A Practical Guide to Zero Waste for Families Book

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The First And Only Guide For Families Who Want To Reduce Waste.

This book is a compilation of 14 years of learning how to go zero waste. Fredrika shows how easy it is to reduce your waste with lots of doable steps and tips for sustainable living that every person can integrate; from packing a zero waste school lunch to hosting a zero waste birthday party, and how all this can save not only the planet but also lots of money.


Turning Your Backyard Into A Pantry

Can you imagine walking out your back door to and harvest your dinner right there?

This summer, James & Fredrika bring you a brand new practical guide for cultivating fresh produce from seed to harvest. This hands-on lessons are full of tips and tricks for novice gardeners and green thumbs alike. Sign up below to be among the first to receive information regarding the upcoming course, as well as VIP discounts and more!

CREATE YOUR OWN HOMESTEADING REALITY TODAY!

This course will teach you how to garden and grow food NO MATTER what size space you live in!

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Did you know that when you throw your food scraps in the trashcan, the food never composts at the city dump?  Instead it creates methane gas which is a huge contributor to our climate crisis.  What this online class and schedule a call with James to get all your questions answered!

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Zero Time to Waste – The Film

We created this film and handbook in hopes of making the shift to zero waste feel less overwhelming. We’ve collected tips, recipes, life hacks, and brands that have helped us along the way— and are excited to now share them with you. We hope you’ll join this ever-growing Zero-Waste Family that’s building a conscious shift towards sustainability—because the truth is there’s no time to waste.

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Sustainable brands we love! 💚 From ethical fashion to eco-friendly laundry and non-toxic arts & crafts, these brands make the perfect conscious gift for yourself or a loved one this Valentine’s Day! 🌎💝 Click our "links" page in our bio to find all of these lovely brands! 🛍 @pact @sanctuaryclothing @kindlaundry @naturalearthpaint

#SustainableLiving #EcoFriendlyGifts #ValentinesDayGifts #EthicalFashion #ZeroWasteFamily #CleanLiving #ConsciousConsumer #EcoChic #ZeroWasteLiving
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Trash Talk Tuesday and I’m chatting with Clara @livingwithclarity check out her new book Re Nature

📊 SUSTAINABILITY: THE PSYCHOLOGY BEHIND CHANGE 🌍

🧠 Why do we struggle to make eco-friendly choices?

3 KEY INSIGHTS:
• Our brains prefer INSTANT rewards
• We feel disconnected from global challenges
• Change feels overwhelming

🌲 NATURE: THE SECRET SUSTAINABLE CATALYST
Spend MORE time outdoors and watch magic happen!
• Nature connection → Increased empathy
• Forest walks boost environmental awareness
• Natural spaces rewire how we see the planet

💡 PSYCHOLOGICAL HACKS TO GO GREEN:

1. MAKE IT EASY
Small steps > Giant leaps
Choose convenience

2. CONNECT EMOTIONALLY
Link sustainability to YOUR values
Tell compelling stories

3. BUILD COMMUNITY
Normalize green choices
Support each other`s efforts

BONUS TIP: 🏞️ Walk in a park, save the planet!
Nature transforms mindsets faster than any lecture

#SustainabilityPsychology #NatureConnection #ClimateAction #MentalHealth #ecotips♻️ #sustainability
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Small changes, big impact! 🌱💚Here are 5 easy tips to live a more sustainable life✨

#ZeroWaste #SustainableLiving #Minimalist #EcoConscious #UnderConsumptionCore #EcoFriendlyTips
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💚 This Valentine’s Day, give second chances where they truly matter—your clothes, not your ex! ♻️✨

#SustainableStyle #ZeroWasteLove #SecondChancesForFashion #ThriftLove #PreLovedNotReLoved #SustainableFashion #EcoChic #FashionWithPurpose #ConsciousCloset
#ZeroWasteLiving #SecondhandFirst #LoveThePlanet #DeclutterYourEx #SlowFashionMovement
#UpcycleYourStyle #WearItAgain #GreenValentine
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We’ve got an exciting lineup of guests coming your way for Trash Talk Tuesday! 🎉 Join us for inspiring conversations about sustainability, business, and the future of our planet. 🌎✨

📅 Feb 4 – Environmental Conservation with EcoTherapist & Author, Clara Schroeder (@renaturebook)
📅 Feb 11 – Sustainable Businesses with CEO & Founder, Maddie Mackey (@mediaontherise)
📅 Feb 18 – Kids for a Greener Future with EcoEducator & Publisher, Barry Brenner (@theclimatesquad)

🕘 9:00am PST
📍 LIVE on Instagram 🎥

Mark your calendars & get ready to chat sustainability with us! 🌱♻️

#TrashTalkTuesday #Sustainability #EcoFriendly #ZeroWaste #SustainableLiving #EcoConscious #ClimateAction #GreenFuture #SustainableBusiness #EcoEducation #ZeroWasteLife #EnvironmentMatters #GoGreen #PlanetOverProfit #ConsciousConsumer #ClimateCrisis #EcoFriendlyLiving #NatureLovers #EarthFirst #EcoWarrior #GreenInitiative #WasteLess #CircularEconomy #SustainableDevelopment #EcoEntrepreneur #ProtectOurPlanet
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“Say goodbye to expensive, chemical-filled cleaners!

We make our own natural cleaning supplies using simple, eco-friendly ingredients—saving money and the planet. 🌍💚 Watch how easy it is to create effective, non-toxic cleaners at home! #DIYCleaning #SustainableLiving #thezerowastefamily #zerowasteliving #sustainableliving #zerowastecleaning
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In our latest YouTube video, I share easy tips for sustainable living in 2025—from reducing food waste to saving money and protecting the planet! 🌍💰 Head to our YouTube channel, linked in our bio, to learn my updated tips and tricks to make sustainable living simple, fun, and impactful for your everyday life. 🌿✨

#SustainableLiving #EcoFriendlyTips #ZeroWasteLiving #ReduceReuseRecycle #LowWasteLifestyle #SaveThePlanet #EcoConscious #MinimalistLiving #GreenLiving #SustainableFuture #FoodWasteReduction #EcoFriendlyLifestyle #ClimateAction #SustainabilityMadeEasy #ZeroWasteFamily
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Big changes start with little hands! 🌍💚

Liam and I talk about what kids can do to lead their family towards a sustainable life.

Watching our kids embrace eco-friendly habits has been such an inspiration. From turning off lights to reusing and recycling, they’re leading the way on our family’s journey to sustainability.

🌱 It’s a reminder that the future is in good hands when we teach them today. What’s one green habit your little ones have picked up? #SustainabilityJourney #KidsLeadTheWay #EcoFriendlyLiving” #trashtalktuesday #thezerowastefamily #sustainableliving #sustainablekids
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It`s a special Trash Talk Tuesday tomorrow! 💚

Join Liam and I as we dive into the journey of Kids Leading Sustainably 🌱. Together, we`ll explore how the younger generation is making a big difference in creating a greener future.

🗓️ When: 9:00 AM PST
📍 Where: LIVE on Instagram

✨ Bring your little eco-warriors along and tune in for fun, inspiration, and tips on living sustainably!

#TrashTalkTuesday #ZeroWasteJourney #SustainabilityWithKids #EcoWarriors #GreenLiving #SustainableLiving #EcoFriendlyKids #RaisingEcoWarriors #KidsForThePlanet #GreenFuture #TeachSustainability #ZeroWasteLife #ClimateActionKids #EcoEducation #SustainableParenting #PlasticFreeLiving #GreenFamilies #ReduceReuseRecycle #EcoConsciousLiving
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Recycled Clothes Aren’t The Solution
Sure, clothes made with recycled materials sound like a win – and they are a step in the right direction. But let’s be real: they don’t solve the real problem. 🛑
The fashion industry still runs on overproduction and overconsumption. Even if a piece is made from recycled materials, constant new collections mean more energy, more resources, and more waste. What we really need is:
🧵 Consume less – Buy fewer, better-quality pieces.
♻️ Embrace circular fashion – Repair, swap, rent, or go second-hand.
📚 Shift perspectives – Let’s redefine what sustainability actually means and how to we work towards it
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Recycled clothes are part of the solution, but without addressing how much we consume, they’re just a band-aid on a bigger issue. 💚
What’s your take? Are you ready to slow down the fast-fashion cycle? 🙌🌱
#SustainableFashion #SlowFashion #RethinkConsumption #CircularEconomy #MindfulLiving #zerowasteliving @sustainableliving #thezerowastefamily
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