Why I’m Switching Dishwasher Tablets
Some of you might be surprised to see Cascade dishwasher pods in our house. 😳
But this is a great example of what mindful living looks like for me in my very real life. I have a product I bought. I found another option I’d prefer to use. And I’m finishing what I have before making the switch.
The next product waiting in the wings? Blueland’s fragrance-free dishwasher tablets.
We already use them at our condo in Carpinteria, and they work great. So this isn’t an unfamiliar product I’m buying because the packaging sounds good. It’s one I’ve used and been happy with, and now I’m bringing it into rotation at our Minnesota home, too.
Both the Cascade and Blueland came from Costco. So yes, this swap fits PERFECTLY into your “stock up” shopping trip. 💃
Sustainable Brands I Love: Ridwell
Is Ridwell worth it? Here’s why I’ve used it for years—and what actually happens to everything they collect.
If you’ve followed The Mindful Edit for any amount of time, you know I’m a little obsessed with figuring out what to do with the things that can’t go into our regular recycling bin.
Plastic film. Chip bags. Batteries. Old textiles. Random packaging that makes you stare at the recycling symbol and think, okay…but are you actually recyclable? 🤔
That’s why I’ve been a Ridwell fan for years.
5 Approachable Swaps for a More Mindful Bedroom
The bedroom is one of the most overlooked spaces when it comes to mindful living — not because it doesn’t have opportunity for impact, but because there are fewer products, fewer decisions, and fewer opportunities to overcomplicate things.
You don’t need to overhaul your bedroom or buy a cart full of new things. A few small, intentional swaps can support better sleep, a calmer nervous system, and a happier planet.
Here are five approachable bedroom swaps that focus on comfort, function, and ease — not perfection. ✨
Let’s Talk Some Trash 🗑️
How to Choose the Most Sustainable Garbage Bags (Yes, Really)
Okay friends, we need to talk trash. Specifically… the bags. This is something I’ve been wrestling with for A WHILE, so it’s time to unpack it.
If you’ve ever hovered in the store aisle or shopping online and debating between compostable, biodegradable, recycled, or whatever’s cheapest, you’re not alone. And even if you haven’t, read on. Trash bags can feel like a throwaway decision (pun intended), but they actually offer a sneaky opportunity to reduce waste before it heads to the landfill.
Let’s break it down.
Sustainable Brands I Love: Bamboo Switch
If you’ve been around here for more than five minutes, you know I’m borderline obsessed with swapping out everyday items for lower-waste, better-made alternatives. It’s kind of my sport 😅. And one brand that consistently crushes? Bamboo Switch — a Minnesota-based small business I stumbled upon a couple years ago and have been shouting from the rooftops about ever since 📣.
5 Approachable Swaps for a Low-Waste Laundry Room
When it comes to living more mindfully, even the laundry room offers easy opportunities for change. With just a few swaps, you can cut down on plastic, save energy, and protect your clothes (and the planet) in the process.
Tree-Free, Toxin-Free: Why I Love Plant Paper 🌱🧻
When it comes to everyday sustainability swaps, few feel as simple—or as impactful—as switching the paper products we use daily. Enter Plant Paper: a brand that’s redefining what bathroom and household essentials can look like when they’re kinder to both people and the planet.
Most of us grew up with traditional paper products (think toilet paper, tissues, and paper towels) made from virgin tree pulp, bleached with harsh chemicals, and wrapped in plastic, because white and fluffy equaled good quality. Plant Paper turns that whole system on its head with products that are:
5 Approachable Swaps for a More Mindful Bathroom
When it comes to creating a more sustainable home, the bathroom is often overlooked - but it’s a space where small swaps can make a BIG difference. And good news: these changes are approachable, affordable, and many of them even feel like upgrades. 🛁✨
This round, we’re focusing on five simple swaps you can make today. (And yes, spoiler: bamboo is where it’s at. We’ll dive into why this material rocks in a future post, but for now, trust me when I say it’s durable, renewable, and endlessly useful.)
Let’s Talk About Food Waste
Here’s a startling fact: in the U.S., it’s estimated that up to 40% of all food is wasted, from farms to retailers to homes. Not only is that a major environmental concern, but it’s also a huge waste of money and resources. And the kicker? Most of this waste is completely preventable.
But don’t worry — tackling food waste at home is way easier than you might think.
5 Approachable Swaps for a More Mindful Kitchen
When it comes to building a more sustainable home, the kitchen is a great place to start. It’s where we cook, clean, store, and consume - often surrounded by a lot of single-use items.
The good news? Small changes can make a big difference! The absolute best thing we can do is reduce single-use items and reuse where possible. I have so many ideas in this space (don’t worry, more to come), but let’s kick things off with five easy, low-effort swaps you can make today:
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Hi, and welcome! I’m so glad you’re here.
I created The Mindful Edit as a space to share practical inspiration for living more consciously — for ourselves, our communities, and the planet. Whether you’re just starting to explore sustainability or you’ve been on this path for a while, this blog is here to meet you where you are and encourage progress over perfection.