“Take chances, make mistakes. That’s how you grow. Pain nourishes your courage. You have to fail in order to practice being brave.”
–Mary Tyler Moore
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Ask Alexis: Cruelty Free Personal Care and Cosmetics
Reader L sent this question:
You wrote a while ago about switching to cosmetics that aren’t tested on animals. I’d like to make that switch, but I’m not sure where to start. It seems overwhelming to research all the beauty products on the market. What products do you use?
In case you missed it, I believe L is referring to this post. I’m a little hesitant to post a full list of the products I use for fear of seeming high-maintenance (don’t judge!), but I did do a good bit of research on this topic, and I’m happy to share that research if it will help you make the switch to cruelty free products. European readers don’t need to worry about this, as animal testing for cosmetic purposes is banned in the European Union.
Quote of the Week
“One day you will wake up and there won’t be any more time to do the things you’ve always wanted. Do it now.”
-Paulo Coelho
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My On-Again, Off-Again Relationship with Decluttering and Tidying Up
Yesterday, I spent some time tidying up my living room. I hadn’t planned to spend my morning that way, but I came downstairs and saw the ever-growing pile of papers on the table that serves as a catch-all, and I just couldn’t bear to look at it anymore. This is usually how cleaning goes for me. I have no set schedule for it, no weekly cleaning routine; it happens in bursts when I feel the urge.
Quote of the Week
“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has.”
-Margaret Mead
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