Yes so I'm resolved on this because alot of my friends and my husband read in dark mode. I've changed my husband's substack to dark green background and I am still working through what to do with mine. I'm going to delete all my stored images in places I don't need them and switch back to memory banks... prob save some money too!
It always makes me 😬 when people say “why aren’t you using dark mode??” Because then I’ll see the literal writing on the literal wall for half an hour after 😂
Part of my eco anxiety when I took out home plastic free room by room in 2017 was that other people weren't doing it and I have had to be so conscious about how I engage and what I can shift and change within our own world inside and outside. This webinar felt glorious timing. I've really enjoyed changing the bio diversity of our garden spaces and I can't wait to share more on all that too. Thanks for being connected - love your linked in posts.
Excited to hear more about your journey! It can deffo feel like you're going at it alone, ESPC IF YOU LIVE WITH SOMEONE WHOSE NOT THAT INTERESTED LOL. Thank you SM <3
I know how hard that can be. I feel the fringes of a panic attack when I start to think about the environment also. And can get overwhelmed in a very negative way. But having some tools handy to be able to make changes helps a lot.
Omg, I can’t even get started on all that we have to put up with, not only in this country but in this State where we are taking a step backwards every day! Did you know that in Florida, there is a STATE LAW that does not allow counties or cities or towns to BAN PLASTIC BAGS.
I get that. I took our home plastic free in 2017 and honestly even people on Instagram stories drinking out of take away cups bothered me. It was hard!
Love this! Definitely taking it into consideration once I start on my own website. For now I can definitely take a few other actions you mentioned, like digital de-clutter and screenshotting the images. Great advice! ❤️❤️❤️
Yes it’s just trying to hold it all isn’t it. I thought Substack would come out super clean and I wonder if I (dare) darken the background and try again if it will?
Oooh, this is fascinating, thank you. I have to confess that I hadn't even considered the impact of my website and other online presences. Off to do a bit of sleuthing.
What an incredibly timely and over-looked topic I think!
Yes I know I was mind blown really...
This is so interesting! Will definitely be using some of these tips to make my online presence a bit greener. Thank you!
Thank you for sharing this. There is so much here that I have never even thought or considered. Saving this post to come back to.
So interesting isn't it - thanks for being here.
This is so interesting and not something I’ve thought much about. Definitely something to consider.
One thing I will say though is that dark background and white text triggers visual migraines for me so my heart does sink at how prevalent it is.
Yes so I'm resolved on this because alot of my friends and my husband read in dark mode. I've changed my husband's substack to dark green background and I am still working through what to do with mine. I'm going to delete all my stored images in places I don't need them and switch back to memory banks... prob save some money too!
It always makes me 😬 when people say “why aren’t you using dark mode??” Because then I’ll see the literal writing on the literal wall for half an hour after 😂
I tried it for 24hours it hurt my brain so much!
Such a interesting and useful post! Thank you Claire :)
You're so welcome Molly! It was all so simple and so obviously deep in the unknown?
yes yes yes yes eco queen!
Did you know this stuff? Blew my mind!
hehehe i've been round the block ;)
Part of my eco anxiety when I took out home plastic free room by room in 2017 was that other people weren't doing it and I have had to be so conscious about how I engage and what I can shift and change within our own world inside and outside. This webinar felt glorious timing. I've really enjoyed changing the bio diversity of our garden spaces and I can't wait to share more on all that too. Thanks for being connected - love your linked in posts.
Excited to hear more about your journey! It can deffo feel like you're going at it alone, ESPC IF YOU LIVE WITH SOMEONE WHOSE NOT THAT INTERESTED LOL. Thank you SM <3
🤯 I never even thought about the impact this is all having 😬. Thank you for sharing, I’m definitely going to look into this further
Isn’t it wild and I LOVE a white website 😭
I am so grateful for this!! Thank you 🙏
You’re so welcome!! ✨✏️🙌🏻
Yes! Thank you! Carbon footprint is a big deal for me.
Same and I’ve really struggled with environmental anxiety when I’ve gone deep into topics so have tried to keep this positively focussed. ✨💕💡
I know how hard that can be. I feel the fringes of a panic attack when I start to think about the environment also. And can get overwhelmed in a very negative way. But having some tools handy to be able to make changes helps a lot.
Omg, I can’t even get started on all that we have to put up with, not only in this country but in this State where we are taking a step backwards every day! Did you know that in Florida, there is a STATE LAW that does not allow counties or cities or towns to BAN PLASTIC BAGS.
Like I said, panic!
Wait what? That's just odd! Why?
I get that. I took our home plastic free in 2017 and honestly even people on Instagram stories drinking out of take away cups bothered me. It was hard!
Love this! Definitely taking it into consideration once I start on my own website. For now I can definitely take a few other actions you mentioned, like digital de-clutter and screenshotting the images. Great advice! ❤️❤️❤️
Yes it’s just trying to hold it all isn’t it. I thought Substack would come out super clean and I wonder if I (dare) darken the background and try again if it will?
Oooh, this is fascinating, thank you. I have to confess that I hadn't even considered the impact of my website and other online presences. Off to do a bit of sleuthing.
Louise - I was the same and then it all made so so much sense in an instant - online = power = energy so 💡✨
Fascinating stuff, Claire! I'm going to crunch some of this data myself...!
They don’t sugar the pill as per screen shots but in taking steps we’re all more empowered I think. 🌀💕✏️
Really interesting Claire, thank you. I'm in Northumberland too. I design nature led gardens. Wondered if it might be useful to chat? x
Oh definitely! Could you email me claire@creativelyconscious.co.uk
✨ 🙏 thanks Ava.
Isn’t it! I’m making a list of next steps and will report back in a month or so I think!