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Speak Up

I’m sure all of us who are vegan (and even those who are not) know the stereotype that all vegans need to let everyone know they’re vegan. I found this a bit ironic the other day when someone asked for examples of what they think of when they think of vegans. This was in a group of non-vegans, all my peers, but all of them had no idea I was vegan; so, naturally, I thought it was a bit funny for them to say “if they’re a vegan, you’ll know because that’s the first thing they’ll tell you.” And yet, they have all known me for the 9(ish) months I’ve been vegan and none of them had any idea…

 
 

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VERB

1. to bestow or express excessive love or fondness habitually 

2. a blog focused on caring for the world and everything on it

 
 

 

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Take a look at all the plastic swaps I’m currently making in my bathroom and maybe even grab a few for yourself!

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We dump 9 million tons of plastic into our oceans every year, how can we combat this with our shower habits?

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The cutest vegan date spots in LA for your last minute Valentine’s Day date.

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Fast fashion is having devastating effects on our environment! Learn more about it and how you can help fight it (while keeping your wardrobe)!

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Cut back on food waste by trying out this new way to make pesto!

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4 things most people overlook as they try to help the environment

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Responding to China’s ban on Plastic Waste
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One year after the announcement of China’s ban on plastic and we still have a worldwide trash problem; how can we deal with all the waste we create?

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“We believe that living conscious life doesn’t mean that we have to compromise on things that bring joy to our lives.” @pargaard #gifted • • I am very excited to announce that I am officially an ambassador for @vepsi_official as they gear up to head to the official launch of The United Nations Alliance for Sustainable Fashion in Nairobi! • • As consumers, it is so important that we support companies we believe in. For me, I value companies that source sustainable resources and maintain ethical practices in terms of labor and animal rights. That’s why it is so important for me to support brands such as @pargaard and @fabricforfreedom because their values line up with mine. • • Learn more about my thoughts on sustainable fashion in my story throughout today (I’ll include t in the highlights as well) and head on over to the blog to check out past posts about fast fashion and sustainable clothing! • • #vepsiambassador #actlikeahero #un4sustainablefashion #solvedifferent #slowfashion #sustainablefashionblogger #fightfastfashion #vepsi #veganfashion
// SPEAK UP // It’s important that we speak up about the thing that mater most to us, but we also have to be careful to do it in a constructive and loving way. I’ve written a little thing for you all that’s up on the blog now. It’s all about starting conversations about veganism and sustainability with those who don’t agree with us. • • I’d love to know your thoughts as well! What advice do you have for spreading awareness on sustainability?
I used to be embarrassed to tell people I’m vegan, but now thanks to @pargaard I can wear my decisions proudly. No matter how you live, you should be proud of the decisions that make you you • • In partnership with @pargaard (gifted) Made with organic cotton and eco friendly ink #vegan #sustainablefashion #sustainablefashionblogger #veganfashion #proudtobevegan
Hey friends! I’ve teamed up with @bohemian.peddler to gift one of you with a beautiful toning face mask and a lip balm! These are two of my favorite plastic free swaps and I can’t wait for you to try them as well! To enter: 1. Like this post 2. Follow @thedotblog and @bohemian.peddler 3. Tag a friend in the comments! P.S. enter as many times as you’d like! Each new friend tagged is a new entry! Contest starts 3/8 12pm PST and ends next Friday 3/15 12pm PST. Good luck! #plasticfree #plasticfreebathroom #plasticfreebeauty #plasticfreegiveaway #plasticfreeliving
How have you been doing with reducing food waste recently? Honestly, since my last compost bin was stolen (rip), I haven’t been doing so great, but I intend to change that this week! • • I’ve decide to start doing something I’m going to call Throwback Thursdays (I know, very original), anyways, every other first Thursday of the month I’m going to highlight one of my most popular or favorite posts from the past. Sometimes it’ll just be something relevant I want to bring up again, or it will be something I wanted to add to or change. For my first Throwback Thursday I chose both one of my most popular posts and one that was probably my favorite to research and write! Head on over to the blog to read all about composting in an apartment (or dorm or house or condo or motorhome) • • #compost #foodwaste #zerofoodwaste #composting #compostbin
I’ve been trying to integrate more soap bars into my life lately to help reduce the waste I create from all the soap I use. @ethiqueworld has wonderful options for hair, body, face and even lotion! • • What are your go to ways to reduce waste in your morning routine? • • Check out this week’s blog post for more ideas to reduce your plastic through everyday routines! #plasticwaste #plasticfree
As I talk about all the plastic swaps I’m making in my morning routine, I wanted to talk about a few unconventional ways I’m reducing plastic. I know most people would say the best way to reduce plastic when brushing your teeth is to use a bamboo toothbrush, and although that’s a great option, I love using electric toothbrushes and my sonicare is great because I only have to replace the brush! (I know that’s still plastic but it’s helping me make less)! • • I also use a Clarisonic brush to wash my face (using a soap bar) instead of using makeup wipes or towels! This is one of the easiest switches I made to stop using makeup wipes PLUS it’s great for your skin! • • What are some unconventional ways you’re reducing plastic? • • #ecofriendly #ecofriendlybathroom #plasticfreeliving #plasticfree
I’ve been working hard these past few weeks to de-plasticize my bathroom after being inspired by both @plaineproducts and @greenup_box here’s a little sneak peak of my progress! A full list of all the plastic swaps I’m making will be up on the blog on Sunday if you need inspiration! • • What swaps are you making to reduce your plastic? • • #plasticfree #plasticrehab #plasticfreeliving #plasticswaps #plasticfreebathroom #plasticfreebathroomgoals
How pretty is my new plastic free shower set up?😍 Have you read my post about how I’m reducing plastic in the shower thanks to Plaine Products? It’s linked in the bio now!
 
 
 
 
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