Low Impact Living in Rural America with Kaylee AnnLow Impact Living in Rural America with Kaylee Ann
Hippie Haven Podcast: How To Live A Harmonious Life
My guest today is Kaylee Baker. She's the CEO and founder of ZippNada, a sustainable lifestyle brand in Arizona. She's been practicing zero waste living for eight years after watching a documentary depicting the harm of single use plastic. Both fascinated and appalled by this, Kaylee has since dedicated her life to being part of the solution, spreading knowledge and awareness to others interested. Kaylee has created several local programs and Lake Havasu, including Havasu boomerang bags and zero waste Havasu, both aimed at helping her community live a more low impact lifestyle. She's spoken at festivals, conferences, and local meetings about single use plastic. Today. We're talking about her journey to zero waste, how she opened her own zero waste store, and what it's like living a low impact life in a rural area. Let's get started.
22:23•7 Oct 2020
Kaylee Ann’s Journey to Zero Waste in Rural America
“And in reality, just making small steps start with one at a time. Absolutely, I think that is a really, really, really valuable tip, and I see so many people getting overwhelmed and even deciding to give up because of how hard it is, and I think it's important to not stress the little things and, like you said, not beat yourself up over those things.”
Imagine watching a documentary that changes your entire outlook on life. That’s exactly what happened to Kaylee Ann, the CEO and founder of ZippNada, a sustainable lifestyle brand based in Arizona. In this episode of the Hippie Haven Podcast, Kaylee shares her inspiring journey from being shocked by the impact of single-use plastics to becoming a zero-waste advocate.
She talks about how she’s been living a low-impact life for eight years and the steps she’s taken to open her own zero-waste store. Kaylee’s passion for sustainability didn’t stop at her personal habits. She’s created several community programs like Havasu Boomerang Bags and Zero Waste Havasu, aiming to help her neighbors live more sustainably. Whether you live in a bustling city or a quiet rural area, Kaylee offers practical tips on how to reduce your environmental footprint.
She emphasizes the importance of repurposing items and finding like-minded individuals in your community. One of the standout moments in the episode is when Kaylee discusses shopping sustainably. She provides advice on how to make eco-friendly choices in any type of food store and highlights why it’s crucial to consider the impact of our actions on the ocean. Her message is clear: start with small steps and don’t stress over perfection.
Kaylee encourages listeners to look up low-waste resources in their area and even suggests creating a digital guide to share with neighbors. This episode is a treasure trove of practical advice and heartfelt stories, perfect for anyone interested in reducing their environmental impact. Tune in to hear Kaylee Ann’s journey and get inspired to make small, meaningful changes in your own life.
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