Joanne Austin

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

I will not use any disposable plates, cups, or cutlery.

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

I will replace 60 minute(s) of screen time per day with other activities.

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

I will avoid sending 2 disposable cup(s) to the landfill per day.

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 lobby my workplace to have reusable dishes and silverware in order to minimize disposables.

I will make an appointment for my annual physical.

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

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

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

I will join my neighborhood association or another local group.

I will prevent water runoff and increase absorbency by mulching the base of plants and trees at my home or work.

I will take a walk each day.

I will adjust my thermostat down 2 degrees from usual when I use the heat, and up 2 degrees when I use air conditioning.

I will commute by bike 10 mile(s) per day and avoid sending up to (___) lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.

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

I will offer to help 1 person(s) who are in need each day.

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

Develop a plan with my medical professionals to achieve my best health and live my life to the fullest.

I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.

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 find out where to recycle the recyclable items that I can't put in my curbside bin.

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

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

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

I will enjoy the sunrise and/or sunset each day.

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

I will take a 30-minute walk outside each day.

I will save up to .21 lbs (.09 kg) of paper per day by switching from one-sided printing to two-sided at work.

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

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.

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

I will create or support a sharing economy with family, friends, and neighbors.

I will spend 30 minute(s) per day outside, practicing gratitude (prayer, meditation, journaling, etc.) for Earth and the nature surrounding me.

I will plant native species, landscape with water-efficient plants, and use eco-friendly fertilizers.

I will save up to 20 gallons (75 L) of water each day.

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

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

I will avoid sending .69 lbs (.31 kg) of food waste to the landfill per day.

I will tend to a garden each day, or work on starting one.

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

I will enjoy 1 meatless meal(s) per day.

I will save up to 12 gallons (45 L) of water a day by flushing only when necessary.

I will replace 1 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.

I will replace my lawn with a drought-tolerant landscape and save water, money, and time cutting the grass.

I will not purchase anything but food and water.

I will cut my car trip mileage by only taking necessary trips.

I will enjoy 1 meal(s) cooked with organic ingredients per day.

I will set up a recycling center at my workplace or school.

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

I will save up to 15 gallons (56 L) of water a day.