The Alchemy of the Void - A Journal of the Unformed

By Anelly Aya Anelly Aya
March 26. It’s early, or maybe it’s far too late for the sleep that never quite came to shelter me under its wing, and the air in the room feels heavy, saturated with that peculiar scent of cold linden tea and a thin layer of dust settling on the edges of unspoken words. Eh, how strange it is, this state of the shattered mirror , the one where until yesterday you saw not just your own face, but the entire world—ordered, logical, seemingly eternal—and now... now there are only shards. You know how it is; sometimes it feels like if you just don’t move, if you hold your breath long enough, time might take pity and rewind the tape to the moment before everything fell into its constituent parts? But it doesn’t. It just leaves you there, in the middle of the room, with an empty chair facing you and that deafening silence , which isn't just an absence of sound, but the presence of something heavy, almost palpable, pressing you into the floor. A breakup isn’t just an event; it is an alche...
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Saving and Reusing Resources in Urban Settings: Ideas and Tips for Sustainable City Living

By Anelly Aya Anelly Aya

Living in a city often comes with challenges related to limited resources and high consumption. However, urban environments also offer opportunities for a sustainable lifestyle through practices of saving and reusing. In this article, we’ll share various ideas to help you reduce costs, protect the environment, and create a greener urban home.

Water – a key resource to save and reuse

  • Collecting soapy water
    Instead of letting soapy water from washing or showering go down the drain, you can collect it and use it to flush toilets or water plants, as long as it doesn’t contain harsh chemicals.

  • Bathing with solar-heated water
    Heat water in bottles or containers placed on a balcony or terrace using sunlight, and use it for bathing or washing. This is a simple, eco-friendly way to reduce electricity use.

  • Collecting rainwater
    Set up containers or tanks to collect rainwater, which can be used for watering plants or cleaning.

  • Reusing water from washing machines and kitchen
    Water from the washing machine or rinsing vegetables can be collected and used for other household needs.

Energy and heat – smart and nature-friendly solutions

  • Using leftover heat
    After cooking or using appliances, retain the heat to warm rooms or dry foods.

  • Bathing with solar water and solar boilers
    Heating water with sunlight is energy-efficient and can lower electricity bills.

  • Optimizing lighting
    Switch to LED bulbs, install motion sensors, and maximize natural daylight.

  • Saving heat and cooling
    Use insulated curtains and blinds, as well as natural methods to cool your home.

Waste and reuse – reduce and recycle

  • Composting organic waste
    Even in an apartment, you can compost biodegradable waste with small compost bins.

  • Reusing packaging and old clothes
    Use jars and boxes for storage; turn worn clothes into rags or useful items.

  • Homemade cleaning products
    Replace chemical cleaners with baking soda, vinegar, and lemon for eco-friendly cleaning.

Food – smart storage and usage

  • Plan your shopping and storage to avoid food waste.

  • Use leftovers to prepare new meals or broths.

Transport and mobility

  • Choose public transport, biking, or shared vehicles to reduce costs and your carbon footprint.

Technology and smart solutions

  • Install smart devices to control lighting, heating, and water, helping to save resources and increase convenience.

Why start now?

These ideas show that even in urban settings, where space and resources are limited, we can live more sustainably and with less waste. Every small action — collecting soapy water, using leftover heat, or composting organic waste — contributes to a greener, more economical lifestyle.

If you want to live more eco-friendly and cost-efficiently in the city, try some of these ideas and see how they can improve your daily life. Share in the comments which practices you already use or would like to try!

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