Easy ways to go green at home

Everybody has to start somewhere, so here are some simple ways to go green that everyone can do. Almost all of these ‘green tips’ will save you money in the short or longer term. So you’re not only helping the environment you may be helping your pocket too.

• Recycle, you know you should, so just do it.

• Switch it off. Leaving a room? Switch the light off. Turning the TV off at night? Switch it off at the wall rather than leaving it on standby.

• Buy Energy Efficient Appliances. Once an appliance has irreparably broken this is a good time to look into replacing it with a far more energy efficient one.

• Hang your washing out to dry. Using a clothes line or hanging your clothes indoors on a airer is much better for the environment and your wallet than using a tumble dryer.

• Use Energy Saving Light Bulbs. LED lightbulbs are more expensive to buy initially but last longer and will save both energy and money over time.

• Drink Tap Water. Tap water is perfectly safe to drink in many parts of the world. Stop buying all those water bottles.

• Fix Leaking taps. It’s a simple way to save water at home.

• Grow your own! Grow your own herbs or some veggies at home.

• Drive at the speed limit. Boring? Yes but it’s safer, cheaper and better for the environment.

• Buy Local. Wherever possible buy your fruit and veg from local farmers markets. You’re supporting the local economy, less likely to be purchasing unnecessary plastic.

• Buy a reusable water bottle

• Go paperless. Pay your bills online.

• Use quick wash cycles. As well as using cold water (30 degrees or less), use one of the shorter cycles.

• Collect rain water to water your plants.

• Make a compost bin at home.

• Check your home for draughts. Draught- proofing is one of the cheapest and most effective way to save energy-and money in any type of building.

• Cook in bulk then freezing the excess can reduce your food waste ensuring you use all your fresh vegetables before they go off.

• Stop using bleach to clean your toilet Baking soda and vinegar are a great alternative. There are so many ways to clean your bathroom in an eco friendly way.

In turbulent times many of us harness ways to feel grounded to calm anxiety and sooth stress, so it’s not surprising that alternative therapies like crystal healing have come to the fore.

Benefits:

The proposed healing benefits of crystals predominantly surround areas of mental well being; including feelings of tranquility, positivity and focus, as well as enhanced immunity and pain relief. Individual crystals are also known to have their own special energies that align to different areas of your life, with their shape and colour as well as their type affecting their influence.

• Provides a sense calmness, peace and tranquility

• Releases anxiety and stress

• Increases levels of alertness and concentration

• Lifts feelings of depression, despondency and desperation

• Eases mental tiredness

• Balances Chakra energy

• Releases stagnant energy, boosting available energy on all levels

Crystal healing is an ancient therapy that utilises the natural power of crystals and gemstones to improve health and wellbeing. Crystal healing is holistic, meaning that the treatment restores health and balance at all levels, emotional, physical and spiritual.

The concept of using crystals to heal has been around for centuries. But with celebrities such as Victoria Beckham and Adele speaking publicly about their belief in the practice, there has been a mainstream resurgence in recent years. Adele has been particularly open about her battle with stage fright and has frequently spoken about the use of crystals to calm her nerves.

In your session you will be fully clothed and laying on the bed. The therapist will check the flow of each of the seven main chakras and bring them back to balance. A combination of appropriate healing crystals are chosen and placed on the chakras and bring balance back to mind, body and spirit.

The treatment is suitable for everyone. Perfect for those needing a less invasive treatment to bring help during difficult times, ease stress and anxiety or physical healing for the body.

• Connects you to a place of inner peace and healing

• Helps to develop spirituality and find your true purpose in life

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• There are many physical benefits too, helping with lots of common ailments.