life·style

noun

the way in which a person or group lives.

example: "the benefits of a healthy lifestyle"

way of life, way of living, manner of living, conduct, behavior, customs, habits, ways

feng·shui

noun

(in Chinese thought) a system of laws considered to govern spatial arrangement and orientation in relation to the flow of energy (qi), and whose favorable or unfavorable effects are taken into account when siting and designing buildings.

Chinese, from fēng ‘wind’ and shuǐ ‘water’

my approach

how can we be more intentional, meaningful and efficient with our living spaces? how can we improve the way we live where we live? do the things we buy enhance the quality of our home life or diminish the quality of our home life? how do our choices impact people and the planet?

here you can find inspiration, tips and guidance on ways to improve your lifestyle and physical environment by carefully selecting which products you use inside your home. the products I recommend for home and living aim to keep health, cost, quality, sustainability and style in mind.

a healthy home is a happy home

start small

little changes lead to big changes

shop smart

do your research, compare and contrast

tips for success

learn from your mistakes

we all make mistakes - learn from them!

be patient

take your time - results don’t happen overnight

have fun

self-improvement can be fun!

try your best

nobody’s perfect!

practice mindfulness

be fully present when making decisions

avoid plastic, non-stick, chemicals, artificial fragrance

instead try glass, stainless-steel, cast-iron, wooden, bamboo, plant-based, fragrance free or natural fragrance

keep the environment in mind

choosing environmentally-friendly products is good for your health and good for the planet! it’s a win-win!