72: Learning to THRIVE - Sustainability Redefined, with Stephanie Lentz

<p class="p1">“Rest is not a luxury, it is essential… Our mission is to teach people how they can improve the quality of their lives while they're learning to walk more gently on the planet. So this shouldn't be some extreme sacrifice. This should feel good. It should feel expansive. You should feel this kind of freedom. “<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>- Stephanie Lentz</p> <p class="p1">Stephanie Lentz, founder & CEO of zero-waste grocery store Scoop Marketplace, joins us today to share the realities of starting and growing a sustainable business. Sustainability, as Stephanie defines it, is more than protecting and preserving the planet - it’s just as much about taking care of yourself. <span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></p> <p class="p2"> </p> <p class="p1">Topics covered:<span class= "Apple-converted-space"> </span></p> <ul class="ul1"> <li class="li1">How grocery shopping and our consumption of food has an impact</li> <li class="li1">Microplastics and their impact on the environment</li> <li class="li1">Zero Waste Living: What is a “zero-waste” grocery store?</li> <li class="li1">Finding enjoyment in sustainable practices</li> <li class="li1">Learning to thrive: “Rest is not a luxury, it is essential!”</li> <li class="li1">Discovering entrepreneurship as a career path<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></li> <li class="li1">How to be a good leader</li> <li class="li1">Emphasizing education, evolution, and growth: Investing in personal & professional development</li> <li class="li1">Work-life harmony > Work-life balance</li> </ul> <p class="p2"> </p> <p class="p1">Stephanie’s bio (via Scoop Marketplace website):<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></p> <p class="p1">Stephanie grew up in the Seattle area and enjoys exploring the natural beauty of the Pacific Northwest. She has always chosen to follow her passion, and for many years that meant working with kids, teaching baking/cooking classes, catering for friends' parties, becoming a certified dance fitness instructor, and