A Night of Active Hope
Last night I attended a TEDXSanta Barbara Salon event at one of my favorite non-profits: Community Environmental Council. The theme of the night was ‘Active Hope’ co-hosted by Vicky Riskin, creator of Bluedot Living, a media company + newsletter I read every day, AND CEC’s CEO Sigrid Wright.
Have you been fortunate enough to be in a room with so many like-minded people you leave buzzing with ideas, joy, fulfillment? That’s what happens every time I attend an event centered around the topics of climate + sustainability. Climate news can be heavy, mostly filled with despair and a lack of hope, but last night we watched three TED talks from three incredible women that switched the script and now I’m even more fueled to make an impact.
Why Shopping Your Local Farmers Market Matters
I am fully aware that living in Southern California affords me the luxury that is year-round farmers market access. But even if you’re located somewhere with larger seasonal shifts and only a partial year market [hi, Minnesota friends], shopping the market when you CAN is so very important.
Why, you ask? Let me tell you:
Why I Choose a Plant-Based Diet🌱
Let me start by saying: this is a very personal choice. I’m not here to give you medical or nutritional advice - I’m simply sharing my perspective and what’s felt right for me.
Over time, I’ve learned that what we eat is about so much more than calories or convenience. It’s about alignment - with our values, our planet, and our wellbeing. Here’s a look at my whys behind choosing a mostly plant-based lifestyle: