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Creative decluttering

January 19, 2019 by Toria Leave a Comment

Creative decluttering

Decluttering should fundamentally be a creative process, rather than a chore, a problem or a responsibility. It is a positive, happy, artistic opportunity to rework your space and use it in the way that works best for you and your family. There is no right or wrong way of decluttering. We do not need to reduce to 'x' amount of stuff or have a show home to impress our friends. … [Read more...] about Creative decluttering

Minimalism at Christmas: Is it possible?

November 28, 2018 by Toria Leave a Comment

Minimalism at Christmas: Is it possible?

I once saw a banner on a festive city centre street that read: 'When you stuff the turkey, you stuff Christmas'. It was a rather clunky message, but it made its point. It wasn't held by a vegan anti-meat protestor, but a church group. At the time I thought it was a bit overblown, but it resonates more with me now than it ever has. In the last few years, I've found that … [Read more...] about Minimalism at Christmas: Is it possible?

Declutter and live free: Things I no longer need

October 25, 2018 by Toria 5 Comments

Declutter and live free: Things I no longer need

As I walk around the house in which I currently live, I am reminded how many items I have mentally (and usually physically) let go of and it is freeing to realise that I can do without them. Fifteen years ago, I lived out of a backpack for a year and that experience has shaped the person I have become, more so than I previously realised. I never feel more content than when I … [Read more...] about Declutter and live free: Things I no longer need

Belonging: Finding home on the road

September 3, 2018 by Toria Leave a Comment

Belonging: Finding home on the road

My house is not my home. It is a storage unit. An energy sink. A time usurper. An obstruction. It provides a debilitating level of comfort and security. It encourages the indulgent and unhealthy practices that are so engrained in our culture. It separates me from nature and from other people. It keeps me in one tiny, infinitesimal part of the planet and prevents … [Read more...] about Belonging: Finding home on the road

The Right to Roam: The utter joy of walking

August 19, 2018 by Toria Leave a Comment

The Right to Roam: The utter joy of walking

Walking is my life’s purpose. Just walking. Using my body and my senses. I don’t need a greater goal, or task. Walking. Seeing and experiencing the world around me. Gaining new insight; a fresh perspective. Just being active and present in the world. Connecting with nature, with other humans, other creatures. Learning to accept and appreciate this moment, as it is, right … [Read more...] about The Right to Roam: The utter joy of walking

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What is One Planet Parent?

We provide inspiration for simple living, decluttering, saving money, going vegan, unschooling and learning through travel for parents who want to do things differently.

We see the role of the parent as not just one of raising children, but creating a generational shift in perspective and providing the skills, knowledge and motivation for young people to live well with less, create a connection to nature and other people, and to care deeply about the Earth. Let’s bring up a generation of critical thinkers, problem solvers, outdoor lovers, frugal living experts and environmental activists, not passive consumers and followers of fashion. We only have one planet, and as parents we have an opportunity to create change and mitigate the mistakes of the past. Let’s lead by example.

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One Planet Parent is written by Toria Sheard, a frugal, minimalist, vegan, world traveller and life-learner who thrives on deconstructing norms and tearing up the rule book of conventional living. She is on a journey to learn more about how we can enjoy our best life, but one that cares for and respects the planet and all the creatures that call it home. Toria is a writer and journalist currently living in Sheffield, England, with her partner, Tom, and their six year old son.

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