Megan Chandler

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

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

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

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

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

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

I will eat a heart healthy diet by adding 3 cups of fruits and vegetables each day to achieve at least 4 cups per day.

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

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

I will commit to getting 360 more minute(s) of sleep each night to achieve at least 7 hours per night.

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

I will replace 12 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

I will take a walk each day.

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

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