To lead a sustainable life is to reduce, to reuse, Recycle… but also practice mindfulness, Eat Healthy , take care of ourselves and promote our wellness. All these actions are part of the same goal: to maintain a physical and mental balance that is as healthy as possible with respect to ourselves and what surrounds us.
As we have seen in recent times, our health and that of the planet are intimately linked, so that if one suffers, the other will end up being damaged as well. Therefore, it is not surprising that the study Healthy & Sustainable Living affirm that leading a sustainable life makes us happier!
A good way to reuse KORKEN jars (€2.5) that you no longer use can be by turning them into pots for aromatic herbs
This annual research program, promoted by IKEA and other large companies, analyzes the change in behavior of the inhabitants of 25 countries around the world towards an increasingly healthy and environmentally friendly existence.
So, depending on the job, a 51% of those surveyed declare to be more aware of the climate crisis now than before the pandemic. Therefore, a 42% says that now it is more selective with what you buy, while a 25% has stopped buying luxury items or non-essential to your life, with the saving what that entails.
This awareness, as they explain from IKEA, implies a feeling of guilt when we consume excessively , or when we waste or throw away things that are still in good condition.
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In the opposite direction, the same thing happens; there is one strong correlation between healthy and sustainable living and quality of life . “The more people say they are actively living in healthy and sustainable ways, the higher their life satisfaction,” reads the paper, which continues: “In none of the countries surveyed do we find that healthy and sustainable performance leads to less satisfaction with life.
aware of all this, from IKEA they encourage us to lead a more circular existence, that helps both the well-being of the Earth and ours. But how to do it? Where to start? Take a look at our gallery and enjoy the simplest and most satisfying tips for live healthier, more sustainable and happier from right now!