Summary: <br> <br> Slow Homes, Climate Change, and Coronavirus<br> <br> Cornoavirus has forced one in four people worldwide into social isolation; indeed, slow homes have replaced on-the-go living for weeks to come. But what are the implications of forced slowness on reluctant mothers, and how is social isolation impacting the planet?<br> On this week’s episode we examine Coronavirus’s implications by considering long-term effects. Although online content covers small picture issues – like how to keep children entertained despite social distancing and how to become homeschooling pros overnight – many of us continue to struggle with long-term stressors, like how to maintain sanity though June and beyond.<br> Further, while forced isolation has been an unexpected hassle for many, slow homes have considerably improved Earth’s health. This week, I offer up my ideas as to how the pandemic has slowed climate change; I suggest three the lessons the pandemic has (already) taught us, too.<br> <br> Here’s a preview of today’s episode:<br> [07:59] Common-sense tips for people whose nature is not to “go with the flow”<br> [11: 41] Why it’s the perfect time to lean-in to activities that make us whole<br> [20:29] How the planet has responded to worldwide social isolation<br> [21:10] One major similarity between the pandemic and climate change<br> [ 22:12] Three lessons the pandemic has (already) taught us<br> <br> Happy listening!<br> <br> * Want more episodes like these? Check out this special episode: <a href="https://mamaminimalist.com/114-5/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">How I’m Preparing for Coronavirus</a>.<br> * Learn more about guest Cathy Struecker <a href="https://www.cairnyogawellness.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">on her website</a>.<br> <br> * Social distancing is the *perfect* time to rate and review your favorite podcasts! <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-sustainable-minimalists-podcast/id1329830361" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">On the Apple Podcasts app</a>, hit the Library tab, scroll allllll the way to the bottom past all prior episodes, then click on the stars to leave a review. (Thank you!)<br> * Join our (free!) community <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/134165317219800/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a>.<br> * Find your tribe. Sustainable Minimalists are on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/SustainableMinimalists/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Facebook,</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mommyminimalist/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Instagram</a> + <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/mommyminimalist/pins/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Pinterest</a>.<br> <br> <br>
