Climate Change Is Turning Outdoor Athletes Into Some of Our Planet’s Fiercest Advocates
Australian professional surfer Tully White’s visit to California for the Malibu stop of the World Surf League’s longboard tour was not going as planned. An oil spill to the south of Los Angeles meant that, each day, the precise location of the competition had to change based on where the oil floated. Among the fans, workers in hazmat suits […]
The Intersectionality of the Sustainability Movement Can’t Be Ignored—Here’s Why
Throughout the month of April, Well+Good is celebrating the Earth and those who are working hardest to protect it and promote sustainability. Our recently released Climate Issue features pieces about food waste, microplastics, and sustainability in healthcare, and ultimately centers on the people walking the walk and talking the talk when it comes to caring about the planet. No social […]
I’m a Climate Psychologist, and These Are My Top 6 Tips for Coping With Tough Emotions About the Environment
Are you struggling with tricky climate emotions? It would hardly be shocking if so. That’s just part of being alive in 2023. Grappling with the climate emergency and its implications is the core challenge of our time: politically, emotionally, and even spiritually. As a clinical psychologist turned climate activist, it’s a primary focus of my career to consider […]
I’m a Climate Psychologist, and These Are My Top 6 Tips for Coping With Tough Emotions About the Environment
Share on facebookShare on twitterShare on pinterestShare on email Are you struggling with tricky climate emotions? It would hardly be shocking if so. That’s just part of being alive in 2023. Grappling with the climate emergency and its implications is the core challenge of our time: politically, emotionally, and even spiritually. As a clinical psychologist turned climate activist, […]
To Begin Living Plastic-Free, Drew Barrymore Recommends Starting Small and Letting It Snowball
Drew Barrymore didn’t totally give up plastic overnight, and doesn’t think you should, either. When it comes to living a more sustainable lifestyle, the award-winning actress, talkshow host, mom, and entrepreneur recommends taking baby steps, starting with tangible tweaks you actually want to change, and letting it cascade from there. “My whole journey, which started four years ago, was […]
Let’s Talk About Scraps: A Beginner’s Guide to Composting
Share on facebookShare on twitterShare on pinterestShare on email While composting for gardening has been lauded for generations, it seems like almost everyone is outfitting their kitchens and backyards with compost bins in an attempt to live more eco-conscious lives. Intrigued? Keep reading to learn more about how to compost at home. What is composting? Composting is the […]
I Put 3 Different Types of Plants in My Bedroom To Improve My Sleep for a Month—Here’s What Happened
Share on facebookShare on twitterShare on pinterestShare on email I’m what they call plant-obsessed. They’re trailing off shelves, sitting in window sills, hanging from ceilings… it’s like an extremely easy version of “Where’s Waldo?” where foliage is the star. Aside from the aesthetics, I’m also a fan of the benefits. Houseplants have been shown to improve concentration, help us […]
‘Bridgerton’ Actress Arsema Thomas Is Amplifying BIPOC Climate Activists Through New Collab
Share on facebookShare on twitterShare on pinterestShare on email Climate change isn’t a theory. It’s not a “might happen, might not” farsighted concern for future generations, and it’s not a hypothetical. At the risk of feeding any climate anxiety you may already have, climate change is here, and we’ve already begun to feel the catastrophic effects of […]
Here’s Why You Should Be Reversing Your Ceiling Fan’s Direction for Winter
It’s officially that time of year: Mariah Carey has defrosted and is once again ready to tell us what she wants for the holiday season, and you’re likely trying to shake off the cold, too, without necessarily cranking up the heat and dialing up your energy bill in the process. Adding on layers of sweaters […]
When Exactly Is It Time to Replace My Tupperware?
We’ve all got that one trusty piece of Tupperware that’s been through it all—but how do you know when it’s time to let go? While plastic containers might seem indestructible, they don’t last forever. From cracks to funky lingering smells, there are a few telltale signs that it’s time to swap out your old food […]