Simplicity

Less is definitely more! Take on a simplicity challenge by selecting your actions below, and reduce your impact while living intentionally and cultivating peace of mind during the EcoChallenge.

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Less Screen Time

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

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Disconnect from Email

I will disconnect from my email when not working or studying.

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Limit Social Media

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

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Eat Mindfully

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

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Buy Only What I Need

I will not buy anything except items required for health and safety.
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Explore the Story of Stuff

Four Things to Ask Yourself Before Buying a Product
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Support a Sharing Economy

I will create or support a sharing economy with family, friends, and neighbors.
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What is the Sharing Economy?
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Track my Purchases

I will maintain a record of all my purchases.
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Four Things to Ask Yourself Before Buying a Product
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Work-Life Balance

I will not work more than 8 hour days each day to practice work-life balance.

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Go for a Daily Walk

I will take a walk each day.

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De-Clutter My Home

I will de-clutter, clean, and donate or recycle unneeded items in my home.
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NWEI: The Most Important Things to Simplify
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Have a Garage Sale

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

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ONE-TIME ACTION
Organize a Course

I will organize NWEI's discussion course 'Voluntary Simplicity' with my family, friends, coworkers, or classmates.
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Course Option - A Different Way: Living Simply in a Complex World

Course Option - Voluntary Simplicity
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ONE-TIME ACTION
CREATE A CUSTOM ACTION

Ideally, you’ll choose at least one measurable goal so that you can measure your success but there are no limits on what you can choose—so exercise your creativity!

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