In this episode, financial coach, Heather Langford Oynes, explains how applying intentionality and creating a spending plan for our finances can be great for personal peace and the environment.Heather is a wife, mother, and money stewardship coach. Her passion is empowering others to give more, save more & become debt free!  To connect with Heather, visit her community group at CREATED for MORE: A Financial Stewardship Community for Christian Women Facebook Community Page. Won't You Be Social With Us?Instagram @lifeontheupcycleLife on the Upcycle Facebook PageLife on the Upcycle Facebook Community PageCREATED for MORE: A Financial Stewardship Community for Christian Women Facebook Community Page

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12: REDUCE & Personal Finances with Heather Oynes, Financial Coach

After a few months hiatus, I&apos;m back and ready to start us off with a Eco-Mindset Challenge. In this episode I explain what an Eco-Mindset means and why understanding "your why" is so important. Don&apos;t have a why? No worries! I&apos;ll talk you through defining one! Find us on Facebook @ www.facebook.com/lifeontheupcycleJoin the community @ www.facebook.com/groups/loveearthbigFollow us on Insta @lifeontheupcycle 

11: Eco-Mindset - Discovering Your Why

In this episode, Kristi Soomer, the founder and CEO of Encircled, discusses with me what makes Encircled both ethical and sustainable. During this episode, she gives insight into what a capsule wardrobe looks like (which is a great way to have a sustainable closet if you are busy and short on time) think less laundry and faster morning routines!  Kristi shares her personal experience as a business owner during the pandemic and ended the episode with a challenge that empowers all of us to be the change in the world.Kristi Soomer is the founder and CEO of Encircled, a Canadian-made line of versatile, sustainably made clothing that helps women streamline their wardrobes. Coming from a non-traditional background for a fashion designer, Kristi holds an MBA from Queen’s University and a Bachelor of Administrative and Commercial Studies, with a specialization in Economics, from Western University. Inspired by her love of travel and dislike for checking a bag, Kristi started Encircled in 2012 as a side gig while she was working as a management consultant. Kristi’s first multi-way design - The Chrysalis Cardi - was made on the kitchen floor of her condo using a sewing machine she found on Craigslist. Over the next two years, Kristi immersed herself in fabric research and courses in illustrating and sewing to create a capsule collection of sustainably made basics and multi-way clothing. In 2014, Kristi left her corporate job to open Encircled’s first studio space in Toronto.As CEO of Encircled, Kristi is committed to meeting high ethical and sustainable standards in all aspects of her company, from using fabrics that honor the environment to providing good working conditions and fair wages for her sewers. This is an episode you won&apos;t want to miss! Won&apos;t You Be Social With Us? Instagram @lifeontheupcycleLife on the Upcycle Facebook PageLife on the Upcycle Facebook Community PageLife on the Upcycle WebsiteInstagram @encircledEncircled Facebook PageEncircled WebsiteThe Journal BlogBoss and Brave Podcast Facebook Page Reports and articles discussed in the intro:Savelli, Heidi. "Fashion&apos;s Tiny Hidden Secret." UN Environment, 13 Mar. 2019, https://www.unenvironment.org/news-and-stories/story/fashions-tiny-hidden-secret

10: Ethical and Sustainable Clothing with Kristi Soomer, Founder and CEO of Encircled

In the midst of all the uncertainty and stress that COVID-19 has brought all of us on one level or another, I wanted to provide everyone with a non-COVID-19 related story of hope and courage. In this episode, I spoke with Toya Stone, the host of Hi There Love. We talked about all the things! The story of building her tiny house from YouTube videos, how living in a tiny house has made her family live a life of more intention (including more eco-friendly choices), surviving Hurricane Harvey in her YouTube tiny house, and their inspiring adoption story. This is an episode you won&apos;t want to miss! 

9: Not Another COVID-19 Episode, A Story of Hope and Courage

In this episode, we talk succulents and plants with Rachael Cohen, the Owner of Infinite Succulent. Rachael provides amazing insight into the health and mental benefits of integrating succulents and plants into your home. Rachael talks about the current state of the environment and urges us all to take a stand for the Earth during times of uncertainty. Lets Love Earth Big! Social Up With Us!Instagram @lifeontheupcycleLife on the Upcycle Facebook PageLife on the Upcycle Facebook Community PageLife on the Upcycle WebsiteInstagram @infinitesucculentInfinite Succulent Facebook PageInfinite Succulent Website Reports and articles discussed in the intro:Goodman, N.B., Wheeler, A.J., Paevere, P.J. et al. Emissions from dryer vents during use of fragranced and fragrance-free laundry products. Air Qual Atmos Health 12, 289–295 (2019). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11869-018-0643-8

8: Your Succulent Guide for a Healthier Home with Rachael Cohen, Owner of Infinite Succulent

Did you know that several research articles have observed a link in air pollution and mental illnesses (such as depression, dementia, anxiety, and suicide)? I sure didn't! In this episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Michelle Borunda, a licensed clinical social worker from Fort Worth, Texas. Michelle works with adolescents and adults on life transitions, anxiety, trauma, and many other mental health obstacles. Michelle and I talk about the mental health challenges of social distancing and sheltering in place. She gives us all relatable tips on how to support healthcare workers, how to compartmentalize work and home life, ideas on how to talk to children about the coronavirus, and positive ways to take care of your mental health. She also describes symptoms of anxiety and depression, and how and where to reach out for help.  If you're thinking about suicide, are worried about a friend or loved one, or would like emotional support, the Lifeline Network is available 24/7 across the United States at 1800-273-8255 or www.sucidepreventionlifeline.org. Social Up With Us! Instagram @lifeontheupcycleLife on the Upcycle Facebook PageLife on the Upcycle Facebook Community PageLife on the Upcycle Website Reports and articles discussed in the intro:C. Brokamp, J.R. Strawn, A.F. Beck, and P. Ryan, Pediatric Psychiatric Emergency Department Utilization and Fine Particulate Matter: A Case-Crossover Study. Environmental Health Perspectives, 127 (9)(2019). S. Roberts, L, Arseneault, B. Barratt, S. Beevers, A. Danese, C.L. Odgers, T.E. Moffitt, A. Reuben, F.J. Kelly, H.L. Fisher, Exploration of NO2 and PM2.5 air pollution and mental health problems using high-resolution data in London-based children from a UK longitudinal cohort study. Psychiatry Research, 272 pp 8-17. Nicole Pajar, 'How To Support People In Health Care Working During Coronavirus,' HuffPost. 

7: Maintaining Mental and Environmental Wellness During  A Pandemic

This episode is dedicated to ideas that will help you navigate sustainable living in a social distancing climate. In this episode, I share how our family is using this time to learn and grow. I also will give you tips on how to navigate the toilet paper situation, just in case it persists; a few resourceful activities you can do with your kiddos; and ways to extend kindness and grace to yourself, others, and our healthcare workers. Please, won't you be social with us?Instagram @lifeontheupcycleLife on the Upcycle Facebook PageLife on the Upcycle Facebook Community PageLife on the Upcycle Website Links mentioned in the episodeBuzzsprout Offer https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=706196 ($20 Amazon Card)Aquaus SprayMate Cloth Diaper Sprayer Splatter ShieldUnicorn Clean Laundry Detergent 

6: How to Live Sustainably in a Social Distancing Climate

In this episode, I sat down with Andee Chamberlain, Sustainability Programs Manager for Texas Parks and Wildlife. We discussed a few of the department&apos;s sustainability efforts in our state parks, including the installation of solar panels, rural recycling programs, the Dark Skies Program, and the opening of the Palo Pinto Mountains State Park. Additionally, Andee shares insights into some of the parks she has visited and gives her favorite eco-friendly camping tips!Please, won&apos;t you be social with us?Instagram @lifeontheupcycleLife on the Upcycle Facebook PageLife on the Upcycle Facebook Community PageInstagram @texasparkswildlifeTexas Parks and Wildlife Wedsite Click here to make your camping reservation Texas Parks and Wildlife Facebook Page 

5: Sustainable Camping with Andee Chamberlain of Texas Parks and Wildlife

Rhinos are being brutally poached at a rate of more than three per day. We could lose this magnificent species by the middle of this century. Dr. Michael Slattery, Professor and Director of the Institute for Environmental Studies at TCU,  breaks down the Rhino Crisis situation in South Africa and provides actionable ways listeners can be apart of the solution.The TCU Rhino Initiative is a collaboration between the Institute for Environmental Studies and rhino conservationists in the Eastern Cape region of South Africa.  Planet Rhino’s mission is (https://planetrhino.tcu.edu/) to keep you informed on this crisis and their efforts in the areas of protection, awareness, rescue, and community participation. Most importantly, they ask for your involvement in the fight to ensure the rhino’s long-term survival.Sign up for the Rhino Race or gift a donation:https://runsignup.com/RaceGroups/27485 Let's get social! Please, won't you be social with us?Instagram @lifeontheupcycleLife on the Upcycle Facebook PageLife on the Upcycle Facebook Community PageInstagram and Twitter @planetrhinoPlanet Rhino Facebook PagePlanet Rhino Website TCU Institute for Environmental Studies Reports and articles discussed in the intro:Decline of the North American avifauna, SCIENCE04 OCT 2019 : 120-124Being Serious About Saving Bees, USDA ‘Unprecedented’; Species Extinction Rates, Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES)Educational Tools: Mass Extinctions - National GeographicWorld Wildlife Federation's WILD Classroom 

4: Combating the Rhino Crisis with Dr. Michael Slattery, Professor and Director of the Institute for Environmental Studies at TCU

Julie Kennedy of Raw Wellness is a pro at making health and wellness accessible to busy families. She says, “You might be tempted to think ‘Oh it's just one can on the street, one piece of trash, it's not that big of a deal. But if we keep picking up one piece here and there it's going to add up, it's going to add up a lot. It's the same with self-care, it's the same with our health. A little bit here and there it doesn't have to look like this big extravagant expensive thing."According to a 2010 USDA study, 30 - 40% of the food in the United States is wasted. Today's episode will equip you with ideas to help reduce food waste in your home.Julie provides tips and ideas that you can start implementing right away! Her ingenuous hacks will help you reduce food waste AND become more efficient with your time. Julie is a true educator. She not only discussed food waste but also shared valuable insights on the importance of self-care. Don't miss this episode, it is jam-packed with wonderful suggestions! Please, won't you be social with us?Instagram @lifeontheupcycleLife on the Upcycle Facebook PageLife on the Upcycle Facebook Community PageInstagram @myrawwellnessRaw Wellness Facebook Page Reports and articles discussed in the intro: USDA - Food Waste FAQsEPA - National Overview: Facts and Figures on Materials, Wastes and Recycling EPA - Composting at Home 

3: How to be Efficient with Your Food and Time - Julie Kennedy, Owner of Raw Wellness

The quick and dirty of what the Life on the Upcycle Podcast is all about! Simply, helping busy families along the journey of living an eco-friendly centered lifestyle. Can we be “Social?” Instagram @lifeontheupcycleLife on the Upcycle Facebook Page Life on the Upcycle Facebook Community Page 

1 : Setting the Stage - An Introduction of What to Expect

Tackling the larger waste environmental issue can start at home. Have you ever felt overwhelmed by clutter or from the amount of "stuff" in your home? Sara Fritsch, the owner of Moxie Space Professional Organizing (in Austin, Texas) and her team of organizers believes that an organized home leads to less stress, better health and more energy to spend on what you love. She walked me through the steps to maintain an organized space, how to give the "stuff" that's no longer needed a second life, and how to shop with intention - escaping the pitfalls of impulse shopping. Her words of encouragement (that you will hear in this interview), have since inspired me to implement her systems into our house's daily routine, and have empowered me to be a more conscious shopper. Please, won't you be social with us? Instagram @lifeontheupcycleLife on the Upcycle Facebook Page Life on the Upcycle Facebook Community Page Moxie Space Professional Organizing Websitelnstagram @moxiespaceMoxie Space Professional Organizing Facebook Twitter @moxiespacell References from the show: Delightful blog posts from Moxie Space Professional Organizing Redefining Abundance to Create More Joy in Our LivesThe 10-Minute TidyEPA National Overview: Facts and Figures on Materials, Wastes and Recycling

2 : Tackling Waste Reduction with Moxie Space Professional Organizing

This podcast is devoted to providing busy families with tools and information to apply environmentally-sustainable practices to their daily routines.