34 Free and Sustainable Hangout Ideas
So many hangout ideas rely on consumption or spending money. Growing up, the go-to activity in my Midwestern hometown was shopping or going to…
Back to the Roots Mushroom Kit Review (Unsponsored)
Mushroom kits have become pretty popular lately, but not all of them work equally well. I was super curious, so I bought a few…
Individual vs. Systemic Change: Reforms in the Fashion Industry
Sustainable fashion isn’t only about conscious consumption on an individual level—it’s also about advocating for larger-scale change to the industry. In post, I’ll discuss…
Fitbit vs. Garmin: A Marathon Runner’s Perspective
I’m part of a ton of running Facebook groups, and one of the common questions I see asked is “garmin or fitbit”? (Along with…
Deep Dive into House of Sunny’s Ethics and Sustainability
House of Sunny is a UK brand with colorful “avant basic” clothing (think funky prints and trendy silhouettes). You’ve likely seen their iconic cardigans…
10 Day Trips from Columbus, Ohio—Local’s Guide
People love to joke about how there’s nothing to do in Ohio, and as a native Ohioan, I’ve made my fair share of those…
23 Places to Donate Old Clothes Other than Goodwill
For Americans, Goodwill is the go-to place to donate clothing. Goodwill is a non-profit that provides job training and generally affordable clothing. While it has…
Race Review: Providence Marathon 2021
This is the first race review I’m writing in 1.5 years, and it feels pretty surreal. The Providence Marathon happens every year on the…
Is Madewell Ethical or Sustainable? + Alternative Brands
Madewell is known for its wardrobe staples that are just a touch of bohemian and preppy. Its relatively steep prices, classic styles, and name…
The Inherent Contradiction of Being a Sustainable Influencer
As a creator in the sustainability sphere, I’ve been thinking a lot about the inherent contradiction of being a sustainable influencer. While I want…