Ann Habafy

I will reduce the amount of paper mail that I receive by opting into paperless billing and/or unsubscribing from catalogs.

I will adopt a "Needs Vs. Wants" approach and only buy things I need.

I will de-clutter, clean, and donate or recycle unneeded items in my home.

I will disconnect from my email when not at work.

I will not buy anything except items required for health and safety.

I will limit my social media use to once per day.

I will not work more than 8 hour days each day.

I will eat a heart healthy diet by adding 4 cups of fruits and vegetables each day to achieve at least 4 cups per day.

I will take a walk each day.

I will commit to getting 30 more minute(s) of sleep each night to achieve at least 7 hours per night.

I will keep 2 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream.

I will get my Core Four Biometrics tests (blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar and BMI).

I will make an appointment for my annual physical.

I will exercise daily for 60 minute(s) per day for two weeks.

I will adopt a diet free of refined sugars, which eliminates sweetened beverages, candy, and processed foods.

I will only use reusable containers for my lunches at work or school.

I will naturally heat and cool my house, office, or dorm room by opening or closing my windows, curtains, and blinds, and by using fans.

I will recycle all materials that are accepted by local haulers or drop stations in my community.

I will sign up for my utility company's clean/renewable energy option.

I will avoid buying toxic plastics, including polycarbonate, polystyrene and polyvinyl.

I will research toxic chemicals found in cleaning supplies and personal care products and remove them from my home.

I will disable screen savers and will put the computer to sleep instead, saving up to 28% % more energy.

I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 1 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.

I will engage in nature-based activities with my kid(s) for 15 minute(s) each day. (This can be anything from going on a walk or hike, to noticing the leaves changing color, to reading a book with nature themes.)

I will keep lights, electronics, and appliances turned off when not using them.

I will power down my computer and monitor when not using it for more than 2 hours, saving up to (1.1) lbs of CO2 per day that I do this.

I will purchase produce and meat from a local farmers market or food co-op.

I will practice the seven principles of leave no trace when doing nature activities alone or with family and friends.

I will replace 2 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.

I will sign a petition in support of an environmental or social initiative in my state.

I will walk 3 mile(s) per day instead of driving and avoid sending up to 0.0 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.

I will enjoy 3 meal(s) cooked with organic ingredients per day.

I will take a 45-minute walk outside each day.

I will use public transit 5 mile(s) per day and avoid sending up to 0.0 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.

I will reduce food waste and save money by planning a weekly menu, only buying the ingredients I need.

I will save up to 8 gallons (30 L) of water each day by turning it off while brushing my teeth.

I will enjoy 2 meatless meal(s) per day.

I will explore at least one new hiking trail or nature walk in my area.

I will switch to washing my clothes in cold water, saving up to 1,600 lbs of C02 over the course of the next year.