Veronica Harper

I will maintain a record of all my purchases.

I will sign up for a local CSA (consumer-supported agriculture).

I will not travel for meetings and will instead conduct them virtually.

I will adopt a diet free of animal products.

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

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

I will only use muscle-powered transportation.

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

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

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

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 advocate for local and/or organic food options at work or on campus.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

I will sign up for a Master Recycler/Composter program in my area.

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

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

I will make an appointment for my annual physical.

I will visit seafoodwatch.org or download the app and commit to making better seafood choices for a healthier ocean.

I will create or support a sharing economy with family, friends, and neighbors.

I will not eat seafood.

I will organize NWEI's discussion course 'Voluntary Simplicity' with my family, friends, coworkers, or classmates.

I will take a walk each day.

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

I will set up a recycling center at my workplace or school.