What is unconscious consumerism aka mindless consumption? It helps to know the dark before you can see the light. Mindless consumption is often fueled by...
Mindful Market Introduces the “Global Good” initiative
Mindful Market is a 2-way marketplace that loves serving small heart-centered businesses that enrich well-being and the planet. ...
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Why Buy Sustainable?
What is Sustainable Agriculture? In simplest terms, sustainable agriculture is the production of food, fiber, or other plant or...
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In a World of Uncertainty, Know Your Values
Let’s start with the obvious. Everyone has their own set of values and goals. This same complexity within individuality does...
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It’s Not Bull S***: Why Conscious Business Matters
There are numerous stereotypes and assumptions surrounding the word “conscious”. Some of them have deterred a lot of us away...
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Zero-Waste Living
Sierra Wooten is the founder of The Sustainable Switch, a business that not only sells reusable straws but is actively teaching us about zero-waste living. Through her business’ Instagram...
Ethical and Sustainable From Every Touchpoint
Chews Happiness – a dog treat bakery, based in Boulder, CO, was created after founders Tavor White and Meeta Gawande returned from an impactful trip to Bhutan. Inspired by...
Meaningful Candles
Mystic Pines Candle Co. is a small conscious business in Connecticut that not only makes quality candles but leads in the way they make an impact. Since their launch in 2015...
Pure. Simple. True. Red Bird Naturals
Red Bird Naturals is a small business that makes non-toxic organic body care products. These include everything from facial care creams to sunblock and bug spray. Based in Fort Collins...
5 Benefits of Buying Handmade Products in the USA
We can all agree that Buying Handmade Products is expensive. This is especially true with handcrafted items. But what happens when we choose to understand why these prices are fair? What...
What Does Fragrance-Free Mean?
Do you know how people say you should never judge a book by its cover? Well, you should never judge a product by its scent. Given that we’re not all scientists, it’s often tricky to...
5 Habits of Highly Conscious People
We always talk about Conscious Consumerism and Conscious Business, but why not discuss who is behind these movements?
The History of Conscious Consumerism
Believe it or not, Conscious Consumerism is not a new “fad”. We can trace its roots back to 1954 according to Grow Ensemble. “Economist James Buchanan stated that individual...
5 Simple Steps to Make a Conscious Purchase
If you are new to the Conscious Consumer movement, it can feel daunting to step into this space and understand where to begin. Right now, this movement is not only affecting consumer...