Volunteering Holidays

April 30, 2023March 20, 20162

By Sean Lee During holidays, most of us are craving for a time to relax and enjoy with family and friends – be it a short travel abroad or a luxurious cruise across the Caribbean. Alongside with this need to indulge ourselves a bit, sometimes we also tend to become materialistic

From the Heart

April 29, 2023March 20, 20162

By Wendy Appleyard A[dropcap] friend of mine gave blood – she didn’t want to – once finished she delighted in telling everyone all the details - right down to the kind of biscuit she was served afterwards. It was like her deed was done now, she had crossed that off her

8 Tips to Travel Sustainably

April 28, 2023December 11, 20220

Sustainability and travel may seem at odds as concepts. But sustainable travel is the balance of minimizing the negative impact of tourism on the environment and local communities, while still enjoying all the benefits of travel. Here are 10 tips for traveling sustainably: Research your destination before you go. Learn about

How the Animal Agriculture Industry Impacts the Planet

April 27, 2023November 28, 20170

The animal agriculture industry is one of the biggest players in climate change to date. Our growing population, coupled with the increasing demand for animal products, is putting pressure on agriculture farms to expand and cater to the needs of the world. Many of the world's resources are also used

Acceptance

April 26, 2023March 20, 20160

By Simone Ravenscroft We all judge each other - this is a fact of life. I believe I speak for the majority when I say, if you can genuinely look someone in the eyes and say you have NEVER passed judgment on another person in any way, you would be lying. Judging

Anti-bullying tips for children

April 25, 2023October 25, 20160

Bullying is a big problem in our schools today. However, bullying has always been a problem. The main differences between bullying today from the past are the nature of the bullying and the violence that occurs in the aftermath. Cyberbullying is becoming a popular and more destructive form of bullying

Food for thought: You are not alone

April 24, 2023March 21, 20161

By William Rue We are not alone. As a species we socialise with anything we can acknowledge as alive, dogs, cats, horses, trees. To some degree even a thing having eyes is enough to interact with it. I have often wondered when does not being in the company of others make you

Become More Altruistic Through Meditation

April 23, 2023February 17, 20170

By Greg Fisher Meditation is often considered a lifestyle and not just a practice, as it makes us more knowledgeable about the art of living. Many have found it to be a life transforming experience because it can make one discover the potential for good we have. It is a practice

Pass the torch: Composting

April 22, 2023March 21, 20160

[authorbox authorid="Rebecca Joki" title="Rebecca Joki"] There are so many ways to make a difference in someone's life. There are so many less fortunate people in the world, the country, and maybe even the city or town where you live. Sometimes, though, it's difficult to know where or how to start.

How to Host a Sustainable Wedding

April 21, 2023November 21, 20190

Did you know that the average wedding produces more than 400 pounds of garbage? Annually, weddings in the U.S. contribute to releasing more than 63 tons of CO2, so it’s fair to say that the wedding industry has a waste problem. The good news is that eco-conscious couples are taking notice