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The Ultimate Earth Day Resource: 45 Articles for Green Living
Happy Earth Day! Are you celebrating today? Are you setting new green goals? Are you just now realizing it’s Earth Day and scrambling to find something memorable or instructional to do with your kids? Whatever your reason for visiting today, I’m glad you did! Because today I have an extra special roundup of ALL THINGS GREEN LIVING. Yup! You read that right. You hit the jackpot and stumbled upon everything you can think of related to green living from The Peaceful Burrow. Some of the below categories may overlap so you might find posts in multiple articles for easy reference. World Earth Day theme for 2024 is Planet vs Plastics,…
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3 Super Easy Eco-Friendly Things To Do Today
Family-Friendly and Eco-Friendly Things To Do Looking for meaningful ways to bond with your family while making a positive impact on the planet? Today, more than ever, families are embracing eco-friendly practices as a way to teach children about environmental responsibility and cultivate a deeper connection with nature. In this guide, we’ll explore three eco-friendly things you can do with your family today, turning everyday moments into opportunities for environmental stewardship and family bonding. Let’s dive in and discover how together, as a family, we can take small steps towards a greener, more sustainable future. Eco-Friendly Crafts Get creative with eco-friendly crafts using recycled materials such as paper, cardboard, or plastic…
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3 Simple Ways to Navigate the Emotional Rollercoaster of Motherhood
Mom Life Unfiltered: Emotional Rollercoaster of Motherhood Let’s get real for a moment. Being a mom is a wild ride, isn’t it? We’ve got all these beautiful moments filled with love, laughter, and snuggles. But let’s be honest – there are also those times when we’re drowning in a sea of emotions we never even knew existed. And have we ever been truly taught how to navigate the emotional rollercoaster of motherhood?? I know I haven’t. Mommy Guilt Guilt? Oh yeah, we’ve all been there. Whether it’s feeling guilty for not spending enough time with the kids, for losing our temper, or for choosing fast food over a home cooked…
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Tired of Being Tired? 10 Ways to Reclaim Your Energy When You Struggle with Sleep
Mom March is here! And I’m starting the month off strong by focusing on sleep deprivation and fatigue. (Ask me why I’m starting here lol.). We’ve all been there – those nights when sleep seems elusive, whether due to stress, a busy schedule, a wide-awake child, or simply a restless mind. But fear not, there are ways to help when you struggle with sleep. In this post, we’ll explore 10 things you can do when you find yourself running on empty, helping you prioritize rest and rejuvenation. If you missed my introduction to Mom March, including my first all-important recommendation for taking some of the weight off of your shoulders,…
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Struggling through Motherhood: How to Let Go of Expectations Right Now
Mom Struggles Are you struggling through motherhood? Being a mom is hard!! I recently typed into Google, “What are the biggest problems moms face?” and came back with a list of 19 things. It looks like this: Sleep deprivationGuiltBreastfeeding problemsFatigueDifficulty balancing work and personal lifeFinancial strainStressBalancing family and workIdentity lossIsolationLack of timeAnxietyChild care and houseworkDifficult in making choicesEmotional challengesFeeling fatGetting personal timeHealing from childbirthLimited access to quality childcarePostpartum depressionSocial factorsWorking mom problemsWorking too much Wow. Just wow. I mean, reading that list made me want to cry, scream, cry again, and basically just feel depressed. I have definitely felt each and every one of those on the list at one…
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How to Travel like a Minimalist Family: My Top 5 Regrets
Travel like a Minimalist: 5 Regrets from my Family Vacation (and 4 things I don’t regret!) 5 months since our last family vacation and 10 months since our last family flight meant major excitement for our recent trip to Cancun! We travel frequently and prefer to travel as minimally as possible with our family of 5. This means less stuff, less unpacking and repacking, less clutter, less laundry, and less stress! This vacation, we even ditched the baby gear for the first time ever and it was SO FREEING! But even though we are superb travelers in the way of minimalism, there are always things I reflect upon. Here are…
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How to Make Small, Low-Energy, Big-Impact Changes: Part 2
Low-Energy, Big-Impact Changes Last week I introduced you to the idea of small, low-energy, big-impact changes you can start making now for a more fulfilling, balanced life. These included incorporating micro-habits, finding gratitude in small moments, and one-minute meditations. If you missed last week’s post, check it out here. Don’t miss a post again! Subscribe to my weekly emails here: This week we’re taking it a step further to include some of my favorite things: social media boundaries, daily journaling, and nature breaks. Social Media Boundaries: Creating a Healthier Online Experience A couple years ago, one of my dance students encouraged me to watch “The Social Dilemma” – a Netflix…
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How to make Small, Low-Energy, Big-Impact Changes
In the hustle and bustle of our daily lives, the idea of making significant changes can often feel daunting and overwhelming – especially in the cold winter months! However, transformative shifts don’t always require immense energy and effort. In fact, some of the most impactful changes can stem from small, manageable adjustments to our routines. Today, let’s explore the realm of small, low-energy, big-impact changes, focusing on micro-habits, gratitude in small moments, and one-minute meditations. These can all add up to a more fulfilling and balanced life! Micro-Habits: The Power of Small Changes Micro-habits, tiny adjustments to our daily routines, have the potential to yield significant results over time. Instead…
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Why I Quit New Year Resolutions in 2024
As January 1st rolled around, I saw and heard all the usual chatter around New Year Resolutions. Nothing new there. However, scrolling through social media I found just as many people denouncing resolutions as I did embracing them. This struck me differently. I have always been one to make several resolutions, set big goals, and start new bullet journal trackers that I most definitely won’t fill out after 2 weeks, But I’m changing things up this year. Why? Because I have come to the conclusion that these cold winter months are a time for hibernating, just like in nature. Okay, I know we can’t physically hibernate. But January has low…
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How to Have an Eco-Friendly Winter Break: 6 Tips
Eco-Friendly Winter Break As the winter season sets in, bringing with it crisp air and the promise of snowflakes, it’s the perfect time to slow down and embrace the tranquility of a green and relaxing winter break. Instead of succumbing to the hectic pace that often accompanies the holidays, let’s explore some tips to infuse your winter break with eco-friendly practices and peaceful moments. Read on for ways to have an eco-friendly winter break. Nature Escapes Make the most of the winter wonderland by planning nature escapes for the family. Whether it’s a weekend in a cozy cabin, day trip to a nearby national park, or a walk around the…
