Bree Schultz

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

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 replace 15 minute(s) of screen time per day with other activities.

I will maintain a record of all my purchases.

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

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

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

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 not work more than 8 hour days each day.

I will disconnect from my email when not at work.

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

I will engage in nature-based activities with my kid(s) for 10 minute(s) each day. (This can be anything from going on a walk or hike, to noticing the leaves changing color, to reading a book with nature themes.)

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 work from home 1 day(s) to avoid my commute's carbon output.

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

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

I will collect all of my unrecyclable, non-compostable trash with me to raise my awareness of how much I send to the landfill.

I will visit a local dump/transfer station, material recovery facility, and/or landfill to learn about the waste stream.

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

I will find out who in my state makes decisions that impact the environment and express my support for more environmental actions.

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

I will take a walk each day.

I will make an appointment for my annual physical.

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

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

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

I will avoid sending 0 disposable cup(s) to the landfill per day.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

I will commit to getting 30 more minute(s) of sleep each night to achieve at least 7 hours per night.

I will spend 10 minute(s) per day outside, practicing gratitude (prayer, meditation, journaling, etc.) for Earth and the nature surrounding me.

I will visit a nearby farm to pick my own fruits and veggies.

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

I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.