Jen VanVlack

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

I will plant an herb garden in my home, workplace, or dorm room.

I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 4 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.

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

I will take a walk each day.

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

I will complete an online energy audit of my home, office, or dorm room and identify my next steps for saving energy.

I will take a 30-minute walk outside each day.

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

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

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 enjoy 2 meatless meal(s) per day.

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

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

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

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 not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.

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

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

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

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

I will walk 3 mile(s) per day instead of driving and avoid sending up to 2.07 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.

I will eat a heart healthy diet by adding 3 cups of fruits and vegetables each day to achieve at least 4 cups per day.