5 Ways to live a self-sufficient& sustainable life

Being able to live self sufficiently as well as trying to be sustainable to our environment, is a huge driving force, and how I’m living my life raising my family and the things I’m doing for my household. 🪴

•We’re fortunate enough to be able to grow a garden. 🌱 We grow the fruits and veggies we eat regularly so we’re not relying on the super market supply and demand chains. This way, I can make sure that there are no harsh chemicals & pesticides sprayed on the food that I’m feeding to my children.

• You’ll find me baking from scratch… 🥖 🍞 🥯 and I mean everything - from breads, rolls, pastries, breakfast foods, all of it - no boxes just good clean ingredients

• I’ve been finding new sustainable items to “ditch the plastic” for good! I found great alternatives to store our breads (bread bags) & I’ve also just found a compost friendly, sustainable plastic wrap! So on the occasions that I’m unable to use my bread bags or washable bowl covers I can use this and not feel like I’m killing the planet 🌏

• When weather permits, we hang outside. So, from March or April until well into the cooler months here in New England our clothes are outside & using the sun’s rays to dry or close as opposed to using electricity ☀️

• Making our own laundry detergent has been a game changer. The amount of money that we save, as well as the amount of toxins we’ve cut out is insurmountable. The most difficult part of this whole process is grinding a bar of soap (which let’s be honest takes about three minutes) so in my eyes worth it.

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