Taiga Company

"There may be two people who have been dealt the same cards in life. Two individuals with all the same life circumstances. One is miserable, stressed out, and looks twenty years older than he is. The other is the happiest guy you could ever meet and looks twenty years younger than he is. How can this be? The answer is that it is not our life circumstances that make life difficult rather it is the attitude with which we approach our lives." ~ Funny Poems About Life

A sustainable lifestyle or green living is an attitude.  It's an attitude of appreciation.  Sure, it reflects sustainability concepts of efficiency, organics, waste management, and buying local.  But, at its essence, sustainability reflects a mindset of wholeness and appreciation for natural resources, communities, and the gifts our planet gives to us. 

In my personal consulting, I've been introduced to those individuals that really don’t see the value in eco awareness, business sustainability, or living a sustainable lifestyle.   But our approach at Taiga Company is to spark or ignite enthusiasm in those not seeing value in environmental causes and further accelerate commitment in those that do.  It's important to note, you don't have to be a "fanatic" to live green.    Every eco action adds up.

As you are going about your day, approach your world from the place of appreciation for our natural resources and community.  Here are some ideas:

•    Pick up litter you see as you are walking on the sidewalk.
•    Turn the lights off after someone else has forgotten as they left the room.
•    Collect scrap office paper and bring it to the recycling center.
•    Bring an organic meal to friends after just having a baby.
•    Treat a friend to organic fare at a local sustainable restaurant.
•    Teach a child how to ride a bike.
•    Invite a friend on a nature walk.
•    Share your favorite green blog with friends.
•    Volunteer to clean up the break room and use eco friendly cleaning supplies.
•    Feed the birds from a park bench or feeder.
•    Adopt a pet from your local animal shelter.
•    Donate a bag of organic coffee and share with your office.
•    Make a contribution to your favorite charity.
•    Volunteer your time for a worthwhile organization.
•    Notice and compliment the sustainable efforts other are doing.

Be an eco inspiration!  Attitudes are contagious.  Are yours worth catching?