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Mother’s Day is just as much of a celebration for solo moms as it is for other moms. One of the many difficulties of being a single parent is finding time to make meaningful memories with your children. Being a single parent myself, I understand the value of special occasions like Mother’s Day for both parent and child. Solo Motherhood Day.
Yes, it certainly does! Our diet can have a significant impact on the planet in several ways:
1. Greenhouse Gas Emissions: Carbon dioxide and methane are released during the manufacturing of some foods. A significant portion of world emissions are caused by agriculture, which includes raising cattle and deforestation to make way for crops.
2. Use of Land and Water: Agriculture uses a lot of water and land. The irrigation for crops can drain water supplies and cause environmental degradation.
3. Loss of Life forms: The intensive agricultural methods which include the use of fertilizers and pesticides, can destroy plants and animals due to the contamination of our soil and waterways.
4. Food Waste: One major problem that adds to the deterioration of the ecosystem is food waste. All the resources used to produce the food, such as land, energy, and water, are likewise wasted when food is wasted. Food waste that decomposes in landfills releases methane, a powerful greenhouse gas.
5. Transportation of Food: Carbon emissions are increased by long-distance food transportation. Therefore, choosing foods that are produced locally can reduce the impact on our environment.
6. Packaging of Food: Selecting foods that are packaged in bio-degradable packaging will help to reduce waste.
We can decrease the environmental effect of our diet and help create a healthy planet by adopting thoughtful food choices, such as cutting back on meat intake, opting for plant-based foods, eliminating food waste, and supporting sustainable agriculture methods.
According to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) -“In the United States, food waste is estimated at between 30–40 percent of the food supply. This figure, based on estimates from USDA’s Economic Research Service of food loss at the retail and consumer levels, corresponded to approximately 133 billion pounds and $161 billion worth of food in 2010.
Food is the single largest category of material placed in municipal landfills and represents wasted nourishment that could have helped feed families in need. Additionally, water, energy, and labor used to produce wasted food could have been employed for other purposes. Effectively reducing food waste will require cooperation among federal, state, tribal and local governments, faith-based institutions, environmental organizations, communities, consumers, and the entire supply chain.” FDA
Packaging is necessary to transport some foods from one location to another and onto our tables to allow us to feed our family. The double-edged sword – good and bad – is that we are mostly dependent on plastic packaging to deliver some foods safely. However, we have to recognize that we must cut back on our consumption to protect our health and our environment. As a result, it is crucial that we continue the research to finding safer alternative food packaging and storage options.
The national goal initiated by the FDA, EPA and USDA is to reduce food waste by 50% by the year 2030. This will require cooperation from everyone; consumers and businesses. So, sign on to join the 50×30 club and help protect our planet.
Here you can find more great ways to reduce food waste https://www.fda.gov/food/consumers/tips-reduce-food-waste.
T’s tip: Every Day Is Earth Day!
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The theme of this year’s Earth Day is Plastic versus Planet. The goal is to reduce our dependency on plastic by 60% by year 2040. Its common knowledge that plastic is a danger to both people and animals. So, let’s join the 60X40 club to help save our planet.
The world is running out of ways to handle the rapidly increasing number of single-use plastic products. Plastic waste is rapidly overflowing into our waterways. Furthermore, concerns have been raised regarding the potential link between the chemical bisphenol-A (BPA), which is utilized in the production of plastic, and health issues like infertility and neurodevelopment disorders in children.
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True friendship can be described as the mutual trust, respect, support, and understanding between people. It means being there for each other in good and bad times, providing true care and affection. Having good friendship also means accepting one another for who they are without judgment. Friendship: How strong.
True friends support, encourage, and improve each other’s lives. True friendships will survive the test of time, through the highs and the lows of life.
Continue readingMarch is a month-long celebration of Women’s History Month and International Women’s Day, which acknowledges and celebrates the accomplishments made by women in the past, present, and future.
The celebratory activities honor the special and remarkable contribution that women have made to society across all spheres of life. By doing this, society is recognizing the commitment, generosity, and the influence of women on family, community and the world. Immediately springing to mind are civil rights activist Rosa Parks, physicist Marie Curie, charity leader Diana Princess of Wales, US First Lady Michele Obama, and humanitarian Mother Theresa.
We do not need to wait on others to create our own history or to contribute positively to other people lives and our life. Making your own history involves actively engaging with life, pursuing your passions, setting goals, taking risks, and embracing new experiences. Here are some steps to help you make your own history:
1. Define your goals: Decide what you want out of life in terms of your work, relationships, personal development, and interests.
2. Take action: Once your goals are established, go ahead and take the necessary actions to reach them. This could be looking for possibilities, picking up new skills, or stepping outside of your comfort zone.
3. Embrace failure: Recognize that failure is a necessary component of development. Setbacks shouldn’t deter you; instead, utilize them as teaching moments to advance the path you are on.
4. Be resilient: To overcome any hurdles or problems that may arise, practice resilience. Maintain your focus and adjust as needed.
5. Cultivate relationships: Build meaningful connections with others, whether it’s through friendships, mentorships, or collaborations. Surround yourself with people who support and inspire you.
6. Stay curious: Have an inquisitive and receptive outlook on life. Experiment with other hobbies, viewpoints, and cultures to widen your horizons.
7. Reflect and learn: Regularly reflect on your experiences and learn from them. Celebrate your successes, acknowledge your growth, and identify areas for improvement.
8. Stay true to yourself: In the end, making your own history ultimately comes down to remaining loyal to your principles, interests, and true self. Pay attention to your gut and choose routes that are consistent with who you are. Be authentic.
You may actively shape your own history and design a purposeful and happy life with these steps.
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To celebrate black history is celebrating the resilience, rich culture, and achievements of the people of African descent. It is customary to recognize the sacrifices, contributions and the broad history of black people in the month of February.
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Continue readingValentine’s Day is quickly approaching, a time when people worldwide will show their affection and love for those with whom they share close relationships and strong connections. Love is respectful and caressed by kindness.
Bringing love into your life can feel like a warm and comforting embrace, fostering a sense of connection, joy, and understanding. It often involves both giving and receiving affection, creating a fulfilling and enriching experience. In a healthy relationship, love and respect walk hand in hand.
To truly love someone requires a commitment that demands accountability on both sides. It is neither lopsided nor devoid of passion. It requires a great deal of responsibility and maturity for everyone involved.
Romantic love is the intense attraction that you feel for another person. This is the heart fluttering love, the type that brings individuals together for conscious coupling. It is an exhilarating feeling of sharing things that you have in common or the dreams you have for the future. This type of relationship typically elicits a sense of togetherness and euphoria.
Being in love goes beyond mere attraction and include feelings of care, understanding, respect and support for the other person.
The Workplace Love
Even while it does occur, it’s one of those delicate subjects that some people find difficult to talk about. But here is news for you… It is possible to fall in love with a co-worker.
When coworkers fall in love, it’s important for them to navigate the situation with professionalism. The parties involved must maintain clear boundaries at the workplace, avoiding public displays of affection, and ensuring that their relationship doesn’t interfere with work dynamics. Establishing a good balance between their personal and professional relationships can be facilitated by open communication and discretion.
I have witnessed firsthand how co-worker relationships can result in beautiful marriages and children. However, it is very important that businesses have policies and guidelines on maintaining healthy relationships while at work in order to prevent litigation and an unfavorable work environment.
T’s Tip: Relationships that often involves manipulative behavior, emotional abuse, control issues, and a lack of mutual respect is a toxic love dynamic and should be avoided.
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You may have heard the phrase “paying it forward” or acted on it yourself, but it is truly amazing to engage in an activity that is connected to the phrase. Without realizing it, you may have unknowingly paid it forward in ways such as, volunteering and contributing to philanthropic causes. My recent experience with this act of kindness touched me so deeply that it left me speechless and I usually don’t have trouble finding words!
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Continue reading“Think globally, Act locally” is a phrase I would often use in my past job to close my Information Security / training sessions. It served as a reminder that whatever we did locally had global implications and emphasized how important the team’s work was to the community.
The mindset promotes a sense of responsibility for both local and global well-being, recognizing that small actions contribute to larger outcomes. What we do in our small space – office or country – can have a profound effect on the lives of people in other parts of the world.
Support for environmental conservation :
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In a general sense, a vision is our ability to see or perceive things; how we see ourselves in the future or how we would like things to be in the future. Some may also say that it is a precognition of something completely new and different happening. Your vision!
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