Live Sustainably with Anastasia

Anastasia

Sustainable Living, in my view, should be based on the Rules of Nature - the biggest wonder, which has managed to sustain, rebalance and regenerate itself for billions of years. Nature thrives on diversity and each species and plant plays to its own strength, creating and sharing its own unique resources for other species and plants to be able to thrive. So, there are no incapable humans (or specific boxes that need to be ticked), instead: there are unique strengths and good intentions which need to be unveiled within each person. And that’s the magic recipe and beauty of Sustainable Living.

  1. Feb 8

    Sustainable Valentine's Day Ideas: Eco-Friendly Ways To Show Love!

    In this special Valentine’s episode of Live Sustainably, Anastasia invites us to rethink love — not just romantically, but sustainably. From roses and strawberries to teddy bears and shared experiences, she shares 3 DOs and 3 DON’Ts for celebrating St. Valentine’s Day with heart and with purpose. This episode explores: Eco-friendly ways to show love (that actually last)What to skip this Valentine’s (and why)Why love, like sustainability, is a mindful practice Let’s make this day — and every day — about conscious connection. References & Further Read: 👉 Business Waste, 2024. “Valentine's Day Waste Facts.” 👉 DesignLife-Cycle.com, 2024. B.Torres,  L. Robinson, J. Honh​. "The production and life cycle of teddy bears". 👉 Fromm E., 1956. "The Art of loving". Book 👉 Sciencedirect.com, 2017. E. Soode-Schimonsky a, at all. "Product environmental footprint of strawberries: Case studies in Estonia and Germany" - Journal of Environmental Management. Available online.  👉 The conversation, 2025. W. de Freitas. "Why ‘low carbon’ roses are flown around the world". 📌 Listen now and subscribe for more inspiring, science-based content every Thursday at 8pm (UK time). ============================= 💰 Support My Channel: ✨ PayPal: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.paypal.me/ASpaceSustain⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ✨ Revolut: @anastacw7 ✅ Stay Connected With Me: 👉 Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.livesustainablyanastasia.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 👉 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@live.sustainably.a/featured 👉 Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/live.sustainably.a/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📩 For Business Inquiries: live.sustainably.anastasia@gmail.com ============================= ⁠#SustainableValentines⁠ ⁠#EcoLove⁠ ⁠#LiveSustainably⁠ ⁠#MindfulGifting⁠ ⁠#ValentinesDay2025⁠ ⁠#ConsciousLiving⁠ ⁠#Anastasia⁠ ⚠️ Disclaimer: I do not accept any liability for any loss or damage incurred from you acting or not acting as a result of watching any of my publications. You acknowledge that you use the information I provide at your own risk. Do your research. Copyright Notice: This Podcast and my Channel contain dialogue, music, and images that are the property of Live Sustainably with Anastasia. You are authorized to share the episode link and channel and embed this podcast in your website or others as long as my credentials and a link back to my podcast channel are provided. © Live Sustainably with Anastasia

    Sustainable Valentine's Day Ideas: Eco-Friendly Ways To Show Love!
  2. 09/25/2025

    The Good, the Smart & the Beautiful: How Nestlé, Nike & L'Oréal Are Driving Sustainability

    In this episode of Live Sustainably, Anastasia explores how three major global brands — Nestlé, Nike, and L'Oréal — are contributing to sustainable development in surprising and impactful ways. These corporations are far from perfect, but their scale, innovation, and bold initiatives show how meaningful change is possible in the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) industry. From regenerative farming to sustainable fashion and plastic-free beauty, this video reflects on how courage and vision can spark progress — even in the most unexpected places. Pioneering change is never easy — whether for individuals or companies — but it’s worth acknowledging and learning from. References & Further Read: 👉 Knowledge Hub, powered by Circle Economy, 2022. BUSINESS CASE "MAKING (Nike’s app) is a technological innovation towards sustainable product development system". 👉 Earth.org, 2023. C. Fletcher. "The Environmental and Health Impacts of the Cosmetic Industry". 👉 Climate trade, 2023. Climate Change News: "The world’s most polluting industries".  Nestle. Protecting Biodiversity. 👉 Cambridge Institute for Sustainable Leadership, 2018. "Nestlé trials natural capital premium with UK dairy farmers". 📌 Listen now and subscribe for more inspiring, science-based content every Thursday at 8pm (UK time). ============================= 💰 Support My Channel: ✨ PayPal: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.paypal.me/ASpaceSustain⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ✨ Revolut: @anastacw7 ✅ Stay Connected With Me: 👉 Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.livesustainablyanastasia.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 👉 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@live.sustainably.a/featured 👉 Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/live.sustainably.a/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📩 For Business Inquiries: live.sustainably.anastasia@gmail.com ============================= ⁠#SustainableBrands⁠ ⁠#CorporateSustainability⁠ ⁠#LiveSustainably⁠ ⁠#FMCGInnovation⁠ ⁠#EcoSolutions⁠ ⁠#GreenBusiness⁠ ⁠#SustainableLiving⁠ ⁠#Anastasia⁠ ⚠️ Disclaimer: I do not accept any liability for any loss or damage incurred from you acting or not acting as a result of watching any of my publications. You acknowledge that you use the information I provide at your own risk. Do your research. Copyright Notice: This Podcast and my Channel contain dialogue, music, and images that are the property of Live Sustainably with Anastasia. You are authorized to share the episode link and channel and embed this podcast in your website or others as long as my credentials and a link back to my podcast channel are provided. © Live Sustainably with Anastasia

    The Good, the Smart & the Beautiful: How Nestlé, Nike & L'Oréal Are Driving Sustainability
  3. 09/18/2025

    The Power Of Freedom: Sustainable Living Tips You Need For A Better Planet!

    In this thought-provoking episode of Live Sustainably, Anastasia explores one of the deepest powers we all possess — freedom — not as something granted externally, but as something that lives inside each of us. We often think of freedom as something to fight for — defined by borders, rights, or politics. But true freedom is not dictated by external forces. It cannot be taken away. Even in the most restricted circumstances, we remain free in our minds and hearts. This video reflects on that inner freedom — and how it shapes the way we live, choose, and care for the world around us.​This episode looks at: The difference between external and internal freedomHow freedom shapes our ability to live sustainablyWhy conscious, self-directed choices are essential for long-term changeThe connection between personal responsibility and planetary care​ ​Freedom is not just a personal experience — it is a foundation for building a more thoughtful, resilient, and sustainable future. 💭 What does freedom mean to you? Let me know in the comments. References & Further Read: 👉 E.Fromm (1941). Escape from Freedom 👉 V.Frankl (1946). Man's Search for Meaning 👉 J.Stiglitz (2024). The Road to Freedom 📌 Listen now and subscribe for more inspiring, science-based content every Thursday at 8pm (UK time). ============================= 💰 Support My Channel: ✨ PayPal: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.paypal.me/ASpaceSustain⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ✨ Revolut: @anastacw7 ✅ Stay Connected With Me: 👉 Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.livesustainablyanastasia.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 👉 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@live.sustainably.a/featured 👉 Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/live.sustainably.a/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📩 For Business Inquiries: live.sustainably.anastasia@gmail.com ============================= ⁠#SustainableLiving⁠ ⁠#InnerFreedom⁠ ⁠#ConsciousLiving⁠⁠#LiveSustainably⁠⁠#EcoMindset⁠ ⁠#EmpoweredChoices⁠ ⁠#MinimalistLiving⁠ ⁠#RegenerativeFuture⁠ ⁠#anastasia⁠ ⚠️ Disclaimer: I do not accept any liability for any loss or damage incurred from you acting or not acting as a result of watching any of my publications. You acknowledge that you use the information I provide at your own risk. Do your research. Copyright Notice: This Podcast and my Channel contain dialogue, music, and images that are the property of Live Sustainably with Anastasia. You are authorized to share the episode link and channel and embed this podcast in your website or others as long as my credentials and a link back to my podcast channel are provided. © Live Sustainably with Anastasia

    The Power Of Freedom: Sustainable Living Tips You Need For A Better Planet!
  4. 09/11/2025

    Beginner’s Guide to Sustainable Living: A 28-Day Transformation

    In this beginner-friendly episode of Live Sustainably, Anastasia shares three simple but powerful steps to help you start living more sustainably — in just 28 days. Whether you're just starting out or looking to renew your commitment, this video breaks down a realistic, thoughtful approach to sustainable living through small, consistent changes at home. From reducing plastic use and cutting back on meat to rewarding your efforts with sustainable treats, these steps are designed to feel fulfilling, not restrictive. This episode covers: How to assess your starting point without pressureSetting realistic P–M–R goals (Plastic, Meat, Reward)Embracing nature’s wisdom: improve with each cycle Sustainability isn’t about perfection — it’s about progress, persistence, and joy. References & Further Read: 👉 Center for Biological Diversity.com. "The problem with plastic bags"​. 👉 Guardian (2021). O. Milman. "Meat accounts for nearly 60% of all greenhouse gases from food production, study finds". 👉 OceanWatch Australia.org. "Number of plastic bags produced worldwide, this year". 👉 World Economic Forum (2018). K. Whiting. "This is how long everyday plastic items last in the ocean". 📌 Listen now and subscribe for more inspiring, science-based content every Thursday at 8pm (UK time). ============================= 💰 Support My Channel: ✨ PayPal: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.paypal.me/ASpaceSustain⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ✨ Revolut: @anastacw7 ✅ Stay Connected With Me: 👉 Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.livesustainablyanastasia.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 👉 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@live.sustainably.a/featured 👉 Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/live.sustainably.a/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📩 For Business Inquiries: live.sustainably.anastasia@gmail.com ============================= ⁠#SustainableLiving⁠ ⁠#SustainabilityForBeginners⁠ ⁠#28DayChallenge⁠ ⁠#LiveSustainably⁠ ⁠#EcoHabits⁠ ⁠#MinimalistLiving⁠ ⁠#GreenGoals⁠ ⁠#Anastasia⁠ ⚠️ Disclaimer: I do not accept any liability for any loss or damage incurred from you acting or not acting as a result of watching any of my publications. You acknowledge that you use the information I provide at your own risk. Do your research. Copyright Notice: This Podcast and my Channel contain dialogue, music, and images that are the property of Live Sustainably with Anastasia. You are authorized to share the episode link and channel and embed this podcast in your website or others as long as my credentials and a link back to my podcast channel are provided. © Live Sustainably with Anastasia

    Beginner’s Guide to Sustainable Living: A 28-Day Transformation
  5. 09/04/2025

    Sustainable Eating Is Not What You Think | My 5 Key Principles For a Healthier Stomach and Planet!

    In this episode of Live Sustainably, Anastasia shares five personal principles that reshaped her diet — and her life. Sustainable eating isn’t about restriction or perfection, but about nourishing your body, honoring the seasons, and making thoughtful choices that benefit both your health and the planet. This episode explores: Why sustainable eating starts with your own well-beingHow food diversity, balance, and seasonality matterWhy mindful habits can replace restrictive diets Sustainable eating is not a trend—it’s a lifelong gift. References & Further Read: 👉 EUFIC (2020). Are seasonal fruit and vegetables better for the environment? 👉 R. Lambert (2021). The Science of Nutrition. Debunk the Diet Myths and Learn How to Eat Responsibly for Health and Happiness 👉 W. Willett (2001). Eat. Drink and Be Healthy. The Harvard Medical School 📌 Listen now and subscribe for more inspiring, science-based content every Thursday at 8pm (UK time). ============================= 💰 Support My Channel: ✨ PayPal: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.paypal.me/ASpaceSustain⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ✨ Revolut: @anastacw7 ✅ Stay Connected With Me: 👉 Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.livesustainablyanastasia.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 👉 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@live.sustainably.a/featured 👉 Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/live.sustainably.a/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📩 For Business Inquiries: live.sustainably.anastasia@gmail.com ============================= ⁠#SustainableEating⁠ ⁠#FoodForTheFuture⁠ ⁠#LiveSustainably⁠ ⁠#MindfulEating⁠ ⁠#SustainabilityJourney⁠ ⁠#EcoHealth⁠ ⁠#HealthyHabits⁠ ⁠#Anastasia⁠ ⚠️ Disclaimer: I do not accept any liability for any loss or damage incurred from you acting or not acting as a result of watching any of my publications. You acknowledge that you use the information I provide at your own risk. Do your research. Copyright Notice: This Podcast and my Channel contain dialogue, music, and images that are the property of Live Sustainably with Anastasia. You are authorized to share the episode link and channel and embed this podcast in your website or others as long as my credentials and a link back to my podcast channel are provided. © Live Sustainably with Anastasia

    Sustainable Eating Is Not What You Think | My 5 Key Principles For a Healthier Stomach and Planet!
  6. 08/28/2025

    What Is Biodiversity Really About? Hidden Connections That Shape Our Lives!

    In this episode of Live Sustainably, Anastasia unpacks the true meaning of biodiversity — not just forests and endangered species, but the intricate connections between all forms of life on Earth. From wild potatoes preserving food security to fungi on sloth fur inspiring new antibiotics, this episode reveals how biodiversity directly impacts our health, medicine, climate, and future. This episode explores: How food diversity protects us from hunger and malnutritionWhy biodiversity loss increases the risk of global diseaseHow kelp forests outperform land trees in storing carbonThe resilience — and fragility — of nature’s interconnected systems Biodiversity is not just life on Earth — it is life in relationship. And we are part of it. References & Further Read: 👉 Earth.com, 2023. C. Sexton. "Sloths may hold a secret weapon against antibiotic resistance". 👉 Guardian, 2021 K. Latham. Biodiversity: "How biodiversity loss is jeopardising the drugs of the future". 👉 Harvard University, 2019. S. Hurlimann. "How Kelp Naturally Combats Global Climate Change". 👉 MDPI, 2023. CR. MacNair, CN. Tsai, Steven T. Rutherford, M-W Tan. "Returning to Nature for the Next Generation of Antimicrobial Therapeutics". Antibiotics 2023, 12(8), 1267. 👉 United Nations Foundation, 2023. MJ Altman. "Biodiversity Explained: Facts, Myths, and The Race to Protect it".  👉 NPR.org, 2012. E.Barclay. Public Health: "As Biodiversity Declines, Tropical Diseases Thrive". 📌 Listen now and subscribe for more inspiring, science-based content every Thursday at 8pm (UK time). ============================= 💰 Support My Channel: ✨ PayPal: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.paypal.me/ASpaceSustain⁠⁠⁠⁠ ✨ Revolut: @anastacw7 ✅ Stay Connected With Me: 👉 Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.livesustainablyanastasia.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ 👉 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@live.sustainably.a/featured 👉 Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/live.sustainably.a/⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📩 For Business Inquiries: live.sustainably.anastasia@gmail.com ============================= ⁠#Biodiversity⁠ ⁠#LiveSustainably⁠ ⁠#EcoSystems⁠ ⁠#SustainableFuture⁠ ⁠#NatureScience⁠ ⁠#ClimateSolutions⁠ ⁠#PlanetHealth⁠ ⁠#Anastasia⁠ ⚠️ Disclaimer: I do not accept any liability for any loss or damage incurred from you acting or not acting as a result of watching any of my publications. You acknowledge that you use the information I provide at your own risk. Do your research. Copyright Notice: This Podcast and my Channel contain dialogue, music, and images that are the property of Live Sustainably with Anastasia. You are authorized to share the episode link and channel and embed this podcast in your website or others as long as my credentials and a link back to my podcast channel are provided. © Live Sustainably with Anastasia

    What Is Biodiversity Really About? Hidden Connections That Shape Our Lives!
  7. 08/21/2025

    The Power Of Optimism: How Positive Thinking Drives Sustainable Change!

    In this episode of Live Sustainably, Anastasia explores how optimism fuels real, lasting change. From the thoughts we wake up with to the systems we build around us, mindset shapes our future. Through small daily choices, we can replace blame and fear with meaning, purpose, and hope. This episode explores: Why suffering can feel safe — and how to shift out of itHow optimism shapes both individual lives and global systemsWhat animals can teach us about purpose and joy Optimism isn’t a luxury — it’s the mindset that drives transformation. References & Further Read: 👉 Goleman, D. (2013). Focus: The Hidden Driver of Excellence 👉 Figueres, C. & Rivett-Carnac, T. (2020). The Future We Choose: Surviving the Climate Crisis 👉 Frankl, V. (1946). Man’s Search for Meaning 👉 Harvard Business Review (2020). How to Lead in Times of Crisis 👉 Seldon, A. & Abeysinghe, G. (2016). Beyond Happiness: How to Find Lasting Meaning and Joy in All That You Have 👉 Tolle, E. (1997). The Power of Now: A Guide to Spiritual Enlightenment 👉 World Economic Forum (2021). Optimism and Climate: Why Hope Matters for the Planet 📌 Listen now and subscribe for more inspiring, science-based content every Thursday at 8pm (UK time). ============================= 💰 Support My Channel: ✨ PayPal: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.paypal.me/ASpaceSustain⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ✨ Revolut: @anastacw7 ✅ Stay Connected With Me: 👉 Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.livesustainablyanastasia.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 👉 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@live.sustainably.a/featured 👉 Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/live.sustainably.a/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📩 For Business Inquiries: live.sustainably.anastasia@gmail.com ============================= ⁠#Optimism⁠⁠ ⁠⁠#LiveSustainably⁠⁠ ⁠⁠#MindsetShift⁠⁠ ⁠⁠#SustainableLiving⁠⁠ ⁠⁠#MentalResilience⁠⁠ ⁠⁠#ChangeMakers⁠⁠ ⁠⁠#InnerStrength⁠⁠ ⁠⁠#Anastasia⁠⁠ ⚠️ Disclaimer: I do not accept any liability for any loss or damage incurred from you acting or not acting as a result of watching any of my publications. You acknowledge that you use the information I provide at your own risk. Do your research. Copyright Notice: This Podcast and my Channel contain dialogue, music, and images that are the property of Live Sustainably with Anastasia. You are authorized to share the episode link and channel and embed this podcast in your website or others as long as my credentials and a link back to my podcast channel are provided. © Live Sustainably with Anastasia

    The Power Of Optimism: How Positive Thinking Drives Sustainable Change!
  8. 08/14/2025

    Microplastics Are Everywhere — Here’s How to Fight Back!

    In this episode of Live Sustainably, Anastasia uncovers the hidden threat of microplastics — what they are, how they affect our health, and what we can do to protect ourselves and future generations. From lung and blood contamination to plastic in everyday fabrics, we’re only beginning to understand the true impact of these tiny pollutants. But there is hope — because with every small shift, we can reduce harm and take back control. This episode explores: Where microplastics come from — and where they’re showing upWhy they’re harmful to our bodies and immune systemsWhat we can reject today to reduce exposureHow to protect our families through smarter material choices Your choices matter — and together, we can shape a safer, healthier future. References & Further Read: 👉 Barboza, L. G. A. et al. (2018). Marine Microplastic Debris: Impacts on Marine and Human Health. 👉 EIA (Environmental Investigation Agency) (2021). The Plastic Threat to Human Health. 👉 Gasperi, J. et al. (2018). Microplastics in Air: Are We Breathing It In? Current Opinion in Environmental Science & Health. 👉 Laville, S. (2022). Microplastics Found in Human Blood for First Time. The Guardian 👉 Plastic Health Coalition (2023). Plastics & Health: What We Know and What’s Still Unclear. 👉 Wright, S. L., & Kelly, F. J. (2017). Plastic and Human Health: A Micro Issue? Environmental Science & Technology 📌 Listen now and subscribe for more inspiring, science-based content every Thursday at 8pm (UK time). ============================= 💰 Support My Channel: ✨ PayPal: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.paypal.me/ASpaceSustain⁠⁠⁠ ✨ Revolut: @anastacw7 ✅ Stay Connected With Me: 👉 Website: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.livesustainablyanastasia.com⁠⁠⁠ 👉 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@live.sustainably.a/featured 👉 Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/live.sustainably.a/⁠⁠⁠ 📩 For Business Inquiries: live.sustainably.anastasia@gmail.com ============================= ⁠#Microplastics⁠ ⁠#PlasticFreeLiving⁠ ⁠#SustainableLiving⁠ ⁠#LiveSustainably⁠ ⁠#EcoHealth⁠ ⁠#GreenHome⁠ ⁠#PlasticPollution⁠ ⁠#Anastasia⁠ ⚠️ Disclaimer: I do not accept any liability for any loss or damage incurred from you acting or not acting as a result of watching any of my publications. You acknowledge that you use the information I provide at your own risk. Do your research. Copyright Notice: This Podcast and my Channel contain dialogue, music, and images that are the property of Live Sustainably with Anastasia. You are authorized to share the episode link and channel and embed this podcast in your website or others as long as my credentials and a link back to my podcast channel are provided. © Live Sustainably with Anastasia

    Microplastics Are Everywhere — Here’s How to Fight Back!

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Sustainable Living, in my view, should be based on the Rules of Nature - the biggest wonder, which has managed to sustain, rebalance and regenerate itself for billions of years. Nature thrives on diversity and each species and plant plays to its own strength, creating and sharing its own unique resources for other species and plants to be able to thrive. So, there are no incapable humans (or specific boxes that need to be ticked), instead: there are unique strengths and good intentions which need to be unveiled within each person. And that’s the magic recipe and beauty of Sustainable Living.