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In the era of screens and devices, the average American spends 90 percent of their time indoors, and children are no exception. Not only does this phenomenon have consequences for kids’ physical and mental health, it jeopardizes their ability to understand and engage with anything beyond the built environment. Thankfully, with the right mind-set, families can find beauty, meaning, and connection in a life lived outdoors. Here, outdoors expert Steven Rinella shares the parenting wisdom he has garnered as a father whose family has lived amid the biggest cities and wildest corners of America.

David Steinman, the director of the Chemical Toxin Working Group and one of America’s premier environmental activists, shows how today’s most popular items—from bubble bath to cereal to cleaning products to snack foods—are contaminated with unacceptable levels of chemical toxins and pesticides, and he proposes alternatives and substitutes to keep your family safe. Steinman reveals never-before-seen test results for major brands like Johnsons & Johnsons, Kellogg, Tide, Clairol, and General Mills that identify exactly which products contain dangerous ingredients.

In The 15-Minute City: A Solution to Saving Our Time and Our Planet, Carlos Moreno delivers an exciting and insightful discussion of the deceptively simple and revolutionary idea that everyday destinations like schools, stores, and offices should only be a short walk or bike ride away from home. This book tells the story of an idea that spread from city to city, describing a new way of looking at living that addresses many of the most intractable challenges of our time.

In Sweden there is a kind of decluttering called döstädning, dö meaning "death" and städning meaning "cleaning." This surprising and invigorating process of clearing out unnecessary belongings can be undertaken at any age or life stage but should be done sooner rather than later, before others have to do it for you. In The Gentle Art of Swedish Death Cleaning, artist Margareta Magnusson, with Scandinavian humor and wisdom, instructs listeners to embrace minimalism.

Recognize and celebrate the magic of life with timeless rites and spells. Create a magical household - a haven of harmony, safety, spirituality, security, and romance. The benefits include a happier existence, protection against thieves, improved health, restful sleep, satisfying spiritual experiences, and a perfect environment for positive magic. This warm and wise guide by much loved author Scott Cunningham has been helping people create sacred spaces in their homes and gardens for nearly 20 years.

Is it possible to own a home without taking out an infinite mortgage? Is it possible to have the house of your dreams by spending less than your current rent? Yes, and the answer is Shipping Container Homes. You can build the house you ever wanted from scratch with less than $15,000! Everything you need to plan, design, and create your new mortgage-free home is illustrated with detailed step-by-step instructions and floor plan ideas. The latest statistics tell us that a house's rent accounts for 15% to 30% of a family's annual income. Home prices have risen 40% over the past 10 years. ...

On the 100th anniversary of the Russian Revolution, the epic story of an enormous apartment building where Communist true believers lived before their destruction. The House of Government is unlike any other book about the Russian Revolution and the Soviet experiment.

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The journey to sustainable living through off-grid solar installation, with its myriad of complexities from energy calculations to equipment selection and future-proofing, can seem overwhelming. Yet, our all-in-one 15-book guide simplifies this process, providing straightforward maintenance, installation tips, and continuous power strategies, adaptable for anything from vans and boats to RVs and tiny homes.

The skill of organization is so much more than a needed skill. It provides you with a sense of control let's you build a structure that enables you to prioritize your life and time and move away from chaos towards calm. From Chaos to Calm is not just a "task list" of how to keep things clean, but reasons why it is essential and offers many ideas that you're able to choose from and apply to your lifestyle.

The Complete Guide to Minimalism: Organize Your Life and Home for Individuals and Families by Crystal Hutchinson Are you overwhelmed by clutter and longing for a more intentional, stress-free lifestyle? The Complete Guide to Minimalism: Organize Your Life and Home for Individuals and Families is your ultimate resource for achieving a peaceful, organized home and life. This comprehensive guide offers practical strategies, inspiring insights, and actionable tips to help you declutter, simplify, and transform your living space. In this book, you'll discover: The principles and benefits of ...

Unlock the Power of a Clutter-Free Life! Are you a busy professional or remote worker struggling to balance your career with a cluttered home? Discover the transformative power of decluttering with "Clear Mind, Clear Home" by Crystal Hutchinson, a licensed North Carolina real estate agent and experienced remote worker. Why Choose This Book? In "Clear Mind, Clear Home," Crystal Hutchinson shares her personal journey and professional expertise to help you create an organized, stress-free living space that enhances productivity and well-being. This comprehensive guide is tailored specifically ...

How to Create an Eco-Friendly Sustainable Family10 Easy Steps to Build an Eco-Friendly Family Culture By Penny P. You already knew a more sustainable lifestyle would be better for the planet... But did you know it could be fun for your family too? The world is in crisis, and you want to make a difference. You know certain products come with a high carbon footprint and the echoes of dubious ethical practices… but the alternatives seem far too expensive. How can you possibly make more sustainable choices with so many contradictory opinions to sift through? And how can you do it on a limited budget?

If you're reading this book, chances are you're someone who takes the safety and security of their home and loved ones seriously. And, let's face it, in today's unpredictable world, a little extra preparation can go a long way. First, let me get this out of the way: no, we're not talking about Hollywood-style traps that send intruders flying through the air (although wouldn’t that be something to see?). What we’re diving into here are practical and effective traps to protect your property when things go south. Think of this as your playbook for the worst-case scenarios, a guide that ...

When Jennifer arrived at Madame Chic's Parisian apartment as a foreign exchange student, Madame Chic took her under her wing and tutored her in the secrets of how the French elevate the little things in life to the art of living. Years later, Jennifer was back in California with a husband, two young daughters, a dog, and her first home.

When Barbara Kingsolver and her family move from suburban Arizona to rural Appalachia, they take on a new challenge: to spend a year on a locally-produced diet, paying close attention to the provenance of all they consume. Animal, Vegetable, Miracle follows the family through the first year of their experiment.

Finally, a decorating book that transcends trends and applies to every style! You want to create a beautiful, livable home, but you feel stuck. House Rules is your guide to understanding why some rooms look great and other rooms don't look quite right.

Promising health, wealth, and happiness, feng shui offers endless appeal - at least in concept. Unfortunately, feng shui's seemingly complicated methods are often difficult to learn and apply in a meaningful way. Fortunately, Move Your Stuff, Change Your Life is written in plain and simple English. Revealing the ancient Chinese secrets that are as useful and necessary today as they have been for centuries, Move Your Stuff, Change Your Life communicates how to meet "The One", find a dream job, and much more.

By clearing and enhancing energy, you can transform your home into a sanctuary which radiates positive energy in ever-expanding circles. In this fascinating and unusual audiobook, Denise Linn shows you how you can dramatically change your life by changing the environment in your home or office. She combines information from her own Native American heritage with material she has personally collected from native traditions around the world to bring you practical, easy-to-use exercises for balancing the physical, emotional, and spiritual energies in your home

Real Life Organizing offers clutter-free storage solutions and advice that can help you create a Pinterest-worthy home on a small budget: Learn how to organize your home, simplify life, and have more time for the things you love.