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Thursday 5/22: Sponsored by Father's Day Gift Guide - Be an eco-conscious parent, sunset of the day, and living greener makes you happier

May 22, 2025

Thursday

“All our wisdom is stored in the trees.”

Santosh Kalwar

In today’s issue, we’ll take a look at:

Did You Know

____ can help reduce indoor air pollution.

Scroll to the bottom for the answer.

What Kids Learn From Eco-Conscious Parents

Kids notice more than we think. Whether it’s watching a mom sort the recycling or a dad fix something instead of tossing it, those moments shape how they think about the world and what it means to care for it.

Even small habits, like switching off lights, packing a reusable bottle, or saving veggie scraps for the compost, can spark bigger conversations. When kids see parents doing these things consistently, sustainability becomes second nature and not just a school topic.

Moms and dads both play a role in building those early green habits, but with Father’s Day coming up, it’s a good time to spotlight the dads who are quietly leading by example. The ones who model mindful habits, explore the outdoors with their kids, or just make eco-friendly choices feel doable. 

Their actions help raise not only more curious kids, but more caring ones, too. Did your parents pass down any eco-friendly habits? Tell us your favorites!

Thoughtful Father's Day Gifts Built to Last

Dads can be hard to shop for—especially the ones who already have the essentials. That’s why our Father’s Day Gift Guide focuses on high-quality, long-lasting gifts that are as thoughtful as they are practical:

These gifts are upgrades he’ll reach for again and again (with a few eco-friendly options we love, too).

Sunset of the Day in Laguna Beach

This sunset came to us from The Canopy reader Krisha, who captured this glowing sky over Laguna Beach, California. Describing it as a “sky on fire,” she also shared a lovely thought: “all daylight is magical.”

The bold crimson stretch of the horizon certainly proves her right. This is the kind of view that makes you pause, breathe, and look a little longer.

Thank you for sharing this moment with us, Krisha. Have a sunset that stopped you in your tracks? We’d love to see it—send it our way!

Living Greener Can Actually Make You Happier

If you’ve ever felt good after biking to work or skipping plastic at the grocery store, it turns out there’s actually a scientific reason why. A new global study found that eco-friendly habits are linked to higher personal happiness across different countries, income levels, and lifestyles.

Researchers surveyed nearly 7,000 people in places like India, Denmark, and South Africa. Whether it was reducing food waste, joining a clean-up effort, or choosing greener products, those small actions seemed to spark a sense of well-being.

It makes sense: doing something kind for the planet can feel grounding, especially when it lines up with your values. And in more community-focused cultures, shared efforts like planting trees together had an even stronger impact.

So if you’ve been looking for another reason to go green, here it is. Living more sustainably might just make everyday life feel a little more meaningful, too.

Quick Picks:

From backyard surprises to futuristic cities, check out this week’s top eco-friendly finds:

Reflections:

🌎 Did You Know: Houseplants can help reduce indoor air pollution. Plants like peace lilies and spider plants can absorb VOCs from paint, cleaners, and plastics.

🌅 Sunset Of The Day: The sun can provide the most beautiful photography. That's why we're eager to see your favorite sunrise or sunset photos. Reply to this email with your best sun-based pictures for a chance to be featured!