Litter-Free Christmas: 5 ways to turn Household Trash into Holiday Decorations
It’s Christmas. Once again, it’s that time of year when those special boxes come out of storage and out come the decorations for your home. Whether they be coloured baubles for the tree, tinsel chains to wrap around the bannisters or a wreath for the front door, these decorations are
4 Sustainable Fashion Businesses in Hong Kong
As discussed in previous articles, the global fashion industry is one of the most polluting in the world. Recently, at a panel on circular fashion at ReThink 2022, I was reminded not only of this fact, but of Hong Kong’s massive contribution to fashion pollution, which includes 392 tonnes of
Mindfulness in the workplace. What you need to know to become more productive, happier, and focused at work
I’ve been there, many times. For years I thought it was ‘normal’. The constant frantic calls from clients making (mostly) ludicrous demands, my boss constantly reminding me of my monthly targets, and my colleagues’ seemingly enhanced hour-by-hour attempts to sabotage my work! I thought this was how it was ‘supposed
Life Saving Training: How Sai Kung First Aid can prepare you for the next emergency
Accidents can happen anywhere, to anyone, at any time. They also come in many forms, whether its spilling scalding hot coffee on yourself, or having some poorly stacked boxes fall on you, or even a child bumping their head after falling off a scooter. In such scenarios, it pays to
The Hidden Life of Trees Review- Why we can learn much more from trees than you think!
Did you know trees can release airborne scents that “warn” nearby trees to produce chemicals to make their leaves more bitter and deter hungry herbivores? Are you aware that parent trees can “hear” their thirsty offspring crying for water through low-frequency sound waves? Or that some species can “feed” their
How to avoid being Greenwashed: 5 signs to watch out for
Corporations are no strangers to virtue signalling. With the right advertising catering to the dominant public sentiment of the time, it’s all too easy to persuade people that you support the causes they do and that buying your products somehow helps to advance those causes, whilst glossing over everything you
Panacea or Pollutant? What you need to know about Bioplastics
Plastic waste is one of the biggest and most obvious environmental crises of our time. As of 2015, an estimated 6.3 billion tonnes of it had been generated. It is polluting our beaches, choking marine wildlife and, perhaps most unnervingly, has even found its way into our own bodies, to
Is nature bathing right for you? What it is and tips for how to get started
If your doctor prescribed you a day of sick leave in the forest, for anxiety and high blood pressure instead of pharmaceuticals, would you question his judgement?Who reading this hasn’t ever experienced degree stress, anxiety, depression, insomnia, brain fog, etc.? In these times especially, finding a sustainable and natural way
Conservation in the Bank: 3 financial initiatives helping the planet
Prefer not to read? WELL, listen to this article by clicking on the playerThe power and influence of “big finance” really can’t be overstated, particularly the potential it has to save the environment. The global capital markets currently hold over US$ 300 trillion, and only around 1.5% of that (US$
Playful Movement – An Underutilized Weapon Against Aging and Stagnation
Did you know that connections in your brain are either growing or dying off, depending on your lifestyle? Celebrity psychologist Dr. Amen says it best: “When you stop learning, your brain starts dying.” While this may sound a bit harsh, studies have proven his hypothesis to be true. Certainly, an
You are not alone! Communication tips & resources for Hong Kongers dealing with youth mental health challenges
In my work as partner of QNTM consulting, I often speak with leaders in well-being and management teams of Asian based companies looking to better support their workforces and support the UN’s Sustainability Development Goal #3 (SDGs) related to good health and well-being. Working with stakeholders of all levels, my
Book Review: The Biology of Belief: Unleashing the power of Consciousness, Matter, & Miracles by Dr. Bruce Lipton
Prefer not to read? WELL, listen to this article by clicking on the player Published in 2006, Bruce Lipton’s The Biology of Belief has become a best-selling classic within the genre of self-improvement and human psychology. It’s now considered a foundational text in the burgeoning field of epigenetics, described by
Playful Development: How Island Sports Hong Kong makes sports classes more accessible to children
Not everyone is a natural sports person. Chances are you might have known (or even been) someone who dreaded gym class and spent every minute of it waiting for the end-of-lesson bell. And yet, sports participation can potentially add such great value to a child’s life, whether they become a
A holistic understanding of our digestive systems: 3 Tips for improving your diet (and life)
First spoken in 1826 by French lawyer, politician and author of Physiologie du goût (The Physiology of Taste) Jean Anthelme Brillat- Savarin, the phrase “you are what you eat” was coined. The original version actually went more along the lines of “Tell me what you eat and I will tell you
5 non-fiction books that will Broaden Your Perspective on Work and Life
2022 is well underway. Like many of you though, I feel as though I’m still working to get in a “proper groove” with work and life. I’m about halfway through 5 different book titles, behind on multiple work projects and juggling family responsibilities. So, when I sat down to write this
Redress Design Award 2022
Seventy million barrels of oil per year to make polyester alone. The world’s fourth largest lake sucked dry to water cotton fields. A dump truck of textile waste incinerated or landfilled every second, with a 60% increase projected by 2030. The Aral Sea in Central Asia has been dried up
3 Powerful Secrets of Massage Therapy
When I describe my profession as ‘massage therapist’, I get the sort of response one might expect if I had just called myself a ‘magician’. But as most spas and massage parlors are booked more than ever these days, it’s important that consumers have a deeper understanding of how their
I’m dreaming of a waste-free Christmas – 4 ideas for eco-friendly gift wrapping
It’s the most wonderful time of the year … and the most wasteful. Christmas is known and loved across large parts of the world as a time of festive cheer and merrymaking. But amidst all the merriment, something that tends to be conveniently forgotten about is how much waste is
I’m dreaming of a waste-free Christmas – 4 ideas for eco-friendly gift wrapping
It’s the most wonderful time of the year … and the most wasteful. Christmas is known and ...
The Seabirds Cry Book Review and Editor’s Notes- Why we need to be talking more about Birds
When I first was approached with the topic of “birds” as a theme for multiple pieces of ...
3 of the most underrated therapies that can significantly improve your wellbeing
While in these times, there are more instances of ill health than ever, there are also ...
Utilizing the “5 Capitals”- Tips for a more fulfilling life
I have never forgotten the rather obscure lyrics from “What Do You Want From Life,” a ...
Teenage depression- A father’s story about his daughter’s mental health struggles
WELL, being a parent is hard. It’s especially difficult to parent children going through ...
A Green Portfolio: 5 Environmentally Friendly Companies to Invest in
Are you a private investor who is worried about the deteriorating state of our planet? Do ...
5 Recommended Recent Reads on Sustainability
Considering the frightening report recently released by the U.N. climate panel, which ...
Going “MAD” about Finances- 3 pillars for Fiscal Well-being
Money, or the mere thought of it, can be stressful. How you receive it, manage it, spend ...
I’m Feeling Down – What to Do? 3 Strategies to help with mental struggles
Help me if you can I’m feeling downAnd I do appreciate you being ‘roundHelp me get my feet ...
The Mental Health Benefits of Nature
In December of 2019, I was in a dark place, mentally. Not only had I been struggling with ...
Greening Garments: How Environmental NGOs are Making Hong Kong Fashion Sustainable
Regular patrons of shopping centre clothing departments may find this an unwelcome ...
Tips for navigating Sustainable Investing
This month, we’re shifting gears a little but remaining within the intersection of your ...
Sustainable Cotton: Soft on the Skin and on the Planet
Cotton is one of the most commonly used textiles for making clothing, accounting for ...
How to Develop Mental Resilience- 7 Baby Steps to Help You
If you want to understand what resilience is really about, you need to travel back in ...
Value-based Spending: 5 ways to Stay on Track and Budget with Purpose
In last month’s article, I looked at how to align your spending with your values and ...
Tainted Meat: How Animal Agriculture is Making us Sick
The COVID-19 pandemic has fueled increased scrutiny of wild meat markets, like the one in ...
5 Mental Benefits of Open Water Swimming: Hong Kong’s year-round sport that’s always on!
Many years ago, open water swimming sounded scary to me. The fear of the unknown, no blue ...
Upcoming Sustainability Events in Hong Kong: You don’t want to miss these!
The hot topic turned eco-trend proves to be a longstanding discussion among our community. ...
