What Does It Mean to Be Eco-Conscious? A Personal Letter from Our Founder

What is Eco-Consciousness all about?

Being eco-conscious doesn't mean you have to live in house with a big backyard or be well-off financially to afford eco-friendly products. It's about making small, intentional changes that, collectively, make a big difference. Making small choices like using a reusable water bottle, or up-cycling single-use plastics are all things that add up, especially when we're all in this together.

We need to be kinder to Mother Earth 🌍

Being eco-conscious means living as if you always know Mother Earth is watching (because she kinda is). The Earth isn't just a passive rock floating in space; it's a complex, interdependent ecosystem. From the worms wriggling in the soil to the butterflies and bees buzzing around in your flowers, everything plays a role in the Earth's well-being. When we're unkind to Mother Earth, we're impacting a living, breathing entity that's already giving us so much.

If trees could talk🌲

Oh man, if Mother Earth could chat with us... I'm sure she'd have a few words for us! But since she can't verbally express herself, we get wildfires, climate change, and depleting resources instead. These are not just 'random events,' my friends. These are symptoms of a planet in distress, screaming for us to pay attention.

Small Changes, Big Impact 🌿

Buying eco-friendly products, supporting local businesses, growing your own food, and trying to reduce the waste you produce (buying from fast fashion brands, plastic-free product packaging) are all ways to contribute.

Eco-Conscious shopping is about being intentional

Where you put your dollars matters. Being conscious about the choices you make everyday is a lifestyle that's based on being fully aware of your actions and their impact. It's not about being perfect; it's about being present and making the choice to do better, each and every day. It's not about zero waste, it's about reducing waste and being conscious of it. So the next time you're tempted to buy that polyester top that you'll wear once and forget about, ask yourself: is this a need, a want, or a waste? You can read more about how you can be more intentional about the products we buy here.

My Brand and Eco-Conscious Choices 🌱

For those who've been following my journey, you'll know that my brand isn't just a brand. It's an extension of my personal values of living gently on this Earth. Every product I curate, every blog post I write, is infused with a commitment to eco-consciousness.

Progress Over Perfection 🌼

Remember, nobody's perfect!! And that's hard to admit as a Taurus ♉️ . I'm still learning every day, and that's okay! The goal isn't perfection; it's progress. Let's be the change we wish to see, one eco-friendly choice at a time.

- Maressa

Founder and Creative Strategist

The Eco Connection