I was in the bookstore yesterday and spotted a few books on teaching children how to embrace green living. When it comes to eco living, it’s not just about what you do at home, but it’s about taking a look at your lifestyle on a whole.

People are talking about how we can cut down petrol usage and air pollution by driving less. It brought me to mind on how online university can actually become part of eco living. In fact, the idea of studying online is not new anymore. With our busy and demanding lifestyles, people are seeking ways to upgrade and sometimes, it is not possible to attend school physically due to work and family commitments. But online education makes it possible. Besides, with this mode of studying, it is actually eco friendly, as in you don’t need to commute at all. You can now take an online nursing degree or any other discipline and study at home. Online universities such as Western Governors has allowed many to acquire their degrees with distant learning.

Being environmentally friendly can mean a change in our lifestyle and it calls for innovation in our mindsets and the willingness to accept this change. What other ways can you think of to enjoy eco living?

Many countries are talking about green culture and the importance of becoming more environmentally conscious. So it seems that eco furniture is the next happening thing in the world of interiors, home and office dÈcor. As such, the eco home furniture industry has begun to offer different styles from traditional designs, to quite up-to-date modern and modular furniture.

Environment friendly furniture serves two purposes: They are promoted for a good cause and specially crafted in such a manner that it has minimum negative impact on the environment. They are normally sourced from renewable resources and only few or no chemicals are used as it serves to protect the environment and use less industrial supplies. Herbal oils and polish is used to minimize the toxic levels. Many designers are also designing furniture out of recycled or recyclable materials.

Eco living ensures that we do not bring more harm to the environment and use up precious energy from Mother Nature’s resources. You can easily find great modern and traditional home designs in furniture that is unique and economical and as enticing as other furniture made from regular sources. In the past, eco furniture is considered boring and quite unexciting. But not anymore! These days, you can find many creative designers crafting fabulous pieces of furniture for the environment friendly buffs who care about their actions.

To be an eco friendly advocate, you need to first be grateful for the blessings around you. Be thankful for the air you breathe today, the water that flows freely from your tap and the warm sunshine that brings you health.

Being environmentally friendly also requires you to save water in your home, workplace or public places. Here are some simple ways you can start to save water and follow through your eco living principles:

1) Turn off the tap and don’t leave the water running. This is especially when you are brushing your teeth, washing your vegetables or cleaning your face. Turn on the tap only when you need and encourage the rest of your family members to follow your footsteps too. When washing your vegetables, fill in a big bowl of water and do your rinsing.

2) Save water in your garden by collecting rainwater. According to some eco friendly friends of mine who are holding IT jobs, they use these buckets of rainwater for water the garden, washing your car or cleaning your yard. Isn’t that a great thing to do during these troubled financial times?

3) Cut down on your bath. You use less water when you take a shower than a bath. But make sure your showers are not too long too! And if you are using organic bath products, the water can recycled for use in your garden too!

I always tell stress that caring for your own health should be top priority cos without health, there is nothing left for you. While some people prefer to chase after the material things of this world, they will find that wealth will not bring them the health they desire. I started learning more about the importance of health the day I started to shop natural for myself and my family. It is so important to stay healthy.

Many people tend to seek solutions only when disaster strikes. Otherwise, they would not take time to keep themselves abreast with health matters. I was speaking with a lady friend who was seeking for Mesothelioma treatment and she was sharing with me about how her sickness had brought about a change in her mindset and priorities. She had to learn how to care for her health the hard way. I really hope we don’t wait till it’s too late to start caring for our health and fitness.

Living an eco natural lifestyle is not enough to keep you strong. You need to eat the right foods, exercise regularly and strive for a healthier body and mind. It doesn’t come automatically but only possible with determination, hard work and sacrifice. Having said that, it’s never too late to start caring for your health and learning to shop natural for you and your loved ones.

How many pairs of sunglasses have you owned? For me, I can’t even count anymore! Well, I had many different styles in the last 20 years and like fashion clothing, sunglasses do have trends too! From the oval ones to the oversized ones, some of my favourites were my Jean Paul Gaultier, Oakley, Gucci, Kenzo and now, my Perfect Molding Genne. What I may add to my collection is a pair of eco friendly sunglasses from iWood ecodesign. Not only are the sunglasses at iWood made of quality and luxury wood, the design is anytime comparable with those big boys out there in the fashion world. Unique and of course, eco-friendly, each pair of iWood ecodesign wooden sunglasses  has 100% fully adjustable temples.  The lenses, also imported from Italy, are optical quality with 100% UVA/UVB protection.  All aspects from the finish to the temples are hypoallergenic.  Lightweight, stylish, bold, chic, modern and luxuriously different!