mark bentz

I will make an appointment for my annual physical.

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

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

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

I will join my neighborhood association or another local group.

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

I will start a compost collection at home, work, or school.

I will avoid sending 1 disposable cup(s) to the landfill per day.

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

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

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

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

I will eat 1 meal(s) outside each day.

I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 0 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.

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

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

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

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

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

I will learn about water and air quality issues in my area, how they are impacting human and environmental health, and how I can help.

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

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

I will spend 60 minute(s) per day outside, practicing gratitude (prayer, meditation, journaling, etc.) for Earth and the nature surrounding me.

I will take a walk each day.

I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.

I will commute by bike 5 mile(s) per day and avoid sending up to 9.7 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.