Go Gently: Actionable Steps to Nurture Yourself and the Planet

Making one’s home “gentler on the planet” is a breeze thanks to this thoughtful guide from climate activist and actor Wright. As she writes, “We can’t do everything, and we certainly can’t do everything at once,” and, as such, the tips that follow focus on small but sustainable changes. In the kitchen, Wright advises on storage strategies to cut back on food waste (choosing reusable silicone bags over plastic ones is a good idea) and explains composting; in the bedroom, shopping secondhand is the focus; and in the bathroom, soap bars rather than liquid soap and bamboo toothbrushes are nice fixes. Readers will learn to make some household recipes (including essential oil–infused insect repellent balls and homemade toothpaste), as well as some for plant-based milks and veggie burgers that are “designed with our bodies and the planet in mind.” Throughout, Wright sprinkles in interviews with other climate advocates: Greenpeace USA’s executive director Annie Leonard suggests “we can make a difference and have fun doing it,” and urban farmer Manju Kumar urges readers to get gardening. Beautiful color photos and whimsical drawings are a fun, lighthearted bonus. This one-stop shop for getting greener will leave readers feeling ready to address the climate crisis at home. (Apr.)