using an energy saving dishwasher can actually work out cheaper than doing your washing up by hand, and it will save you time and hassle too.

Make time for the important things

Last but not least on this list, it’s important to try to make time for the important things in life. From arranging date nights with your partner, to taking your kids out on trips, spending quality time with the people you love will help to boost your happiness, and it should make it easier to maintain harmony at home.

By following advice like this, you should find you’re able to live a simpler and more sustainable life.

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Margarita Ibbott is a travel and lifestyle blogger. She blogs about travel in Canada, the United States and Europe giving practical advice through restaurant, hotel and attraction reviews. She writes for DownshiftingPRO.com and other online media outlets.