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October 28, 2022 5 min read
Say an environmentally friendly thank you to someone who made your day. We've got the answer if you want to spread a little joy right now! We’ve put together a great list of the top eco-friendly alternatives to say thank you. If you wish to show appreciation for someone for a gift, coming to an event, or just to say a few kind words about what they mean to you, a thank you is a powerful thing.
Being grateful can have a tremendous, positive impact on your mental health and well-being.Evidence suggests that gratitude can boost energy, improve sleep and reduce depression.Plus, appreciation can increase optimism and social connection, two of the most significant predictors of long-term happiness. So, why not start your gratitude journey today by saying an environmentally friendly thank you to the person you are most grateful for?
Sending a thank you card is, of course, the simplest way to express your gratitude to someone or about something. But, you don’t want to put a damper on your love if your recipient is an eco-warrior. Unfortunately, many traditional thank you cards are not the best for the environment, so it’s a good idea to chooseenvironmentally friendly thank you cards that will make them and the earth joyful.
If you want to ensure your thank you card gets the eco stamp of approval, here are some material and buying options to look out for.
We think a simple thank you card is best. Use your words to express your gratitude. It’s definitely the Panda Joy way!
If it’s an environmentally friendly thank you gift you’d like to give, we’ve got some neat ideas.
Sustainable gift-giving should be thought about from a few perspectives;
With these in mind, these are some of our favourite, panda-approved gift ideas to say thank you.
Nothing says thank you like a bouquet. You may think it’s the greenest gift out there, but here are a few options that are better than your usual petrol station posies. Choose flowers that are grown in the UK and are in season now; this reduces transport emissions and growing energy. If you can, Organic flowers ensure no harmful pesticides or fertilisers are used. Furthermore, some bouquet companies also have plastic-free ranges, so anything that comes with the gift can be recycled or composted!
Of course, we all know that flowers die eventually. But, with the proper care, a plant can last a lifetime (or at least longer than a few weeks, even for famed plant killers!). So giving a plant is a beautiful, environmentally friendly thank you gift. If it’s for their garden, opt for a native plant that will feed the bees and bugs. For houseplants, look for those raised in local nurseries. Furthermore, we’ll give you bonus points if you grow it yourself.
There is a lot of stuff in the world! Sometimes the most environmentally friendly gift is not a product but a project. Experience days or event tickets can be a fantastic alternative for someone with everything. Choosing an event that is close to their home means they can travel by public transport or even walk. While there is always an environmental impact to events, it can be less than buying a physical item, especially if the recipient doesn’t really want or need it.
Lastly, If you want to make your environmentally friendly thank you gift absolutely all about the planet, then a charity or non-profit gift is perfect. Some wonderful ideas include;
In addition, these gifts are packaging-free.
To say thank you without spending a penny, why not return the love with action? Thank yous don’t always have to be grand gestures or lavish gifts. Offering to help out can also be as appreciated. A few things that are zero cost or close to zero include offering to;
These little acts of kindness to say thank you will be appreciated. Plus, they are a way to say thank you with minimal impact on the planet.