Confessions of a Mermaid

Welcome to Confessions of a Mermaid—where we get curious about how to live healthier, more conscious lives on a planet that desperately needs us to do things differently. I’m Kathryn Nelson, environmental activist, author and the woman behind @plasticfreemermaid. After more than 15 years working in the environmental movement—and over a decade living plastic-free—I’ve learned that the truth is rarely as simple as a headline, a wellness trend or a viral reel. So, I’m going deeper. Here you’ll find honest, hopeful conversations about plastics and human health, low-tox living, food and wellness, conscious parenting, regenerative agriculture, clean energy and the choices that genuinely make a difference. I speak with scientists, farmers, founders, innovators and quiet revolutionaries who aren’t just talking about what’s wrong—they’re actively building a better way forward. We’ll question the trends, bust a few myths, make the science easier to understand and explore practical ways to care for our bodies, our families and this beautiful planet. And, of course, we’ll make a few confessions along the way. Less doom. More truth. More solutions. More of the beautiful world we know is possible. Come on in—the water’s fine. 🧜‍♀️