Mehdi Hosseini

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

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

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

I will not purchase anything but food and water.

I will only purchase bulk food items and avoid all single-package items.

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

I will replace 60 minute(s) per day typically spent inside (computer time, watching television, etc.) with quality time outside.

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

I will host a house party to watch a movie or present a guest speaker on an issue that matters to me.

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

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

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

I will make an appointment for my annual physical.

I will engage in nature-based activities with my kid(s) for 20 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 keep 2 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream.

I will spend 60 minute(s) per day outside, practicing gratitude (prayer, meditation, journaling, etc.) for Earth and the nature surrounding me.

I will eat 2 meal(s) outside each day.

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

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

I will replace 1 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.

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

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

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

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

I will walk 5 mile(s) per day instead of driving and avoid sending up to 4.82 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.

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 take a 60-minute walk outside each day.

I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.

I will decide which social or environmental issue in my community is most important to me and tell 1 friends per day about the issue.

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.