Creative consumption
The ‘consumption’ of creative goods and activities is more sustainable than the consumption of purely material goods. A creative economy is where production and consumption involves …
Well-being
The LAW of good health
LAW stands for Light Air Water. These three things are essential for life. They are probably the most crucial ‘nutrients’ and yet we can take them …
The Humble Onion
There is nothing more humble than an onion. They are cheap, plentiful and easy to grow yourself. Onions are a staple ingredient in the …
Contraception, Human Nature, and Sustainability
The evolutionist Richard Dawkins has explained that humans are innately selfish, greedy and interested in short-term gains over long-term benefits. He points out that …
Nature Deficit Disorder
Most people spend about 95 percent of their time inside: in houses, cars, shops, cafes and offices. We are becoming an indoor species increasingly …
Eating wisely
It was the author of The Omnivores Dilemma, Michael Pollan, who summed up the wisest diet with the epigram: Eat food, mostly plants, not …
Avoiding the Christmas Rush
For many people Christmas is the most stressful time of the year. It shouldn’t be. Yes, Christmas is a traditional time of giving, and …
8 good reasons to take your kids camping
There are many good reasons why you should get your kids out camping. It might be easier to stay at home where everything is convenient, …
Microadventures
As Art Buchwald said, “The best things in life are not things”. The best things in life are intangibles like relationships, life events and experiences. Good …
In praise of the bicycle
Do you remember riding your bike as a youngster? The exhilaration, freedom and sheer joy of propelling yourself wherever you wanted go? Your bike …