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I’ve got too much stuff, I need help!

Aug 31, 2021

What brings people to this point of overload varies for everyone, in this blog let's explore why we accumulate stuff and the benefits for letting go of stuff. Borrowing from the The 10R's© Rethink- it's time to ask yourself a few questions Does my stuff fulfilling...

How to enjoy ethical and clutter free living – The 10R’s©

Aug 27, 2021

People are becoming overwhelmed but stuff and increasingly aware of the psychological benefits of decluttering their homes in an ethical way, gaining peace of mind while avoiding landfill and preserving the environment. My name is Tanya Lewis aka The Eco Organiser®...

How to Achieve a Zero Waste Lifestyle

Aug 24, 2021

Thrilled to be asked by Cassandra Rosas Porch.com to contribute our thoughts and practices to reduce waste and move towards a sustainable lifestyle. Starting to have a more sustainable lifestyle is of great importance nowadays, especially considering all the...

Eco friendly alternatives to disposable cups

Jul 27, 2021

Did you know Australians throw out 2.7 million single-use or disposable coffee cups every single day. This adds up to 1 billion coffee cups thrown out every year. Source: Sustainability Victoria. Switching to an alternative that won’t cost the earth, makes...

How to become a mindful consumer

Jul 9, 2021

Concerned about the environmental impact of mindless consumption and want to move towards more mindful consumption, but don’t know where to start? With Earth Overshoot Day moving up and down the calendar, it is a reminder that we are living beyond what our planet can...

Give for Good

Jun 21, 2021

Have you ever felt the joy when you give to those in need? In 2020 while researching for presentation on ethically decluttering and waste reduction in Sydney, I was introduced to a Sydney based charity called The Generous and The Grateful. They were the answer to my...

How to become mates with waste

Jun 4, 2021

Waste is only waste when we throw it away Yet there are so many ways we can reduce, reuse and recycle waste, without relying on the wheelie bin. Find out how to become mates with waste. The most common waste we see Food waste Packaging Textiles All valuable...

How to build a Green Team

May 5, 2021

When Black Rock, the world’s largest fund manager, announced in January 2020 they were going green, that it would put sustainability at the heart of its investment decisions, it was a sign that big business where starting to understand the science behind climate...

Sustainable home styling tips

Apr 21, 2021

One aspect to creating a sustainable home is how we furnish and style our home, by we reusing what we have we save money, when we repurpose things we extend their life of them and when we repair our beloved pieces we are rewarded not only with a home that reflects our...

Downsizing -7 Top Tips to sell Antiques

Apr 14, 2021

When it comes to ethically decluttering and downsizing, antiques are often considered difficult to donate and sell, rather than see these classic pieces go to landfill it was time to call on our experts. Whether you are buying or selling antiques, it’s a good idea to...