By zkhosroshahi“The things you own end up owning you” – Fight Club, 1999 Let’s talk minimalism. We can all agree that the minimalist lifestyle and fashion have become quite trendy. Marie Kondo’s book The Life Changing Magic of Tidying made a lot of noise when it came out. The Minimalists Joshua Fields Millburn and Ryan Nicodemus…
By zkhosroshahiWho doesn’t love to return to a beautiful and clean home? We all have different routines when it comes to keeping our homes spotless, but have you ever wondered about the kind of chemicals and toxins lurking in your cleaning products? The truth is, the stuff you may be using to scrub that dirt away…
By zkhosroshahiWhat comes to your mind when you think of the beauty industry? Have you ever wondered how your favorite products are made, what they contain and what kind of animal testing they go through? In the U.S. alone, over 100 million animals are tortured and killed as a result of animal testing per year. However, being…
By zkhosroshahiOne of my favorite quotes out there was said by author and environmentalist Wendell Berry. “The Earth is what we all have in common,” he says. He’s totally right. It doesn’t matter what we believe, who we are or where we live, the Earth is our collective home, our point of connection and our shared…
By zkhosroshahiFun fact: our skin is our largest organ. This means that taking good care of our skin is crucial, as our health and well being relies on it. The market has tapped into this need, and as a result there is a wide range of beauty and skin products out there. However, that doesn’t mean…
By zkhosroshahiBali, one of the hottest destinations for the last decade has declared a “garbage emergency.” Images of its beautiful beaches, covered in plastic and trash have circulated the net. If like many people, you too enjoy travelling the world and seeing all its stunning corners, then let’s make a deal – right here and right…
By zkhosroshahi(Image/Zehra Allibhai) New Year is often a time when many of us sit back and give into introspection. We evaluate and generate goals, which may or may not go realized throught the rest of the year. This time of year is prime to develop new and positive habits that encourage us to live a more healthy…
By zkhosroshahiThere’s a myth that Middle Eastern food and culture aren’t compatible with vegetarian and vegan lifestyles. This perception could not be more false. I am here to show you how some of the most delicious and popular vegan dishes are, in fact, from the Middle East–I mean we are the undisputed champions of hummus, after all….
By zkhosroshahi2018 is almost here–which means it’s time to begin our usual introspection that comes with the phrase “new year, new you.” This year, we must reflect on our role as citizens of this planet and set goals that align with our values. It’s really easy to feel hopeless when it comes to climate change and environmental…
By zkhosroshahiLet’s talk plastic. Whether we’re talking about environmental sustainability or our health, there’s one thing for certain: plastic is harmful, wasteful and toxic. The chemicals found in plastic can cause serious health issues that impact our wellbeing. And while many of us recycle, the truth is, plastic never breaks down. It’s estimated that by 2050…
By zkhosroshahiThe holidays are around the corner. For a lot of people who celebrate this time of year, exchanging gifts is an important part of festivities. If you don’t celebrate, then perhaps you’re looking for the perfect gift idea for friends and family who do. The gifts we buy say a lot about who we are and…
By zkhosroshahiIn fall 2016, “Before the Flood,” produced and promoted by Leonardo DiCaprio and directed by Fisher Stevens, was released. Prior to the presidential elections, “Before the Flood” was made widely available for free as a way to campaign against Trump, who espoused an anti-science and anti-environmental change campaign. The filmmakers produced it in the hope of…
By zkhosroshahi(Getty Images) For the last few years, I have tried to live without waste. My journey towards a zero-waste lifestyle started when I came across Bea Johnson and her book, “Zero Waste Home.” Today, I am here to share my tips for living a trash-free life – a life with more intention, more experiences and fewer…
By zkhosroshahi“But waste not by excess: for Allah loveth not the wasters” (Quran 6:141) When it comes to the topic of waste, there’s one thing for sure: Islam isn’t indifferent. The concept of waste (Israaf) comes up considerably in the Quran and there are no blurred lines. It’s crystal clear: it’s never excused. On a religious and…
By zkhosroshahiHave you ever wondered how your food ends up on your plate? The truth is, when it comes to environmental sustainability, economic stability and world hunger, food plays a pretty important role. There are many factors that make for a sustainable eating culture that go unnoticed as we produce food on a much larger scale…
