Don't stress yourself out trying to figure out ways to live a greener life. It can be a lot easier than you think.

Here are a few "easy being green" tips from me to you:

Buy pre-loved. Make your local thrift store your go-to source for dishes and bakeware, flower vases, books and whatever else you have a hankering for. When you buy something pre-loved (ok, used), you're not only saving an item from ending up in a landfill, but you're also reducing the impact of brand new goods.

Minimize idle time. When you're waiting to pick up the kids at school, turn off your car to save gas and reduce emissions. Another way? Skip the drive-thru. Park and place your order inside instead of running your car while waiting in line.

Put on a sweater. Turn down your thermostat a degree or two, and you'll not only save fuel but you'll also notice some other savings on your next utility bill! (Plus, sweaters are sexy, man.)

Shorten your showers. Or take fewer of them. Every minute in the shower uses four to six gallons of water and oh boy, does that add up fast! Think about this the next time you're doing your scrub-a-dub routine and, better yet, consider in-between alternatives like sponge baths and dry shampoo. 

Even a small change can make a big difference to the environment. No matter how busy you are, I'm betting you can add at least one of these ideas to your daily routine. After all, the earth is worth it!