During this stressful and uncertain time it’s important to focus on the things you can control like your outlook and your mental well-being. By doing projects each day and feeling a sense of accomplishment when you finish them you can maintain a positive daily outlook. Here is a list of the things I’ve been doing to stay busy and positive. Go through your closet and donate things you don’t wear Mend or refashion your old clothes Do a puzzle or crossword Deep clean your kitchen or bathroom Read a novel Plan your dream vacation and budget it out Bake something Do a DIY project Plant some flowers Do a…
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Ways I Want to Waste Less
I’ve found comfort in transitioning to less wasteful living. It makes every decision I make intentional and more thoughtful. This year I have switched to: using reusable bags, a 100% recycled toilet paper brand (Who Gives a Crap), a biodegradable phone case (from Pela), and a bamboo toothbrush. I want to keep making swaps for things I use daily to create less waste. The Journey to Sustainability Last year, when I was studying in Scotland, I was living a somewhat minimalist lifestyle because I knew I would be moving back to the US and I couldn’t fit a lot in my suitcase on the way back. But I also realized…
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Hello world!
Welcome to the Creative and Ambitious blog! This blog contains articles about travel, life, sustainability, and creativity. My Journey At the age of 22, I started this blog to focus on what I wanted in life. After studying in Scotland for a year and returning home to Wisconsin, I just felt lost. I had finally adjusted to living in Scotland and it was time for me to leave. Studying in Scotland had always been a lofty dream of mine. But after working three jobs, saving everything I could, and student loans, I made it a reality. Studying abroad was an amazing experience and I am forever grateful I was able…
