Sage Benson

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

I will join my neighborhood association or another local group.

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 watch a documentary film about food with family and friends and talk about what we learned.

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

I will take a 15-minute walk outside each day.

I will adopt a diet free of animal products.

I will visit seafoodwatch.org or download the app and commit to making better seafood choices for a healthier ocean.

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

I will try a new method of food preparation, such as canning, pickling, or baking bread.

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

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

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

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