Guides for Eco, Vegan & Holistic Living
Sometimes tiny things cause big problems. Deadly viruses are one example. Miniscule synthetic particles that don’t decompose, kill marine life, and make people sick is another….
Dragonfly Meaning When the dragonfly spirit calls to you, you are being blessed with the wisdom of the ages. One of the first winged insects, dragonflies…
Remember the good ol’ days when families and friends used to gather around the coffee table for a rousing game of Trivial Pursuit or Monopoly instead…
Vegan gifts are for everyone, and they need not be complicated. After all, vegans are just like ordinary folks who appreciate a token of affection from…
Men’s boots have made huge strides in the past few years. Today, there are more cool men’s boots available than ever before that are stylish, durable,…
I set out to find the best organic body lotion and hand creams that I could find that are also 100% vegan and made with natural…
The future is here. It used to be hard to find vegan hiking boots and hiking shoes. Just a few select brands made them. But the…
Alcohol permeates our culture. The “social lubricant” as it’s called, is a method used by many of us to change our state of mind, whether it’s…
In Hamilton, New Zealand, a seven-year old boy told his mom, Jax Goss, of a new holiday for wolves and dogs called Wolfenoot. Not having heard…
If you’re looking for a great vegan backpack, there’s never been better selection of options. I found a number of brands that make faux leather backpacks…
Finnish designers Aleksi Hautamäki and Milla Selkimaki wanted to experience living as close to nature as possible. Aleksi, a spatial planning designer, wondered if they could…
Whether you need a great pair of men’s vegan shoes for work or other dress up occasions, or for relaxed and casual comfort, you’ll find them…
The vegan booties and ankle boots are here, Ladies! I looked at hundreds of ankle boots for this post – a fun and exhausting task! I’ve…
Vegan lace up boots are super cute, and I especially love the styles that with a vintage look. Plus, laces help you get the best fits…
With cold and rainy weather upon us, it’s the season for women’s vegan winter boots! I was happy to find a wide variety of vegan snow…
Ladies, the vegan tall boots are in the house! ‘Tis the season for a great pair of mid-calf, knee-high, or higher boots – and there are…
If you love the functionality and look of a rugged pair of boots but you have a gentle heart, you can’t go wrong with the new…
Vegan uggs and vegan moccasins used to be a little hard to find, but as the vegan movement continues to build momentum, so too does the…
Ladies, if you haven’t noticed yet, we’re living in the Golden Age of Vegan Sandals because I’ve never seen such an amazing selection of women’s sandals…
What’s better than a great looking pair of sunglasses? Two words: recycled sunglasses. I was super excited to find so many socially conscious companies making stylish…
Can you be vegan and still wear cowboy boots? Heck yeah, you can! When doing my research, I was happy to find a variety of vegan…
Here are some cool beanies for men in an assortment of materials, some of which are recycled and eco-friendly, and all are vegan. I found a…
I was psyched to find a wide variety of cool iPad cases that are made with recycled, eco-friendly, and vegan materials. What makes an iPad or…
Bear Meaning Protectiveness Strength Courage Ferocity Calm Nobility Patience Playfulness Curiosity Cuddliness Bear meaning and symbolism have entranced people all over the world throughout human history….
The variety of eco-friendly laptop cases and sleeves you’ll see in this post will make it hard to choose. It’s fun, and very reassuring, to see…
There are a number of great shoe brands that offer some styles that are vegan, but too many include other shoes in their lineups that are…
Recycled shoes used to be hard to find, but now, both new and established brands are coming out with more styles made from recycled materials. P.E.T….
There’s never been a better selection of cool phone cases to protect your most-used piece of technology. What makes a phone case especially cool? Not only…
Of the different shoes I present on UniGuide, flip flops are a shoe-in for the highest echelons of vegan and eco-friendly shoes. Today, you can find…
Butterfly meaning and symbolism have intrigued people for eons, as ancient folklore and artifacts with butterflies attests. Among the Earth’s most exquisite beings, butterflies have inhabited…
Dragonfly Meaning When the dragonfly spirit calls to you, you are being blessed with the wisdom of the ages. One of the first winged insects, dragonflies…
Wolf Symbolism Wolves exist of their own accord. They are far more than their meaning to us as humans. Yet wolf symbolism is worth exploring because…
Owl Symbolism Owls exist for their own purpose. They are not here for us. However, owl symbolism is worth exploring because owls are part of the…
Stories of personal health transformations fascinate me because we live in a society that’s full of unhealthy, addictive temptations. Let’s face it – our whole economy…
Seahorse Meaning Charm Mysticism Vulnerability Loyalty Devotion Security Beauty Balance Reciprocity Intuition When the seahorse is your spirit guide, you have been blessed with a truly…
Manatee Symbolism Gentleness Trust Non-Violence Calm Vulnerability Emotions Stillness Meditation Awareness Psychic Abilities When the gentle manatee is your spirit guide, they remind you to go…
Discovering Your Spirit Animal If you’ve ever asked yourself the question – “What is my spirit animal?” – you are not alone. In our modern world,…
Gorilla Meaning Strength Calmness Intelligence Dignity Sovereignty Gentleness Family Communication Restraint The mighty gorilla is an omnipotent spirit guide. The gorilla is the embodiment of strength…
Fox Symbolism Intelligence Cunning Playfulness Sexiness Good Luck Protection Sweetness Beauty Agility When the clever fox is your spirit guide, you have an instinctive and sly…
Flamingo Meaning Beauty Balance Brilliance Splendor Elegance Parties Celebration Pizzazz When the lovely flamingo spirit calls to you, they are reminding you to enjoy the beauty…
Elephant Symbolism Intelligence Consciousness Wisdom Memories Unity Family Friendship Loyalty Devotion Protection When the Elephant is your spirit guide, you have been blessed with the wisdom…
Otter Symbolism Playfulness Mischief Laughter Good Luck Honesty Loyalty Craftsmanship Adaptability Transformation Psychic Abilities When the otter is your spirit guide, you have an adorable friend…
Eagle Symbolism Freedom Independence The Divine Salvation Hope Foresight Honor Truth Magnificence Loyalty The eagle is a powerful spirit guide to help you on your soul’s…
Dolphin Symbolism Help Messengers Guides Good Luck Intelligence Playfulness Joy Travel Transformation Teamwork When the dolphin is your spirit animal, you are very lucky indeed. Throughout…
Raccoon Symbolism Cleverness Adaptability Dexterity Skill Creativity Disguise Stealth Survival Adventure Family With the raccoon spirit on your side, you have been blessed with special abilities…
Shark Symbolism Efficiency Shrewdness Aggression Fearlessness Adventure Focus Authority Opportunity A truly ancient being, the shark of today is very much like their shark ancestors of…
Tiger Symbolism Strength Willpower Courage Nobility Independence Cunning Affection Confidence Ferocity When the tiger is your spirit guide, you are blessed with an omnipotent energy source…
Rabbit Symbolism Sensitivity Acuity Fertility Rebirth Good Luck Speed Escape Parties The Moon When the rabbit is your spirit guide, be sure to ask the Universe…
Turtle Symbolism Longevity Caution Protection Shelter Retreat Ancient Wisdom Transformation The World Having lived on Earth for tens of millions of years, turtles carry with them…
Deer Symbolism Instincts Intuition Grace Speed Agility Gentleness Devotion Purity Harmony The sensitive and gentle deer is a powerful spirit animal who has been revered by…
Giraffe Symbolism Insight Foresight Aspiration Spirituality Opportunity Help Tranquility Nonconformity The giraffe spirit guide is special. Those who feels synergies with the giraffe are unique…
Frog Symbolism Good Luck Healing Transformation Transition Prosperity Potential Purity When the frog is your spirit guide, you have been blessed with good luck and exceptional…
Crow Symbolism Intelligence Mystery Transformation Adaptability Magic Prophecy Third Eye Psychic Abilities Highly intelligent, the crow is an exceptionally helpful spirit guide. While many of us…
Hummingbird Meaning Joy Healing Beauty Sweetness Good Luck Variety Angels Spirits Messages The hummingbird: a tiny being who possesses enormous positive energy. When the hummingbird is…
Stag Meaning Stamina Strength Grace Speed Instincts Regeneration Dedication Pride Independence Nobility Leadership When the stag spirit animal makes himself known to you, it is always…
Horse Symbolism Energy Endurance Freedom Independence Travel Dignity Spirit Beauty Determination Majesty When the horse is your spirit animal, you have been blessed with a beautiful…
Bee Symbolism Focus Dedication Hard Work Teamwork Fertility Growth Sunshine Life Small in stature, the bee spirit carries an enormous responsibility on their tiny shoulders, which…
Coyote Meaning Cleverness Adaptability Agility Trickery Fierceness Instincts Playfulness Affection The coyote spirit animal can be one your greatest teachers and guides as you evolve on…
Have you ever wondered, “Are condoms vegan?” Well, the answer is – it depends. The main ingredient that makes some condoms not vegan is casein, which…
Sometimes tiny things cause big problems. Deadly viruses are one example. Miniscule synthetic particles that don’t decompose, kill marine life, and make people sick is another….
Whether you’re meeting friends for a game of disc golf, walking the dog, or speeding down a hill on your new board, a sweet pair of…
Drinking from a glass water bottle is an easy way to get three important benefits. First, glass is far healthier for you than drinking from plastic….
It’s high time that we ban disposable plastic water bottles except in the case of emergencies. They’re a scourge on our planet and they’re not good…
Drinking from non-toxic, BPA-free water bottles is healthier for you, your family, and friends. Stainless steel water bottles solve a lot of problems. For one, they’re…
What is cork? A number of times, I’ve been asked the question, “What is cork made of?” Most recently, my dental hygienist and I started talking…
Tuna salad is a favorite food for a lot of people, and as it’s packed with protein and omega 3 oils, many think of it as…
The answer is: no. And it’s not good for other people or other species either. Humans have been eating tuna for a long time. According to…
“The politicians and the industrial complex of financial institutions and big billionaires who profit from the destruction of the planet see no urgency in making an…
Wooden sunglasses and bamboo sunglasses make a fashion forward statement in today’s world, and the selection of frame styles and lenses has never been more diverse….
Dr. Martens, maker of the ultimate badass punk combat boots, has experience a 70 percent surge in profits this year partly thanks to its vegan line…
Just as experts at the UN have warned the world that one million species are on the brink of extinction, toxic Trump and his enablers are…
During the past 15 years, the number of people who have been killed for defending the natural environment has doubled, according to a new report from…
When Indigenous people are in charge of the land, things don’t die. A new study published in the journal Environmental Science & Policy found that lands…
According to a new study published in PLOS One, bees, butterflies, and other insect populations are dying in shocking numbers because the United States has increased…
You may have heard that Google cofounders Larry Page and Sergey Brin hosted their seventh annual “Google Camp” conference last week – a private affair that…
Why settle for a boring leather briefcase or messenger bag when you can have one that’s unique, colorful, eco-friendly, and cruelty-free? Here are the best laptop…
When UniGuide ran its Summer Sweepstakes Giveaway this month, I included a one-question survey that participants had the option to answer as an additional entry for…
Climate activist Greta Thunberg has teamed up withe the band The 1975 on a spoken word track. Art shapes culture and culture shapes our thoughts. We…
Hi All! UniGuide has just launched the Summer 2019 Eco Sweepstakes Giveaway! The sweepstakes runs from Wednesday, July 17, 2019, 10:00 am PT to Wednesday, July…
The documentary film Sea of Shadows – about the peril that the near-extinct vaquita porpoise is in – has just opened in theaters. The vaquita is…
When I started doing my research on eco-friendly tote bags, the plan was to write just one blog post about totes. But there turned out to…
According to new research published in the journal Science, restoring forest land on a global scale could dramatically reduce the amount of carbon in the atmosphere…
Leonardo DiCaprio has teamed up with billionaire philanthropists Laurene Powell Jobs and Brian Sheth to create a new environmental organization that will focus on stopping biodiversity…
Whether you have a 20-acre farm, a small suburban backyard, or a city balcony, you can help native wildlife in your community by giving them back…
Wildlife ecologists from the University of Massachusetts Amherst made a surprising discovery while studying conservation practices in the rugged Talamanca Mountains of Costa Rica, reports Alexander…
Vegan 4th of July Dips 1. Raw 10-Minute Salsa by the Vegan 8 As someone who is a challenged chef, I really appreciate Brandi Doming’s vegan…
One of our fellow Earthlings who’s been hit particularly hard by our use of pesticides and loss of his natural habitat is the rusty patched bumblebee,…
A Berlin-based company has created a 100 percent biodegradable coffee cup that’s made with – what else? – recycled coffee grounds. The idea for Kaffeeform came…
Forty years ago, people didn’t think about plastic pollution in the ocean. Fast forward to today, and it’s everywhere – in the bodies of dead whales…
In the summer of 2004, wildlife biologist Rich Mason received a phone call from a distraught friend because dozens of frogs were dying in the family’s…
A trailblazer in how to run an ecologically conscious company, Patagonia has just committed to even stronger environmental-protection initiatives. The company has vowed to be carbon…
David Gilmour of Pink Floyd has just auctioned off his extensive guitar collection, comprised of 126 instruments, for $21,490,750, reports CNN. This is the most comprehensive…
As the global population surges and the Earth gets even more crowded with human beings, it can be hard to be us. And, it’s even harder…
adidas, the world’s largest sportwear brand, has vowed to phase out all virgin plastic used in their shoes and sportswear in the next six years, reports…
Vegan footwear company Native Shoes has created a groundbreaking 100% biodegradable and sustainable plantbased shoe. This shoe is compostable!Here’s what it’s made of: Pineapple Fibers Pineapple…
Whether it’s for work, out of town adventures, or just running errands around town, a vegan tote bag is a must-have necessity for all of us…
Did you know that the first pair of clogs ever worn were plant-based and vegan? In all likelihood, they were carved out of wood, so there…
If our faithful four-legged friends could talk, they’d probably say, “Make sure our collars are cruelty-free and gentle on the planet!” For so many of us,…
My niece Ellie, an avid climber and budding yogini, texted me from Boulder a couple of weeks ago and asked, “Aunt Kristen, why haven’t you written…
I wrote this post few years ago. I wasn’t sure if I should share it with the world, but decided that some folks out there may…
Have you checked out all the options for cool vintage sneakers lately? There’s never been a better selection of used athletic shoes, and from an environmental…
Today was a big day for me. In addition to being so grateful to still have my wonderful mom in my life, I ran the Coyote…
Our love affair with denim will probably never end, and lately, I’ve become a little obsessed with vintage denim again. While there are some intriguing eco-friendly…
When you lay down to rest your weary head and body, do you do so in a way that’s gentle on the Earth and your skin?…
In the first year that I started UniGuide, there was always a pull for me to go back to a more “stable” existence of a full-time…
I’ve wanted to write a post about vegan belts for a while, and I finally got around to doing it. It’s fun to see this accessory,…
I’m really excited about this news today from Etsy. They just announced that they will offset 100% of the carbon emissions from shipping when their vendors…
Hemp clothing has everything going for it! This magical sustainable material is easy to grow organically – it doesn’t need pesticides, fungicides, or herbicides because it’s…
Who knew there was such a variety of hemp hats? I certainly didn’t until I was doing my research for this post. But it makes sense,…
Whether it’s still cold where you live or the sun is starting to warm your skin, these cute beanie hats are the perfect accessory to top…
Since the crowdfunding platform Kickstarter launched in April 28, 2009, independent backers have pledged a whopping $4.1 billion to tens of thousands of new projects, from…
Whether you need a little motivation to save up for your next vacation or to get swimsuit-ready – or, heck, even if you need to be…
Today is Edward Abbey’s birthday. For those of you who haven’t read any of his books, he is probably most known for The Monkey Wrench Gang,…
Is there hope for those of use who dwell in the concrete jungle or simply crave a little more green? Yes! One answer is to plant…
These beautiful hummingbird pictures will hopefully inspire you to do what you can to help protect these sublime little birds. Weighing in at just 4 grams…
One person’s trash may be another’s treasure, but these brands making awesome recycled wallets are helping to get more of us over to the “treasure” side…
Vegan wallet brands are hitting their stride, with innovative designers now offering a variety of styles in fun, cruelty-free materials like faux leather, cork, and even…
This year is shaping up to be a fabulous one for eco-friendly fashion. Social media continues to shed light on the wasteful and polluting aspects of…
This year is going to be an exciting year for anyone who wears clothes and cares about animals. (Hopefully, that’s most of you!) Los Angeles will…
Chances are, unless you’re an entomologist or an exterminator, you don’t spend much of your day thinking about bugs. But if you spend a few minutes…
Climate change is no longer something we need to worry about for the future. It’s already here and it’s already costing us money, not to mention…
I’ve been planning to write a post about vegan handbags and purses for a while now because it’s such a fun topic. And truthfully, I got…