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I’M LORI SULLIVAN.
I’m a business strategist and personal development coach. I’m also passionate about sustainability.
Over the last ten years, I have been making changes at home to create a healthier space for my family and lessen our environmental impact.
I’ve taken what I’ve learned and infused strategies into work with the goal of making businesses and communities more sustainable. I use this blog and my book to share my journey and ideas you can incorporate at home, work, and in your community.
The 5 P’s Framework for a Greener Home
When thinking about how to make your home One Shade Greener, there are five key elements.
Purpose
Decisions at home start with defining the purpose they will serve.
Being clear on the purpose for each room and product purchased, ensures we are making decisions based on the priorities of our households.
People
Considering the impact that products have on the personal health and peace of mind of those in our home will guide to greener product choices. Many of the products we purchase have toxins that could easily be replaced by healthier alternatives.
Planet
Removing toxins from products we purchase will also have a positive impact on the planet. Additional areas to consider include – the power used, the packaging the product is in, the production, and the shipping path the product takes to get to us.
Pocketbook
While some products that are healthier and have a smaller footprint do cost more, there are other ways to offset those costs including saving energy costs, purchasing some products secondhand, and questioning if purchases need to be made.
Process
Making our homes more sustainable is a process that won’t happen overnight. Enjoy the journey. Learn. Try new things. Share what works. And slowly, over time, you will realize that step by step your home becomes One Shade Greener.
Let’s Connect. I’d love to hear from you.
More from Lori’s Journey
More or Less
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Moving Beyond the Home
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The Economics of Sustainability
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Secondhand Trends
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