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Kristina Browning is a licensed Realtor in Portland Oregon and a Home Functionality Coach nationwide. Allergic to stagnation, she combines these two home-centric professions producing an intellectual, uplifting podcast called Home Space and Reason all about home functionality, design and automation with a bit of history & psychology. Living in a home that doesn't support your passions can be draining and exhausting. How fulfilled we are can have a big impact on our daily life across all kinds of contexts; parenting, success, work, and health. Kristina helps people find and purchase a home that supports their passions and values and then... helps them tweak it to function optimally. Her passion is helping people Create a Home that Thrives not just for today, but for the long haul. She is a wife and a mother to a 10-year-old boy. Home Space and Reason is available on all platforms including Apple Podcasts and Pandora. I recommend staring at Ep. 1 https://link.chtbl.com/E4X8SlK_ My website is www.SpaceAndReason.com YouTube: youtube.com/@spaceandreason Instagram: www.instagram.com/spaceandreason Facebook: www.Facebook.com/spaceandreason LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/spaceandreason TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@homespaceandreason SUBSCRIBE TO START SMALL: iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/start-small/id1537390467 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/49cOe3NI7OHSXACpUsQSkC Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcjQKGox5xnowa3nD1J5vGQ Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/start-small TuneIn: https://tunein.com/podcasts/Health--Wellness-Podcasts/Start-Small-p1380487/ Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9tb3lhYXNoZWFidXR0ZXIubGlic3luLmNvbS9wbGF5ZXJmbQ Connect with us! Website: https://www.moyaasheabutter.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/moyaasheabutter/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/moyaashea Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moyaasheabutter/ Podcast IG: https://www.instagram.com/start.smallpodcast/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcjQKGox5xnowa3nD1J5vGQ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.ca/moyaashea/_created/

On this episode host Debbie vn Grieken interviews Lillian Bremmut the autour of Trash Talk its easy going green. Lillian and her husband Dave are the team behind Brummet Media Group, high-fiving cheerfully as they pass each other on the way from checking off one item or other from their long to-do list. Their business includes Dave’s music studio and percussion accessory products and graphic design work as well as numerous award-winning non-fiction books and popular blogs. Amazon Author Page (books in hardcover, paperback & e-book formats): https://amazon.com/author/lillianbrummet Brummet's Website: http://BrummetMedia.ca FaceBook: http://facebook.com/lillian.brummet Find us online via either of these landing pages: https://taplink.cc/brummet https://linktr.ee/LillianBrummet ~~~ Visit Us @: http://BrummetMedia.ca Find the Brummet's books on Amazon Find us online via these landing pages: https://taplink.cc/brummet https://linktr.ee/LillianBrummet SUBSCRIBE TO START SMALL: iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/start-small/id1537390467 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/49cOe3NI7OHSXACpUsQSkC Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcjQKGox5xnowa3nD1J5vGQ Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/start-small TuneIn: https://tunein.com/podcasts/Health--Wellness-Podcasts/Start-Small-p1380487/ Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9tb3lhYXNoZWFidXR0ZXIubGlic3luLmNvbS9wbGF5ZXJmbQ Connect with us! Website: https://www.moyaasheabutter.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/moyaasheabutter/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/moyaashea Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moyaasheabutter/ Podcast IG: https://www.instagram.com/start.smallpodcast/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcjQKGox5xnowa3nD1J5vGQ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.ca/moyaashea/_created/ ~~~

In this episode Debbie interviews Teresa Schaubel the owner of Giftologie. Teresa is a third generation business owner, connecting people to the things they need is in her blood. From her first business selling fruits and vegetables from her family' garden at age 6, she knew this is what she wanted to do. She now owns a successful trophy and awards business, Custom Image Sales. In 2015 she indulged her creative side and repurposed the materials that were once used for plaques, medals and trophies to create unique cuffs and necklaces with meaningful messages. Inspired by the world around her, the amazing people she meets and her strong belief that true beauty comes from within. Connect with Teresa giftologie@gmail.com https://giftologie.ca/ Connect with Debbie SUBSCRIBE TO START SMALL: iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/start-small/id1537390467 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/49cOe3NI7OHSXACpUsQSkC Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcjQKGox5xnowa3nD1J5vGQ Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/start-small TuneIn: https://tunein.com/podcasts/Health--Wellness-Podcasts/Start-Small-p1380487/ Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9tb3lhYXNoZWFidXR0ZXIubGlic3luLmNvbS9wbGF5ZXJmbQ Connect with us! Website: https://www.moyaasheabutter.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/moyaasheabutter/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/moyaashea Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moyaasheabutter/ Podcast IG: https://www.instagram.com/start.smallpodcast/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcjQKGox5xnowa3nD1J5vGQ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.ca/moyaashea/_created/

In this Episode Debbie interviews the founder of Love and Nudes Chantel Carter . Chantal Carter is an entrepreneur who has worked in the fashion industry for over 20 years as a Stylist, Image Consultant, and magazine Style Director. She is also part of Centennial College Fashion PAC (Program Advisory Committee) which helps to inspire programs with relevant learning and training beneficial to industry practice. Chantal’s passion to uplift women of colour through fashion caused her to develop a diverse skin tone intimates line called Love & Nudes. This brand is more than just fashion, it's a social movement connecting women and celebrating the beauty of difference. She believes apparel and cosmetics should be accessible to all in a manner that allows them to celebrate their skin tone and personal style. e: Chantal@loveandnudes.com www.loveandnudes.com Celebrating Women of Colour Socialize and Celebrate with Us https://www.instagram.com/loveandnudes/ https://twitter.com/loveandnudes_ https://www.facebook.com/loveandnudes/ SUBSCRIBE TO START SMALL: iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/start-small/id1537390467 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/49cOe3NI7OHSXACpUsQSkC Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcjQKGox5xnowa3nD1J5vGQ Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/start-small TuneIn: https://tunein.com/podcasts/Health--Wellness-Podcasts/Start-Small-p1380487/ Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9tb3lhYXNoZWFidXR0ZXIubGlic3luLmNvbS9wbGF5ZXJmbQ Connect with us! Website: https://www.moyaasheabutter.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/moyaasheabutter/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/moyaashea Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moyaasheabutter/ Podcast IG: https://www.instagram.com/start.smallpodcast/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcjQKGox5xnowa3nD1J5vGQ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.ca/moyaashea/_created/

Topics Discussed: Therese is a Household Toxins Health Specialist and the Head Guru at The Green Living Gurus. She is an entrepreneur, activist, and educator. She spreads the awareness of chemical exposure that could cause many autoimmune illnesses, cancer, and other ailments. She helps families and individuals worried about cancer and other illnesses by identifying carcinogens and harmful chemicals in their lives and homes that potentially harm their health. She solves chemical confusion and makes finding safe and healthy products easier. She also has a household product line called Tee’s Organics - that are….Healthy for You and Your Home! She also attends many webinars all year long put on by various organizations such as Environmental Working Group, Made Safe, Silent Spring, Women’s Voices for the Earth, Plastic Pollution Coalition Clean and Healthy New York, and the Collaborative on Health and Environment. She never stops learning and fighting for regulations and laws to change to protect us from harmful chemicals. Connect with --Therese ( Tee Organics) IG: https://www.instagram.com/greenlivinggurus/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GreenLivingGurus/ Twitter:https://twitter.com/teeforton Linkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/in/therese-tee-forton-barnes-85a821a/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW7_phs1GZUPzG21Zgjnqtw SUBSCRIBE TO START SMALL: iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/start-small/id1537390467 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/49cOe3NI7OHSXACpUsQSkC Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcjQKGox5xnowa3nD1J5vGQ Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/start-small TuneIn: https://tunein.com/podcasts/Health--Wellness-Podcasts/Start-Small-p1380487/ Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9tb3lhYXNoZWFidXR0ZXIubGlic3luLmNvbS9wbGF5ZXJmbQ Connect with us! Website: https://www.moyaasheabutter.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/moyaasheabutter/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/moyaashea Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moyaasheabutter/ Podcast IG: https://www.instagram.com/start.smallpodcast/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcjQKGox5xnowa3nD1J5vGQ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.ca/moyaashea/_created/ edited by @internationalconnection

Local homesteader & chef; Clarissa Smith spends most of her time immersed in food. She grew up on a free range lamb and chicken farm where her passion for food and farming began. Her core beliefs are farm to table and dreams of owning her own farm where she can teach cooking classes on homesteading and culinary. Currently she is working with another chef creating specialized private dining experiences & event catering with Le Petit Pomme (Instagram @lepommepetit) where they create fresh French inspired cuisine with a twist. Topics Discussed: Connect with To follow Clarrisa's journey check out @clarissa.smith25 on Instagram and see what's cooking. Episode Edited by Jag Sandhu The International Connection Podcast @theintconn SUBSCRIBE TO START SMALL: iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/start-small/id1537390467 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/49cOe3NI7OHSXACpUsQSkC Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcjQKGox5xnowa3nD1J5vGQ Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/start-small TuneIn: https://tunein.com/podcasts/Health--Wellness-Podcasts/Start-Small-p1380487/ Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9tb3lhYXNoZWFidXR0ZXIubGlic3luLmNvbS9wbGF5ZXJmbQ Connect with us! Website: https://www.moyaasheabutter.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/moyaasheabutter/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/moyaashea Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moyaasheabutter/ Podcast IG: https://www.instagram.com/start.smallpodcast/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcjQKGox5xnowa3nD1J5vGQ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.ca/moyaashea/_created/ Quotes: @MoyaaShea #StartSmall

Debbie welcomes Stepahnie Jackson to the podcast. Stephanie Jackson is an integrative health practitioner and the owner and founder of a root cause wellness practice, the freedom to live, located in Niagara Canada specializing in nutrition, lifestyle, and functional blood chemistry. She helps people work on taking small daily steps with their health that overtime have a positive accumulation effect on longevity, energy, mood, and overall wellbeing. Over the last few years Stephanie has started homeschooling her children while adopting an urban homestead life, blending traditional homesteading values in a modern suburban setting. Topics Discussed: Resources Mentioned Niagara Homeschool Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/375501452465291/about/ Connect with Stephanie Jackson IHP Integrative Health Practitioner LHNP/RHNP Holistic Nutritionist Practitioner License ID #1701962 AADP Board Certification#223323906 Where to find me: Instagram: @thefreedomtolive.ca Website: thefreedomtolive.ca stephanie@thefreedomtolive.ca 1-647-838-7833 -- SUBSCRIBE TO START SMALL: iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/start-small/id1537390467 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/49cOe3NI7OHSXACpUsQSkC Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcjQKGox5xnowa3nD1J5vGQ Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/start-small TuneIn: https://tunein.com/podcasts/Health--Wellness-Podcasts/Start-Small-p1380487/ Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9tb3lhYXNoZWFidXR0ZXIubGlic3luLmNvbS9wbGF5ZXJmbQ Connect with us! Website: https://www.moyaasheabutter.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/moyaasheabutter/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/moyaashea Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moyaasheabutter/ Podcast IG: https://www.instagram.com/start.smallpodcast/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcjQKGox5xnowa3nD1J5vGQ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.ca/moyaashea/_created/

Kevin Hamilton has been farming organically for 20 years. Currently working at McQuesten urban farm as lead farmer, he shares his passion and knowledge of organic growing within this community. He has ridden his bicycle across Canada raising awareness about food and the environment over 15,000 kms, rode 4000 kms across Australia in 1999/2000 and in 2005 he rode 22,000 kms again by bicycle visiting farms from Portugal to Vietnam to learn all he could about farming without the aid of petrochemicals. He was also the youngest ever recipient of the Hamilton Environmentalist of the Year. He is an avid cyclist, environmentalist and political agitator. In this Episode Debbie and Kevin discuss Food Security as well as Organic Farming. Steps you can take to eat better and grow your own food. Alternative off the grid living as Kevin moves his family this spring into a Mongolian Yurt. The importance of a Healthy Biome and how food affects our gut health. Resource Mentioned: Wild Fermentation Connect with --Kevin Hamilton kham27@gmail.com SUBSCRIBE TO START SMALL: iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/start-small/id1537390467 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/49cOe3NI7OHSXACpUsQSkC Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcjQKGox5xnowa3nD1J5vGQ Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/start-small TuneIn: https://tunein.com/podcasts/Health--Wellness-Podcasts/Start-Small-p1380487/ Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9tb3lhYXNoZWFidXR0ZXIubGlic3luLmNvbS9wbGF5ZXJmbQ Connect with us! Website: https://www.moyaasheabutter.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/moyaasheabutter/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/moyaashea Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moyaasheabutter/ Podcast IG: https://www.instagram.com/start.smallpodcast/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcjQKGox5xnowa3nD1J5vGQ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.ca/moyaashea/_created/

In this episode Debbie challenges you to shift your mindset to a minimalist lifestyle. Using each day to complete a task that will move you closer to living a more simple and minimalist lifestyle. follow us on IG at @start.smallpodcast and tag us with your pictures completing the tasks Resource Mentioned: https://www.moyaasheabutter.com/blogs/recipes Topics Discussed: Decluttering -Minimialism - Buying less SUBSCRIBE TO START SMALL: iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/start-small/id1537390467 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/49cOe3NI7OHSXACpUsQSkC Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcjQKGox5xnowa3nD1J5vGQ Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/start-small TuneIn: https://tunein.com/podcasts/Health--Wellness-Podcasts/Start-Small-p1380487/ Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9tb3lhYXNoZWFidXR0ZXIubGlic3luLmNvbS9wbGF5ZXJmbQ Connect with us! Website: https://www.moyaasheabutter.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/moyaasheabutter/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/moyaashea Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moyaasheabutter/ Podcast IG: https://www.instagram.com/start.smallpodcast/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcjQKGox5xnowa3nD1J5vGQ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.ca/moyaashea/_created/

Blissfully Organized doesnt that sound wonderful? In this episode Debbie interviews Leza Kjarsgaard the founder of Blissfully Organized in Burlington Ontario. A service devoted to helpnig overwelhmed people find peace and calm through transformed organized spaces. Discover tips on how to minimize and organize your home so you have more time to focus on whats important! Living the life you want! Learn how to let go of sentimental items that no longer serve you or store them properley. Find out why organizing can actually help you reduce food waste and other great tips to live a more sustainable lifestyle. Resources Mentioned: Novel They Left us Everthing by Plum Johnson Connect with Leza on IG @blissfully_organized_ -- SUBSCRIBE TO START SMALL: iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/start-small/id1537390467 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/49cOe3NI7OHSXACpUsQSkC Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcjQKGox5xnowa3nD1J5vGQ Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/start-small TuneIn: https://tunein.com/podcasts/Health--Wellness-Podcasts/Start-Small-p1380487/ Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9tb3lhYXNoZWFidXR0ZXIubGlic3luLmNvbS9wbGF5ZXJmbQ Connect with us! Website: https://www.moyaasheabutter.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/moyaasheabutter/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/moyaashea Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moyaasheabutter/ Podcast IG: https://www.instagram.com/start.smallpodcast/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcjQKGox5xnowa3nD1J5vGQ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.ca/moyaashea/_created/

In the episode Debbie interviews Heather Jefferey the founder of Re4m Design and Fabrication. Heather is an innovative industrial designer and entrepreneur making strides in Ottawa's sustainable design sector. She is a maker, problem solver and the creator of Re4m Design and Fabrication, a company that designs and builds furnishings, fixtures and displays using recycled and reclaimed materials. Heather's unique skills and keen eye have gained her recognition in the Ottawa Sun, Ottawa Matters and a recipient of the 2019 OBJ (Ottawa Business Journal) Small business Award for manufacturing. Resource Mentioned: Topics Discussed Heather and Debbie discuss reducing waste , Women in Business, Funding oppourtunities and ways to make your business more sustainable Connect with Heather Heather Jeffery Founder, Designer 613-875-2151 www.re4m.ca | connect@re4m.ca IG @re4mottawa SUBSCRIBE TO START SMALL: iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/start-small/id1537390467 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/49cOe3NI7OHSXACpUsQSkC Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcjQKGox5xnowa3nD1J5vGQ Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/start-small TuneIn: https://tunein.com/podcasts/Health--Wellness-Podcasts/Start-Small-p1380487/ Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9tb3lhYXNoZWFidXR0ZXIubGlic3luLmNvbS9wbGF5ZXJmbQ Connect with us! Website: https://www.moyaasheabutter.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/moyaasheabutter/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/moyaashea Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moyaasheabutter/ Podcast IG: https://www.instagram.com/start.smallpodcast/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcjQKGox5xnowa3nD1J5vGQ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.ca/moyaashea/_created/ Quotes: @MoyaaShea #StartSmall Heather Jeffery Founder, Designer 613-875-2151 www.re4m.ca | connect@re4m.ca

Kathy Davis is a plant-based lifestyle coach, the CEO of VegInspired, and the author of three cookbooks: (The 30-Minute Whole-Food Plant-Based Cookbook, The Super Easy Plant-Based Cookbook, and The Budget-Friendly Plant-Based Diet Cookbook). Kathy empowers high achieving professionals to elevate their energy by adopting healthy living habits so they can step into their genius and crush their ambitions! Fun fact: Kathy and her husband, John, are living their plant-based dream while simultaneously traveling the United States in an RV with their cats. They’ve been to 26 states and 19 national parks so far, and have a goal to visit all the US national parks! Connect with Kathy Davis Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/veginspired VegInspired Foodies Facebook Group: https://www.veginspired.com/foodies Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/veginspired Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kathyallendavis/ Website: https://www.veginspired.com Budget-Friendly Plant-Based Diet Cookbook https://www.veginspired.com/budget-friendly-plant-based/ Super Easy Plant-Based Cookbook: https://www.veginspired.com/super-easy-plant-based-cookbook/ 30-Minute Whole-Food, Plant-Based Cookbook: https://www.veginspired.com/30-minute-wfpb/ Kathy A. Davis kathy@veginspired.com CEO & Plant-Based Lifestyle Coach, VegInspired LLC Want to elevate your energy with a plant-based lifestyle? Book a Chat with Me! VegInspired, LLC www.veginspired.com My Cookbooks 30-Minute Whole-Food, Plant-Based Super Easy Plant-Based Budget-Friendly Plant-Based Diet SUBSCRIBE TO START SMALL: iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/start-small/id1537390467 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/49cOe3NI7OHSXACpUsQSkC Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcjQKGox5xnowa3nD1J5vGQ Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/start-small TuneIn: https://tunein.com/podcasts/Health--Wellness-Podcasts/Start-Small-p1380487/ Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9tb3lhYXNoZWFidXR0ZXIubGlic3luLmNvbS9wbGF5ZXJmbQ Connect with us! Website: https://www.moyaasheabutter.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/moyaasheabutter/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/moyaashea Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moyaasheabutter/ Podcast IG: https://www.instagram.com/start.smallpodcast/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcjQKGox5xnowa3nD1J5vGQ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.ca/moyaashea/_created/

In this episode Debbie speaks with Donna Herrington founder of The Herrington Group. Donna has dedicated her entire professional life to increasing accessibility in our community. She is a person living with disability and has worked with both private and public organizations. The Herrington group has extensive experience in accessibility auditing, policy development, human rights legislation, training , curriculum development and human resource management. This conversation is a small step in acknowledging the gaps in services and policy and investigates small steps we can make as individuals and communities to help make improvements. Discussing how we can support and advocate for people in our communities and how we can make sustainability more accessible to everyone. Resource Mentioned: AODA:; https://www.ontario.ca/page/about-accessibility-laws#:~:text=The%20Accessibility%20for%20Ontarians%20with%20Disabilities%20Act%20(AODA)%20is%20a,developing%20and%20enforcing%20accessibility%20standards.&text=Implementing%20and%20enforcing%20these%20standards,accessible%20and%20inclusive%20by%202025. Canada Accessibility Act: https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/programs/accessible-canada.html https://sheribyrnehaber.medium.com/sustainability-starts-with-disability-inclusion-and-accessibility-77263ba2b1c2 Topics Discussed: Connect with The Herrington Group Website: www.theherringtongroup.ca LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/donna-herrington-nee-plonski/# SUBSCRIBE TO START SMALL: iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/start-small/id1537390467 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/49cOe3NI7OHSXACpUsQSkC Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcjQKGox5xnowa3nD1J5vGQ Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/start-small TuneIn: https://tunein.com/podcasts/Health--Wellness-Podcasts/Start-Small-p1380487/ Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9tb3lhYXNoZWFidXR0ZXIubGlic3luLmNvbS9wbGF5ZXJmbQ Connect with us! Website: https://www.moyaasheabutter.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/moyaasheabutter/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/moyaashea Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moyaasheabutter/ Podcast IG: https://www.instagram.com/start.smallpodcast/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcjQKGox5xnowa3nD1J5vGQ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.ca/moyaashea/_created/ Quotes: 1. When it comes to sustainability initiatives, if you make them accessible they become more sustainable, Because you have a larger audience. So, the larger the audiences the more participation is available.- Donna Herrington 2. I think if we address barriers that exist for people with disabilities, whether they be physical barriers or attitudinal barriers, stereotypes that people have of people with disabilities, we're looking at a lack of digital access. We're looking at a lack of accessible communication. If we start to look at how does someone who cannot hear or see or walk access my products and services, then you start to think of it in a more inclusive way.- Donna Herrington 3. As we develop healthier communities, this is going to be so much more sustainable that everybody is included, everybody feels that they have a role to play, everybody plays their role and when we all come together amazing things happen. It's only a win-win for everyone.- Debbie Van Grieken @MoyaaShea #StartSmall

What is Plastic Free July? Why is it necessary and how can we start small ? In this episode Debbie shares valuable information from the Plastic Free Foundation website along with insights and tips for those wishing to reduce their use of plastic. Debbie is here to support you no matter where you are on your sustainability journey. Learning together and sharing information is so important. By using real life examples and striving for improvement over perfection Debbie helps break down the overwhelming topic and helps us to start small Resource Mentioned: https://www.moyaasheabutter.com/blogs/fair-living-bloghttps://homesteadandchill.com/diy-homemade-beeswax-wraps/https://www.plasticfreejuly.org/ Topics Discussed: Connect with --https://www.plasticfreejuly.org/ SUBSCRIBE TO START SMALL: iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/start-small/id1537390467 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/49cOe3NI7OHSXACpUsQSkC Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcjQKGox5xnowa3nD1J5vGQ Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/start-small TuneIn: https://tunein.com/podcasts/Health--Wellness-Podcasts/Start-Small-p1380487/ Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9tb3lhYXNoZWFidXR0ZXIubGlic3luLmNvbS9wbGF5ZXJmbQ Connect with us! Website: https://www.moyaasheabutter.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/moyaasheabutter/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/moyaashea Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moyaasheabutter/ Podcast IG: https://www.instagram.com/start.smallpodcast/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcjQKGox5xnowa3nD1J5vGQ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.ca/moyaashea/_created/ Quotes: 1.Participants had a total savings of 940 million kilograms of plastic waste each year. ( plastic free foundation website) That is mind blowing. Just think if you can contribute to this number to what a big impact that has on our planet 8.5 out of 10 people made changes that became lasting habits.( plastic free foundation website) And that's really what needs to happen here. 2. So why plastic free July? Well, virtually every piece of plastic ever manufactured still exists in some form today. Single use plastics are not being recycled effectively. And we're seeing the damaging effects on our environment, especially in our oceans and our wildlife. This will have catastrophic ramifications. ( Plastic Free Foundation 3. I love that the campaign really aims to empower us. And that reassures us that you don't need to strive for zero waste right off the get go. Because overwhelming us will just create a lot of stress. And if it's too difficult to sustain, it will make us feel like failures and cause us to give up. This is the last thing they want. Remember what I always say if you're feeling overwhelmed, start small. @MoyaaShea #StartSmall

The founders, Veronica (she/her) and Alora (she/her) are not only sisters but best friends. The millennial versions of their grandmothers SAM & LANCE, and just as strong and independent. They share a passion for travel, social consciousness and innovation. Both Shirley (SAM) and Georgette (LANCE) were strong, talented, compassionate, intelligent women that inspired them to build something bigger, to create something they believe in and to always strive to do better. Where transparency and ethical manufacturing come first. Their mission at SAM & LANCE is to empower and inspire women through curated fashion and lifestyle goods that have been consciously crafted with ethical standards. They hope to connect women from around the world who are creating for a purpose, and shopping with intention. Their goal for SAM & LANCE is to establish a global community of socially conscious women looking to live a more sustainable life. Between the two sisters they have an MBA and Undergraduate Degrees in Fine Arts, Marketing, International Development and History. Have held jobs in sales, marketing, production, operations, fashion and advertising. They have travelled to over 75 countries and have lived in 3. By combining these learnings and experiences with their passion for empowerment and conscious shopping SAM & LANCE was born. Topics Discussed: Connect with -S.A.M and Lance at www.samandlance.com- on IG @samandlance SUBSCRIBE TO START SMALL: iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/start-small/id1537390467 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/49cOe3NI7OHSXACpUsQSkC Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcjQKGox5xnowa3nD1J5vGQ Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/start-small TuneIn: https://tunein.com/podcasts/Health--Wellness-Podcasts/Start-Small-p1380487/ Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9tb3lhYXNoZWFidXR0ZXIubGlic3luLmNvbS9wbGF5ZXJmbQ Connect with us! Website: https://www.moyaasheabutter.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/moyaasheabutter/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/moyaashea Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moyaasheabutter/ Podcast IG: https://www.instagram.com/start.smallpodcast/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcjQKGox5xnowa3nD1J5vGQ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.ca/moyaashea/_created/ Quotes: We talk about how for us saying that we're all sustainable and ethically made, unfortunately that's an an anomaly, you know we would love get to the point one day when this isn’t a feature or nice to have and that us saying "we verified that all of this people that made this product are paid for a wages", that should be just a standard, We shouldn't have to make this a big deal that We are making sure that this happen. Alora May Being sustainable also means being sustainable to us. So, if It’s not gonna work for you, it's not sustainable. So, you really need to look at your habit and look what you already have. Debbie vanGrieken So these women that are starting these companies that are helping communities and empowering people around the world are doing it all out of pocket. They're reinvesting all these funds back into their companies and helping on other people. So when you support a woman owned company, you are directly supporting their dreams supporting all the good that they're doing within the world- Alora May @MoyaaShea #StartSmall

In this Episode Debbie speaks with Sarah Valiant the founder of Earth Love ltd. Earth Love produces all natural ,zero waste cleaning products packaged in compostable packaging. Earth Love produces Laundry detergent, Toilet cleaner, Dishwasher tablets, All Purpose Cleaner, Eucalyptus shower Melts and their latest product is a travel sized Laundry Tablet. They endeavour to have every single one of their business practices be as green as possible while maintaining low prices to ensure everyone has access to zero waste living. Sarah lives in Oakville Ontario Canada Resource Mentioned: https://earthlovehome.ca/IG Account @earthlovehome Topics Discussed: SUBSCRIBE TO START SMALL: iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/start-small/id1537390467 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/49cOe3NI7OHSXACpUsQSkC Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcjQKGox5xnowa3nD1J5vGQ Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/start-small TuneIn: https://tunein.com/podcasts/Health--Wellness-Podcasts/Start-Small-p1380487/ Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9tb3lhYXNoZWFidXR0ZXIubGlic3luLmNvbS9wbGF5ZXJmbQ Connect with us! Website: https://www.moyaasheabutter.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/moyaasheabutter/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/moyaashea Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moyaasheabutter/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcjQKGox5xnowa3nD1J5vGQ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.ca/moyaashea/_created/ Quotes: @MoyaaShea #StartSmall We voted with our dollar and our power is in our purchasing power. So if we're not purchasing those items, they're not going to make them anymore. So if we're spending all of our times and efforts on zero waste, low waste, sustainable products, fair trade, that's where they're gonna start putting their efforts which is what needs to happen. I feel like this small things where all about taking small steps and if every small business, every medium, large business actually did this thing, we will see a huge impact. When you look at everything you have, everything is packaged in plastic. So to think that you've got to replace pretty much everything in your house it's really scary. So the best way to approach it is just going room by room, product by product, and just start small. Pick something and find the replacement for it.

What was supposed to be just a bucket list item of hiking an area of Spain with her dad, turned into a thriving business and meeting an important need in the world. In this episode, I sit down with Terri-Lynn Woodhouse who saw a need, knew she could help make a difference, and boldly stepped into it. Terri-Lynn now runs a successful online and storefront business where she offers sustainable products from many different countries. But more than that, she provides fair wages to everyone who is involved in the process. She works closely with the local artisans to make sure they are taken care of. Today, we talk about simple steps you can take to begin to make a long-lasting impact on the world and the communities around the world. You don’t have to always take drastic measures, and the small things add up! Terri-Lynn also offers us some advice if we are just starting out on the journey of more sustainable living, from reading labels on the products we buy, to seeing what things we can refill in our house instead of throwing away, and how getting out in our community and asking questions can lead to so much knowledge. Terri-Lynn’s passion and zeal to help others is contagious and this episode will have you asking what you can do today. Let’s start small together! Connect With Terri-Lynn: Website: https://one1earth.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OneEarth11/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/one1earth/ Topics Discussed: Doing what you can to make a difference.How paying workers more doesn’t have to equal higher cost points.Beginning steps you can take to become more aware of the products you buy. -- SUBSCRIBE TO START SMALL: iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/start-small/id1537390467 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/49cOe3NI7OHSXACpUsQSkC Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcjQKGox5xnowa3nD1J5vGQ Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/start-small TuneIn: https://tunein.com/podcasts/Health--Wellness-Podcasts/Start-Small-p1380487/ Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9tb3lhYXNoZWFidXR0ZXIubGlic3luLmNvbS9wbGF5ZXJmbQ Connect with us! Website: https://www.moyaasheabutter.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/moyaasheabutter/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/moyaashea Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moyaasheabutter/ Podcast IG: https://www.instagram.com/start.smallpodcast/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcjQKGox5xnowa3nD1J5vGQ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.ca/moyaashea/_created/

This past year has been difficult for many people, you may feel overwhelmed with all that is going on in your life (and in the world), and perhaps wonder if you can make the kind of impact that you want to make. Over the next seven days, we want to lock arms with you on a simple challenge that will leave you feeling lighter, less burdened, and more empowered in making a difference. I have done this challenge several times, and it only takes 15-30 minutes a day. I will walk you through one simple thing you can do every day this next week to jumpstart your sustainable efforts and learn a few fun new habits! This challenge will give you great ideas on simple ways to save energy and money, how to eat more sustainably, and even fun tips for teaching your kids about living more eco-friendly. Our hope is to show you that you too can “start small” and that these simple steps will not only make a big impact in our world but will also leave you feeling freer. Remember to take pictures of each challenge and hashtag #startsmallchallenge share and tag the @start.smallpodcast on IG. Also, if you would like us to deep dive into a specific subject- let us know using the links below. Let’s start small together! Resource Mentioned: Sustainable bathroom switches Bamboo toilet paper https://well.ca/products/caboo-bamboo-sugarcane-bathroom_123187.html?gclid=CjwKCAjwqvyFBhB7EiwAER786T1almLsclgeCPSxjSDGzhcXbU0RvJqGhLmMOcsFdLNTeTg6Dew5RxoCRswQAvD_BwE Sustainable Living Box by Moyaa Shea Products https://www.moyaasheabutter.com/collections/boxes/products/start-small-sustainable-living-box Reusable paper towels https://loveyourplanet.ca/products/the-unpaper-towel Vegan recipes Not sponsored https://earthsown.com/recipe_category/most-popular/?gclid=CjwKCAjwqvyFBhB7EiwAER786cRJZi2mpN5XYLht9QhY1uQzBr_5aHLubmtZ-krxp4iM65ylgjAAvBoCCAcQAvD_BwE My favorite plant-based eggs ( not sponsored) https://www.ju.st/stories/just-egg-in-canada?utm_source=google&utm_medium=sem&utm_campaign=canada&gclid=CjwKCAjwqvyFBhB7EiwAER786Q4PBZyHBCOByJsuQECk4S-QReqUuRTzUTnsEKMyofD_9U91kOZy_BoCZyUQAvD_BwE How to do an energy audit of your home https://www.energy.gov/energysaver/home-energy-audits/do-it-yourself-home-energy-audits How to make your car more eco friendly https://www.thezebra.com/resources/driving/how-to-make-your-car-eco-friendly/ https://www.thezebra.com/resources/driving/how-to-make-your-car-eco-friendly/ Topics Discussed: Simple things you can do in a few minutes that have a big impactDelicious food ideas for eating more sustainableGreat ideas for repurposing, reusing and minimizing everyday items -- SUBSCRIBE TO START SMALL: iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/start-small/id1537390467 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/49cOe3NI7OHSXACpUsQSkC Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcjQKGox5xnowa3nD1J5vGQ Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/start-small TuneIn: https://tunein.com/podcasts/Health--Wellness-Podcasts/Start-Small-p1380487/ Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9tb3lhYXNoZWFidXR0ZXIubGlic3luLmNvbS9wbGF5ZXJmbQ Connect with us! Website: https://www.moyaasheabutter.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/moyaasheabutter/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/moyaashea Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moyaasheabutter/ Podcast IG: https://www.instagram.com/start.smallpodcast/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcjQKGox5xnowa3nD1J5vGQ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.ca/moyaashea/_created/

Have you ever been frustrated at the pollution of our oceans, the waste that gets dumped into our beautiful bodies of water? Well, that’s exactly what happened to August Dyrberg. An avid adventurer and scuba diver, as August learned about the mass amount of plastic waste in the ocean he decided to do something about it, and thus Marda Swimwear was born. Using recycled plastic bottles August worked with other experts in the clothing industry to use the bottles to create a luxurious and one-of-a-kind bathing suit. MARDA is a modern men’s swimwear brand obsessed with creating a better world by using plastic from our oceans and landfills to make premium swim shorts that are made to last. Our philosophy finds the harmony between plastic and design to create highly sustainable swim trunks brought to life with the best in Japanese fabric technology. August also shares with us what it was like to begin such an arduous task with no background in business, and how he figured out the process and built such a successful business in the process. Topics Discussed: Making fabrics from recycled plastic bottles.Going into business without a business background.Making sustainable clothing that is high-end and functional.Ensuring the quality of the product and those making it from start to finish. -- SUBSCRIBE TO START SMALL: iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/start-small/id1537390467 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/49cOe3NI7OHSXACpUsQSkC Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcjQKGox5xnowa3nD1J5vGQ Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/start-small TuneIn: https://tunein.com/podcasts/Health--Wellness-Podcasts/Start-Small-p1380487/ Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9tb3lhYXNoZWFidXR0ZXIubGlic3luLmNvbS9wbGF5ZXJmbQ Connect with Marda Swimwear: Website: https://mardaswimwear.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marda_swimwear/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mardaswimwear Twitter: https://twitter.com/mardaswimwear Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.dk/Mardaswimwear/_created/ Connect with us! Website: https://www.moyaasheabutter.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/moyaasheabutter/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/moyaashea Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moyaasheabutter/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcjQKGox5xnowa3nD1J5vGQ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.ca/moyaashea/_created/

Have you ever been having a rough day and you think to yourself, “I could really go for some chocolate.”? Yeah me too. But did you know that the chocolate industry as a whole is involved in so much human slavery and trafficking? That thought kind of takes away the sweetness and leaves a bitter aftertaste. But there are many fighting to bring fairness and ethical responsibility to this industry. In this episode, I sit down with Tye of Seek 4 Fair, who is on a mission to change the way the chocolate industry works. She works diligently to provide chocolate that is made fairly and gives everyone involved in the product creation what they deserve, all the way down to the farmers. Through her research, Tye offers you access to these ethically made chocolates and works to eliminate poverty from the cocoa communities. I think you are really going to love this topic as we dive into it. THE DARK SIDE OF CHOCOLATE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Vfbv6hNeng Topics Discussed: The corruption in the chocolate industry.The difference between fair trade and direct trade.Allowing your children to dream big.Finding the fun in your work. -- SUBSCRIBE TO START SMALL: iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/start-small/id1537390467 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/49cOe3NI7OHSXACpUsQSkC Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcjQKGox5xnowa3nD1J5vGQ Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/start-small TuneIn: https://tunein.com/podcasts/Health--Wellness-Podcasts/Start-Small-p1380487/ Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9tb3lhYXNoZWFidXR0ZXIubGlic3luLmNvbS9wbGF5ZXJmbQ Connect with Seek 4 Chocolate: Website: https://www.seek4chocolate.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seek4fair/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Seek4Fair-102541814579760 Connect with us! Website: https://www.moyaasheabutter.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/moyaasheabutter/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/moyaashea Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moyaasheabutter/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcjQKGox5xnowa3nD1J5vGQ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.ca/moyaashea/_created/