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From the desk of Dr. Nandita Shah…
I remember once, about 25 years ago, going shopping with my brother. I was about to buy a pair of small metal earrings when he said that everything that we buy is affecting the planet and that these earrings were the result of mining somewhere that is adding to the destruction of the planet. I didn’t buy them and that stuck in my head.
When I moved to Auroville, I was very happy to move into a simple house with a keet roof. The roof has to be renewed every two years but it’s made of natural materials and keeps the house cool and airy. And I am surrounded by nature and greenery. My house is so minimalistic that I don’t need to lock the doors when I leave. It’s also relatively small, so it’s hard to collect too many things and yet there is more than I need.
I am also lucky to live in a place where recycling and sharing can be the way of life. I share a washing machine, I try to buy locally grown fruits and vegetables, always carry my own carry bags and containers to avoid plastic wherever possible. We even have a free store where one can leave clothes and other items or exchange them for items that one needs. A large part of my wardrobe is from there, and I have quite a few gems. The best part is that if you get tired of it, there is someone else who can put it to good use. And at least I have the feeling that I am contributing less to the purchase of material goods that are dumped on the planet.
Today I am going to share some ideas that may help you, too, become part of the solution.
I love Mahatma Gandhi’s quote, “The earth has enough for everyone’s need but not everyone’s greed.”
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Mumbai based Yoga educator Prasad Rangnekar shares how he is not missing any joy by consuming mindfully
In April 2022, I complete 3 years of not buying any personal merchandise i.e. clothes, shoes and products like perfume and shampoo. There’s a reason for it.
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Ways to lighten your footprint
Earth day is celebrated every April 22nd, and for a good reason. Here are just some fun suggestions to reduce your footprint on the planet.
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Chutneys
Chutneys are a great way to add taste to your meals. Learn some healthy ones which you can make with easy to available ingredients at home only. Do let us know how they churn out:)
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Food For The Mind
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This newsletter was compiled by SHARAN Head of Mumbai, Reyna K Rupani, She facilitates the Six Weeks to Health Gain & Weight Loss program and also conducts health talks for schools, groups, corporates and more.
Edited by Deepa Ballal, a freelance writer based in Dubai.
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