Ep 129. Who Cares Wins with Lily Cole

Mindful Living

Mindful consumption is about making small, sustainable lifestyle changes without succumbing to guilt. Lily Cole shares her experience of making hummus and nut milks during lockdown to reduce plastic use, emphasizing that it's okay to choose convenience when necessary 1. She believes in using guilt as a trigger for experimentation rather than self-criticism. Meditation, yoga, and a balanced diet are part of her mindful living practices, helping her maintain mental well-being 2. Cole notes, "Meditation, for sure. If I get into a habit of meditating 15 minutes a day, I notice a difference because I just have a bit more control in my mind."

   

Sustainable Farming

Rethinking agriculture involves adopting sustainable practices that enhance soil health and reduce environmental impact. Lily Cole highlights the importance of soil as a carbon sink, containing more carbon than the atmosphere and trees combined 3. She advocates for regenerative farming, which includes rotating crops and animals to naturally fertilize the soil. Cole explains, "The simplest possible solution is literally under our feet. We just have to figure out how to do that. Right. How to empower nature." 4