Lisa Riegel

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

I will work from home 0 day(s) to avoid my commute's carbon output.

I will disconnect from my email when not at work.

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 connect with a local nonprofit, environmental or otherwise, and find out how I can get involved or become a member.

I will make an appointment for my annual physical.

I will maintain a record of all my purchases.

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

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

I will spend 5 minute(s) per day outside, practicing gratitude (prayer, meditation, journaling, etc.) for Earth and the nature surrounding me.

I will take a walk 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 not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.

I will not eat seafood.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

I will engage in nature-based activities with my kid(s) for 0 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 replace manual thermostats with programmable ones.

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

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

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

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

I will reduce the amount of water flushed and save up to 11 gallons (41 L) of water per day.

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

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

I will walk 1 mile(s) per day instead of driving and avoid sending up to 0.6 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.

I will take a 15-minute walk outside each day.

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

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

I will enjoy 2 meal(s) per day free of processed foods.

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

I will enjoy 3 meatless meal(s) per day.

I will exercise daily for 15 minute(s) per day for two weeks.

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

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

I will join my neighborhood association or another local group.

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

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

I will journal each day about my experiences in nature.

I will replace inefficient heating and cooling units.

I will fix faucets that have been wasting up to 9 gallons (34 L) of water per faucet per day.

I will join an outdoor restoration project in my community.

I will replace 20 minute(s) of screen time per day with other activities.

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