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Unlocking the Power of Organization for Mental Health
WLLW discovers how a well-organized home can boost our mental and physical health, and the importance of trading chaos for calm.
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Alyson Lundstrom
With an academic background in environmental science, Alyson Lundstrom has been working and writing about eco-conscious living since 2003. As a keynote speaker at schools and universities, she has led conversations in circular economies, repairing food systems, and growing green spaces. She continues to amplify important modern sustainability themes through her writing, focusing on food, nature, design, and the changemakers driving these crucial movements.
Recent articles by Alyson Lundstrom
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It’s All in the Weave: How to Select Healthy, Sustainable Rugs for Your Home
How to choose a rug crafted from natural materials that support the planet and your wellbeing.
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The Best Houseplants for Improving Indoor Air Quality
Being surrounded by greenery does wonders for our physical and mental health – certain species can even purify the air in our homes. Here are eight of the most effective.
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No Mow May: A Pollinator Love Story
Conscientious inaction can be the key to biodiversity. For the modern gardener, what we choose not to do, not to buy, or not to mow is sometimes of greater consequence to the natural environment.
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Cultivating Wellbeing: Gardening for Health
WLLW delves into the science behind the positive health impacts of gardening, explores its role in strengthening community bonds and provides practical tips for those looking to cultivate their own garden sanctuary.
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Color Theory in Practice
In this introductory guide, WLLW explores the influence of colors within the home and how they can transform your living space.
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The Fabric of Wellbeing: Choosing Upholstery that's Good for Health and the Planet
WLLW investigates the benefits of four upholstery options for our health and their environmental impact.
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Designing an Energy-Efficient and Comfortable Home, Part 2
In the continuation of this series, we delve deeper into energy-saving measures for enhancing sustainable and healthy homes.
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Designing an Energy-Efficient and Comfortable Home, Part 1
We examine energy-saving strategies, illuminating their importance for home sustainability, boosting wellbeing and promoting the adoption of energy-conserving behaviors.
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Rest Assured: A Guide to Healthy, Sustainable Bed Linens
WLLW investigates four healthy and environmentally friendly bed linen options for a better night's sleep.
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A Meditation: The Fountains of Lily Clark
Artist and designer Lily Clark masterfully blends nature's rhythms with precision engineering, interpreting California's landscapes into mesmerizing, architectural water features for the home.
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Very Sad Lab: A Hospital for Houseplants
Inside the Very Sad Lab where art, botany and community come together to nurture both plants and people.
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Fernando Laposse: Ghosts of Our Towns
A visual commentary on the resilience of indigenous Mexican art, agriculture and community.