Let's Celebrate Earth Day Together!
By Donna Stark
Are you tired of being cooped up and if so, are you ready to celebrate? Well, something really special is going on during the month of April that is definitely worthy of a party. It's Earth Day and there is no better way to show your support to Mother Nature than to recognize and take the necessary steps to protect the environment. And fortunately, you don't need a public gathering or a long drive to do so. There are a number of things you can do right from your own home.
Celebrating Earth Day
Celebrating Earth Day with the family is a great way to connect with each other and with Mother Nature. Take a look at some inspiring ideas on how to get everyone involved with this important day of the year.
- Get planting - Trees give us oxygen, gardens give us food, flowers beautify everything, and shrubs provide shelter for so many of our wildlife friends, so head to your local nursery and stock up!
- Clean up trash - Take a walk in your local neighborhoods, on the highways, and through the parks to clean up the trash from the ground. Just be sure to prioritize safety before you head out by wearing gloves, avoiding direct contact with items, making sure everyone is visible to traffic, and sticking together.
- Change your habits - Check your home and look for all the ways in which you can reduce the use of plastic. For example, you could ditch the plastic water bottles for a thermos, buy refillable cleaning products, and avoid packing single-use cutlery in your lunch bag.
- Upcycle - Do you know what it means to upcycle your garbage? It means you transform what would be considered garbage into something useful or more valuable. Maybe you could cut that old plastic ice cube tray in half and use it as a snack tray for your toddler or you could paint a rusted step stool and use it as a plant stand on your patio. The options are as endless as your waste is.
- Experiment in the kitchen - A plant-based meal is a great way to end your celebration of Earth Day. Find some recipes online, have your family pick the one they want to try, and head to your local market to pick up all the ingredients. This meal won't only be good for you, it will be good for the planet too!
Being Impactful
Your local chiropractors at The Joint Chiropractic hope you get to spend as much time outdoors on this special day and enjoy everything it has to offer. Remember, every one of us has the opportunity to leave a lasting and positive impact on the planet. What will yours be?
To learn more about your health, wellness, and fitness, see your local chiropractor at The Joint Chiropractic in Wellington, Fla.