ally fanelli

I will replace 10 minute(s) per day typically spent inside (computer time, watching television, etc.) with quality time outside.

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

I will keep 3 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream.

I will meet 2 new neighbor(s) per day.

I will make an appointment for my annual physical.

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

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

I will make 4 phone call(s) per day to a public official or company to advocate community or planet-friendly policies.

I will maintain a record of all my purchases.

I will journal each day about my experiences in nature.

I will use public transit 20 mile(s) per day and avoid sending up to -1.14 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.

I will take a 45-minute walk outside each day.

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

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

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

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

I will take a walk each day.

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

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

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

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

I will replace manual thermostats with programmable ones.

I will eat 0 meal(s) outside each day.

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

I will naturally heat and cool my house, office, or dorm room by opening or closing my windows, curtains, and blinds, and by using fans.

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

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

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 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 replace inefficient heating and cooling units.

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

I will enjoy 2 meal(s) cooked with organic ingredients per day.

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

I will cook 0 meal(s) with zero waste each day.

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

I will enjoy 1 meal(s) per day free of processed foods.

I will save up to 20 gallons (75 L) of water 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 organize one of NWEI's discussion courses, such as 'Reconnecting with Earth', with my family, friends, coworkers, or classmates.

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 save up to .21 lbs (.09 kg) of paper per day by switching from one-sided printing to two-sided at work.

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

I will use an energy meter to monitor my energy use and identify opportunities to save power.

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

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

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 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 assess the vehicles used by my company or college and advocate for a purchasing policy focused on fuel-efficient vehicles.

I will disconnect from my email when not at work.