“Make no small plans.” Its time to stop building bits and start building big.

Source: TreeHugger – The bike and micromobility movement needs its Futurama moment

We have never actually explained this in one post on TreeHugger. I am going to try.

Source: TreeHugger – What is Passive House?

Toddlers don’t need junky snacks. They need real food.

Source: TreeHugger – The insidious rise of ‘toddler’ foods

Now I’m obsessed with paring it down to the absolute minimum.

Source: TreeHugger – I used to be a beauty routine maximalist

Our photo of the day comes from East Iceland.

Source: TreeHugger – Photo: Iceland reveals its unique beauty

Study finds that those who exercise before breakfast burn double the amount of fat than those who exercise after.

Source: TreeHugger – Exercise before breakfast for ‘profound and positive’ changes

The Japanese pursuit of shinrin-yoku uses trees and nature to heal oneself – here’s how you can do it even in a park.

Source: TreeHugger – How to practice ‘forest bathing’ in a park

Most costumes are single-use plastics, made from polyester that’s essentially disposable and non-recyclable. We can do better than that.

Source: TreeHugger – Could you make a plastic-free costume this Halloween?

Consumers are choosing brands they think are better for the planet, so it’s important they know what they’re getting.

Source: TreeHugger – A guide to sustainable packaging labels

Frugality blogger Elizabeth Willard Thames has outfitted her house and family with thrifted finds. This is her advice.

Source: TreeHugger – Two excellent strategies for second-hand shopping

Our photo of the day comes from Benezette, Pennsylvania.

Source: TreeHugger – Photo: Beguiling bull elk during bugling season

New research finds that a special mindfulness therapy works as an antidote to opioid misuse.

Source: TreeHugger – Here’s what happened to opioid users after 8 weeks of mindfulness training

One Passive House architect gives his clients what they want.

Source: TreeHugger – Should green homes have gas stoves and wood fireplaces?

With this tiny home on wheels, living with less doesn’t mean abandoning pampering.

Source: TreeHugger – Genius tiny house has a full bath and sauna

It makes cleanup so easy that I find myself wanting to cook more.

Source: TreeHugger – Parchment paper is my culinary enabler

Your focus should be on local growers, rather than those overseas.

Source: TreeHugger – How to support farmers with your food shopping

Voting with your wallet has its time and place, but sometimes it’s best just to leave the wallet at home.

Source: TreeHugger – It’s better to buy less than to buy ‘green’ products

Our photo of the day is the epitome of autumn.

Source: TreeHugger – Photo: Maples clamor in color during golden hour

The mysterious organism looks like a mushroom but acts like an animal, and it’s one of my favorite beings ever.

Source: TreeHugger – Paris zoo exhibits the world’s weirdest living thing

An Oregon couple built this spectacular houseplant-filled yurt, and are offering a detailed online guide for free.

Source: TreeHugger – Modern DIY yurt has the dreamiest garden bedroom