bonita erickson

I will source 1 meal(s) per day from local producers.

I will volunteer 3 hour(s) in my community.

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 exercise daily for 20 minute(s) per day for two weeks.

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

I will offer to help 3 person(s) who are in need each day.

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

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

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

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

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

I will create a rain garden or bioswale, or use rain barrels to collect water for outdoor watering needs.

I will join an outdoor restoration project in my community.

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

I will take a 20-minute walk outside each day.

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

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

I will sign up for a car-sharing service, or organize car sharing with my neighbors, to cut down on the number of vehicles on the road.

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

I will decide which social or environmental issue in my community is most important to me and tell 3 friends per day about the issue.

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

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

I will spend 20 minute(s) per day outside, practicing gratitude (prayer, meditation, journaling, etc.) for Earth and the nature surrounding me.

I will replace 30 minute(s) of screen time per day with other activities.

I will disconnect from my email when not at work.

I will avoid sending 3 disposable cup(s) to the landfill per day.

I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.

I will maintain a record of all my purchases.

I will take a walk each day.

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

I will keep 5 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream.

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

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

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

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

I will save up to 15 gallons (56 L) of water a day.

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

I will eat a heart healthy diet by adding 1 cups of fruits and vegetables each day to achieve at least 4 cups per day.

I will replace 30 minute(s) per day typically spent inside (computer time, watching television, etc.) with quality time outside.

I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 5 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.

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

I will commute by carpool 5 mile(s) per day and avoid sending up to 2.47 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.

I will meet 1 new neighbor(s) per day.

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

I will have a group garage sale with friends, family, and/or neighbors.