How Green Is Your Bleed?
Menstruation SoulCollage Card
I am feeling lethargic today. I have a pile of orders to send out and there are loads of things I could be doing, but so far I am only coping with drinking tea and reading blogs. It's the natural slump after menstruation where I feel like an elastic band pulled taut - I'm doing nothing but I can feel the potential energy burst lurking. Maybe I will ping tomorrow...
I never really speak about my business on this blog - mostly because I think of this space as a place away from work. Being self-employed can mean that some days I feel like everything I do is related to my business. But today I will mention my sister's business because she's onto something worthwhile - and it ties in with my thoughts about menstruation and striving to leave a smaller footprint in our world.
I've been using a mooncup for a couple of years and I recommend it for anyone who wants to bleed without creating excess waste and exposing themselves to a cocktail of chemicals.
Since I've been using one I have found I suffer less cramping, and menstruation is a far more pleasant experience. As well as the cup, there's a re-usable pad that is just the bees knees - soft and comfortable and doesn't end up in the landfill poisoning the planet, or sloshing around coastal areas breeding Hepatitis A and Polio.
I have also been experimenting with using White Willow Bark extract instead of conventional pain-killers and for the most part I feel it is a much better option.
SoulCollage® is the process, developed by Seena B. Frost, of creating a deck of collaged cards from found images—cards that are arranged in suits for the primary purpose of self-exploration and self-acceptance. SoulCollage® cards are made from original purchased art (e.g., art published in magazines, calendars, books, cards, etc.) and personal materials (e.g., photos). SoulCollage cards are not to be sold, traded, or bartered and are to be reproduced only for the personal use of the maker of the card.
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Tags: conservation, feminine hygiene, menstruation, soulcollage cards, waste aware, women
Posted on December 29, 2006 in Environment, Health, SoulCollage, Sustainable Living.
I always regretted that all this cool earth/moon/goddess stuff into my environment long after I had any need for it. These sound like great ideas for the planet and we women. Oh and do talk more about your business – I want to know – being self employed myself and all and knowing how that goes some days/weeks/months (have I mentioned I’m on vacation?)