BANGOR DAILY NEWS • June 23, 2020
Some of the most important elements of self-care have no carbon footprint at all, like practicing meditation or simply taking a deep breath. Beyond that, there are many ways to practice self-care while caring for the planet. Here are 15 that you can try:
• Walk to work
• Green your dental routine
• Find vegan alternatives to your favorite comfort foods
• Start gardening
• Decorate with houseplants
• Make a soothing face mask
• Opt for low-waste beauty products
• Go for a hike
• Volunteer locally
• Put your phone down and turn off the TV
• Light a sustainably-sourced candle
• Plan a staycation
• Clean your house naturally
• Hydrate with a reusable water bottle
• Partake in mindful retail therapy at your thrift store