Yes, that’s it. The parenting tip we can all celebrate: “Simplify, simplify, simplify,” is sage wisdom from visionary architect, Nader Khalili.
A Comforting To-Do List
Imagine your list beginning with “Simplify, simplify, simplify.” Repeating these words consistently brings order to any list of things to do. No matter what crowds the brain demanding a brilliant solution by noon; no matter how many errands are required before the evening traffic rush home, these 3 words always calm and clarify the next simple baby step to take.
Healthy Child’s 2011 calendar is chock full of ways to simplify and amplify your family’s wellbeing. Topics include: “Growing Your Own Food” in May, “Potty Training” in July, and how to enjoy a “Green Halloween” and giving “Green Gifts” for the holidays. These are just a few of their weekly Twitter party offerings. Healthy Child is also advocating for The Safe Chemical Act, creating new safer policies for our children in our legal system. (healthychild.org) Another great resource, Green Nest, offers this blog entry on “20 Great Green Tips for Lazy People.” Inspired and empowered people may also enjoy: http://blog.greennest.com/2010/12/01/20-great-green-tips-for-lazy-people/ (Ron & Lisa Beres’ Green Nest blog is here: www.HealthyHomeDreamTeam.com)
Creating a healthy business and governmental system that ensures chemicals are kept out of children’s products is in not yet in place. This would simplify all our lives. Healthy Legacy offers a “Toxic Free Kids Act” for parents to sign to establish policies that reflects parents’ intentions to protect their families’ health. (healthylegacy.org)
Healthy Children are Our Future
Here are a few tips for simplifying your life and reducing your family’s exposure to toxins:
The Positive Possibilities Are Also Endless
Environmentalist and author Paul Hawken says, “Human beings need to create; we are born that way. Most of the damage being done is a result of misdirected creative impulses badly applied and greatly abetted by ignorance.” Our ignorance is dissolved when we think for ourselves and ask good questions. Paul Hawken asks, “How do we make a planet that truly welcomes every new being? How do we create a world where children do not suffer? If we take that as a starting point, then obvious answers arise.” Simplify, simplify, simplify.
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