Holistic Practitioner Schools - Degree and Certificate Programs

The twins are in first grade now and Drew is in High School so it seems to be a good time to think about going back to school and finishing my degree. My original degree was started with the intention of being a physical therapist.

I have been researching where to finish my degree and compiled a list of traditional as well as online degree programs. The article is on our website www.holisticmama.com the exact page its on is Holistic Schools

Environmentally Friendly Products

Scientific evidence seems to show that our current way of life isn’t really sustainable and that we’re heading towards a series of life changing environmental disasters, unless something is done to alleviate or reverse the damage that we collectively inflict on the earth. Rising sea levels, global warming and depleted natural resources are amongst the issues that currently face us, or are set to become increasingly problematic unless changes and adaptations are made to peoples lifestyles.


Global warming is perhaps the most familiar eco problem, and there’s been no shortage of media coverage and controversy surrounding it. Whilst some scientists have claimed that global warming isn’t happening, or is merely part of a long-term cycle of temperature change, it appears far more likely that humans and our usage of certain fuels and technologies have brought about climate change. Global warming is directly inked with the issue of rising sea levels, as ice caps are receding at a rapid pace, and portions of land are disappearing underwater. These changes are yet to impact on everyday activities, though it may be only a matter of time before they do.


Depletion of natural resources could also be extremely harmful to the survival hopes of the human race. On a less severe note, it may cause a reduction in living standards owing to the necessity for natural resources in the production of a vast array of common products. Already, people are looking into renewable energy sources such as solar power, wind farms and wave power, as traditional power sources like coal, oil and natural gases are running out.


Also, a number of species of animals and fish are edging closer to extinction as people continue to demand unsustainable quantities of hides, skins and meat. Trees and plants are also being cut back in many areas, where land is being used for alternative purposes. The rise in levels of carbon dioxide has been largely attributed to this massive scheme of deforestation. In order to combat this, many companies now offer customers the chance to offset their ‘carbon footprint’ by planting trees when certain purchases are made.


All of these concerns combine to make the consumption of environmentally friendly products a desirable option. One type of eco friendly product type is organic produce. Organic foods are regarded as a good thing as they point towards sustainable farming, and don’t require the input of unnatural chemicals that could pollute the planet. Organic ingredients are also commonly used in non-food products, and these are biodegradable, and therefore more suitable for long-term use.


Another way of promoting environmentally friendly production methods is to only buy products with recyclable packaging, so waste is minimized. Avoidance of disposable packaging and plastic bags that don’t biodegrade is a good way to add a socially conscious element to your consumption patterns. In a similar vein, it’s eco-friendly to buy as few disposable goods as possible, unless they biodegrade within a relatively short space of time. Many environmentally friendly cleaning products are now available in concentrate and you just fill up the same container with the refillable cleaning product.


Buying specifically eco friendly products is just one part of the jigsaw however. Consumers need to be educated and savvy to an extent about ensuring that their purchases haven’t incurred a large number of road or air miles. To elaborate on this, buying local goods requires fewer road miles and is therefore better for the environment. Conversely, if you buy foods that have been imported, it’s far more likely that a greater amount of pollution has been caused. You can also take steps to reduce your own personal road miles by walking to nearby shops and supermarkets, or at least by visiting local shops rather than travelling for miles for regular shopping excursions.


It’s becoming increasingly obvious that we need to take far greater care of the environment than we currently do, and we’ll most probably all benefit in the long run if we heed advice regarding the prevention of climate change. By being more conscious and aware of the impact of what we choose to buy, we can take a pragmatic and active step forward in the fight against pollution. The next time that you go shopping, you may wish to take a closer look into what you’re buying. As individuals, we can all do a fair amount to give future generations a greater chance of enjoying our planet in the form that we currently recognize it.