About: Lynn Hasselberger
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5 Reasons I Need to Get the F**k Outta Here.by Lynn Hasselberger on Oct 4, 2011 photo by Pinhole Nico 1) I haven’t traveled further than 50 miles from our home in the Chicago suburbs since my business trip to California in February 2009. That was cut short because my husband landed in the hospital with a serious infection. After fracturing his leg. Two months after getting laid off. 2) 2 [...] 1,553 views |
Vert Couture in Chicago. Hot Stuff. Be There.by Lynn Hasselberger on Sep 29, 2011 (October 3rd update: This just in… purchase your tix by October 13 and be entered in the myEARTH360/VertCouture drawing for cool eco chic accessories! Click here for deets.) Photo by Ray Pfeiffer, Komifoto Although I’m not exactly what you’d call a fashionista… I plan to attend Vert Couture Spring 2012 on Thursday, October 20, 2011. [...] 654 views |
The Dress Made From …Cow Nipples.by Lynn Hasselberger on Sep 26, 2011 Controversy at London Fashion Week. Londoners can hardly be called prudes, but a dress made from 3,000 protruding cow nipples—not yak, as People.co.uk erroneously reported—had Fashion Week attendees clutching at their pearls. Designed by Liverpool-born designer Rachel Freire, whose clientele includes celebrities like Christina Aguilera and Courtney Love, the floor-length gown has raised the ire [...] 2,244 views |
Growing Is Forever {Video}by Lynn Hasselberger on Sep 19, 2011 Wow. Beautiful video by Jesse Rosten. I have a deep affection for the Redwood forests of Northern California. This is my best attempt to capture the reverence I feel when in the presence of these giants. ~ Jesse Rosten, filmmaker Growing is Forever was written & read by Kallie Markle. A very long time ago, [...] 2,239 views |
Online social life lessons. Plus: 7 tips to balance.by Lynn Hasselberger on Sep 14, 2011 Brewed in a hot tub. My husband’s colleague and marketing, exec Bill, urged me to hop onto the social media wagon a few years ago—just months after I launched my company. I had heard about facebook, which struck me as blah blah blah nonsense for tweens and teens who can’t keep their hands or eyes [...] 1,811 views |
Truth in Advertising. Gas.by Lynn Hasselberger on Sep 14, 2011 One minute of viscous truth. How’s your corner gas station doing? Thanks to Lisa Cohen for sharing the video! 637 views |
The Urgency of Reality.by Lynn Hasselberger on Sep 10, 2011 “24 Hours of Reality will focus the world’s attention on the full truth, scope, scale and impact of the climate crisis. To remove the doubt. Reveal the deniers. And catalyze urgency around an issue that affects every one of us.” ~ Al Gore Watch it LIVE September 14-15. The Climate Reality Project (formerly the Alliance [...] 1,575 views |
Show Your Love for Mother Earth: Plant a Rainforest Tree! {Free}by Lynn Hasselberger on Sep 6, 2011 In Brazil, 1.5 acres of rainforest are lost every second. To plant a tree, simply sign up to be a member of My Green Face, an online environmental community that engages its members to learn, share, discuss—and take action. There’s no cost to you! My Green Face will plant a tree in your behalf. It’s [...] 2,166 views |
Cartoons from…Prison.by Lynn Hasselberger on Aug 30, 2011 My brother is in prison and this post is from his blog, which is managed by my nephew who’s a college freshman this year. Many of my brother’s blog posts are dark and difficult to read. But I found this particular entry humorous. Haven’t received a letter from him in a while; last I wrote [...] 2,584 views |
Weird stuff I put in my mouth and sometimes swallowed.by Lynn Hasselberger on Aug 30, 2011 We swallow greedily any lie that flatters us, but we sip only little by little at a truth we find bitter. ~Denis Diderot There aren’t too many quotes that have to do with swallowing in the literal sense. But in my search, I found the one above and felt it worth sharing. Anyway, I don’t [...] 3,854 views |
Prepare to have your mind blown by this video.by Lynn Hasselberger on Aug 25, 2011 Dirty f*** comes at a high cost. 3,635 views |
7 things vexing me about humans lately.by Lynn Hasselberger on Aug 24, 2011 Let me start by saying, I am not perfect. Nor am I a dog. I am human. Now that that’s out of the way, I am irked by some things I’ve witnessed in other humans lately and I just need to vent to you, dear reader, about them. Lest I explode. 1. Idling cars. School [...] 3,178 views |
Strange Poses. {Video}by Lynn Hasselberger on Aug 19, 2011 The highly-distorted image of women criticized in this ironic video. 3,936 views |
I couldn’t watch all 43 seconds without crying. {Video}by Lynn Hasselberger on Aug 18, 2011 Pierce Brosnan’s powerful video about the slaughter of endangered whales. Plus, info on how you can help. 1,837 views |
We live in a beautiful world. {Video}by Lynn Hasselberger on Aug 17, 2011 This video shows the beauty of the world. And the great influence we humans can have. 1,862 views |
We Need to Get F**kin’ Movin’ For Our Planet.by Lynn Hasselberger on Aug 12, 2011 If not this planet, which one? A day to put our demands for climate action into motion. WHY: For too long, our leaders have denied and delayed, compromised and caved. That era must come to an end: it’s time to get moving on the climate crisis. WHERE: All over the world. Find an event near [...] 550 views |
This is The End ~ by The Good Humanby Lynn Hasselberger on Aug 11, 2011 Note: I’ve been on staycation for the most part, with the goal of making this a real summer for my soon-to-be 5th grade son. That is why I’m not writing much lately and plugging in as little as possible. Love when I can share something that makes sense to me, like this article by David [...] 461 views |
Video: Millions of songbirds in danger. Oh, & your drinking water.by Lynn Hasselberger on Jul 29, 2011 In Canada’s boreal forest, the Peace-Athabasca Delta is a haven for millions of migratory birds—a vast nesting ground for millions of America’s backyard songbirds. It’s no place for even more tar sands development, which is already poisoning the boreal forest’s rivers and lakes. Tar sands development has been called the “most destructive project on earth” [...] 514 views |
VIDEO: The Truth About the Economy in 2 Minutes and 15 Seconds. And… why doesn’t this make Boehner cry?by Lynn Hasselberger on Jul 28, 2011 When was the last time Boehner cried? I’m so confused. With so much on the line, why haven’t I heard about any Boehnhead—I mean Boehner–crying moments? Does he save it up only to cry at home into his pillow? Today’s NY Times headline makes the guy out to be the furthest thing from a crybaby: [...] 522 views |
Why I open my veins.by Lynn Hasselberger on Jul 21, 2011 There is nothing to writing. All you do is sit down at a typewriter and open a vein. ~Red Smith Writing is something I’ve done since I can remember. My first journal had a shiny gold lock. As if a 6-year old had dark secrets. The lock allowed me to say what was really going [...] 1,345 views |
Why Are We Happy? (VIDEO)by Lynn Hasselberger on Jul 14, 2011 Dan Gilbert, author of Stumbling on Happiness, challenges the idea that we’ll be miserable if we don’t get what we want. Our “psychological immune system” lets us feel truly happy even when things don’t go as planned. Transcript: When you have 21 minutes to speak, two million years seems like a really long time. But [...] 827 views |
How I overcame addiction.by Lynn Hasselberger on Jul 9, 2011 I hate to admit it, but… I was once a paper towel junkie. I blame it on genetics. My mom’s side of the family. A kitchen without paper towels? Impossible! And the paper towel holder? A must-have appliance… for who could live without the ability to unwind just the right number of squares with one [...] 942 views |
Can plastic make us fat?by Lynn Hasselberger on Jul 8, 2011 photo: flickr.com | u-o-0024 ~ from Environmental Health News The rates of obesity and overweight in adults and especially in children are on the rise, though some recent studies indicate that the rates may be at least leveling off among adults. According to the Centers for Disease Control, 34 percent of adults are obese and [...] 1,663 views |
KEEP OFF MY LAWN, chemicals!by Lynn Hasselberger on Jun 29, 2011 This is one time I say no to green, darn it. Green, as in, the color. I mean, what’s wrong with the occasional splash of purple (my favorite color) or yellow? As in this patch of my non-conformist front lawn: And, if one has to treat their lawn with chemicals in order to maintain an [...] 648 views |
Raped by a rapist. No sex involved. ~ by Alyssa Royseby Lynn Hasselberger on Jun 22, 2011 Thanks, Alyssa, for empowering women everywhere. Cheers to you! ~ Lynn H. photo: John Fisher ~ When I saw an article about the first SlutWalk, in Toronto, it spoke to me on a deep level. As a lifelong feminist who constantly rebuffed the term because of the anger and separatism I felt it implied, I [...] 11,645 views |
FDA Approves Depressant Drug For The Annoyingly Cheerful (VIDEO)by Lynn Hasselberger on Jun 20, 2011 I can’t believe it took this long! Made by Pfizer, Despondex is the first drug designed to treat the symptoms of excessive perkiness. ~The Onion Special thanks to Lori Randall Stradtman, who shared this video with me. 1,388 views |
Why to hold hands on June 25thby Lynn Hasselberger on Jun 10, 2011 June 25, 2011—12:00 PM your time. People around the world will join hands June 25th on beaches and in cities for the second annual Hands Across the Sand in opposition of expanded offshore drilling and support for clean energy solutions for a sustainable planet. I hope to attend the one nearest me at the Illinois [...] 154 views |
Creating Gardens. One Child at a Time. {VIDEO}by Lynn Hasselberger on Jun 1, 2011 An inspiring project. Leave It Better‘s unique documentary project provides children with gardening supplies and cameras, and allows them to share the story as they learn to compost, plant seeds and ultimately harvest food they’ve grown themselves. You can help make this film a reality—even $1 can make a difference! * Make a tax-deductible pledge–your [...] 316 views |
Ever heard of a bad talisman? I have.by Lynn Hasselberger on May 24, 2011 tal·is·man : something producing magical or miraculous effects? Uhhh…. not in this case. Your Voice Counts. * Sign the AMAZON WATCH petition * Share this on facebook and twitter! * Donate to AMAZON WATCH Read the full story and see more video on my I Count for myEARTH blog 160 views |
A Real Food advocate’s journey.by Lynn Hasselberger on May 19, 2011 4,300 miles by bike. Determined to raise funds for the Nature Conservancy, Nathan Winters spent five months pedaling 4,300 miles across the country. I met Nathan on twitter, of all places—where he’s been touted as one of “The Top 20 Real Food Advocates to Follow”—and was intrigued by what could possibly motivate a man to [...] 438 views |
I’m a Client Scientist (VIDEO)by Lynn Hasselberger on May 19, 2011 A clean coal lobbyist? NO–a climate scientist! Not me, but the folks in this hip music video. Check it out, YO: In the media landscape there are climate change deniers and believers, but rarely are those speaking about climate change actual climate scientists… Lyrics: yo….we’re climate scientists.. and there’s no denying this Climate Change Is [...] 266 views |
As if I needed another reason not to eat meat. Ack!by Lynn Hasselberger on May 17, 2011 Yumyum! Meat Glue! {Video} As if I needed another reason not to eat meat. Special thanks to Nathan Winters—without his tweet today, I would not have had the pleasure (ack!) of watching this video and sharing it with you. 1,397 views |
Are you a Sucker? {Video}by Lynn Hasselberger on May 16, 2011 A bottled water sucker? Whether you drink bottled water or not, this short video from Nautical Tribe is definitely worth watching. Special Offer: Reusable Water Bottle To help inspire drinking from the tap, you’ll get a free SIGG reusable water bottle when you purchase $100 or more from myEARTH360.com. Expires May 31st. (Value: $21.99. Style [...] 672 views |
An affair I’d like to forget.by Lynn Hasselberger on May 9, 2011 I’d try almost anything to obliterate it. Some bitch hussy chick found my husband to be charismatic, wonderful, funny and, apparently, pretty sexy. Qualities I hadn’t bothered to notice in a long time. Probably because he hadn’t been exuding these qualities. Around me. But I digress. He really is a great guy. No more, no [...] 11,784 views |
Meat, myself and I.by Lynn Hasselberger on Apr 30, 2011 A complex relationship. Ruth and Bill. Rhoda. Thanksgiving and Christmas. Chuck. They’re the link to my complex relationship with meat and sometimes poultry. But there were others. Bob and Ruth were the names of my best friend from Kindergarten’s parents. When my own mom and dad decided to move us away from our sweet little [...] 1,652 views |
Finally! A Reality Show That’ll Make a Real Difference.by Lynn Hasselberger on Apr 27, 2011 Normally, I scoff at reality TV. But this is different. This is The Nautical Tribe. The exciting and inspiring new reality TV series–starring Fabien Cousteau and directed by Jim Rizor–features college students competing to make a positive change. Eco-adventure activism on the the high seas! Each anchorage provides new philanthropic and environmental challenges. Fabien Cousteau [...] 552 views |
How my son inspired me to go environmental.by Lynn Hasselberger on Apr 18, 2011 Here’s what happened. I told my son, Ethan, time and time again that we weren’t going to buy those “cool” plastic water bottles. I didn’t care that “all the other kids” got to bring bottled water to school. To baseball practice. Or just drink the stuff at home. I told him why: The waste. The [...] 532 views |
What the F*ck is the U.S. Chamber Up To?by Lynn Hasselberger on Apr 12, 2011 Doing the right thing? Not so much. Well, secrecy if you want to count that. Check out this video from GRITtv: Should we call them the Dirty Chamber of Commerce? They are, after all, standing in the way of curbing climate change (along with big polluters like Chevron). Learn how you can take action. WTF [...] 997 views |
Our Ocean Connectionby Lynn Hasselberger on Apr 6, 2011 Explore our vital connection to oceans April 10-16. Recognizing the importance of protecting the health of our ocean and understanding our dependence upon it regardless of its proximity, the National Environmental Education Week (EE Week) 2011 theme is Ocean Connections. The ocean covers nearly three quarters of our planet’s surface, provides 70 percent of the [...] 151 views |
What are the bees telling us? {Video}by Lynn Hasselberger on Apr 4, 2011 Queen of The Sun: What Are the Bees Telling Us? is an in-depth investigation to discover the causes and solutions behind Colony Collapse Disorder; a phenomenon where honeybees vanish from their hives, never to return. Queen of The Sun follows the voices and visions of underrepresented beekeepers, philosophers, and scientists around the world, all struggling [...] 262 views |
3 Anti-Aging Breakthroughs in Your Own Backyard. {April Fool’s edition}by Lynn Hasselberger on Apr 1, 2011 I still haven’t recovered from turning 46—so you can imagine how excited I was to learn new ways to turn back the clocks that cost little to no money. Russian American scientist Yuri Alghov discovered these unlikely anti-aging components after months of studying organic matter to cure chronic migraines. His wife Rosa, a peri-menopausal opera [...] 1,842 views |
Video: Ode to the Brain.by Lynn Hasselberger on Mar 26, 2011 The beautiful mass of coiled mush in your head. “Ode to the Brain” is the ninth episode in the Symphony of Science music video series. Through the powerful words of scientists Carl Sagan, Robert Winston, Vilayanur Ramachandran, Jill Bolte Taylor, Bill Nye, and Oliver Sacks, it covers different aspects the brain including its evolution, neuron [...] 701 views |
The Cycle of Insanityby Lynn Hasselberger on Mar 22, 2011 Today is World Water Day! Check out this video by Surfrider Foundation about our broken water cycle. World Water Day was founded in 1993 by the United Nations as a global observance that highlights the need for the care and management of the world’s water resources. Millions — mostly women and children — walk an [...] 399 views |
Millions walk 6K every day for water.by Lynn Hasselberger on Mar 16, 2011 And they’re mostly women and children. Billions have no safe place to go to the toilet. Lack of water and sanitation traps people in a vicious circle of disease, lost life chances and poverty. On World Water Day 2011 thousands of people across the globe will walk together for 6 kilometres to demand an end [...] 313 views |
I have glossophobia.by Lynn Hasselberger on Mar 11, 2011 It could be fatal. This is why I’m a writer…I have no problem putting myself out there for people when I don’t have to stand up in front of them. The word glossophobia comes from the Greek glōssa, meaning tongue, and phobos, fear or dread. I’m not alone. In fact, some experts estimate that as [...] 1,785 views |
Better than the alternative.by Lynn Hasselberger on Mar 10, 2011 Comedian Larry Miller talks about getting older. Life would be infinitely happier if we could only be born at the age of eighty and gradually approach eighteen. ~Mark Twain I’m easing into the fact that I’ve surpassed 45 and am approaching 50. (OMG!) Accepting it. Being grateful for it. Breathing through it. Looking past the [...] 167 views |
Don’t Take Anything Personallyby Lynn Hasselberger on Mar 5, 2011 Of course you won’t! Never. Me? Nope. Well, maybe… sometimes. There is a huge amount of freedom that comes to you when you take nothing personally. You will only need to trust yourself to make responsible choices. You are never responsible for the actions of others; you are only responsible for you. When you truly [...] 1,096 views |
Torture survivors seek apology | VIDEOby Lynn Hasselberger on Mar 1, 2011 Jemma Gander has spent the last year and a half filming The Last Battle with four Kenyan claimants who are petitioning the British Government for torture they experienced in colonial Kenya during the ‘Emergency’ 1952-1960. Help Jemma finish this film — even $5 helps! About the filmmaker. Based in London, UK, Jemma has a keen [...] 247 views |
Is what I wear who I am?by Lynn Hasselberger on Feb 25, 2011 We played the game of “Life” the other day. At times, I get distracted during these board games and, even though it’s usually just the three of us playing–my husband, my son Ethan and me–I lose track of who’s turn it is. It’s your turn, Mrs. Wear-A-Sweatshirt-Every-Day. Ethan didn’t say it in a snarky way. [...] 2,031 views |
Plant 10,000 Trees—free.by Lynn Hasselberger on Feb 22, 2011 Well, only one can be planted in your name. But it is free. A few clicks on the keyboard and you’ve got yourself a tropical tree. Just enter your name and email address at Plant10000Trees.com and it will be planted on your behalf in a protected area of the Brazil rainforest that desperately needs new [...] 658 views |
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