Bonnie Bender

I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.

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

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 1 disposable cup(s) to the landfill per day.

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

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

I will keep 1 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream.

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

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 not use any disposable plates, cups, or cutlery.

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

I will take a walk each day.

I will eat all of my meals without distractions, e.g., phone, computer, TV, or newspaper.

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

I will replace 5 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.

I will take a 15-minute walk outside 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 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 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 keep lights, electronics, and appliances turned off when not using them.

I will plant an herb garden in my home, workplace, or dorm room.

I will write down three things every day for two weeks that I am grateful for or send one email every day thanking or praising someone.

I will eat a heart healthy diet by adding 2 cups of fruits and vegetables each day to achieve at least 4 cups per day.

I will cook 3 meal(s) with zero waste each day.

I will cook a new recipe every day that features organic and/or local ingredients.

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

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

I will exercise daily for 30 minute(s) per day for two weeks.